https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/meta-stock-drops-more-than-7-despite-strong-q3-results-as-ai-spending-fears-returnContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/meta-stock-drops-more-than-7-despite-strong-q3-results-as-ai-spending-fears-returnhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/meta-stock-drops-more-than-7-despite-strong-q3-results-as-ai-spending-fears-return#u160734Thu, 29 Oct 2026 03:50:47 +0000Meta's stock fell 7% despite reporting strong Q3 results, with investors concerned about the company's increasing spending on AI and its impact on free cash flow. The company's revenue beat expectations, but its first-ever negative free cash flow and massive capital investment in AI infrastructure weighed on investors. Meta's Q3 revenue was $64.6B, with a $9.89B legal charge and record $34.9B in AI infrastructure capex.Why it mattersThe drop in Meta's stock reflects investor concerns about the company's ability to balance its spending on AI with profitability. Met