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Meta to create a new class of shares to fund AI push

Meta to create a new class of shares to fund AI push
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Meta announced in its Q3 earnings report that it will issue a new class of non-voting shares to fund AI initiatives, with trading set to begin in 2027.

Key points

  • •Meta is issuing non-voting shares to fund AI initiatives, potential acquisitions, and employee compensation.
  • •Trading for the new class of shares is scheduled to begin in 2027.
  • •Meta stated that the scale of investment required is large to compete, sustain growth, and expand infrastructure.
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