The social‑media giant reported $64.6 billion in revenue for the third quarter, exceeding analysts’ expectations, while introducing Muse and Muse Wonder AI agents designed to increase user interaction.

Meta Platforms Inc. posted a robust $64.6 billion in third‑quarter revenue, surpassing Wall Street forecasts and signaling continued strength in its advertising business.

Q3 Revenue Beats Forecasts

Analysts had projected revenue of roughly $63.5 billion for the period, but Meta’s earnings reflected strong demand for its family of apps, including Facebook, Instagram, and Threads, as well as growth in its creator‑focused tools.

Introducing Muse AI Agents

During the earnings call, Meta unveiled two new AI‑driven agents—Muse and Muse Wonder—designed to surface personalized content, suggest interactions, and streamline navigation across its platforms.

  • Muse assists users in discovering posts, groups, and events aligned with their interests
  • Muse Wonder offers real‑time conversational prompts to spark discussions
  • Both agents leverage Meta’s large‑language models to adapt to individual behavior
  • Integrated directly into the news feed and Stories for seamless access

Market Reaction

Shares rose modestly after the announcement, with investors betting that AI‑enhanced engagement tools could boost ad impressions and time spent on the network.

For readers interested in deeper analysis, the Meta on Momentum page tracks the company’s performance trends, while the Technology section offers broader context on AI developments across the industry.

CNBC coverage of Meta Q3 earnings