Key Facts on Meta Platforms’ AI Investment
Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META) is allocating $39 billion in capital expenditures for AI in 2024, expected to rise to $71 billion. This investment illustrates CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s strong belief in AI’s potential to drive engagement and revenue. In Q3 2025, the company reported a staggering $37.7 billion net income from $141.1 billion in revenue, largely due to its vast user base of 3.54 billion daily active users across its social media networks.
Meta generated $50 billion in advertising revenue in Q3 2025, constituting 98% of its total income. The company’s advancements in AI advertising tools are reducing costs for clients, potentially increasing its share of global GDP through improved ad capabilities. With earnings per share projected to grow at an annual rate of 11.6% from 2024 to 2027, Meta’s stock presents a favorable investment opportunity despite its size and competitive position in the technology sector.
