Meta’s revenue grew 26%. Its f

Meta’s revenue grew 26%. Its free cash flow turned negative.

That’s the tension I’m watching in Meta’s Q3 2026 results.

Revenue reached $64.60 billion, but capital expenditure exceeded operating cash flow, leaving free cash flow at negative $2.12 billion.

The 265% jump in reported EPS also needs context. Last year included a substantial tax charge; this quarter includes a legal charge.

Excluding those respective charges, EPS was $7.40 versus $7.25—about 2.1% higher. That removes the specified charges; it isn’t a full normalization of earnings. Sources: Meta’s 2026 release⁠ and 2025 release⁠.

My focus from here: how quickly can Meta translate its investment into stronger cash generation?

Swipe through for the earnings context, cash flow and outlook.

What are you watching most closely: growth, margins or free cash flow?

#Meta #Earnings #CashFlow

General information only; not investment advice.

Meta Beats on Revenue—Will Negative Cash Flow Cap the Rally?

Meta rose 0.47% after Q3 revenue beat estimates by 26% year over year, while Q4 guidance slightly topped expectations. Bulls cite ad impressions and pricing growth of 11% each, plus Muse’s 10 million users. Bears point to $6.22 billion in negative free cash flow, rising 2027 costs and capex, and governance concerns over a non-voting share class. Google search growth and Amazon cloud returns offer cross-checks. Can Meta fund another year of AI investment without free cash flow constraining its valuation?

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