
Meta (META) Stock Forecast & Price Target
Meta (META) Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
The analysis indicates that Meta Platforms is experiencing robust financial momentum, with a projected total revenue increase of 8% to $49.8 billion in the third quarter, supported by a resurgence in global advertising spend, particularly from China. The company’s unit economics are expected to improve significantly due to higher ad load and enhanced user engagement, contributing to a revised total revenue estimate for 2026 that reflects additional upward adjustments across all regions. Additionally, Meta's anticipated free cash flow for 2025 has been increased by 3% to $37.7 billion, highlighting strong topline growth and positioning the company favorably within a select group of firms capable of shaping technological advancements in consumer and business interactions.
Bears say
Meta Platforms faces significant challenges that contribute to a negative outlook on its stock. Key concerns include potential market share erosion from competition and new entrants, alongside escalating content and infrastructure costs which may exceed current estimates. Furthermore, the firm's heavy investment in Generative AI technology, expected to incur $5-20 billion in expenses over the next three years, raises doubts about whether these expenditures will lead to increased user growth or profitability, particularly amid the risks of a potential recession and stagnating engagement rates.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Meta and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
Meta (META) Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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