Down 18% From Its October High, Should You Buy the Dip on Meta Stock?

Meta Platforms stock has declined 18% from its October high following a poorly received earnings report that included a $9.89 billion settlement. While the company reported strong 26% revenue growth in Q3, concerns about negative free cash flow and a planned $95 billion share issuance to fund AI spending have spooked investors. However, analysts suggest long-term investors should view the AI investment positively if it generates strong returns, making Meta a reasonable buy at current levels despite near-term headwinds.