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Meta Platforms, Inc. (META)

543.67

-25.30 (4.45%)

as of Aug 18, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.

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Aug 18, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 4 opinions in the last 12 months.

Meta Platforms, Inc. has experienced a tumultuous week, highlighted by a significant drop in share price, falling over 17% following disappointing second-quarter earnings that came in below market expectations. Despite a reported earnings of $6.18 per share, which disappointed analysts who estimated $7.19, the company's revenue of $59.89 billion exceeded projections. In contrast, the previous quarter showcased a strong performance, with earnings surpassing estimates, driven by advancements in AI that boosted its ad business. However, recent endeavors to increase capital expenditures to accommodate AI infrastructure have led to uncertainty, contributing to stock volatility. Overall, analysts are divided on the trajectory of the stock, with a noticeable surge in social media mentions reflecting heightened investor sentiment.

Consensus

Negative

Valuation

Overvalued

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FB needs billions to develop the metaverse, which he's excited about. But if you use an Apple device, FB can't track your online behaviour anywhere which hurts their advertising business. That said, don't give up on FB at these levels. He doesn't want to bet against CEO Zuckerberg, but he is falling behind. Give it a few quarters to see if there's anything worth saving here. Don't buy it down here yet.

BUY

They report Wednesday. Looks cheap based on 2022 earnings. FB has been consistent for a long while and for once isn't attracting criticism for its business practices. FB helps small businesses a lot to develop (through Instagram exposure). FB is worth owning for its digital advertising and the metaverse.

BUY

They've succeeded in monetizing (through advertising) the huge volume of people using Facebook. He hopes the metaverse works out for them, but the metaverse is something he doesn't understand.

BUY

Big tech alternative that's more compelling than MSFT.

BUY

FB vs. AAPL AAPL's done very well, lots of cashflow. One concern is they're reliant on iPhone for major percentage of earnings. Growth of revenue has been close to 9%, which is weak for tech. AAPL is 31% forward PE with a 10% growth rate, PEG ratio of 3. FB earnings growth has been 25%, and revenue growth 27%. FB valuation makes more sense at 24.5x forward earnings, with a 23% growth rate, PEG ratio of 1.

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Sep 23/20, Up 33%) Believes a great company even amongst controversy. Great at taking advertising expenditures away from legacy media. Small and medium sized business' who can't afford to advertise on legacy media, switching to Facebook. Will see increasing eCommerce opportunities. Increasingly complex online payment systems will add value. Metaverse will present opportunities as well.

BUY

He's worried as we go into 2022, with tapering by central banks, inflation fear, interest rates going up, highly leveraged companies will struggle. He just owns FB, so go with that instead of smaller names.

BUY

Call buying in AMD, MSFT and Nvidia has been huge, and now we're seeing it with FB. 27,000 of Dec. 31 $360 calls, going 26 cents to $1.50. A lot of activity in these big-cap techs, and they're all looking for an explosive move this week.

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It's no longer a social media platform. He's wrapping his head around the metaverse--virtual reality and real estate and other applications? It has the potential for the way people will interact with each other. People will spend a lot of time in front a screen (already are). You own FB stock because you believe in the transformation into the metaverse, which is starting only now and will lead to a generational transformation, one hopes.

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TOP PICK

Paul Harris, John O'Connel, Stan Wong, and Shane Obata gave positive signals in the past month. Good revenue and no debt. The bad press is keeping prices low. Social media mentions are up 100% for the past 24h.

COMMENT

Facebook not as expensive as was previously. Lots of free cash flow and no debt. Lots of assets(Instagram and WhatsApp). Regulatory issues surrounding company have not been dealt with well. Facebook one of few places to advertise online effectively. Opportunity in eCommerce. Change in management might be necessary. Small business not advertising in newspaper anymore (good for Facebook).

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Sep 23/20, Up 30%) Still likes. Difficult stock to own. The written press loves to hate it. 3B people use it every day. Best mousetrap for small and medium businesses to advertise. Trading cheaply because of the negativity.

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PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Nov 17/21, Down 9.2%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly Our PAST TOP PICK with FB has triggered its stop at $308. To remain disciplined, we recommend covering the position at this time. We will look for better opportunities. Combined with our previous buy recommendation this results in a net investment loss of 3%.

COMMENT

For all things metaverse, take a look at this name or Unity Software instead of RBLX.

BUY

A powerhouse. Ad revenue per user continues to climb. Augmented and virtual reality will continue to drive revenue and earnings growth. Trades at 25x forward earnings, 23-25% growth rate, very good value in the tech space. Executing well.

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