Meta's Strong Q1 Earnings Showcase Resilient Ad Sales Amid Global Uncertainty

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Meta's Strong Q1 Earnings Showcase Resilient Ad Sales Amid Global Uncertainty

Meta Platforms Inc. has reported impressive first-quarter 2025 earnings, showcasing strong online advertising sales despite global trade uncertainties. The tech giant's revenue grew by 16% year-over-year to reach $42.3 billion, surpassing analyst forecasts of $41.4 billion, according to the Financial Times. Net income jumped by 35% to $16.7 billion, also exceeding expectations set at $13.5 billion.

In addition to revenue boosts, Meta saw its daily active users increase by 6% to 3.43 billion across its platforms, signaling robust advertising demand, reported Reuters. This growth comes despite trade tensions with China, which have reduced ad spending from China-based advertisers. Nonetheless, Meta's advertising business has shown resilience, supporting its stock price that rose over 6% in pre-market trading following the earnings announcement.

Meta is advancing its focus on artificial intelligence, with plans to invest between $64 billion and $72 billion. This capital will support infrastructure enhancements and the development of new AI tools such as the Llama 4 model and a standalone AI assistant app. Despite the challenges, these strategic investments position Meta to continue navigating a complex global market environment effectively.

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