Dec 04, 2023

Mark Zuckerberg sold roughly $190 million in Meta’s stock last month

Meta Platforms Inc. CEO Mark Zuckerberg engaged in a significant sale of company stock throughout November, liquidating around 560,180 shares, amounting to approximately $190 million. The consistent daily sales, detailed in the Form 4 filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, represent a notable financial move by Zuckerberg. The shares sold were primarily part […] 
 Dec 04, 2023

Mark Zuckerberg sold roughly $190 million in Meta’s stock last month

Meta Platforms Inc. CEO Mark Zuckerberg engaged in a significant sale of company stock throughout November, liquidating around 560,180 shares, amounting to approximately $190 million. The consistent daily sales, detailed in the Form 4 filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, represent a notable financial move by Zuckerberg.

The shares sold were primarily part of a "founder stock purchase" from 2004, with a substantial portion also coming from options acquired in 2013. The selling price, based on the closing stock value of $327.15, underscores the substantial financial implication of these transactions.

Despite these sales, Meta reported a strong financial performance in its third quarter, with a 23% increase in revenue year-over-year, totaling $34 billion. The company's net income saw a significant boost, rising 164% from the previous year to $11.58 billion. However, it's important to note that Meta's Reality Labs division, focusing on AR and VR technology, is currently a loss-making venture, with around $25 billion lost since the beginning of the previous year. This division's operating losses are expected to grow substantially in the upcoming period.

Zuckerberg's decision to sell a portion of his shares could be interpreted in various ways. It might be a strategic financial decision, diversification of his investment portfolio, or a response to the company's ongoing expenditures and future financial strategies. These sales, especially given their scale, are likely to attract attention from investors and market analysts, as they try to gauge the future direction and financial health of Meta Platforms Inc.

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