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Meta Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ: META) recently received an upgraded rating from a prominent analyst firm, changing from “underperform” to “hold,” signaling increased confidence in the company’s operational strengths despite concerns around rising labor costs and strategy. The stock is currently hovering near recent highs, fueled by strong digital advertising revenue and plans to introduce ads on WhatsApp.
In the past six months, members of Congress have conducted 34 trades of META stock, with 18 purchases totaling up to $865,000 and 16 sales. Insider trading saw Meta executives sell shares 1,061 times without any purchases during the same period, resulting in a total dollar value of over $1 billion from sold shares.
On the institutional front, 2,370 investors added to their Meta portfolios while 1,838 reduced their stakes. Notable transactions include JPMorgan Chase adding approximately 6.5 million shares and GQG Partners removing about 6.96 million shares, reflecting significant movements in institutional confidence.
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