I’m a retired Wall Street PM specializing in TMT; since kickstarting my career, I’ve spent over two decades in the market navigating the technology landscape, focusing on risk mitigation through the dot com bubble, credit default of ‘08, and, more recently, with the AI boom. In one word, what I’d like my service to revolve around is momentum.Analyst’s Disclosure: I/we have no stock, option or similar derivative position in any of the companies mentioned, and no plans to initiate any such positions within th ...

Video streaming giant Netflix (NFLX -0.58%) recently reported a blowout fourth quarter thanks to strong subscriber growth, proving the company can continue to lead a saturated streaming market. The stock surged roughly 10% immediately following the news, and Netflix now has a nearly $415 billion market cap.Obviously, shareholders love to see a company beat earnings, and analysts were impressed by the performance with one calling it a "near flawless" quarter. However, beyond the headline numbers, co-CEOs Ted ...

Financial Position - As of December 31, 2024, the company had $15.7 billion in aggregate principal amount of senior notes outstanding and $6.2 billion in total content liabilities[84]. - The company has a $3 billion unsecured revolving credit facility, which has not been utilized as of December 31, 2024[84]. - As of December 31, 2024, the company had $15.7 billion in debt, consisting of fixed-rate unsecured debt due between 2025 and 2054[176]. - The company’s short-term investments are primarily in government securities, which are classified as available-for-sale and recorded at fair value[175]. Debt and Capital Risks - The company faces risks related to its substantial indebtedness and obligations, which may limit its ability to generate sufficient cash to service its debt[83]. - The company may seek additional capital through equity or debt securities, which could result in stockholder dilution[81]. Operational Risks - The company is subject to various international operational risks, including compliance with local laws and economic instability[85]. - The company has significant content commitments that are largely fixed costs, which may adversely impact margins if business performance does not meet expectations[80]. - The company relies on key employees, and high turnover could disrupt operations and adversely affect results[91]. - The company is subject to tax risks in multiple jurisdictions, which may lead to increased tax obligations if laws change[90]. Currency and Foreign Exchange Risks - The company is exposed to fluctuations in currency exchange rates, which could impact revenues and expenses of its international operations[86]. - 56% of the company's revenue and 29% of operating expenses for the year ended December 31, 2024, were denominated in currencies other than the U.S. dollar[177]. - The unfavorable foreign exchange rate impact for the year ended December 31, 2024, was approximately $1,424 million, primarily due to the devaluation of the Argentine peso[178]. - If the U.S. dollar weakened by 10%, the amount recorded in accumulated other comprehensive income (AOCI) related to foreign exchange contracts would have been approximately $1.9 billion lower as of December 31, 2024[179]. - The company began entering into foreign exchange forward contracts to mitigate foreign exchange risk on intercompany transactions and monetary assets and liabilities not denominated in functional currencies[182]. - A hypothetical adverse change in exchange rates of 10% would have resulted in income before income taxes being approximately $38 million lower as of December 31, 2024, compared to $516 million lower as of December 31, 2023[182]. Market and Interest Rate Risks - The company’s stock price is volatile and may be affected by various factors, including market conditions and competition[95]. - Changes in interest rates could adversely affect the market value of the company's securities[175]. - The fair value of the company's debt will fluctuate with movements of interest rates and foreign currency rates[176]. - The company uses non-derivative instruments to mitigate foreign exchange risk related to net investments in certain foreign subsidiaries[181].

Netflix (NFLX -1.10%) is raising monthly prices for its subscriptions, which could be great news for investors.*Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of Jan. 24, 2025. The video was published on Jan. 26, 2025. ...

Have you evaluated the performance of Netflix's (NFLX) international operations during the quarter that concluded in December 2024? Considering the extensive worldwide presence of this internet video service, analyzing the patterns in international revenues is crucial for understanding its financial resilience and potential for growth.In today's increasingly interconnected global economy, a company's ability to tap into international markets can be a pivotal factor in shaping its overall financial health an ...

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High-quality companies create a lot of value over the long term. Sometimes, that means their stock price soars into the hundreds or even thousands of dollars, which can make it difficult for retail investors to buy in.Companies can rectify that with a stock split, which increases the number of shares in circulation and proportionately reduces the price per share. For example, a 10-for-1 split would increase the company's share count 10-fold, and reduce its price per share to one-tenth of what it was previou ...

Investors will definitely have a hard time finding many companies that have generated stronger returns than Netflix (NFLX -0.74%) has. In the past decade, the stock price has catapulted 1,500% higher. Impressive financial results have kept the momentum going in recent times.As of this writing, shares of Netflix trade at all-time highs. But should you still buy this top streaming service stock while it's below $1,000?First-mover advantageAfter adding a record 18.9 million net-new subscribers in the three-mon ...

Netflix (NFLX -0.74%) dazzled investors with its Q4 2024 earnings report on Jan. 21. The streaming leader blew past expectations for subscriber growth, posting record additions of 18.9 million, well above the analyst consensus of 9.8 million. Subscriber growth was also broad-based with the company adding at least 4 million subscribers in all four of its regions, showing its popularity around the world.Growth was driven by content, including Netflix's successful experiment with live events like the Jake Paul ...

Company Overview - Netflix Inc (NASDAQ: NFLX) is an American subscription video-on-demand over-the-top streaming service company [1] - The company distributes both acquired and originally produced movies and shows [1] - Netflix serves customers across nearly 200 countries and is headquartered in Los Angeles [1] Analyst Background - The analyst follows a GARP (Growth at a Reasonable Price) approach and a Value Investing approach when analyzing stocks and ETFs [1] - The analysis approach varies depending on the industry and the stage of the business cycle [1]