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Meta (Nasdaq: META) has officially introduced its AI-powered virtual assistant, Meta AI, to the European Union. This launch, however, comes with certain restrictions compared to the features available in the United States.

In the EU, users will not have access to functionalities such as image generation and stylistic selfies due to regulatory constraints. The assistant is integrated across Meta’s platforms, including a significant extension to WhatsApp in the U.K., broadening its availability beyond Facebook, Instagram, and Ray-Ban Meta glasses.

Meta Under EU Scrutiny Concerning User Data and Privacy

Meta is under scrutiny from European privacy authorities concerning the use of user data for training its AI models. The Irish Data Protection Commission has raised concerns, prompting Meta to halt its plans to use EU user data for AI training. Consequently, the current EU version of Meta AI does not utilize local user data, sidestepping the need for user consent.

Initially, the assistant will offer an “intelligent chat function” in six European languages and will be available in both individual and group chats across Meta’s applications.

The regulatory landscape in Europe remains a significant hurdle for Meta as it navigates privacy laws to ensure compliance while expanding its AI offerings.
 

META Stock Brief

Meta’s stock has experienced notable movement with a current price of $604.36, as of March 20, 2025. The stock opened at $582.755 and reached a day high of $606.44, reflecting investor interest following recent announcements.

The stock’s 52-week range spans from a low of $414.5 to a high of $740.91, indicating significant volatility over the past year. Meta’s market capitalization stands at approximately $1.53 trillion, with a strong buy recommendation from analysts. The company’s financial metrics, including a trailing P/E ratio of 25.30 and a forward P/E ratio of 23.89, suggest a robust financial position and positive investor sentiment.

Analysts have set a target high price of $935.0 for Meta, with a target mean price of $765.0731, indicating potential growth opportunities. The recommendation mean of 1.49206 underscores a strong buy sentiment among analysts.
In recent trading sessions, Meta’s stock has shown varied performance. Earlier in the month, the stock hit a peak of $619.01 on March 12, 2025, before experiencing fluctuations.

Meta’s total revenue is reported at $164.5 billion, with a dividend yield of 0.36%. The company’s financial health is further supported by a quick ratio of 2.822 and a current ratio of 2.978, highlighting its ability to meet short-term obligations. Despite regulatory challenges in Europe, Meta’s financial outlook remains positive, with investors optimistic about its strategic expansions and AI innovations.

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