NewSquare Capital Boosts Meta Platforms Stake

Investment firm increases ownership in Facebook parent company by nearly 65% in Q3

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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NewSquare Capital LLC, an investment management firm, significantly increased its stake in Meta Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ:META), the parent company of Facebook, by 64.9% in the third quarter of 2025. The firm now owns 2,154 shares of the social media giant's stock, valued at $1.58 million.

Why it matters

Meta Platforms, formerly known as Facebook, is one of the world's largest and most influential technology companies, with a family of popular social media and messaging apps. Institutional investors closely monitor changes in ownership of the company's stock, as it can signal broader market sentiment and investment trends.

The details

According to a 13F filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, NewSquare Capital increased its position in Meta Platforms by purchasing an additional 848 shares during the third quarter. The firm now holds a total of 2,154 shares of the company's stock. Other institutional investors and hedge funds also made changes to their Meta Platforms holdings during the same period, with some increasing their stakes and others reducing their exposure.

  • NewSquare Capital filed its 13F report for the third quarter of 2025.

The players

NewSquare Capital LLC

An investment management firm that increased its stake in Meta Platforms, Inc. by 64.9% in the third quarter of 2025.

Meta Platforms, Inc.

The parent company of Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and other social media and technology products.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

The increase in NewSquare Capital's stake in Meta Platforms reflects the continued interest and investment in the tech giant, despite ongoing scrutiny and challenges the company has faced. As one of the world's most influential social media platforms, Meta's performance and ownership structure remain closely watched by the investment community.