Meta Platforms (META) – Among the 11 Best Long Term US Stocks to Buy Right Now

With a 5-year average revenue growth rate of 19.38%, Meta Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ:META) is included among the 11 Best Long Term US Stocks to Buy Right Now.

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Meta Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ:META) is preparing for a major restructuring and round of layoffs scheduled for May 20, according to an internal document reviewed by Reuters. The company plans to reduce about 10% of its workforce in the initial phase, with additional job cuts expected later in 2026 as Meta shifts more resources toward artificial intelligence initiatives.

As part of the restructuring, Meta plans to move roughly 7,000 employees into AI-focused teams while also flattening management layers to create smaller and faster-moving groups. The company is eliminating thousands of managerial roles and closing around 6,000 open positions as part of the broader overhaul.

Reuters reported that Meta is placing greater focus on projects tied to autonomous AI agents and automation tools. Employees have reportedly pushed back against some of the changes, especially the use of mouse-tracking software intended to help train AI systems.

More than 1,000 workers are said to have signed a petition criticizing both the technology and management’s handling of the restructuring process.

Meta Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ:META) develops technologies focused on human connection through artificial intelligence and immersive platforms. Its products allow people to connect and share using mobile devices, personal computers, virtual reality and mixed reality headsets, augmented reality technologies, and wearables.

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