Facebook last night reported sales that exceeded analysts’ estimates as the operator of the world’s most popular social-networking service attracted more marketers with new features and mobile-advertising tools.

Google the world’s largest Internet-search company, reported first-quarterprofit that topped analysts’ estimates after demand for its newer services helped fuel growth.

GOOGLE Inc, owner of the world’s most popular search engine, said third-quarter profit increased as businesses spent more on advertising for online consumers.