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Meta plans non-voting shares to fund AI investment

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On 22 October 2026, Meta said in its third-quarter results that it will issue a class of non-voting shares to support AI plans, potential acquisitions and employee compensation, with trading to begin in 2027. The company expects capital expenditure of $135bn to $145bn this year, up from its previous $130bn to $145bn range. CFO Susan Li said the new shares will broaden its financing tools and give it investment flexibility for the business momentum created by AI.

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Oct 22
  1. The Verge · AI
    Meta to create a new class of shares to fund AI push

    Meta says it's issuing a new class of shares to fund its AI initiatives. As part of its third-quarter earnings report released on Wednesday, the company says the non-voting stock will also go toward potential acquisitions and employee compensation, with trading beginning in 2027.

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