Meta's $60.55 Billion Trading Day Ranks Eighth Amid Antitrust Trial

On May 27, 2025, Meta's trading volume reached $60.55 billion, ranking it eighth in the day's stock market activity. Meta's stock price increased by 2.43%.

Meta's future now hinges on a federal judge's decision following the conclusion of a landmark antitrust trial. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) alleges that Meta's acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp were strategic moves to eliminate competition rather than organic growth. The FTC's case centers on the argument that Meta's dominance in personal social networking has stifled innovation and reduced product quality, including weaker privacy protections and increased advertising volume.

Meta has defended its acquisitions, asserting that both Instagram and WhatsApp have significantly improved under its ownership. The company argues that the relevant market should include all platforms where users spend their time, such as TikTok, YouTube, and X (formerly Twitter). This broader definition would diminish Meta's market share and undermine the FTC's monopoly claims.

The trial's outcome will have far-reaching implications for Meta's business model and the broader tech industry. A court-ordered divestiture of Instagram and WhatsApp would create significant financial and operational disruptions for Meta, potentially altering its revenue streams and advertising effectiveness. The ruling will also set important precedents for how antitrust laws are applied to digital platforms, influencing future acquisition strategies and regulatory scrutiny across the technology sector.