Netflix (NFLX, $322.74) reports US subscriber decline in Q2; misses global subscriber growth expectations
Netflix reported a loss in its U.S. subscriber count for the quarter ending June. This in its first quarterly decline in domestic subscribers since 2011. The company also missed estimates of worldwide subscriber growth.
The online video streaming giant reported a loss of -126,000 domestic paid subscribers, compared with analysts’ expectations for a 352,000 gain.
Global subscribers of Netflix platform grew by 2.83 million – falling short of analysts' growth expectation of 4.8 million.
Netflix has blamed price hikes behind the lower-than-expected subscriber figures for the quarter. It said that it missed forecasts in mostly those regions that saw price increases in subscription plans
However, the company’s earnings for the quarter came in at 60 cents per share - which is 4 cents ahead of the Street consensus expectations. Total revenues rose +26% to $4.923 billion, largely in-line with analysts' forecasts.
Looking ahead, Netflix said that it expects revenues of $5.25 billion for the third quarter, with global streaming paid additions of 7 million. It expressed optimism for its hit series “Stranger Things” and its latest season, and also expects strong viewership for the new seasons of “The Crown” and “Orange is the New Black”.
NFLX in upward trend: 10-day moving average broke above 50-day moving average on March 04, 2026
The 10-day moving average for NFLX crossed bullishly above the 50-day moving average on March 04, 2026. This indicates that the trend has shifted higher and could be considered a buy signal. In of 15 past instances when the 10-day crossed above the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
Bullish Trend Analysis
The Momentum Indicator moved above the 0 level on February 25, 2026. You may want to consider a long position or call options on NFLX as a result. In of 78 past instances where the momentum indicator moved above 0, the stock continued to climb. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) for NFLX just turned positive on February 20, 2026. Looking at past instances where NFLX's MACD turned positive, the stock continued to rise in of 43 cases over the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
NFLX moved above its 50-day moving average on February 27, 2026 date and that indicates a change from a downward trend to an upward trend.
Following a 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where NFLX advanced for three days, in of 327 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
Bearish Trend Analysis
The 10-day RSI Indicator for NFLX moved out of overbought territory on March 11, 2026. This could be a bearish sign for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 46 similar instances where the indicator moved out of overbought territory. In of the 46 cases, the stock moved lower in the following days. This puts the odds of a move lower at .
The Stochastic Oscillator demonstrated that the ticker has stayed in the overbought zone for 8 days. The longer the ticker stays in the overbought zone, the sooner a price pull-back is expected.
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where NFLX declined for three days, the price rose further in of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
NFLX broke above its upper Bollinger Band on February 27, 2026. This could be a sign that the stock is set to drop as the stock moves back below the upper band and toward the middle band. You may want to consider selling the stock or exploring put options.
The Aroon Indicator for NFLX entered a downward trend on February 26, 2026. This could indicate a strong downward move is ahead for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options.
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating very strong sales and a profitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating steady price growth. NFLX’s price grows at a higher rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating well-balanced risk and returns. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 87, placing this stock slightly better than average.
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to worse than average earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is slightly overvalued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (15.385) is normal, around the industry mean (19.228). P/E Ratio (38.316) is within average values for comparable stocks, (71.629). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (2.021) is also within normal values, averaging (12.714). Dividend Yield (0.000) settles around the average of (0.046) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (9.320) is also within normal values, averaging (60.433).
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