Meta Platforms, Inc. (META)

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What's Happening With META Stock?
META
Published: January 28, 2026 by: Forbes
Sentiment: Positive

Meta Platforms (META) – a creator of social media and augmented reality products – experienced a 5-day winning streak, accumulating a total gain of 11% over this time span. The company's market capitalization has escalated by roughly $173 billion during the last 5 days and now sits at $1.7 trillion.

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TikTok joins Snap to settle social media addiction lawsuit, as Meta and YouTube head to trial
META
Published: January 27, 2026 by: TechCrunch
Sentiment: Negative

TikTok settled a high-profile lawsuit on Monday evening, which alleges that social media companies intentionally make their products addictive, causing harm to users. Snap settled the case last week, but Meta and YouTube — the other defendants — are now heading to trial, where jury selection begins on Tuesday.

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Meta Q4 Preview: Market Expert Says Stock Was 'Punished' For Increased Spending, Will Investors Come Back?
META
Published: January 27, 2026 by: Benzinga
Sentiment: Neutral

Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META) could highlight user growth and monetization efforts when the company reports fourth-quarter financial results after market close on Wednesday.

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Will Higher Ad Revenues Aid Meta Platforms Stock in Q4 Earnings?
META
Published: January 27, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

META's Q4 ad revenues are set to surge on AI-driven tools and rising global engagement across its platforms.

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Here's How Much Traders Expect Meta Stock To Move After Wednesday's Earnings
META
Published: January 27, 2026 by: Investopedia
Sentiment: Neutral

Meta is scheduled to report its fourth-quarter results after the closing bell Wednesday. Traders anticipate a big move in the social media giant's stock.

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The $530 Billion AI Question: Which Big Tech Stock Is Winning?
AAPL, AMZN, GOOGL, META, MSFT
Published: January 27, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Big Tech is expected to invest $530 billion for building AI infrastructure in 2026, while the path to near-term monetization remains a question mark. Meta is benefiting from AI-driven recommendation models that are improving advertiser ROI and increasing time spent across its family of apps, supporting stronger advertising revenue growth. Google stands out as having the strongest Big Tech AI positioning today, given its ability to monetize AI directly through Search while simultaneously accelerating Cloud growth.

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Meta Confirms Testing of Premium Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp Subscriptions
META
Published: January 27, 2026 by: CNET
Sentiment: Positive

The company says it's testing paywalled premium sharing and AI features.

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TikTok agrees to settle social media addiction trial involving Meta, YouTube moves forward
META
Published: January 27, 2026 by: CNBC
Sentiment: Neutral

TikTok agrees to settle social media addiction trial involving Meta, YouTube moves forward

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Magnificent 7 earnings season kicks off, spotlighting AI bets
META, AAPL, AMZN, GOOG, GOOGL, MSFT, NVDA, TSLA
Published: January 27, 2026 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Positive

The US earnings season heats up this week, with investors turning their attention to the first reports from the so-called “Magnificent 7” tech giants, care of Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:META, XETRA:FB2A, SIX:FB), Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:MSFT), Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:TSLA), and Apple Inc (NASDAQ:AAPL, XETRA:APC). After the S&P 500 posted its first two-week losing streak since June, all eyes are on these mega-cap companies, whose results could determine the trajectory of the broader market.

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Meta Campaigns to Change Opinions on Data Centers
META
Published: January 27, 2026 by: NYTimes
Sentiment: Neutral

The tech giant has spent more than $6 million on TV ads in state capitals and Washington, with the message that data centers create jobs.

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Corning Stock Hits Record High on Meta Platforms Deal
GLW, META
Published: January 27, 2026 by: Schaeffers Research
Sentiment: Positive

Corning Inc (NYSE:GLW) shares are up 16.7% to trade at $110.80 at last check, after Meta penned a multiyear fiber-optic supply deal worth up to $6 billion to support U.S. AI data-center expansion.

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Meta, TikTok and YouTube face landmark trial over youth addiction claims
META
Published: January 27, 2026 by: New York Post
Sentiment: Negative

Three of the world's biggest tech companies face a landmark trial in Los Angeles starting this week over claims that their platforms deliberately addict and harm children.

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Meta Enters Up to $6 Billion Data-Center Fiber-Optic Cable Deal With Corning
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Published: January 27, 2026 by: WSJ
Sentiment: Positive

Meta has struck a multiyear deal worth up to $6 billion to buy fiber-optic cable from Corning, a move aimed at advancing the expansion of its U.S. data-center network for artificial-intelligence systems.

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Should the Mag 7 be Called the Mag 7?
AAPL, AMZN, GOOG, GOOGL, META, MSFT, NVDA, TSLA
Published: January 27, 2026 by: Schwab Network
Sentiment: Neutral

Paisley Nardini breaks down the big tech stocks ahead of earnings this week. She and Diane King Hall posit the question: Should the Mag 7 be called the Mag 7?

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Meta Pre-Earnings: Capex Fears Equal Buying Opportunity
META
Published: January 26, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Meta Platforms, Inc. is attractive pre-earnings after the pullback, as skepticism is now on AI infrastructure and Reality Labs spending. META's valuation is compelling, trading at a discount to peers despite 20%+ revenue and 25.9% forward EPS growth, mainly due to the penalty for capex concerns. Management's 10% Reality Labs workforce cut and focus on AI infrastructure signal a shift toward spending discipline and high-margin AI wearables.

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2 Stocks That Could Be Easy Wealth Builders
IBKR, META
Published: January 26, 2026 by: The Motley Fool
Sentiment: Positive

You don't have to hunt for the smallest stocks to generate big gains. Interactive Brokers is gaining new customers and boosting engagement from existing customers.

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Big Tech Earnings Expectations in AMZN & GOOGL Cloud, META Volatility
AMZN, GOOG, GOOGL, META
Published: January 26, 2026 by: Schwab Network
Sentiment: Neutral

Angelo Zino sees Meta Platforms (META) moving the most off this week's round of Mag 7 earnings. He sees the stock on the cheaper side as it trades under 20-times earnings, though Shay Boloor warns the company needs to do more to diversify AI prospects.

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Is Meta's stock a steal? Why a new bull sees big gains ahead.
META
Published: January 26, 2026 by: Market Watch
Sentiment: Positive

Meta Platforms' artificial-intelligence strategy has come with a steep price tag that's giving many investors pause. But what if CEO Mark Zuckerberg's big bet pays off?

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Durable Goods Data Beats Expectations
AAPL, META, MSFT, TSLA
Published: January 26, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

We kick off a new week of trading with a week of marquee earnings reports from several members of the “Magnificent 7,” including Apple AAPL, Microsoft MSFT, Meta Platforms META and Tesla TSLA, among many others. We also have a new Fed meeting starting tomorrow and delivering an update of monetary policy Wednesday afternoon, which is almost certainly going to bring about no change from its current range of 3.50-3.75%.

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Meta Platforms' 2026 expense guidance in focus ahead of Q4 earnings
META
Published: January 26, 2026 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Neutral

Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:META, XETRA:FB2A, SIX:FB) is set to report its fourth quarter earnings on Wednesday, with Bank of America analysts expecting a modest beat compared to Street expectations while warning that 2026 expense guidance will be the central focus for investors. The analysts maintained their ‘Buy' rating and $810 price target, arguing that current valuations already reflect major AI and infrastructure investment.

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Mag 7 Earnings Week Also Brings New Fed Policy
AAPL, META, MSFT, TSLA
Published: January 26, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Between now and Friday, we see some of the biggest market movers putting out quarterly results.

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Can gold and silver keep climbing? Plus. Meta, Microsoft, and Tesla earnings preview
META, MSFT, TSLA
Published: January 26, 2026 by: Yahoo Finance
Sentiment: Neutral

Opening Bid anchor Brooke DiPalma breaks down the latest market news for January 26, 2026. Gold is trading above $5,000 per ounce after momentarily hitting a new record high above $5,100; silver also hit a record milestone above $110.

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Meta Stock Climbs With Earnings On Deck. Here Are The Q4 Numbers To Watch.
META
Published: January 26, 2026 by: Investors Business Daily
Sentiment: Neutral

Wall Street is expecting strong revenue growth but remains cautious on AI costs.

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Analysts See Potential Drop After META Earnings as Opportunity
META
Published: January 26, 2026 by: Schwab Network
Sentiment: Positive

Marley Kayden covers Redburn's upgrade on Meta Platforms (META) ahead of its earnings on Wednesday. She notes analysts think the stock could drop around $100 temporarily after the report, and that they think it may be an ideal moment for investors to enter.

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What to Watch for in Meta's Earnings: 2026 CapEx and AI Updates
META
Published: January 26, 2026 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Positive

In Q3 2025, Meta Platforms NASDAQ: META reported earnings that significantly disappointed investors, leading shares to fall over 11%. Now, with the next report approaching, the Magnificent Seven company is being closely watched.

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Meta Platforms Stock Before Q4 Earnings: To Buy or Not to Buy?
META
Published: January 26, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

META leans on AI to boost ad growth ahead of Q4 results, but rising costs and Reality Labs losses weigh on its outlook.

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TSLA, AAPL, META & MSFT to Lead Earnings Amid Volatile Metals & Natural Gas Rally
AAPL, META, MSFT, TSLA
Published: January 26, 2026 by: Schwab Network
Sentiment: Neutral

Kevin Hincks returns to the floor of the @CboeGlobalMarkets and takes investors through the whirlwind of catalysts throughout the week. Among them: Mag 7 earnings like Tesla (TSLA), Apple (AAPL), Microsoft (MSFT), and Meta Platforms (META).

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Big Tech Bets On Nuclear Power For AI Strategy Edge
AAPL, AMZN, GOOG, GOOGL, META
Published: January 26, 2026 by: Forbes
Sentiment: Positive

The AI strategy for big tech companies has them investing in nuclear energy to power their ambitions while simultaneously securing a resource their competitors will struggle to access. In 2025, Google, Amazon, and Meta all signed a pledge with the World Nuclear Association to triple global nuclear capacity by 2050.

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Meta's Q4 Setup: Strong Signals Across The Board
META
Published: January 26, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Meta Platforms (META) remains a 'Strong buy' ahead of Q4 2025 earnings, with a compelling valuation and robust business fundamentals. META's core digital advertising business drives expanding gross margins above 82% and TTM cash from operations surpassing $100 billion. Aggressive AI and R&D investments, including the Manus acquisition and AR/VR expansion, position META for leadership in next-gen technologies.

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Get Paid To Buy META Stock?
META
Published: January 26, 2026 by: Forbes
Sentiment: Positive

With Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META) trading at approximately $659 per share, it is currently about 16% lower than its 52-week high.

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About Meta Platforms, Inc. (META)

  • IPO Date 2012-05-18
  • Website http://www.meta.com
  • Industry Internet Content & Information
  • CEO Mark Elliot Zuckerberg
  • Employees 76834

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 headsets, and wearables worldwide. It operates in two segments, Family of Apps and Reality Labs. The Family of Apps segment offers Facebook, which enables people to share, discuss, discover, and connect with interests; Instagram, a community for sharing photos, videos, and private messages, as well as feed, stories, reels, video, live, and shops; Messenger, a messaging application for people to connect with friends, family, communities, and businesses across platforms and devices through text, audio, and video calls; and WhatsApp, a messaging application that is used by people and businesses to communicate and transact privately. The Reality Labs segment provides augmented and virtual reality related products comprising consumer hardware, software, and content that help people feel connected, anytime, and anywhere. The company was formerly known as Facebook, Inc. and changed its name to Meta Platforms, Inc. in October 2021. Meta Platforms, Inc. was incorporated in 2004 and is headquartered in Menlo Park, California.