Meta Platforms Stock Surges Amid Strong Earnings, but Sustainability Questions Loom
Meta Platforms (META) stock has reached all-time highs following a robust earnings report, with revenue climbing 22% year-over-year to $47.5 billion. The company outperformed analyst expectations, posting earnings per share of $7.14 against a projected $5.92. Growth was particularly pronounced outside North America, with Europe and Asia-Pacific regions seeing revenue jumps of 56% and 42%, respectively, over two years.
Despite the bullish momentum, uncertainties persist. Investors are weighing whether Meta can maintain its trajectory amid evolving market dynamics and regulatory scrutiny. The social media giant's advertising-driven model faces challenges as global economic conditions fluctuate.