Meta Platforms reports Q2 EPS below expectations as revenue tops estimates

Meta Platforms Inc (META) reported Q2 2026 results showing earnings per share of 6.18 compared with expectations of 7.19, while revenue came in at 60.8 billion versus expectations of 60.22 billion. The earnings figures were reported after the market close on July 29, 2026.

Results and expectations

The reported EPS figure represented the key expectation gap highlighted in the earnings headline, while revenue exceeded the cited expectation level. Investors can review company disclosures through Meta investor relations for official earnings materials and filings.

Observed market response

Following the earnings headline, META recorded a measured post-release move. The stock was down 7.853% at the one-minute reaction point and was down 5.155% over the 10-minute display window. The observed levels were 564.22 at the headline release baseline, 541.65 at one minute after release, and 557.51 at the 10-minute point.

Why traders are watching the update

Meta remains a major US-listed technology company, making its quarterly results relevant for market participants tracking large-cap technology earnings. The reported gap between EPS and expectations, alongside the reported revenue figure, provides the primary focus of this earnings update.

The available earnings information identifies the reported financial figures and the observed equity response. Additional company commentary, guidance details, and operating metrics should be taken from Meta's official earnings materials when available.