Meta Platforms, Inc. is a U.S.-based technology company operating in the Communication Services sector, focused on digital platforms and online advertising. Its shares are traded on the Nasdaq under the ticker META.

Meta owns and operates some of the world’s largest social and communication platforms, generating the majority of its revenue from digital advertising.

Its core platforms include:

• Facebook: Global social networking platform.

• Instagram: Photo and video sharing application.

• WhatsApp: Messaging service with global reach.

• Messenger: Integrated communication tool.

• Threads: Text-based social platform.

In addition to social media, Meta invests in immersive technologies through its Reality Labs division, which develops virtual and augmented reality products.

Meta’s platforms reach billions of users worldwide, with operations spanning North America, Europe, Asia, and Latin America. The company continues expanding into artificial intelligence, digital infrastructure, and next-generation computing experiences.

History and Development

Meta was founded in the early 2000s as Facebook, initially created as a university social network in the United States. Rapid adoption led to global expansion and strong user growth.

The company went public in the early 2010s, completing one of the largest technology IPOs at the time. Strategic acquisitions, including Instagram and WhatsApp, strengthened its global presence in social media and digital communication.

In the early 2020s, the company rebranded as Meta Platforms to reflect a broader strategic focus beyond social networking, including virtual reality, artificial intelligence, and immersive digital experiences.

In recent years, Meta has continued investing in AI-driven tools, platform integration, and emerging technologies while navigating evolving global regulatory frameworks.

Today, Meta remains one of the largest digital advertising and social platform companies globally, with diversified operations across social media, messaging, and immersive technologies.

Additional Information

Facebook Inc (United States) is listed on the Nasdaq and has a market capitalization of $124.80 billion, with shareholders equity totaling $123.23 billion.

The company employs approximately 59.000 people and operates in the Technology sector, within the Computer Services industry.

Over the past 12 months, Facebook Inc reported $119.67 billion in revenue, generating net income of $37.34 billion.

Key financial metrics include a P/E ratio of 3.34, a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 1.01, and a trailing twelve-month dividend yield of 2.97%.

The company trades under the ticker FB.