Captrust Financial Advisors Boosts Holdings in Meta Platforms

Institutional investor increases stake in social media giant

Mar. 18, 2026 at 8:36am

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Captrust Financial Advisors, a major investment management firm, has increased its holdings in Meta Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ:META) by 0.7% in the third quarter. The firm now owns 545,182 shares of the social networking company's stock, worth approximately $400 million.

Why it matters

Meta Platforms, formerly known as Facebook, is one of the largest and most influential social media companies in the world. Institutional investors closely watch the company's stock performance and ownership changes, as it can provide insights into market sentiment and future growth potential.

The details

According to a recent SEC filing, Captrust Financial Advisors raised its stake in Meta Platforms by acquiring an additional 3,986 shares during the third quarter. The firm's total holdings in Meta Platforms now comprise approximately 0.8% of its overall portfolio, making it the 26th largest position.

  • Captrust Financial Advisors increased its Meta Platforms holdings in the 3rd quarter of 2025.

The players

Captrust Financial Advisors

A major investment management firm that oversees over $545 billion in client assets.

Meta Platforms, Inc.

The parent company of social media platforms Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Messenger.

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The takeaway

Captrust's increased stake in Meta Platforms reflects the firm's confidence in the social media giant's long-term growth prospects, despite recent market volatility. As one of the largest institutional investors in the company, Captrust's moves are closely watched by analysts and investors alike.