Meta Platforms Analysts Adjust Ratings and Targets

Recent changes to analyst recommendations and price targets for the tech giant

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Several brokerages have updated their recommendations and price targets on shares of Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META), formerly Facebook, Inc. The company also recently declared a quarterly dividend. Meta Platforms is a global technology company known for its social networking services and immersive computing platforms.

Why it matters

Analyst ratings and price targets can influence investor sentiment and stock performance for major tech companies like Meta Platforms. The company's dividend payout and insider trading activity also provide insights into its financial health and strategic direction.

The details

Analysts have reaffirmed Meta Platforms' 'buy' rating and adjusted price targets in recent weeks. The company also declared a quarterly dividend of $0.525 per share. Additionally, several company insiders have sold shares, representing a decrease in their positions.

  • On February 2, 2026, analysts reaffirmed Meta Platforms' 'buy' rating.
  • On December 23, 2025, Meta Platforms paid a quarterly dividend of $0.525 per share.
  • On January 15, 2026, Director Robert M. Kimmitt sold 580 shares.
  • On December 30, 2025, Insider Jennifer Newstead sold 519 shares.

The players

Meta Platforms, Inc.

A global technology company best known for building social networking services and immersive computing platforms. Formerly known as Facebook, Inc.

Robert M. Kimmitt

A director at Meta Platforms who sold 580 shares on January 15, 2026.

Jennifer Newstead

An insider at Meta Platforms who sold 519 shares on December 30, 2025.

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