Stock Market Today, Sept. 9: Meta Surges Over 6.5% on Muse AI Agent Launch

Meta Platforms surged 6.55% to $653.69 on September 9, 2026, following the launch of Muse, its new personal AI agent capable of shopping, booking flights, and organizing calendars. The autonomous product could unlock new revenue streams and validate Meta's substantial AI investments. Morgan Stanley estimates the AI agent market could be worth around $30 trillion. However, analysts recommend waiting for concrete adoption and revenue data before reassessing the stock.

09/09/2026, 5:15 PM • The Motley Fool

Hims & Hers Health (NYSE: HIMS) Faces Securities Class Action After FTC Lawsuit Reveal Drives Stock Sharply Lower -- HBSS

Hims & Hers Health (NYSE: HIMS) faces a securities class action lawsuit following an FTC complaint alleging the company engaged in deceptive health data sharing with advertising platforms like Meta and Snap, and violated billing regulations by charging consumers for prescriptions before medical consultations. The lawsuit, filed by the FTC alongside Utah and Los Angeles County, also accuses Hims of using dark patterns to prevent subscription cancellations. The stock dropped 14.7% ($4.32) on July 29, 2026, erasing over $970 million in market value.

09/02/2026, 5:34 PM • GlobeNewswire

Snapchat Is Still Losing Money 15 Years Later Despite 971 Million Monthly Average Users

Snapchat remains unprofitable after 15 years despite having 971 million monthly active users and 19% year-over-year revenue growth. While the company projects positive net income in 2027, concerning trends show declining daily active users in North America and Europe—its most profitable markets—with growth only coming from lower-ARPU international regions. Meta Platforms continues to outpace Snapchat's growth rate at 28% YoY.

08/31/2026, 12:15 PM • The Motley Fool

Snap's CFO Sells Nearly 132,000 Shares. Here's What That Means for Investors.

Snap Inc.'s CFO Douglas Hott sold approximately 132,000 shares (~$685,797) on August 17, 2026, as a non-discretionary transaction to fulfill tax withholding obligations from RSU vesting. Hott retained 2.3 million shares post-transaction. The sale comes amid a challenging period for Snap, with the stock down 28% over the past year and recent legal concerns regarding Section 230 immunity for social media platforms.

08/20/2026, 1:14 AM • The Motley Fool

Snap's CTO Sells Over 5 Million Shares for $28.2 Million. Here's a Deeper Look at the Transaction.

Snap Inc.'s CTO Robert Murphy sold approximately 5.2 million shares (4 million sold, 1.2 million gifted) for $28.2 million between August 5-6, 2026, reducing his holdings by 10%. The sale was executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted in November 2025, indicating it was non-discretionary and not reflective of his personal views on the stock. This transaction occurred amid Snap's operational challenges, including a 33% stock decline over 12 months, declining North American daily active users (down to 92 million from 98 million year-over-year), and continued net losses despite 19% revenue growth.

08/08/2026, 6:26 PM • The Motley Fool

Elon Musk Says SpaceX Short-Sellers Have a "Very Low" Survival Probability. Is He Right?

Elon Musk warned that short-sellers betting against SpaceX have low survival probability, but the article notes that statistically, newly IPO'd stocks often decline in the first six months. While Musk's warning may be self-serving, SpaceX's real business fundamentals and Musk's qualification of 'over time' suggest short-sellers face significant long-term risks despite near-term statistical headwinds.

07/31/2026, 12:14 PM • The Motley Fool

Should You Forget SpaceX Stock?

SpaceX stock has declined 15% from its June IPO price and over 30% from its post-IPO peak, following a pattern common to major tech IPOs. While historical data shows newly public companies with $100M+ annual revenue eventually match or beat the broad market, nearly two-thirds of such stocks remain in the red three years after IPO. The article suggests caution for investors considering entry or continued holding positions.

07/25/2026, 7:39 AM • The Motley Fool

Stock Market Today, July 1: Meta Surges on Reported Plan for AI Cloud Business

Meta Platforms surged 8.88% on reports of developing a cloud business to monetize excess AI computing capacity. The initiative could reframe the company's massive capital expenditure ($125-145 billion through 2026) as a revenue source rather than just a cost. While the S&P 500 and Nasdaq declined slightly, Meta's peers Alphabet and Snap also gained.

07/01/2026, 5:16 PM • The Motley Fool

Meta Platforms vs. Snap: Comparing Revenue Scale and Recent Trajectories

Meta Platforms significantly outpaces Snap in revenue generation and profitability, with Meta reporting $56.3 billion in Q1 2026 revenue (33% YoY growth) and a 48% net income margin, while Snap generated only $1.5 billion (12% YoY growth) with a -6% net margin. Meta's substantial AI investments are driving growth, whereas Snap lacks comparable capacity to invest in AI development, potentially hindering its future competitiveness.

06/28/2026, 3:12 PM • The Motley Fool

Will Snap's Augmented Reality Glasses Help or Hurt the Company?

Snap unveiled SPECS, a $2,195 augmented reality wearable, as a potential turnaround for the company whose stock has fallen over 90% from its 2021 peak. However, the glasses face significant competition from Meta's lighter and cheaper Ray-Ban branded glasses, which sold over 7 million pairs in 2025. The success of Snap's ambitious but heavy device depends on whether mainstream consumers will adopt expensive AR technology or prefer simpler, more affordable alternatives.

06/23/2026, 11:11 AM • The Motley Fool

Stock Market Today, June 16: Snap Falls After Launch of $2,195 AR Glasses

Snap's stock fell 9.63% on June 16, 2026, following the launch of its $2,195 SPECS augmented reality glasses. Investors questioned whether consumer demand would justify the heavy AR spending, especially given the product's high price point (roughly 3x Meta's Ray-Ban glasses) and Snap's lack of profitability. The broader market saw the S&P 500 decline 0.55% and Nasdaq drop 1.15%.

06/16/2026, 4:37 PM • The Motley Fool

Qualcomm's CEO Reveals 40+ AI Devices For A Post-App Future — Stock Gains 4% As $10 Billion Tenstorrent Deal Rumours Swirl

Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon announced the company is developing over 40 AI-powered devices including smart glasses, jewelry, earbuds, and watches that will function as personal AI agents. The announcement drove Qualcomm's stock up 4% in pre-market trading. Reports indicate Qualcomm is in talks to acquire AI chip startup Tenstorrent for $8-10 billion to support its AI device strategy.

06/16/2026, 5:12 AM • Benzinga

Meta, Google, Snap In Spotlight As UK Reportedly Eyes Crackdown On 'Harmful' Social Media For Under-16s

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is reportedly planning to announce a ban on 'harmful' social media platforms for children under 16, following similar moves by Australia and growing global scrutiny. The decision comes after consultations with grieving parents and aims to address concerns about mental health, online safety, and sextortion. Switzerland has also signaled support for stricter safeguards, with 94% of survey respondents backing restrictions on minors' social media access.

06/08/2026, 8:30 AM • Benzinga

NCPC Urges Rejection of Weak House Bill on Kids Online Safety

The National Crime Prevention Council opposes the House's Kids Internet and Digital Safety Act (H.R. 7757), arguing it strips states of child protection powers and lacks 'duty to care' provisions found in the Senate version. The NCPC criticizes the bill as a 'fig leaf' benefiting social media companies, noting over 40 states are suing Meta, Snapchat, Google, and TikTok for harms including fake drug sales and mental health damage.

05/28/2026, 10:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

Meta vs. Snap: What Do Their Quarterly Revenue Trends Tell Investors?

Meta and Snap show contrasting revenue trajectories, with Meta reporting 33% year-over-year Q1 revenue growth to $56.3 billion versus Snap's modest 12% growth to $1.5 billion. Meta's profitability (48% net margin) and successful AI investments in hardware stand in stark contrast to Snap's unprofitability (-6% net margin), making Meta a more appealing investment despite both companies operating in the social media advertising space.

05/15/2026, 9:23 AM • The Motley Fool