Meta Platforms, Inc. (META) Share CFD Trading
META Platforms, Inc. is a multinational technology conglomerate and one of the world's largest and most influential technology companies. Interested? Start trading META share CFDs with FXOpen today.
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What Is META Share CFD Trading?
META share CFD trading is about buying and selling Contracts for Difference (CFDs) that are based on
the price movements of Meta Platforms, Inc. stock. CFD trading allows traders to speculate on the
price movements of various assets without owning the underlying shares.
META Platforms Inc., formerly known as Facebook, Inc., is a technology company known for its
social media platform, Facebook and other platforms like Instagram and WhatsApp. The corporation
officially changed its stock market ticker symbol to META from FB on the 20th of September, 2023.
You can trade META stocks at FXOpen with spreads from 0.0 pips and a low
commission from $1.
META Price Historical Performance
Here are the most significant movements in META stock price:
Facebook, Inc.’s IPO was held on the 18th of May, 2012 at $38 per share. The event was
highly anticipated and marked one of the largest technology IPOs in history.
After its IPO, Facebook's stock experienced some volatility but generally traded below its
IPO price for the first few months. However, it gradually gained momentum.
Over the years, the market experienced steady growth as the company continued to increase
its user base and advertising revenue. It benefited from the shift in advertising spending on
digital platforms.
Facebook made several notable acquisitions during this period, including Instagram in 2012
and WhatsApp in 2014. These acquisitions contributed to the company's growth and the
appreciation of the FB stock price.
Despite the price correction at the end of 2018, the solid uptrend continued. In 2020, the
COVID-19 pandemic led to increased usage of social media platforms, including Facebook, as
people turned to online communication and entertainment during lockdowns. This supported the
company's strong performance.
In October 2021, Facebook, Inc. officially changed its name to META Platforms Inc. to
reflect its focus on the development of the metaverse, augmented reality, and virtual reality
technologies.
From September 2021 to October 2022, META suffered a dramatic decline, its price dropped
four times. However, later, the price managed to recover.
Major Factors That Affect META’s Value
The value of META is influenced by a wide range of factors, including both company-specific
factors and broader market conditions.
The financial performance of the corporation is a fundamental driver of its stock price.
Factors such as revenue growth, earnings, and profit margins can significantly impact investor
sentiment.
As a social media company, user metrics are crucial. Metrics like monthly active users
(MAUs) and daily active users (DAUs) on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp can
influence investor confidence in the company's future growth potential.
Regulatory actions and concerns related to data privacy, antitrust issues, and content
moderation can have a substantial impact on the company's operations and stock value.
Competition from other social media platforms and technology companies can affect the stock
price. Investors closely monitor how the company competes and innovates.
The company continually explores new avenues for monetisation; for example, in 2016, the
company launched the FB marketplace. The success and adoption of these initiatives can influence
its stock value.
META's acquisitions and strategic initiatives can impact its growth prospects and investor
sentiment. Successful acquisitions may be viewed positively, while unsuccessful ones can have a
negative effect.