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Instant Reaction: Netflix Posts Record Quarter
Jan 21, 2025
Netflix achieved its largest quarterly subscriber gain ever, adding 18.9 million customers thanks to live sports and the return of fan favorites like Squid Game. This surge brought its total subscribers to over 300 million, doubling Wall Street's expectations. The podcast delves into Netflix's competitive advantage in the streaming industry, particularly against rivals like Disney. It also highlights the impact of live events like WWE on subscriber growth and discusses the company's shift towards focusing on revenue and operational performance metrics.
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- Netflix achieved a record subscriber gain of 18.9 million in Q4 2024, significantly surpassing Wall Street expectations mainly due to live sports.
- The company's strategic focus on high-profile live events and diverse content aims to mitigate subscriber churn and maintain engagement.
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