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Meta Q3 Net Income Jumps 264% as AI Boosts Ad Revenue

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Meta reported a 264% year-over-year increase in net income to $9.86 billion for Q3 FY2026, beating market expectations. AI-driven improvements in ad targeting boosted impressions and pricing, while Reality Labs losses narrowed. The company also announced a new share class structure to maintain founder control.

LATEST/Meta reported a 264% year-over-year increase in net income to $9.86 billion for Q3 FY2026, beating market expectations. AI-driven improvements in ad targeting boosted impressions and pricing, while Reality Labs losses narrowed. The company also announced a new share class structure to maintain founder control.

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  1. IT之家 · IT业界T2·68 pts
    • AI-enhanced advertising: Ad impressions rose 10% YoY and average price per ad increased 14%, highlighting direct revenue gains from algorithm optimization.
    • High capital expenditure: Q3 capex reached $34.91 billion, with full-year guidance at $135-145 billion, reflecting massive investment in AI infrastructure.
    • Narrowing Reality Labs losses: VR/AR operational losses decreased YoY, projected to drop to ~$15 billion by 2027.
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