Meta's Q4 Earnings: Disappointment, Ambiguity, and Infrastructure Push
Meta's fourth-quarter earnings report fell short of expectations, triggering an initial stock decline. However, shares later recovered.
Financial Performance:
Meta reported EPS of $8.02 on revenue of $48.4 billion, surpassing estimates. For the full year, net income reached $62.4 billion.
Outlook:
Meta's revenue forecast for the first quarter indicates 8%-15% growth. However, the company declined to provide a full-year guidance.
Expenses and Investments:
Meta expects expenses to range from $114 billion to $119 billion in 2025, driven by infrastructure costs and employee compensation. The company is investing heavily in AI infrastructure, with plans to spend $60-$65 billion this year.
AI and Social Media:
Meta remains committed to AI, glasses, and the future of social media. CEO Mark Zuckerberg expressed enthusiasm for the scalability of these efforts in 2025.
Settlements and Legal Matters:
Ahead of the earnings report, Meta reached a $25 million settlement with President Trump over a lawsuit related to his platform suspension.
Additional Information:
* Read the full earnings report and analysis at Yahoo Finance.
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