Meta Platforms Stock (META) Faces Pressure Amid AI Spending Concerns, but Long-Term Prospects Remain Intact
Meta Platforms (META) has seen its stock price decline by roughly 25% from its all-time high, now trading below $600. Investor unease stems from a maturing user base and skepticism over whether aggressive AI investments can reignite growth. The company recently raised its 2025 capex guidance to $70–$72 billion, further dampening near-term profitability expectations.
Market sentiment mirrors a familiar pattern—Meta’s stock faced similar selloffs earlier this year, exacerbated by macroeconomic volatility and geopolitical tensions. Yet, the bull case persists. Meta’s long-term bets on AI and its dominant position in social media suggest potential for resurgence, even as short-term pressures weigh on shares.