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Meta Platforms (META) is the largest social media company in the world. The company owns and operates platforms like WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, and Threads, making it a household name with a giant footprint.
Meta’s stock has gained 23.5% YTD but had struggled before picking up the pace toward the end of April. Shares are now up 19% in the last three months and are just 4.5% below their all-time highs.