META Down 19% From 52-Week High: What Awaits the Stock in 2026?

Key Takeaways META expects 2025 capital spending of $70-$72B, with more growth projected in 2026. AI-powered tools are boosting ad engagement, with a $60B annual run rate for META's ad products. Earnings estimates for 2025 have declined 2.7% in 30 days, reflecting cost pressures and competition.Meta Platforms’ (META) shares closed at $644.23 on Dec. 12, down roughly 19.1% from the 52-week high of $796.25 it hit on Aug. 15. META shares have returned a meager 3.2% in the trailing 12-month period, underperform ...