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Meta poised to surpass Google in digital ad revenue for first time, report says

Meta’s ad revenue is projected to grow 24.1% in 2026 as advertiser adoption of Advantage+ and new placements on WhatsApp and Threads expand its reach.

  • Meta Platforms is projected to surpass Alphabet's Google in global digital advertising revenue by the end of 2026, reaching $243.46 billion compared to Google's $239.54 billion.
  • Meta's Advantage+ automated ad suite has been gaining strong advertiser adoption due to its ability to streamline campaign setup and enhance return on marketing spend.
  • The social media giant intensified competition in the ad market after launching ads on WhatsApp and Threads, creating direct rivalry with platforms like Elon Musk's X.
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Reuters broke the news in United Kingdom on Monday, April 13, 2026.
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