About Meta Platforms, Inc. (META)
Meta Platforms, Inc. is a Internet Content & Information company operating in the Communication Services sector.
META trades on the US stock exchanges (NYSE/NASDAQ) and is classified as a large-cap stock .
Key Statistics
- Current Price
- $614.99
- Market Cap
- $1.57T
- 52-Week High
- $779.82
- 52-Week Low
- $520.26
- Sector
- Communication Services
- Industry
- Internet Content & Information
$1,000 Invested in Meta Platforms, Inc. (META)
How much would $1,000 invested in META be worth today?
What would $1,000 invested in META 1 year ago be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in Meta Platforms, Inc. (META) in 2025 would be worth $926 as of November 2026, representing a -7.4% total return.
What would $1,000 invested in META 3 years ago be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in Meta Platforms, Inc. (META) in 2023 would be worth $2,153 as of November 2026, representing a +115.3% total return.
What would $1,000 invested in META 5 years ago be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in Meta Platforms, Inc. (META) in 2021 would be worth $1,889 as of November 2026, representing a +88.9% total return.
What would $1,000 invested in META 10 years ago be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in Meta Platforms, Inc. (META) in 2016 would be worth $4,701 as of November 2026, representing a +370.1% total return.
What would $1,000 invested in META at IPO be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in Meta Platforms, Inc. (META) at IPO would be worth $16,241 as of November 2026, representing a +1524.1% total return.
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Monthly Returns Heatmap
Over the past 14+ years (173 months), Meta Platforms, Inc. (META) has averaged a monthly return of +2.37% with a median return of +1.79%. The stock had 105 positive months (61%) and 68 negative months (39%). The best month in META's history was July 2013 with a +47.9% return, while the worst was February 2022 at -32.6%. Historically, January tends to be the strongest month (averaging +9.1%), and October the weakest (-3.3%).
META's longest winning streak was 9 consecutive months of gains, while its longest losing streak was 4 consecutive months of losses. The best full year was 2023 with a cumulative return of +116.8%, and the worst was 2022 at -82.4%.
Annual Returns
Over 14 years of trading history, Meta Platforms, Inc. (META) has delivered an average annual return of +38.22% with a median return of +33.62%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is +25.23%. The stock posted gains in 11 years (79%) and losses in 3 years (21%).
META's best year was 2023 with a +194.13% gain, while the worst was 2022 at -64.22%. The longest streak of consecutive positive years was 5, and the longest losing streak was 1 years. META achieved double-digit gains (10%+) in 10 years. It suffered double-digit losses in 2 years.
| Year | Return | Start | End |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -6.59% | $658.40 | $614.99 |
| 2025 | +13.09% | $582.17 | $658.40 |
| 2024 | +66.05% | $350.60 | $582.17 |
| 2023 | +194.13% | $119.20 | $350.60 |
| 2022 | -64.22% | $333.16 | $119.20 |
| 2021 | +23.13% | $270.57 | $333.16 |
| 2020 | +33.09% | $203.30 | $270.57 |
| 2019 | +56.57% | $129.85 | $203.30 |
| 2018 | -25.71% | $174.79 | $129.85 |
| 2017 | +53.38% | $113.96 | $174.79 |
| 2016 | +9.93% | $103.67 | $113.96 |
| 2015 | +34.15% | $77.28 | $103.67 |
| 2014 | +42.76% | $54.13 | $77.28 |
| 2013 | +105.30% | $26.37 | $54.13 |
Frequently Asked Questions: META
What sector is META in? ▼
META operates in the Communication Services sector, specifically in the Internet Content & Information industry. This sector includes telecom companies, media firms, and interactive entertainment businesses.
How has META performed historically? ▼
Over 14 years of trading history, META has posted gains in 11 years (79% of the time). The best year was 2023 with a +194.1% return. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
How can I invest in META? ▼
You can invest in META through any brokerage account that offers access to US stock exchanges. Popular options include commission-free brokers like Fidelity, Charles Schwab, or Robinhood (US), or international brokers like Interactive Brokers. You can buy individual shares or invest through ETFs that hold META.
Last updated: 11/1/2026