Ticker: META

Meta Platforms

Internet Technology Internet Content & Information

Price 644.38

Reco Buy Potential 79 Risk 37 Updated 2026-09-10

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Forecast impact

positive

Target +37.5% target fill 72.7%

Reaction D5 +1.63% · D10 +7.17% fresh confirmed · market trust

Impact Potential +6 · Risk -3 valid until 2026-09-26

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Description

Company and Business Model

Meta Platforms, Inc. operates as a technology company specializing in social media and digital communication. Its core products include Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Oculus, focusing on connecting users and facilitating content sharing. Major business segments encompass advertising services, virtual reality, and augmented reality. The primary revenue source is advertising, driven by user engagement across its platforms.

Investment Profile

The investment profile of Meta Platforms is more aligned with growth investors, given its focus on expanding user engagement and innovative technologies. The company offers limited dividends, indicating a reinvestment strategy for growth. Its performance metrics suggest a balanced approach to risk and potential, appealing to those seeking long-term capital appreciation.

Category: Internet Sector: Technology Industry: Internet Content & Information Investment style: Growth Horizon: Medium-term Company type: Tech Giant Company type: Market Leader Experience: Basic

Fundamental metrics (experimental) Updated: 2026-09-07

EPS (TTM) — earnings per share for the last 12 months, $: 26.91
Revenue QoQ — quarter-over-quarter revenue growth: 8.0%
EPS surprise: -14.0%
20d volatility: 1.8%
Dividend yield: 0.3%
last ex-date: 2026-06-15

AI recommendation changes

Date	Before	After	Reason
2026-09-05	Hold	Buy	Strong momentum and solid fundamentals support growth outlook.
2026-08-25	Sell	Hold	Weak momentum and high risk limit upside potential.
2026-08-17	Hold	Sell	Weak momentum and fundamentals raise significant risk.
2026-08-10	Sell	Hold	Weak momentum and high risk; uncertain growth outlook.
2026-08-02	Hold	Sell	Weak momentum and high risk; cautious outlook advised.
2026-07-21	Buy	Hold	Weak fundamentals and mixed momentum signal caution.
2026-07-13	Hold	Buy	Strong recent performance, but revenue decline raises concerns.
2026-07-02	Sell	Hold	Strong price momentum, but fundamentals show weakness.
2026-06-13	Hold	Sell	Weak fundamentals and negative momentum raise concerns.
2026-06-05	Buy	Hold	Strong fundamentals, but mixed momentum and market signals.
2026-05-28	Hold	Buy	Strong fundamentals with positive short-term momentum.
2026-05-08	—	Hold	Solid fundamentals, but mixed momentum signals present risks.
2026-05-08	Hold	Hold	Компания демонстрирует стабильный рост выручки и положительные сюрпризы по EPS, однако недавние колебания цен и снижение на более длительных периодах вызывают опасения.
2026-05-01	Buy	Hold	Компания показывает смешанные результаты: рост выручки и положительный сюрприз, но недавние падения цены и высокая волатильность указывают на риски. Рекомендуется удерживать акции до более ясных сигналов о восстановлении
2026-04-17	Hold	Buy	Компания показывает положительную динамику роста выручки и EPS, что свидетельствует о сильных финансовых показателях. Низкий риск и умеренная дивидендная доходность делают Meta привлекательной для инвестиций.
2026-02-02	Buy	Hold	Компания демонстрирует положительную динамику выручки и EPS, однако недавнее снижение цены акций и волатильность на рынке могут указывать на определенные риски.
2026-01-30	Hold	Buy	Компания показывает сильный рост за последние дни и квартал, что свидетельствует о положительных перспективах. Низкий уровень дивидендной доходности и умеренный риск делают её привлекательной для инвестиций.

Analyst forecasts

Date	Analyst	Action	Target	Price Then
2026-08-31	UBS	Update	— → 775	571.23
2026-08-27	Rosenblatt Securities	Target Raised	— → 886	576.14
2026-08-27	Truist Financial	Target Lowered	— → 763	576.14
2026-07-30	Cantor Fitzgerald	Target Lowered	— → 680	534.57
2026-07-30	Scotiabank	Target Lowered	— → 600	585.61
2026-07-30	Rosenblatt Securities	Target Lowered	— → 883	585.61
2026-07-30	Wedbush	Target Lowered	— → 595	585.61
2026-07-30	Mizuho Securities	Target Lowered	— → 750	585.61
2026-07-30	Susquehanna	Target Lowered	— → 650	585.61
2026-07-30	Wells Fargo	Target Lowered	— → 640	585.61
2026-07-30	Bernstein	Target Lowered	— → 800	585.61
2026-07-30	Wolfe Research	Target Lowered	— → 700	585.61
2026-07-30	Goldman Sachs	Target Lowered	— → 725	585.61
2026-07-21	Raymond James	Target Raised	— → 850	645.85
2026-06-02	Arete Research	Rating Upgraded	— → 735	600.47
2026-04-30	Guggenheim	Target Lowered	850 → 800	669.12
2026-01-29	Cantor Fitzgerald	Target Raised	— → 860	737.99
2026-01-29	Piper Sandler	Target Raised	— → 880	721.33
2026-01-29	Scotiabank	Target Raised	— → 700	719.64362
2026-01-26	KeyBanc	Target Lowered	875 → 835	658.76
2026-01-26	Redburn Partners	Rating Upgraded	— → 900	658.76
2026-01-22	Jefferies	Update	— → 910	630.79
2025-12-23	Robert W. Baird	Target Lowered	— → 815	661.5
2025-12-04	Arete Research	Rating Upgraded	— → 718	639.6
2025-11-24	BNP Paribas	Update	— → 800	594.25

News Page 8 of 19

Stocks Making Significant Moves Premarket: Microsoft Surges 9%, Meta Platforms Drops 9%, Teladoc Falls 18.5%

07/30/2026, 05:36 AM business review Meta Platforms Chipotle Mexican Grill Microsoft Teladoc Norwegian Cruise Line Fortinet Carvana Starbucks Lam Research

Recent premarket trading revealed significant stock movements, with Microsoft and Starbucks seeing notable gains, while Meta Platforms and Teladoc Health faced sharp declines. These fluctuations highlight the varying performance of companies based on earnings reports and future guidance, impacting investor sentiment and market dynamics.

Microsoft (MSFT) Shares Surge 8% Following Strong Earnings, While Meta (META) Shares Drop 8.5% Amid Revenue Miss

07/30/2026, 02:35 AM economy review software Meta Platforms Microsoft

Microsoft's strong earnings and growth in its Azure cloud business led to an 8% increase in its stock, while Meta's disappointing revenue guidance and significant drop in free cash flow resulted in an 8.5% decline in its shares. This divergence highlights contrasting investor sentiments towards the two tech giants amid ongoing AI investments.

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg Discusses Balancing AI Capacity Sales and Retention Amid Weaker Revenue Forecast

07/29/2026, 06:36 PM economy research ai Meta Platforms

Meta's CEO Mark Zuckerberg is weighing the decision to sell excess computing capacity from its AI data centers against the need to retain it for future growth, amidst a backdrop of rising capital expenditures and a weaker revenue forecast. This strategic dilemma could significantly impact Meta's positioning in the competitive AI landscape and its overall financial health.

Analysts highlight contrasting earnings results for Microsoft (MSFT) and Meta (META) amid AI investment discussions

07/29/2026, 06:36 PM investing review Analysts: analysts ai software Meta Platforms Microsoft

The contrasting quarterly earnings reports from Meta and Microsoft highlight the differing investor sentiments regarding their artificial intelligence investments, with Microsoft showing clear returns while Meta faces skepticism.

U.S. Federal Reserve Holds Rates Steady Amid Internal Disagreements; Meta Shares Plummet Following Disappointing Earnings

07/29/2026, 06:36 PM review finance ai Meta Platforms Microsoft

Recent geopolitical tensions and internal conflicts within the Federal Reserve have led to significant market reactions, particularly impacting oil prices and tech stocks like Meta.

Meta’s Growing Influence in India Faces Increased Government Scrutiny Amid Gen Z Protests

07/29/2026, 05:36 PM economy review internet Meta Platforms

Meta's growing influence in India, particularly through Instagram, has been bolstered by recent Gen Z protests, but this increased power also invites heightened government scrutiny, which could impact its operations and growth in the region.

Stocks Making Significant Moves After Hours: Microsoft Reports Strong Earnings, Meta Shares Plunge Following Earnings Miss

07/29/2026, 02:35 PM business review Meta Platforms Chipotle Mexican Grill Microsoft Robinhood Fortinet MGM Carvana Qualcomm Starbucks Lam Research

Recent after-hours trading saw significant movements in several major companies, with Meta Platforms experiencing a sharp decline after disappointing earnings, while Microsoft and Starbucks reported strong results that boosted their stock prices.

Meta’s Reality Labs Reports $4.62 Billion Loss in Q2 Amidst Struggles in VR Market

07/29/2026, 01:36 PM economy losses software Meta Platforms

Meta's Reality Labs unit reported a significant loss of $4.62 billion in the second quarter, despite a slight increase in revenue, highlighting ongoing challenges in the virtual reality market.

Hims & Hers Health (HIMS) Shares Drop 10% Following FTC Lawsuit Over Data and Billing Practices

07/29/2026, 11:36 AM business stock_drop healthcare Meta Platforms Hims & Hers Health Snap

Hims & Hers Health's stock dropped significantly following a lawsuit from the FTC, which accuses the company of misleading consumers regarding privacy and billing practices. This legal challenge could have serious implications for the company's reputation and financial stability in the competitive telehealth market.

Meta (META) Expected to Report Strong Revenue Growth of 26% in Q2 Earnings Call

07/29/2026, 09:38 AM economy forecast ai software Meta Platforms

Meta is set to report its second-quarter earnings, with expectations of significant revenue growth driven by its advertising business and advancements in artificial intelligence. Investors are particularly focused on the company's AI strategy and its ability to monetize these efforts amid substantial capital expenditures.