Is the metaverse a good investment?

There's no simple answer to this question. The metaverse is expected to grow over the long term, creating opportunities for a handful of companies. But as with all growth trends, not all companies currently investing in the metaverse will succeed and reward shareholders with strong stock returns.

Does Warren Buffett have Meta stock?

Neither Warren Buffett nor Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK.A)(NYSE: BRK.B) have ever owned Meta stock.

What will the metaverse be in five years?

Third-party research groups predict immense growth for the metaverse over the next five years, which is exciting. That said, investors should keep in mind that the metaverse hasn't grown as big or fast as the pundits predicted several years ago, so current forecasts should be taken with a grain of salt.

Do metaverse stocks pay dividends?

Some metaverse stocks pay dividends, including Meta Platforms, which began paying a dividend in 2024.

Can I invest in the metaverse through ETFs?

Yes, people can invest in the metaverse through various ETFs. The largest is the Roundhill Ball Metaverse ETF (NYSEMKT: METV)

What qualifies a company as a metaverse stock?

A metaverse stock is open to interpretation. But companies pursuing ways to generate metaverse revenue -- whether through hardware, software, or other means -- should be considered among metaverse stocks.

How can investors reduce risk when investing in the metaverse?

Investors looking to reduce risk when investing in the metaverse might consider Motley Fool investing principles. The principles are designed with risk mitigation in mind. For example, investors can reduce risk by investing in at least 25 companies when building a stock portfolio. Investors with diversified portfolios enjoy greater safety than those who concentrate on a single metaverse stock. Moreover, investing for the long term also reduces risk. Stocks can be volatile in the short run, and the metaverse needs time to gain traction. Investing in metaverse stocks with a five-year or longer time horizon could be less risky than investing only for the near term.

5 Best Metaverse Stocks in 2026

5 Best Metaverse Stocks in 2026 and How to Invest

By Kristi Waterworth – Updated Aug 26, 2026 at 3:56 PM EST | Fact-checked by Parker Hicks

Key Points

Metaverse stocks, still in early stages, offer long-term investment opportunities.
Companies with existing profitable businesses are considered safer metaverse investments.
Investors should assess personal risk tolerance and investment goals when choosing stocks.

Metaverse stocks aim to generate revenue from the metaverse -- a shared, digital environment that blends virtual experiences with the real world. In theory, it enables people to work, socialize, shop, and play inside immersive digital spaces.

In practice, the metaverse is still taking shape. Today's versions are fragmented and limited, closer to early internet experiments than a fully realized platform. That's important for investors: Expectations should be long-term, not immediate.

The upside? Because development is still early, investors have time to position thoughtfully rather than chase hype.

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A virtual road leads to a planet with the word metaverse in front of it. — Source:Getty Images.

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5 top metaverse stocks for 2026

It may be many years before the metaverse exists in its fullest form. So, the best metaverse stocks to buy today aren't entirely dependent on the metaverse; they already have thriving businesses outside the metaverse trend.

The right metaverse stock is subjective because investing is personal. Some investors are looking for the safest metaverse stock. This will likely be a metaverse stock with a proven profitable growth engine.

Other investors might look for the metaverse stock with the greatest upside potential over the next decade. This could, in theory, be a stock an investor seeking safety would avoid.

The point is that there isn't a right or wrong metaverse stock. There's risk to investing in any stock. And every investor will need to personally assess the risks before investing.

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Ticker Information Table
Company name	Company ticker	Market capMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.	Dividend yield	Industry
Meta Platforms	NASDAQ:META	$1.5 trillion	0.37%	Interactive Media and Services
Roblox	NYSE:RBLX	$27.3 billion	0.00%	Entertainment
Cloudflare	NYSE:NET	$109.8 billion	0.00%	IT Services
Unity Software	NYSE:U	$19.1 billion	0.00%	Software
Nvidia	NASDAQ:NVDA	$5.5 trillion	0.12%	Semiconductors and Semiconductor Equipment

Data as of Aug 28, 2026. Showing 5 of 5 total entries.

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1. Meta

Formally known as Facebook, Meta Platforms is spending more on the metaverse concept than any other company in the world. Most of the company's revenue comes from ads on the Facebook and Instagram apps.

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NASDAQ: META

Meta Platforms

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However, Meta Platforms has another business unit, Reality Labs, which sells hardware devices and VR content. Its Oculus VR headsets have collectively sold more than any other on the market, making Meta a top stock for immersive hardware.

The company is also investing billions of dollars annually to advance VR and AR applications -- more than most other metaverse companies could dream of. If there's a future in the metaverse, Meta will likely play an important part.

2. Roblox

Roblox (RBLX +1.57%) is already a go-to virtual world that could be an early-stage version of a metaverse platform. Musicians and celebrities host live events on Roblox, signaling that they are gaining some form of mainstream appeal.

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In the past, the platform primarily resonated with U.S. users younger than 13. But it's developed into a global company with an increasingly expanded set of older users. The metaverse will likely have multiple interactive platform destinations. However, with approximately than 123 million daily active users already, Roblox has a big head start.

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3. Cloudflare

Cloudflare (NET +8.19%) is a global content delivery network (CDN) that physically positions internet content closer to users in more than 330 cities. The proximity speeds up connections, and the company's cybersecurity solutions can make them more secure, as well. Both are useful to the concept of the metaverse.

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Cloudflare believes that web3 could be the future of the metaverse -- decentralized metaverse applications will use blockchain technologies. The company has invested in becoming a gateway for the Ethereum (ETH -1.59%) ecosystem, allowing developers to build applications without running the underlying infrastructure.

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Artificial Intelligence

Artificial intelligence is the use of machines to mimic human intelligence.

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4. Unity

Unity Software (U -2.00%) is a leader in the 3D software space. Over 70% of the top 1000 mobile games currently on the market utilize Unity as their graphics engine. The company's products are popular among developers, and it's reasonable to expect it to create a lot of 3D content for the metaverse.

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It's also reasonable to believe the company can take market share from competitors due to its unique value proposition. Consider that two of its subscription tiers -- Unity Personal and Unity Student -- are free to start. This familiarizes content creators with Unity's software. And as these creators find financial success, they'll likely become paying Unity customers.

5. Nvidia

Tech giant Nvidia (NVDA +8.74%) addresses many big metaverse needs, including 3D content creation, powerful graphics rendering, AI, and more, making it a top metaverse stock as well. Its graphics processing units (GPUs) have long been used in the video game space and are now widely used to power AI models.

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NASDAQ: NVDA

Nvidia

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$220.90 - $230.47

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Gross Margin

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Beyond hardware, the company has software with applications in creating digital worlds and 3D content. Given its stellar stock market performance in recent years, Nvidia is quickly becoming a household name and still has significant potential in the metaverse trend.

How to invest in metaverse stocks

Open your brokerage app: Log in to your brokerage account where you handle your investments. If you don't have one yet, take a look at our favorite brokers and trading platforms to find the right one for you.
Search for the stock: Enter the ticker or company name into the search bar to bring up the stock's trading page.
Decide how many shares to buy: Consider your investment goals and how much of your portfolio you want to allocate to this stock.
Select order type: Choose between a market order to buy at the current price or a limit order to specify the maximum price you're willing to pay.
Submit your order: Confirm the details and submit your buy order.
Review your purchase: Check your portfolio to ensure your order was filled as expected and adjust your investment strategy accordingly

Benefits and risks of investing in metaverse stocks

As with any investment, there will be pros and cons to adding these specific stocks to a portfolio. Consider the following before putting a buy order in:

Pros

A potentially transformative trend: The world forever changed when every household got a computer. It changed again when everyone got connected to the internet. Similarly, the metaverse could be a transformative trend. Imagine a world in which, every day, everyone donned metaverse hardware devices, logged on, and connected. The world would change in many ways, creating numerous lucrative investment opportunities.
An early-stage opportunity: It's fun to make an early investment in an exciting trend, and the metaverse is certainly a long way off from its potential. Moreover, investors can invest smaller sums in the most promising ideas when a trend is in its early stages. When the growth potential is substantial, even a modest investment can become consequential over time.

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Cons

Questionable profitability: How will the metaverse be monetized, and which companies have the clearest path to profits? Those questions are hard to answer right now. If any company were to profit from the trend, it would seem to be Meta Platforms. However, the company has racked up billions of dollars in losses from its metaverse ambitions so far, and the situation hasn't materially improved.
Waning interest: Meta Platforms plans to cut spending on its metaverse platform and shift its investments to virtual reality devices. This company was so committed to the concept that it changed its name to reflect its focus. But if even Meta Platforms is starting to lose some of its zeal, perhaps the metaverse trend will never materialize as many people had hoped.
No guarantee of longevity: Although some consider the metaverse is a beautiful dream, the platforms that host it have no guarantee of longevity. They could last for 20 years, or they could fold tomorrow, jeopardizing investments in particular platforms or technologies that support them.

Methodology: How these stocks were chosen

The stocks listed above represent a smattering of different industries that are collaborating on building and protecting the future of the metaverse. They're representative of what's available in the market, but not every company is involved in this potentially transformative innovation.

The bottom line

Many market researchers still forecast substantial long-term growth for the metaverse, even though investor enthusiasm has cooled considerably. While investors should always take third-party research with a grain of salt, there are still reasons to believe the metaverse could be valuable.

Specifically, metaverse platforms need to be detailed and expansive to truly attract users. These are cumbersome to create manually. But the advent and improvements of generative AI are making it easier to create digital content. In short, generative AI could lead to better metaverse content, potentially catalyzing adoption.

Metaverse hardware devices have improved in recent years, and it's reasonable to expect further meaningful advances. This, coupled with better content, could finally attract a critical mass of metaverse adopters, providing a glimmer of hope for the metaverse.

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FAQ on investing in metaverse stocks

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About the Author

Kristi Waterworth has been a contributing real estate and financial expert at The Motley Fool, covering real estate, investing, and personal finance topics, since 2020. Kristi has been interviewed by various TV media outlets and podcasts for her real estate investing expertise – from residential real estate to digital real estate and everything in between. Kristi’s journalist career spans over 25 years, and she has written about real estate investing, homeownership, and home construction specifically for the last decade. She was also previously a licensed Realtor and general building contractor before the Great Recession and housing market collapse. She holds a bachelor’s degree in American history from Columbia College in Missouri.

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Kristi Waterworth has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Cloudflare, Ethereum, Meta Platforms, Nvidia, Roblox, and Unity Software. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

5 Best Metaverse Stocks in 2026 and How to Invest

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5 top metaverse stocks for 2026

1. Meta

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2. Roblox

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3. Cloudflare

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4. Unity

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5. Nvidia

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How to invest in metaverse stocks

Benefits and risks of investing in metaverse stocks

Pros

Cons

Methodology: How these stocks were chosen

The bottom line

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