Meta Q1 Earnings: Revenue Surges Amid Reality Labs Losses
Wednesday, April 30, 2025, 4:20 pm
Meta’s quarterly results revealed an intriguing blend of impressive revenue growth alongside a significant setback in its Reality Labs division. While soaring sales figures—including a blockbuster $42 billion in sales—drew cheers, the staggering $4.2 billion loss from Reality Labs added an ironic twist to an otherwise promising performance, leaving investors both impressed and amused.
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