From Nasdaq: 2025-04-29 11:14:00

Meta Platforms (META), the world’s largest social media platform operator, will report earnings on Wednesday, April 30th, after the stock market close. META shares are down ~8% year-to-date but have soared ~171% over the past five years. The options market implies a large move of plus or minus 9.2% for Meta’s earnings.

Despite recent slowdowns, Meta has a history of beating Wall Street expectations, with positive surprises in nine consecutive quarters. Shares are trading at ~23x earnings, near the cheapest levels in two years. Meta is leveraging AI in unique ways, integrating it into WhatsApp, Messenger, and more.

Instagram, a major revenue source for Meta, has seen success with Instagram Reels due to AI optimization. Meta’s strong earnings track record and AI integration signal a bullish outlook. Zacks Investment Research named Meta as a leader in social media. Global semiconductor manufacturing is projected to rise from $452 billion in 2021 to $803 billion by 2028.



Read more at Nasdaq: META Q1 EPS Preview: Expectations & AI Initiatives