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Meta Results, AI Spending and Market Concerns

Meta Results, AI Spending and Market Concerns

Meta shares fell as investors weighed rising AI costs, spending plans, and negative free cash flow, despite stronger-than-expected revenue and Muse adoption. A reported $25 billion New Mexico privacy penalty adds a major legal risk; market concerns do not establish imminent financial distress.

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Updated Oct 22, 2026