It can only be said that shares of Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ: META) are having an absolutely blockbuster year, with gains of up to 70% year-to-date already locked in. This is making Meta one of the best performers among large-cap tech stocks in a year, and that's been good for equities in general. Unsurprisingly, the stock has repeatedly hit all-time highs, with October's record almost broken earlier this month.
As we head into the final few weeks of the year, there are several reasons investors should be getting excited about what's ahead for the $1.5 trillion tech giant from California. With momentum on its side and a range of growth drivers in place, Meta is shaping up to be a solid bet for 2025 and beyond. Let's jump in and take a look at why investors are so excited.
