Meta Platforms (META) shares jumped 9.2% in the afternoon session after the company reported fourth-quarter 2025 results that exceeded Wall Street’s expectations. Additionally, Meta provided a strong revenue forecast for the first quarter of 2026, which prompted a positive market reaction.

Revenue for the quarter increased by 23.8% year-over-year, reaching $59.89 billion, and earnings per share came in at $8.88, surpassing analysts’ projections. The company also saw a 6.9% increase in daily active users across its platforms, indicating stable demand for its services.

The forecast for the first quarter of 2026 is $55 billion, significantly above analysts’ expectations of $51.34 billion. This positive revenue outlook served as a key catalyst for the stock’s rise in the market.

Investors remain optimistic as the company’s results and guidance confirm the stability of its business. 2026 is expected to be a pivotal year for further development, especially with the growing demand for artificial intelligence and new technologies within Meta’s ecosystem.