Zuckerberg’s high-profile political engagements introduce risks: shorts are betting on ad weakness (projected 5% growth slowdown in 2025) and out-of-control AI/metaverse spending, which consumed $15 billion in 2023 with no profitability. Historical corrections in growth stocks (e.g., 2018’s 20% drop) suggest Meta could face significant downside if investor sentiment shifts, warranting a pause.



