Meta Platforms Valuation

META Stock  USD 622.66  -4.79  -0.76%   
From a valuation standpoint, Meta Platforms appears fairly valued. Macroaxis places the Real Value of Meta Platforms near $646.65 per share, against a market price of $622.66. This estimate is based on an evaluation of Meta Platforms fundamentals, including profit margin of 30%, current valuation of $1.59T, and return on equity of 30%, together with its technical indicators and probability of bankruptcy. The most relevant valuation inputs for Meta Platforms include:
 Price Book
7.306
 Enterprise Value
1.6 T
 Enterprise Value Ebitda
15.0358
 Price Sales
7.8977
 Forward PE
21.0084
Fairly Valued
Today
622.66
Right now, the market is showing Very Low price fluctuation for Meta Platforms. For valuation purposes, Macroaxis measures Meta Platforms over a 3 months time horizon. Using a longer horizon generally improves the accuracy of the calculation and the forecasting strength of the model.
Because the shares are exchange-traded, the market value of Meta Stock is established by buyers and sellers in real time. Any gap between market price and intrinsic value may matter if trading activity eventually pushes price closer to underlying value.
Historical Market  622.66 Real  646.65 Target  862.25 Hype  622.66 Naive  636.82
Assessing the real value of Meta Platforms stock means looking beyond short-term price movements to its long-term earnings power. Intrinsic value for Meta Platforms is most commonly estimated through discounted cash flow modeling or earnings-based approaches.
560.39
Downside
646.65
Real Value
648.85
Upside
Understanding the full range of upside and downside possibilities for Meta Platforms supports better investment decisions. The contribution of Meta stock to portfolio performance goes beyond its current earnings power.
Earnings
Estimates
LowProjectedHigh
6.026.607.45
Details
Hype
Prediction
LowEstimatedHigh
620.46622.66624.86
Details
Potential
Annual Dividend
LowForecastedHigh
1.531.531.54
Details
Analyst
Consensus
LowTarget PriceHigh
784.65862.25957.10
Details
Comparing Meta Platforms's valuation across multiple methods provides a sanity check. If DCF and relative value analyses converge on a similar estimate, the conviction in Meta Platforms' fair value is correspondingly higher.

Main Profitability Drivers

On a profitability basis, Meta Platforms carries a 30.08% net margin and a 41.31% operating margin. The spread of 11.23 percentage points between the two margins reflects the impact of financing costs and tax obligations on Meta Platforms' earnings. Revenue of 200.97 Billion translated into 164.79 Billion of gross profit for Meta Platforms, with net income reaching 60.46 Billion. The company produces 30.24% on shareholders' equity and 16.21% on total assets, framing Meta Platforms' capital efficiency picture. Meta Platforms faces challenges on the profitability front, with declining trends across multiple margin and return indicators. A more granular view is available in Meta Platforms' profitability metrics for a broader perspective on earnings quality.
 Price Book
7.306
 Gross Profit
164.8 B
 Price Sales
7.8977
 Profit Margin
0.3008
 Enterprise Value Revenue
7.9092
Financial indicators imply that Cash is moving in a rebounding direction. According to the most recent annual data, Cash was 35.87 Billion. Per market data dated March 18, 2026, Accounts Payable is projected to grow to approximately 9.3 B, whereas our analysis places Change To Account Receivables near about -1.9 B following downward revisions.

Meta Platforms Cash

37.67 Billion

Revenue by Product

Revenue for Meta Platforms breaks down into 2 product-level segments. Meta Platforms' revenue is anchored by Family of Apps (58.94 Billion, 98.4%), followed by Reality Labs (955 Million, 1.6%). Revenue concentration above 60% in one segment means Meta Platforms' performance is closely tied to that product's market dynamics.

Total Value Analysis

The current total-value analysis for Meta Platforms points to enterprise value near 1.59 T, market capitalization around 1.59 T, debt of 83.9 B, and cash balances of 40.49 B. Enterprise value analysis can still mislead when accounting presentation, cash treatment, or capital-structure assumptions distort the surface read.
  Takeover PriceMarket CapDebt ObligationsCash
1.59 T
1.59 T
83.9 B
40.49 B

Investor Information

About 79.0% of the company shares are owned by institutional investors. The company has Price/Earnings To Growth (PEG) ratio of 1.03. Meta Platforms recorded earnings per share (EPS) of 23.47. The company had its last dividend issued on the 16th of March 2026. Operational scale and capital structure coherence define Meta Platforms financial characteristics. Profitability metrics indicate strong earnings efficiency relative to asset utilization. Earnings quality, debt coverage, and cash generation are the primary financial strength indicators for Meta Platforms.
Current ValueLast YearChange From Last Year 10 Year Trend
Total Cash From Operating Activities121.6 B115.8 B
Sufficiently Up
Slightly volatile

Asset Utilization

The asset utilization indicator refers to the revenue earned for every dollar of assets a company currently reports. Meta Platforms has an asset utilization ratio of 54.91 percent. This suggests that the Company is making $0.55 for each dollar of assets. An increasing asset utilization means that Meta Platforms is more efficient with each dollar of assets it utilizes for everyday operations.
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Profitability Analysis

Based on Meta Platforms' profitability indicators, Meta Platforms may not be well positioned to generate adequate gross income at this time. It has a very high probability of underperforming in April. Profitability indicators assess Meta Platforms' ability to earn profits and add value for shareholders.
 
Net Income  
 First Reported
2010-03-31
 Previous Quarter
2.7 B
 Current Value
22.8 B
 Quarterly Volatility
5.6 B
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The latest reporting period places Gross Profit at 173.03 Billion, reflecting year-over-year movement of 4.76%. Meta Platforms closed last year with Gross Profit at 164.79 Billion. Per market data dated March 18, 2026, Net Profit Margin is projected to grow to 0.32, whereas our analysis places Pretax Profit Margin near 0.22 following downward revisions.
Current ValueLast YearChange From Last Year 10 Year Trend
Gross Profit Margin0.620.82
Way Down
Very volatile
Return On Assets0.120.1652
Way Down
Slightly volatile
Return On Equity0.150.2783
Way Down
Slightly volatile
For Meta Platforms profitability analysis, investors typically examine the ratios and operating drivers that show how well the company turns sales, assets, and shareholder capital into profit. The practical goal is to decide whether profitability looks durable, improving, or increasingly difficult to defend under current conditions.

Earnings per Share Projection vs Actual

Meta Platforms currently shows forward EPS consensus of 6.60, with dispersion from 6.02 to 7.45. EPS TTM stands at 23.47. EPS is most informative when read together with margin stability and cash-flow conversion. Consensus earnings estimates for Meta Platforms should be reviewed carefully because analyst EPS forecasts are usually built before non-recurring items and option-related expenses are fully unpacked. Meta Platforms is projected to generate 6.6 in earnings per share on 31st of March 2026. The practical value of the EPS estimate is that it gives investors a benchmark for comparing reported results with the market's prior expectations.
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Earnings Estimation Breakdown

The projected forward EPS for Meta Platforms is 6.6 per current analyst consensus, derived from trailing twelve-month earnings data. Estimates range from 6.02 to 7.45 across individual analysts modeling Meta Platforms' near-term performance. This consensus excludes one-time items to maintain a clean view of Meta Platforms's recurring earnings power.
Last Reported EPS
8.88
6.02
Lowest
Expected EPS
6.6
7.45
Highest

Earnings Projection Consensus

When Meta Platforms' estimated intrinsic value exceeds its current market price, some analysts view this as a potential margin of safety. A market price above the estimated value may signal that expectations are already priced in or that overvaluation risk is present. Treat these signals as inputs to a broader investment framework, not standalone buy or sell triggers.
Number of AnalystsHistorical AccuracyLast Reported EPSEstimated EPS for 31st of March 2026Current EPS (TTM)
6788.01%
8.88
6.6
23.47

Ownership Allocation

The majority of Meta Platforms' outstanding shares are owned by institutional holders. These positions are typically held by large asset managers, pension funds, and index funds that manage capital on behalf of millions of clients. Institutions of this scale are required to disclose their holdings through 13F filings with the SEC, providing visibility into ownership changes each quarter. Institutional investors hold approximately 79% of Meta Platforms' outstanding shares, with the remaining 21% in public hands.

Revenue and Profit Overview

The company reported previous year's revenue of 200.97 B. Net Income was 60.46 B with profit before overhead, payroll, taxes, and interest of 164.79 B.

Past Distributions to Stockholders

Understanding dividend distributions from Meta Platforms may help investors assess capital return consistency. Investors often compare dividend payments with profitability and free cash flow trends. Income-focused investors may want to see how Meta Platforms distributes income.
Investors reviewing Meta Platforms usually get better results when valuation is approached as disciplined analysis instead of as one fixed number. The practical goal is to understand how new information changes the valuation case, not to defend one static estimate after conditions move.

Valuation Framework, Methodology & Assumptions

Meta Platforms is a mega-cap equity in Interactive Media & Services, Internet Content & Information, Communication Services categories. Cycle exposure impacts valuation range. Meta Platforms currently trades at P/E of 9.3, P/B of 7.31, P/S of 7.9.

Unless otherwise specified, data for Meta Platforms is compiled from periodic company reporting and market reference feeds and standardized for comparability. Where analyst coverage exists, consensus estimates are factored in. Updates may occur throughout the day. Valuation outputs are model-derived and depend on published assumptions and reference inputs.

This content is curated and reviewed by:

Raphi Shpitalnik - Junior Member of Macroaxis Editorial Board
Last reviewed on March 1st, 2026

Growth Indicators

Growth-focused analysis of Meta Platforms matters because high expectations can support outsized upside but also sharper repricing when execution slips. The stronger process compares growth rates with margins, cash generation, and the cost of sustaining that expansion.
Common Stock Shares Outstanding2.6 B
Quarterly Earnings Growth Y O Y0.107
Forward Price Earnings21.0084

Meta Platforms Current Valuation Indicators

A net-worth review of Meta Platforms links market cap to balance-sheet health, cash flow, and implied growth expectations. Good valuation narrows the range of reasonable outcomes before capital is committed.

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