Meta Platforms Inc. reported strong first-quarter earnings, exceeding analyst expectations with a 33% year-over-year revenue increase to $56.31 billion. The company also raised its 2026 capital expenditure forecast to $125 billion–$145 billion, citing higher component and data center costs. CEO Mark Zuckerberg highlighted momentum across Meta's apps and the release of its first AI model from Meta Superintelligence Labs. Despite the positive financial results, Meta's stock slipped in after-hours trading. The company expects second-quarter revenue between $58 billion and $61 billion, slightly above analyst estimates. Meta's AI push includes hiring AI experts and laying off about 8,000 employees, or 10% of its workforce, to streamline operations. The company ended March with nearly 78,000 employees, up 1% year over year. Analysts note that Meta's core advertising business remains strong, with AI advancements contributing to growth even as new revenue streams are still under development.
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Meta Reports Strong Q1 Earnings, Raises 2026 Spending Forecast
By The Unbiased Times AI
April 29, 2026 • 11:03 PM• Updated April 29, 2026 • 11:33 PM
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All sources agree that Meta's Q1 earnings exceeded expectations, driven by strong advertising revenue and AI investments. The coverage uniformly highlights the company's increased capital expenditure forecast for 2026, layoffs, and Zuckerberg's focus on AI development. There is no significant divergence in framing, as all outlets present the facts neutrally without emphasizing conflicting interpretations.
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