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META Stock Chart & Stats
$688.55
-$21.81(-2.95%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$688.55
-$21.81(-2.95%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$520.26 - $796.25
Previous Close$714.6
Volume23.74M
Average Volume (3M)19.99M
Market Cap
$1.67T
Enterprise Value$1.50T
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$81.18B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$86.77B
Price to Earnings (P/E)23.6
Beta1.50
Next Earnings
Jul 29, 2026EPS Estimate
7.18Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield0.32%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)27.96
Shares Outstanding2,196,045,700
10 Day Avg. Volume21,651,642
30 Day Avg. Volume19,992,760
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-10.75
Price to Book (P/B)7.66
Price to Sales (P/S)8.28
P/FCF Ratio36.09
Enterprise Value/Market Cap0.90
Enterprise Value/Revenue7.00
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit8.54
Enterprise Value/Ebitda13.26
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$811.69Price Target Upside17.88% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering40
EPS Forecast (FY)32.91
Revenue Forecast (FY)$252.95B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Scale & EngagementMeta’s >3.5 billion daily reach and record video engagement create durable network effects and extensive ad inventory. That scale supports advertiser targeting breadth, pricing power, and cross-platform measurement, underpinning stable impression growth and long-term monetization resilience across quarters.
Cash Generation & ProfitabilityVery strong margins and sizable TTM operating cash flow (~$124B) with ~$48B free cash flow provide structural financial flexibility. This durable cash generation funds AI infrastructure, R&D, and strategic initiatives while covering debt and commitments, preserving optionality across the medium term.
AI Product Monetization MomentumSuccessful Muse Spark release and rapid business-AI adoption (>$20B value-optimization run-rate; >10M weekly AI conversations) indicate structural product-led monetization. GenAI ad tools and higher conversion rates create persistent revenue levers that can sustainably boost ARPU and offset rising infrastructure costs.
Bears Say
Soaring Capital IntensityA jump to $125–$145B CapEx and a $107B contractual step-up materially increases capital intensity and execution risk. These multiyear investments require successful AI monetization to justify returns; delayed or lower-than-expected revenue per capacity could pressure free cash flow and ROIC over the next several quarters.
Rising Leverage & New Long-term DebtLeverage has increased materially versus prior years and Meta completed a $25B debt offering, locking in long-dated obligations. Higher fixed interest and principal commitments reduce balance-sheet flexibility and increase sensitivity to cash-flow swings, constraining capital allocation if growth or cash conversion weakens.
Regulatory, Legal & Operational RisksSustained regulatory scrutiny, legal proceedings, and region-specific outages can structurally impair reach, ad targeting, or require costly compliance changes. These risks can reduce impressions, limit data usage, and raise recurring costs, creating medium-term downside to monetization and operating margins.
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META FAQ
What was Meta Platforms, Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Meta Platforms, Inc. lowest stock price was $520.26 and its highest was $796.25 in the past 12 months.
What is Meta Platforms, Inc.’s market cap?
Meta Platforms, Inc.’s market cap is $1.67T.
When is Meta Platforms, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Meta Platforms, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 29, 2026 which is in 14 days.
How were Meta Platforms, Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
Meta Platforms, Inc. released its earnings results on Apr 29, 2026. The company reported $10.44 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $6.697 by $3.743.
Is Meta Platforms, Inc. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Meta Platforms, Inc.’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Meta Platforms, Inc. pay dividends?
Meta Platforms, Inc. pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.525 which represents an annual dividend yield of 0.32%. See more information on Meta Platforms, Inc. dividends here
What is Meta Platforms, Inc.’s EPS estimate?
Meta Platforms, Inc.’s EPS estimate is 7.18.
How many shares outstanding does Meta Platforms, Inc. have?
Meta Platforms, Inc. has 2,196,045,700 shares outstanding.
What happened to Meta Platforms, Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Meta Platforms, Inc. reported an EPS of $10.44 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $6.697. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -8.55%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Meta Platforms, Inc.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in META
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Meta Platforms Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
$811.69 (17.88% Upside)
$811.69 (17.88% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
META Sentiment 82%
Sector Average 62%
Sector Average 62%
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 364.5K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth $2.6M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Positive
Last 7 Days ▲ 0.3%
Last 30 Days ▲ 3.4%
Last 30 Days ▲ 3.4%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 83%
Bearish news 17%
Bearish news 17%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-8.00%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
33.22%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
41.05%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Meta Platforms, Inc.
Meta Platforms Inc., which operated as Facebook, Inc. until its October 2021 rebranding, is a technology enterprise focused on developing innovative products that empower people globally to connect and share with their friends and family. These services are accessible across a variety of digital platforms, including mobile phones, personal computers, virtual reality devices, and wearables. The company's activities are organized into two principal divisions: the Family of Apps and Reality Labs. The Family of Apps segment encompasses well-known platforms such as: Facebook, where users can share content, participate in discussions, explore new interests, and build connections. Instagram, a vibrant community dedicated to sharing visual media like photos and videos, sending private messages, and utilizing features such as user feeds, ephemeral stories, short video reels, live streams, and integrated shopping functionalities. Messenger, a dedicated application that facilitates text, audio, and video communications, enabling individuals to communicate with their social networks, communities, and even businesses across different devices and operating systems. WhatsApp, a widely adopted and secure messaging service employed by individuals and enterprises for private communication and financial transactions. The Reality Labs division concentrates on pioneering augmented and virtual reality technologies. This segment is responsible for creating consumer-grade hardware, sophisticated software, and engaging content, all aimed at fostering a sense of connection among people, regardless of their physical location or time zone. Meta Platforms Inc. was founded in 2004 and its corporate headquarters are situated in Menlo Park, California.
META Revenue Breakdown
97.62% Advertising
1.29% Other revenue
1.10% Reality Labs
META Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$811.69
▲(17.88% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
0.07% Insiders
23.78% Mutual Funds
0.34% Other Institutional Investors
53.10% Public Companies and Individual Investors