Zuckerberg Sets 2026 AI Infrastructure Spending Plan of Up to $145 Billion
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Meta's Q2 results missed expectations and Q3 revenue guidance was softer, while costs surged on AI-driven R&D and a raised 2026 capex range ($130B–$145B). Operating income and free cash flow deteriorated, leverage increased, cash fell, and buybacks paused, intensifying concerns about near-term profitability and capital intensity. The stock reaction highlights market sensitivity to hyperscaler AI spend and return-on-investment visibility.
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Meta Platforms’ second-quarter results missed expectations, with operating income down 8% year over year to $18.8 billion as costs and expenses surged 55% on a 68% jump in research and development spending. The company lifted its 2026 capital expenditure outlook to $130 billion to $145 billion, underscoring the scale of its investment in AI infrastructure. The stock fell 10% after the report and is down 26% from its August 2025 record high.
