# Meta Posted Record Sales but Still Had Negative Free Cash Flow. 1 Number Explains Why

- Source: Inc.com
- Published: 2026-10-23T09:00:00+00:00
- Category: Tech
- Original: https://www.inc.com/phil-rosen/meta-earnings-record-sales-negative-free-cash-flow/91423942
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Shares of Meta fell about 7 percent, wiping out roughly $124 billion in market value.

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