Meta (META) Considers Cloud Computing After Increased AI Spending

Meta's CEO Mark Zuckerberg indicated on Wednesday that the company could explore entering the cloud computing market if it encounters excess capacity in its data centers. Currently, Meta does not have a dedicated cloud infrastructure, unlike its four major competitors. Additionally, Meta increased its 2026 AI capital expenditure guidance to between $125 billion and $145 billion. Despite reporting better-than-expected first-quarter earnings, Meta's shares fell 7%, reflecting investor concerns over high AI spending and future profitability.