Meta's $8.25 Billion Slide to Eighth in Trading Volume Amid Regulatory and AI Cost Pressures

Meta (META) fell 1.28% on Sept. 23, , ranking eighth in market activity. The decline came amid mixed signals from its core business segments and regulatory headwinds.

, a key growth market. While the company maintained strong engagement metrics on its platforms, analysts noted a slowdown in monetization efficiency as user growth plateaued in mature markets. The stock also faced pressure from broader concerns over AI development costs, .

Regulatory challenges intensified following a European Commission investigation into alleged anti-competitive practices in its ad tech division. The probe, which could lead to significant compliance costs, added to investor skepticism about near-term profitability. However, the company emphasized progress in its Reality Labs division, .

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