Meta Platforms, Inc. (META)

Meta Platforms' Q1: Considering The Risk-Reward Of A Bullish Option Strategy

Going into 2025, I rated Meta Platforms, Inc. stock as a sell for 2025 due to anticipated headwinds impacting commercial momentum. Since then, Meta shares have dropped more than 15%, down 30%+ from all-time highs, influenced by macro risks like tariff sentiment headwinds, de-risking the current investment setup. With Meta's Q1 report scheduled for April 30th, I now upgrade the stock to a "Hold" rating. The revised rating reflects a more favorable risk profile for investors buying at.

Bullish Example Options Trades for NVDA and META

As Mag 7 earnings take center stage this week and next, Kevin Hincks looks at 2 names among the mega cap tech space. For both Nvidia (NVDA) and Meta Platforms (META), he composes an example call diagonal trade.

Meta opens Threads to advertisers globally

Meta Platforms said on Wednesday it is expanding advertising on its social network Threads to all eligible advertisers globally, as it looks to generate new revenue streams amid brand uncertainty over tariffs.

Explainer: What happens to Apple and Meta after the EU fine?

European Union antitrust regulators on Wednesday fined Apple AAPL.O 500 million euros ($570 million) and Meta 200 million euros to make the companies comply with the Digital Markets Act, which seeks to allow smaller rivals into markets dominated by the biggest companies.

Meta could take a $7 billion hit this year because of Trump's tough China tariffs

Meta's core online advertising business could take a $7 billion hit this year due to President Donald Trump's tough China tariffs impacting retailers in the country, according to a MoffettNathanson research note. The analysts attribute the hit to a potential pull back on digital ad campaigns from China-linked retailers like like Temu and Shien.

Even if you are tempted to buy Mag 7, wait until they report results: Portfolio Manager

Tesla (TSLA) is set to report first quarter earnings results on Tuesday after the closing bell on Wall Street. Harvest Portfolio Management chief investment officer Paul Meeks joins Morning Brief with Brad Smith and Madison Mills to outline his bearish view of Tesla stock and what he wants to hear from Elon Musk.

At Meta Trial, Instagram Co-Founder Says Startup Was Denied Resources

Kevin Systrom said during testimony in a landmark antitrust trial that he believed Meta viewed Instagram as a threat.

Instagram launches Edits app for video, rivaling TikTok

Instagram launched its Edits video creation app that offers features similar to those from TikTok. Features include background replacement, automatic captioning and artificial intelligence tools that can turn images into video.

Meta releases its CapCut rival Edits globally

Meta announced on Tuesday that it's officially launching Edits, its CapCut-like video creation app. Releasing globally, Edits will allow creators to do things like keep track of video ideas, get inspiration for new content, and create videos with effects and AI tools. The app is available on iOS and Android.

Facebook co-founder Chris Hughes on the importance of marketcraft

Chris Hughes, Facebook co-founder, Economic Security Project chair and ‘Marketcrafters' author, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss the importance of government investments for political goals, impact of President Trump's tariff policy, the importance of Fed independence, and more.

⁠Best Social Media Advertising Platform (2025): Meta for Business Awarded Top Prize by Expert Consumers

Meta for Business earns top honors in 2025 for its innovative AI-enabled targeting, multi-platform reach, and data-driven insights, setting the standard in social media advertising. Meta for Business earns top honors in 2025 for its innovative AI-enabled targeting, multi-platform reach, and data-driven insights, setting the standard in social media advertising.

Mark Zuckerberg once suggested spinning out Instgram as a solution to its ‘cannibalization' of Facebook

In an internal email surfaced as part of the Meta antitrust trial, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg fretted about the potential that the company's Instagram acquisition may cannibalize Facebook. Were that to happen, it could lead to the “network collapse of the more engaging and profitable product,” a worried Zuckerberg told other Meta executives in a confidential message.

Mark Zuckerberg once suggested spinning out Instagram as a solution to its ‘cannibalization' of Facebook

In an internal email surfaced as part of the Meta antitrust trial, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg fretted about the potential that the company's Instagram acquisition may cannibalize Facebook. Were that to happen, it could lead to the “network collapse of the more engaging and profitable product,” a worried Zuckerberg told other Meta executives in a confidential message.

Why Google, Meta are facing antitrust scrutiny

Meta Platforms (META) and Alphabet's (GOOG, GOOGL) Google face ongoing cases with antitrust regulators in the US. Former commissioner of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and former director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Rohit Chopra, joins Morning Brief with Brad Smith and Madison Mills to discuss the antitrust cases.

Hedge funds cut 'Mag Seven' to two-year low ahead of earnings

Global hedge funds last week dumped the so-called Magnificent Seven megacap stocks, bringing their exposure to the group to a two-year low just ahead of their earnings, according to a Morgan Stanley note to clients seen by Reuters.

The biggest questions facing Big Tech ahead of earnings

Tesla kicks off tech earnings season on Tuesday, followed by Alphabet on Thursday. All of the megacap companies have significant exposure to President Trump's sweeping tariffs, which will be a major topic on earnings calls.

Breakup of Meta, Google May Spur New AI Innovation Wave, Analysts Say

Just as companies are ramping up their artificial intelligence (AI) deployments in areas ranging from customer service to manufacturing, the U.S. government is seeking to break up two of the biggest AI players, which could have repercussions for AI development and investment for years to come.

⁠Best Way To Advertise A Business (2025): Meta For Business Named Top Marketing Platform by Better Business Advice

Better Business Advice has officially recognized Meta for Business as a top marketing platform for its comprehensive suite of advertising and marketing solutions Better Business Advice has officially recognized Meta for Business as a top marketing platform for its comprehensive suite of advertising and marketing solutions

3 No-Brainer Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks to Buy Before Earnings Season Heats Up

Earnings season is here once again, offering us a look into our favorite companies' latest performance and view of the future. Investors may feel particularly eager to hear the thoughts of chief executive officers, considering the challenge facing U.S. companies today: President Trump's import tariff plan.

Magnificent-7. What Stock Should We Add To Make It The Excellent-8?

Despite current market negativity, buying good stocks at discounted prices can yield significant long-term gains. Policy chaos and recession fears dominate sentiment, but potential tariff agreements and positive economic policies could shift market outlooks positively.

Italy agrees with US to oppose 'discriminatory' tech taxes

Italy and the United States issued a joint statement against "discriminatory" taxes on digital services on Friday, in a possible signal Rome is moving away from a levy that has irked Washington.

EU Delayed Punishing Apple, Meta Just Before Trade Talks Started

The bloc postponed penalties, temporarily avoiding a conflict with the Trump administration during a week in which it ramped up its push for a trade deal with the U.S.

Meta's ‘blockbuster' antitrust trial is ‘decades in the making'

At Meta Antitrust Trial, Sheryl Sandberg Testifies About Competition and Instagram Deal

In her second day on the stand of a landmark antitrust trial over Meta's power, Ms. Sandberg, the former chief operating officer, also said the company faced plenty of competition from TikTok.

Investing opportunities amid volatility, IMF issues warning about tariffs, Meta's antitrust trial

Catalyst anchor Madison Mills breaks down the market movers for April 17, 2025. Madison speaks to experts about investing amid tariff-fueled market volatility and uncertainty.

Nvidia, Meta And 3 More Stocks Are This Strategist's Top Buys: Here's Why

When the market goes haywire, it helps to have a compass.

Earnings Season Options Trades: TSLA & META

With earnings season ramping up, Kevin Hincks looks at two members of the Mag 7 ahead of their reports. For Tesla (TSLA), Kevin uses an example call diagonal trade to account for next week's report.

Meta: A Likely Downward Adjustment Of Capex Could Start A Bullish Rally

Meta Platforms stock has seen a big correction in the last few weeks as recession fears increase and Wall Street is concerned over Meta's massive capex. Meta could announce a downward adjustment from the earlier capex announcement of "$60 billion to $65 billion." Meta's new AI tools are improving the price per ad due to better conversion for advertisers.

Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META) Price Prediction and Forecast 2025-2030 for April 16

Shares of Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ: META) were flat in a.m.

Rare Bearish Meta Analyst Cuts Price Target, Says Tech Giant 'Starting To Look Vulnerable'

A Wall Street analyst who is bearish on Meta stock further cut his target price.