We see little reason for concern around Meta's stock given the company's exceptionally strong operating performance, robust financial health, and continued leadership in digital advertising. Meta's transformation into an AI-driven advertising powerhouse-anchored by Instagram's growing dominance and massive infrastructure investments-underpins our confidence. Overall, while the stock trades at a premium valuation, we view it as fairly priced given its strength and momentum.
When President Trump returned to the White House his intention was clear: Make America Great Again. But the United States's economic partners, and some of its rivals, are also benefitting from having the unorthodox showman back in the Oval Office. Investors are watching the U.S. stock market with both enthusiasm and trepidation: The S&P 500 is up 15% over the past year, Treasuries have remained relatively steady, and the Fed's monetary policy is expected to begin a downwards trajectory.
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