In this clip of Market Mondays, hosts Rashad Bilal, Troy Millings, and Ian Dunlap dive deep into the financial whirlwind surrounding Meta's recent $45 billion loss in its Metaverse division. The discussion unfolds as they analyze Meta's stock drop following its earnings report and the strategic shift towards increased AI spending amidst uncertain futures. Despite the financial setbacks, the hosts also explore the resilience of Meta's core businesses like WhatsApp and Instagram, and the potential gains from its new AI investments. Join us as we unravel the complexities of investing in futuristic technologies and the rollercoaster of market reactions. *Timestamps:* 00:00 - Introduction to Meta's $45 billion loss 00:34 - Overview of market cap impact 00:40 - Ian's take on Meta's performance and market response 01:50 - Examining Meta's financial numbers and future outlook 02:42 - Why Meta's AI investment could be different from Metaverse 03:15 - Risks and rewards of investing in future innovations 05:08 - Ian defends Meta's strategic decisions 06:05 - Insider insights on the market's reaction to Meta's earnings 07:38 - Discussion on Meta's financial guidance and its implications #MarketMondays #Meta #TechInvesting #StockMarket #ArtificialIntelligence #Metaverse #FinancialAnalysis #EarningsReport #MarketCap #InvestmentStrategy #TechNews Explore the depth of tech investing and get critical insights into where companies like Meta are heading amidst technological evolution and market fluctuations. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon to stay updated with Market Mondays for more insightful financial discussions. Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp : betterhelp.com/EARNYOURLEISURE * Check out Kajabi: kajabi.com/EARN * Check out Monarch Money: monarchmoney.com/LEISURE * Check out ShipStation: https://www.shipstation.com/EARN * Check out Yahoo Finance: finance.yahoo.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy