META
Meta Platforms-A (META)
NASDAQ
$705.36-$3.97 (-0.56%)
Price as of Oct 16, 2026 7:59 PM EDT
  • $1.6T
    Market Cap
  • -0.72%
    1-Year Change
  • Internet Content & Information
    Industry

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  • Earnings Score: 81
  • Momentum Score: 45
  • True Yield: N/A
  • Financial Health Score: 13
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History Says Nvidia Stock Does This in November. Here's the 1 Thing That Could Break the Pattern.

Nvidia has historically posted an average 13% gain in November this decade, but the pattern shows deterioration in recent years. The key factor that could break this positive trend is slower cloud growth from major hyperscalers (Alphabet, Microsoft, Amazon, Meta, Oracle), which collectively contribute $49 billion to Nvidia's $89 billion data center revenue. Investors should closely monitor Q3 earnings from these hyperscalers, as any slowdown in cloud capex spending could negatively impact Nvidia's business and market sentiment.

10/18/2026, 12:31 PM • The Motley Fool

Breakfast News: The Sunday Edition

The article examines whether Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) has arrived, analyzing CEO claims and the investment implications. While Nvidia's Jensen Huang declares AGI is here, other tech leaders offer varying timelines. The piece highlights that major cloud companies are spending 93% of operating cash flow on AI infrastructure, creating significant opportunities for chip makers, cloud providers, and AI developers, though risks exist if progress stalls.

10/18/2026, 7:30 AM • The Motley Fool

President Trump Sells Micron Stock and Buys Another Mega-Cap Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stock

President Trump's brokerage accounts executed over 500 trades in August, selling Micron Technology ($251K-$515K) while purchasing Meta Platforms ($5.1M-$25.3M). Micron benefits from AI-driven memory demand but faces commodity pricing pressures and potential earnings declines during industry downturns. Meta appears attractively valued at 27x earnings despite heavy AI spending, with its consumer AI agents positioned to capitalize on its vast user data.

10/18/2026, 4:48 AM • The Motley Fool

CoreWeave Is Projected to Have a 6.3x Gross Leverage Ratio by Year End. The Market Is Worried About the Neocloud's Balance Sheet.

CoreWeave's stock fell 15.5% as investors worry about the neocloud's high leverage and ability to service debt in a rising rate environment. The company has taken on $27.6 billion in debt to build 51 data centers for AI customers, with projections showing a 6.3x gross leverage ratio by year-end. While CoreWeave has a $104 billion revenue backlog, concerns persist about customer concentration and whether the AI infrastructure boom can sustain current commitments.

10/17/2026, 5:30 PM • The Motley Fool

1 Red Flag That AMD Investors Should Be Aware Of Now

AMD's stock has surged 160% in 2026, but the article argues it has become overvalued relative to its growth prospects. While AMD is growing strongly with 50% revenue growth and 107% data center growth, Nvidia is growing faster (106% overall revenue growth) and maintaining a widening lead. The author suggests AMD's future growth is already priced into the stock, making it less attractive than Nvidia at current valuations.

10/17/2026, 12:30 PM • The Motley Fool

Here's What $10,000 Invested in Broadcom Will Be Worth by 2028

Broadcom is positioned for significant growth through its custom AI chip business serving hyperscalers like Google, Meta, and OpenAI. The company projects AI semiconductor revenue to grow from $57.6 billion in 2024 to $230 billion by 2028. Based on these projections and a 40% profit margin with 30x earnings multiple, analysts suggest a $10,000 investment could double to $20,000 by end of 2028.

10/17/2026, 11:48 AM • The Motley Fool

AI’s Power Problem Just Got a Number: 32 Gigawatts

Morgan Stanley reports a critical 32-gigawatt electricity shortage for U.S. data centers through 2028, creating a 34% power gap that threatens AI infrastructure expansion. While major chip makers like Nvidia and Broadcom can adapt, smaller suppliers face project delays. Analyst James Altucher suggests Elon Musk is addressing this by planning to run AI infrastructure in orbit using solar power, bypassing terrestrial power constraints.

10/17/2026, 9:05 AM • GlobeNewswire

Competing for Eyeballs: Can Pinterest Stage a Comeback or Will Reddit Run Away With the AI Win?

Pinterest and Reddit represent different social media investment strategies in 2026. Pinterest trades at a valuation discount (11.1x P/E) with mature growth and a restructuring bet on AI, while Reddit commands a premium (29.1x P/E) driven by explosive 69% revenue growth and AI data licensing opportunities. Pinterest offers potential value for patient investors, while Reddit presents higher growth potential at a higher price.

10/17/2026, 7:03 AM • The Motley Fool

Once-in-a-Decade Buying Opportunity: This AI Stock That’s Soared 900% Over 5 Years Is the Cheapest of the “Magnificent Seven.”

Nvidia is highlighted as the cheapest of the 'Magnificent Seven' tech stocks despite soaring 900% over five years, trading at 23x forward earnings. The article argues this represents a once-in-a-decade buying opportunity as the company expands into the CPU market for agentic AI, with expectations of $20 billion in CPU revenue this year, positioning it for another wave of growth.

10/17/2026, 4:10 AM • The Motley Fool

AI Debt Warning Signs Are Piling Up: Why Bond Markets Are Getting Nervous About AI Infrastructure Spending

Bond markets are signaling growing concern about AI infrastructure financing as companies borrow heavily to build data centers. CoreWeave faces severe pressure with bond yields at 16% and record credit default swap spreads of 1,195 basis points. Oracle, Meta, and SoftBank also show rising borrowing costs and credit concerns. The fundamental issue: AI projects require massive upfront capital spending before generating revenue, and it remains unclear whether returns will justify the investments.

10/16/2026, 5:55 PM • The Motley Fool

Bloom Energy vs. Constellation Energy: Which Energy Stock Is an AI-Driven Buy in 2026?

The article compares two energy stocks positioned to benefit from AI data center demand: Bloom Energy, which manufactures solid oxide fuel cell systems for on-site power generation with 85% projected revenue growth but high valuation multiples and profitability challenges; and Constellation Energy, the largest U.S. nuclear power operator with more modest but stable growth, strong cash flow, and lower valuation metrics. The author recommends Constellation Energy for long-term investors due to its reasonable valuation and reliable earnings, while cautioning that Bloom's history as a volatile stock warrants caution despite its growth potential.

10/16/2026, 4:47 PM • The Motley Fool

This Unstoppable Vanguard ETF Could Turn $500 Per Month Into $1 Million Over the Long Term

The Vanguard S&P 500 Growth ETF (VOOG) tracks the S&P 500 Growth index of 151 best-performing growth stocks, heavily weighted toward AI and technology companies. With a 16.9% compound annual return since 2010 and 28.4% over the last three years, consistent $500 monthly investments could potentially reach $1 million in approximately 23 years, even at conservative 14.1% annual returns.

10/16/2026, 9:04 AM • The Motley Fool

The Stock Market Is Doing Something for Only the 3rd Time in 156 Years, and History Is Clear a Crash May be Hiding in Plain Sight

The S&P 500's CAPE ratio has reached 41, a historically elevated valuation level seen only twice before in 156 years—preceding the 1929 crash and the dot-com bubble. While today's AI leaders like Nvidia and Alphabet have stronger fundamentals than dot-com era companies, the market has limited room for disappointment. Investors should consider taking profits on concentrated AI positions and diversifying into industrial and energy companies that benefit from data center infrastructure investments.

10/16/2026, 8:30 AM • The Motley Fool

Cathie Wood Is Buying Shares of This Bargain “Magnificent Seven” Stock Before Oct. 21. Should You?

Cathie Wood recently added shares of Meta Platforms to her Ark Next Generation Technology ETF, purchasing over 29,000 shares across two days. The investment reflects Wood's bullish stance on Meta's AI initiatives, including the recent launch of its Muse personal AI agent. With Meta trading at 24x forward earnings and scheduled to report Q3 earnings on Oct. 21, the article suggests this is a reasonable entry point for long-term investors, though timing the purchase around the earnings date is not critical.

10/16/2026, 8:05 AM • The Motley Fool

CoreWeave Stock Is Crashing. This Could Be Great News for SpaceX Investors.

CoreWeave's stock plunged over 15% as investors worry about the company's $50+ billion debt burden and negative free cash flow projections ($25-28 billion annually through 2028). Meanwhile, SpaceX is emerging as a stronger competitor in AI infrastructure with $3.4 billion in monthly revenue commitments and a superior balance sheet ($100 billion in cash vs. CoreWeave's $6 billion), positioning it to capture market share if CoreWeave slows expansion.

10/16/2026, 7:15 AM • The Motley Fool

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Statistics

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Day Range
$702.71
$738.49
$709.33
1-Year Range
$525.72
$777.59
$709.33
Latest Close$709.33
Change
-$27.39 (-3.86%)
Volume20,731,421
Market Cap$1.6T
Shares Outstanding2.2B
P/E (TTM)26.73
Diluted EPS (TTM)$26.53
Enterprise Value$1.6T

Information as of 10/16/2026

Company Profile

META PLATFORMS INC
META PLATFORMS INC
https://www.meta.com
$1.6T
Market Cap
$68.1B
Net Income
Sector: Communication Services
Industry: Internet Content & Information
1 Meta Way, Menlo Park, CA, United States, 94025
650 543 4800

Meta Platforms, Inc. engages in the development of products that enable people to connect and share with friends and family through mobile devices, personal computers, virtual reality (VR) headsets, and AI glasses in the United States, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and internationally. It operates through two segments, Family of Apps (FoA) and Reality Labs (RL). The FoA segment offers Facebook, which enables people to build community through feed, reels, stories, groups, marketplace, and other; Instagram that brings people closer through Instagram feed, stories, reels, live, and messaging; Messenger, a messaging application for people to connect with friends, family, communities, and businesses across platforms and devices through text, audio, and video calls; Meta AI, an assistant that's available across apps, as a stand-alone app, on AI glasses, and on the web; Threads, an application for text-based updates and public conversations; and WhatsApp, a messaging application that is used by people and businesses to communicate and transact. The RL segment provides virtual and augmented reality products, including consumer hardware, software, and content that help people feel connected, as well as Meta Quest devices that enable social experiences across gaming, fitness, entertainment, and more. The segment also includes wearables such as AI glasses like Ray Ban Meta and Oakley Meta glasses; and the Meta Ray Ban Display, which combines AI glasses with an integrated lens display and the Meta Neural Band, a wrist worn device using electromyography that lets people control their AI glasses through neuromuscular signals. Meta Platforms, Inc. has a collaboration with Microsoft Corporation, NVIDIA Corporation, Advanced Micro Devices, Inc., Broadcom Inc., and OpenAI, L.L.C. The company was formerly known as Facebook, Inc. and changed its name to Meta Platforms, Inc. in October 2021. The company was incorporated in 2004 and is headquartered in Menlo Park, California.

Key Executives

  • Mark Elliot Zuckerberg
  • Javier Olivan
  • Andrew Bosworth
  • Susan J. Li
  • Christopher K. Cox

Current Ownership Distribution

  • Institutions28.1B (67.41%)
  • Mutual Funds13.6B (32.59%)
  • Insiders1.1M (0.003%)
  • Other0 (0.00%)