Netflix

Netflix is a global streaming service that offers a wide range of TV shows, movies, documentaries, and original content to its subscribers for a monthly fee. Founded in 1997, the company has grown to become a major player in the entertainment industry, with over 200 million subscribers in more than 190 countries. The company is led by co-CEOs Ted Sarandos and Greg Peters and operates through several divisions, including content acquisition, production, and distribution. Netflix's competitors include other streaming services such as Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, and Hulu.

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What’s Missing From Netflix’s Results

By Martin Peers · Jul 18, 2025 3:00pm PDT

Imagine buying a house from someone who refused to show you the interior. The roof might be leaking, but the sellers don’t want you to know. That’s what it’s like buying shares in many of the biggest tech companies, which refuse to disclose key details about their business. More strikingly, many of these companies—such as Netflix and Apple—... Imagine buying a house from someone who refused to show you the interior. The roof might be...

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Netflix’s Podcasting Challenge

By Kaya Yurieff · Jul 17, 2025 3:46pm PDT

Earlier this year, Netflix made headlines and stirred excitement among talent agents when co-CEO Ted Sarandos said video podcasts would likely start showing up on the streaming giant. Sarandos had framed the development as inevitable for Netflix, given the growing popularity of talk-show-like programming and the blurring lines between talk... Earlier this year, Netflix made headlines and stirred excitement among talent agents when co-CEO...

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Netflix Is Becoming What It Replaced: Live TV

By Sahil Patel · Jun 18, 2025 5:00pm PDT

Before we get into this evening’s briefing, check out Kalley and Cory’s late-breaking scoop today about Meta Platforms’ latest efforts to boost its artificial intelligence efforts. We reported that the company is holding advanced talks with Nat Friedman and Daniel Gross, two prominent investors, about joining Meta. Meta is also discussing... Before we get into this evening’s briefing, check out Kalley and Cory’s late-breaking scoop today...

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How Netflix Is Winning Over YouTubers

By Kaya Yurieff and Sahil Patel · May 23, 2025 6:00am PDT

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How Netflix Is Winning Over YouTubers

By Kaya Yurieff and Sahil Patel · May 23, 2025 6:00am PDT

Hollywood used to shrug off social media influencers. But in the last year, five big streaming services, including Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and Hulu, between them have announced or released more than 25 new shows featuring creators, ranging from reality TV series to scripted comedies to licensing deals. And streaming services hope to strike... Hollywood used to shrug off social media influencers. But in the last year, five big streaming...

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Disney's Sports Advantage Over Netflix

By Martin Peers · May 7, 2025 5:00pm PDT

Television advertising is becoming a one-trick pony—it’s all about sports. Check out Walt Disney Co.’s March-quarter results, released Wednesday. Ad revenue from its sports TV and streaming businesses rose 22%, due to staggering growth at ESPN’s U.S. business. “Live sports, as you know, is doing extremely well,” said Chief Financial... Television advertising is becoming a one-trick pony—it’s all about sports. Check out Walt...

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The NFL Loves Netflix. But Does Netflix Want to Love the NFL?

By Sahil Patel · Apr 25, 2025 9:03am PDT

A couple weeks ago, a steady stream of media and sports heavyweights could be found at the white-marbled Breakers hotel in Palm Beach, Fla., where the NFL was hosting its annual owners’ meetings. The conclave is a big deal for the league—an occasion for it to hash out its multibillion dollar business deals and discuss what the future may... A couple weeks ago, a steady stream of media and sports heavyweights could be found at the...

Netflix Defies Big Tech Pessimism

Netflix Defies Big Tech Pessimism

By Akash Pasricha · Apr 25, 2025 8:00am PDT

Here’s a statistic that sums up how gloomy The Information’s readers are feeling about big tech companies right now: Sentiment scores comparing the proportion of optimists and pessimists for 11 of the 14 companies we track are the most negative we’ve seen since we started our surveys in February 2023. That includes particularly bleak readings... Here’s a statistic that sums up how gloomy The Information’s readers are feeling about big tech...

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Microsoft and Netflix Are Safe Tech Names in Storm

By Martin Peers · Apr 7, 2025 5:00pm PDT

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Microsoft and Netflix Are Safe Tech Names in Storm

By Martin Peers · Apr 7, 2025 5:00pm PDT

Is your seatbelt still holding? Monday’s ups and downs in the stock market would be enough to give anyone whiplash. The good news, for tech investors at least, is that things weren’t all bad. Quite a few stocks went up, including Nvidia, Amazon, Meta Platforms and Broadcom. The biggest losers included Apple, down 3.7%, and Tesla, down 2.6%,... Is your seatbelt still holding? Monday’s ups and downs in the stock market would be enough to...

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What the NFL and Netflix Could Both Want: An Overseas Super Bowl

By Sara Germano · Feb 1, 2025 5:00am PST

When selecting the venue for next weekend’s Super Bowl between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles, the NFL went with a traditional choice: New Orleans. It’ll be the 11th time the Big Easy has hosted the Big Game, tying it with Miami for hosting the most Super Bowls ever. Recently, however, the world’s richest... When selecting the venue for next weekend’s Super Bowl between the Kansas City Chiefs and...

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Netflix and the NFL Won on Christmas. What About the Fans?

By Sahil Patel · Dec 26, 2024 4:15pm PST

A lot of eyes were on Netflix on Christmas Day—not just to see whether the Kansas City Chiefs could clinch their home-field advantage in the playoffs by beating the Pittsburgh Steelers (they did), or if Beyoncé could put on a Super Bowl–worthy halftime show during a regular-season game in Houston (she did). Those eyes were also scrutinizing the... A lot of eyes were on Netflix on Christmas Day—not just to see whether the Kansas City Chiefs...