Meta Platforms, Inc. - Class A Common Stock (META)
620.25
-0.55 (-0.09%)
NASDAQ · Last Trade: Jan 17th, 5:32 AM EST
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Previous Close
620.80
Open
624.18
Bid
620.15
Ask
620.65
Day's Range
620.08 - 629.08
52 Week Range
479.80 - 796.25
Volume
17,013,052
Market Cap
1.78T
PE Ratio (TTM)
40.12
EPS (TTM)
15.5
Dividend & Yield
2.100 (0.34%)
1 Month Average Volume
14,265,190
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About Meta Platforms, Inc. - Class A Common Stock (META)
Meta Platforms Inc is a technology company that focuses on building and connecting social media platforms and virtual experiences. It is best known for its flagship products, which include Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, providing users with a space to communicate, share content, and engage with diverse communities. The company is also heavily invested in the development of augmented reality and virtual reality technologies, aiming to create immersive environments and enhance social interaction in the metaverse. Through its various platforms and initiatives, Meta seeks to empower individuals and businesses while fostering new ways for people to connect and collaborate. Read More
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