Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META) sees minor pullback amid broader tech sector cooldown
MENLO PARK, CA — July 25, 2025 — Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ: META) saw its stock edge lower on Thursday, closing at $712.68, down $2.12 or 0.30% for the day. The dip comes despite earlier intraday gains that briefly pushed shares above the $720 mark before declining sharply in the final hour of trading.
Early Gains Erased by Afternoon Sell-Off
The stock opened at $716.92, climbing to a high of $720.65 by early afternoon on renewed investor optimism ahead of the company’s upcoming earnings report. However, the rally lost steam after 3:00 p.m., with shares falling to an intraday low of $711.90 before slightly recovering in after-hours trading.
Thursday’s performance marked a mild retreat from the previous close of $714.80, reflecting cautious sentiment among investors navigating a volatile tech market that’s grappling with mixed macroeconomic signals.
Valuation Still Strong Despite Daily Decline
With a market capitalization of $1.79 trillion, Meta remains one of the dominant players in the tech sector. The stock’s price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio sits at 27.84, aligning with broader Big Tech valuations. The company’s dividend yield stands at 0.29%, with a quarterly dividend amount of $0.52, reflecting Meta’s continued efforts to attract long-term shareholders.
The stock continues to trade comfortably above its 52-week low of $450.80, and within reach of its 52-week high of $747.90, showcasing investor confidence in Meta’s AI initiatives and metaverse expansion strategy.
Investor Focus Turns to Q2 Earnings and Forward Guidance
Traders and analysts alike are closely monitoring Meta’s upcoming second-quarter earnings call, expected next week, which could offer fresh insights into advertising revenues, user growth across its platforms (including Facebook, Instagram, and Threads), and ongoing AI infrastructure investments. Market watchers will also be looking for updates on cost-cutting measures, Reality Labs spending, and the company’s progress on monetizing its generative AI tools.
Tech Sector Moves in Tandem
Meta’s performance mirrored a broader cooling across the Nasdaq, with several tech giants experiencing modest pullbacks after strong runs earlier in the week. Concerns over Federal Reserve policy direction and inflation data continue to inject uncertainty into the high-growth tech landscape.
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