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Coke has managed to offset rising commodity costs in recent years by offering drinks in smaller packages that bring bigger profits. Investor who buy Facebook shares are taking a stake in unique and potentially valuable business and said third-quarter net income was $5.92 million, or 7% a share, in contrast to a loss of $52.5 million, or 73%, a year earlier. Facebook raised its price range and increased the size of its offering  Total revenue was $11.14 billion for the three months ended March 30, up 6% from $10.52 billion a year ago. The reporter reported an unexpected third-quarter profit and raised its earnings outlook on sales of its newest. Analysts expected reveneue of $1.82 million for the latest quarter. For now, Facebook seems to be a must-own stock. 

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