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finance2 years ago

"Assessing Meta Platforms Stock: Is It Still a Buy in 2024?"

Meta Platforms stock has surged to new 52-week highs after a strong rebound in revenue growth, but concerns about sustainability and high valuation have emerged. The stock is trading at a high price-to-earnings multiple, and analysts are cautious about its future upside potential. With a cash-burning metaverse segment and doubts about maintaining its current growth rate, some suggest that investors who have profited from the stock may want to consider selling. The Motley Fool's Stock Advisor team also did not include Meta Platforms in their list of 10 best stocks for investors to buy now, raising further questions about its long-term investment potential.

finance2 years ago

"Meta Platforms Stock: Evaluating the Trillion-Dollar Potential in 2024"

Meta Platforms' stock has surged to new 52-week highs, driven by a rebound in revenue growth and a more favorable ad market outlook. However, with a high price-to-earnings multiple and concerns about sustainability of growth, analysts are cautious about further upside. The company's cash-burning metaverse segment and the potential for a slowdown in ad market growth raise questions about its current valuation. Investors who have profited from the stock's rise may want to consider selling, as sustaining its high growth rate may be challenging, making it overpriced at its current valuation.

business2 years ago

Trade Desk's Stock Plunge Raises Concerns for Ad Market and Economy

Trade Desk Inc., a digital advertising platform, experienced a 31% plunge in its stock price after providing a weak revenue forecast for the current quarter, raising concerns about the health of the ad market. The company's forecast of at least $580 million in revenue for the quarter ending in December fell short of analysts' average projection of $610 million. Trade Desk's decline also impacted social media companies such as Meta Platforms, Snap Inc., and Pinterest Inc. The forecast suggests that economic pressures may be impacting the advertising market, and the projected revenue growth for 2024 may be premature. CEO Jeff Green attributed the reduction in spending to various factors, including strikes in the US auto industry. However, he noted that spending has stabilized in recent weeks.

business2 years ago

Warner Bros. Discovery stock plummets due to declining ad market and disappointing earnings

Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) stock plunged over 15% as the company highlighted ongoing weakness in the ad market, which could impact its visibility for 2024. The company's CFO expressed doubts about hitting their target leverage range without a meaningful recovery in the TV ad market. WBD, like other media companies, has been grappling with an unfavorable ad environment, leading to a decline in network advertising revenue. However, the company reported improved streaming losses and a wider-than-expected loss in the third quarter as it works to reduce debt amid challenges such as the Hollywood strikes. The box office revenue was a bright spot, driven by the success of the film "Barbie."

entertainment2 years ago

Navigating Media Chaos: Upfronts and the Impact on Ad Money Pitches.

The upcoming upfronts for major entertainment companies will be missing many of the top executives who led last year's presentations, as well as potentially diminished star power due to the ongoing writers strike. The strike may also cause disruptions to the fall TV schedule and exacerbate the already lackluster ad market. Despite these challenges, companies will likely tout their streaming offerings and live sports, which are relatively insulated from the strike and advertiser-friendly.

business2 years ago

Roku to Cut 6% of Workforce in Second Round of Layoffs.

Roku plans to lay off 200 employees, or 6% of its workforce, as part of a restructuring plan to lower operating expenses and prioritize higher return on investment projects. The plan will also result in the exit and sublease of certain office facilities. The company estimates non-recurring charges of $30 to $35 million in connection with the restructuring. Roku has been hit by a soft ad market due to an uncertain economy and a broader shift across the streaming landscape since emerging from Covid.