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Netflix Reports Results… And China’s Housing Pains 10/17/24

Oct 17, 2024
Rich Greenfield, a media and tech analyst at Lightshed Partners, dives into Netflix's impressive earnings, highlighting significant subscriber growth and the effectiveness of its ad-supported plans. He discusses competition in the streaming arena and the implications for Netflix's stock. Additionally, Greenfield examines China's recent stimulus efforts, revealing why they're failing to alleviate housing market woes, leaving investors disheartened. The conversation also touches on emerging trends in tech investments and market dynamics.
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  • Netflix exceeded expectations with significant subscriber growth, highlighting the increasing importance of its ad-supported tier for future revenue.
  • China's housing market struggles persisted despite new stimulus efforts, reflecting investors' concerns over the effectiveness of these measures.

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Netflix's Impressive Earnings Report

Netflix has reported a significant jump in its stock value following its Q3 earnings report, where it exceeded both revenue and profit expectations. The company added over five million new subscribers, surpassing initial forecasts, and emphasized an average watch time of two hours per day per membership. With a strong focus on building its advertising revenue, Netflix indicated that over half of new signups came from its ad-supported tier, highlighting the growing importance of this aspect of their business. The company acknowledged challenges related to scaling its ad inventory but expressed optimism about future price hikes and monetization strategies.

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