Meta rises 1% premarket, trading at $744.61

Meta rises 1% premarket, trading at $744.61

Meta Platforms Inc., formerly known as Facebook, experienced a 1% increase in its stock price premarket on September 2, 2025, trading at $744.61 [1]. The stock opened at $736.00 and closed at $735.11 the previous day, indicating a steady performance in the after-hours trading session.

Analysts have shown a strong bullish sentiment towards Meta, with 32 analysts revising their earnings upwards for the upcoming period. The company's fair value is estimated to be around $863.20, with an upside potential of +17.11% [1].

Meta's impressive financial metrics include a gross profit margin of 82%, a return on assets of 27.2%, and a return on equity of 40.6%. The company's market capitalization stands at $1.85 trillion, with a share count of 2.51 billion and a revenue of $178.8 billion [1].

The company's stock price has shown significant growth over the past year, with a 1-year change of +44.02%. The stock is currently trading above its 52-week range of $479.80 to $796.25, indicating strong market performance [1].

Meta's recent news includes the launch of a dedicated iPad application with Reels at the center, aiming to take on TikTok. Additionally, the company's CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, is expected to host a meeting with technology and business leaders in the newly renovated Rose Garden [2].

Investors should closely monitor Meta's earnings report scheduled for October 22, 2025, to gauge the company's financial health and future prospects. The company's strong fundamentals and positive analyst sentiment suggest that Meta may continue to perform well in the near future.

References:
[1] https://www.investing.com/equities/facebook-inc
[2] https://www.reuters.com/technology/trump-host-tech-ceos-first-event-newly-renovated-rose-garden-2025-09-02/