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Meta Sheds Billions as $1.4 Trillion Trial Opens

Aug 17, 2026 · 02:12 PM ET· updated 45m ago
Meta Sheds Billions as $1.4 Trillion Trial Opens

Meta stock drops as a federal trial began over its alleged role in causing social media addiction and violating child privacy laws.

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Meta's stock price fell because a court case started where people say the company hurt kids and made social media too addictive. When big lawsuits happen, investors (people who own company pieces) get worried about what it might cost the company.

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