Meta Platforms Stock Rises on Positive Tech Sentiment and AI Prospects

Meta Platforms (META) shares gained 1.6% Thursday, outperforming the broader market as investor sentiment toward big tech turned bullish. The rally followed a favorable U.S. court ruling for Alphabet in its antitrust case, easing regulatory concerns across the sector.

Analysts highlighted Meta as a prime beneficiary of the AI revolution, further fueling the stock's ascent. While the ruling specifically addressed Alphabet's Chrome browser, the decision was interpreted as a positive signal for other tech giants facing regulatory scrutiny.

Meta's portfolio—spanning Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp—positions it as both a regulatory target and an AI leader. The dual narrative of reduced breakup risks and emerging growth opportunities drove Thursday's outperformance.