The fair value estimate for Meta Platforms has risen from US$813.65 to US$848.38 per share as analysts weigh the Muse product ramp and a US$95b equity financing. Following Q3 results and the Muse launch, firms including Truist and Wells Fargo lifted targets to US$1,000, Tigress Financial to US$995 and Pivotal Research to US$960. Bulls cite strong advertising performance, early Muse engagement and possible new revenue from agents, business messaging and hardware. Bears such as Oppenheimer and Wedbush say Muse monetization may take time and that concerns about usage and password trust could limit willingness to pay, while Goldman Sachs and Oppenheimer flag higher 2027 operating expenses and capital spending. Mizuho and Piper Sandler note that the US$95b equity plan brings dilution into focus, though some interest expense could be reduced.
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| Market | US stocks |
|---|---|
| Sector | Communication Services |
| Industry | Interactive Media & Services |
| Market cap | $1.7T |
| Close on 10/29/2026 | 624.54 |
| Change that session | +1.97% |
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