Smithbridge Asset Management Inc. DE decreased its holdings in shares of Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ:NFLX – Free Report) by 51.0% during the first quarter, according to its most recent filing with the SEC. The firm owned 46,030 shares of the Internet television network’s stock after selling 47,870 shares during the period. Smithbridge Asset Management Inc. DE’s holdings in Netflix were worth $4,426,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period.
Several other large investors have also modified their holdings of the business. First Financial Corp IN increased its holdings in Netflix by 900.0% during the fourth quarter. First Financial Corp IN now owns 270 shares of the Internet television network’s stock valued at $25,000 after buying an additional 243 shares during the period. DiNuzzo Private Wealth Inc. lifted its holdings in Netflix by 885.2% during the fourth quarter. DiNuzzo Private Wealth Inc. now owns 266 shares of the Internet television network’s stock worth $25,000 after buying an additional 239 shares during the period. Turning Point Benefit Group Inc. lifted its holdings in Netflix by 13,400.0% during the fourth quarter. Turning Point Benefit Group Inc. now owns 270 shares of the Internet television network’s stock worth $25,000 after buying an additional 268 shares during the period. Imprint Wealth LLC bought a new stake in Netflix during the 3rd quarter valued at $25,000. Finally, Cornerstone Financial Management LLC bought a new stake in Netflix during the 4th quarter valued at $26,000. Institutional investors own 80.93% of the company’s stock.
Wall Street Analyst Weigh In
Several research analysts have recently commented on NFLX shares. Guggenheim reissued a “buy” rating and issued a $120.00 price target on shares of Netflix in a research report on Friday, May 15th. Piper Sandler reaffirmed an “overweight” rating and set a $115.00 price objective (up from $103.00) on shares of Netflix in a research report on Friday, April 17th. DZ Bank reiterated a “buy” rating on shares of Netflix in a research note on Friday, April 17th. Seaport Research Partners boosted their target price on shares of Netflix from $115.00 to $119.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a report on Friday, April 17th. Finally, Daiwa Securities Group increased their price target on shares of Netflix from $97.00 to $102.00 and gave the company an “outperform” rating in a research report on Thursday, April 23rd. Two investment analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, thirty-three have assigned a Buy rating, sixteen have assigned a Hold rating and one has assigned a Sell rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat.com, Netflix currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $114.26.
Netflix Trading Up 3.9%
Netflix stock opened at $74.19 on Thursday. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.43, a quick ratio of 1.41 and a current ratio of 1.41. The stock has a market cap of $312.40 billion, a PE ratio of 23.96, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 0.91 and a beta of 1.52. The stock has a 50-day moving average of $84.07 and a two-hundred day moving average of $88.49. Netflix, Inc. has a one year low of $70.86 and a one year high of $130.23.
Netflix (NASDAQ:NFLX – Get Free Report) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, April 16th. The Internet television network reported $1.23 earnings per share for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.76 by $0.47. Netflix had a return on equity of 40.92% and a net margin of 28.52%.The business had revenue of $12.25 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $12.17 billion. During the same quarter in the previous year, the firm earned $6.61 earnings per share. The company’s revenue was up 16.2% on a year-over-year basis. Netflix has set its Q2 2026 guidance at 0.780-0.780 EPS. On average, research analysts anticipate that Netflix, Inc. will post 3.6 EPS for the current fiscal year.
Trending Headlines about Netflix
Here are the key news stories impacting Netflix this week:
- Positive Sentiment: Some analysts and market commentators argue Netflix looks deeply undervalued after its sharp pullback, citing a low valuation, record revenue, expanding margins, strong free cash flow, and a large share repurchase program that could support the stock. Netflix Stock Is Near 2021 Levels, and Bulls See 4 Reasons to Care
- Positive Sentiment: Netflix also gained a distribution boost after landing in Charter’s Spectrum App Store, which could make it easier for customers to buy, activate, or upgrade Netflix plans and widen subscriber access. Netflix Lands Spectrum App Store Deal To Widen Streaming Access
- Positive Sentiment: Netflix-related coverage around July streaming lineups highlights upcoming content such as returning titles, which may support engagement and subscriber retention in the near term. Here’s what’s worth streaming in July 2026 on Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max and more
- Neutral Sentiment: Netflix-related entertainment news also noted a renewal for the series Nemesis, which is more of a content update than a meaningful financial catalyst. Netflix’s Nemesis Season 2 Renewal Could Be A Major Win For Los Angeles
- Negative Sentiment: Shares have also been pressured by broader market weakness and investor concern over the recent sell-off, with multiple articles noting NFLX trading near its 52-week low and well below prior highs. Netflix’s ‘Owning Manhattan’ star Ryan Serhant expands real estate empire to Texas in ‘strategic’ move
- Negative Sentiment: News that a filmmaker was sentenced to prison for misusing $11 million of Netflix production funds is negative from a reputational standpoint, though it does not appear to affect current operations directly. Hollywood director jailed for betting Netflix money on crypto
Insider Buying and Selling
In other Netflix news, CFO Spencer Adam Neumann sold 9,253 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Thursday, May 7th. The shares were sold at an average price of $88.95, for a total transaction of $823,054.35. Following the sale, the chief financial officer owned 73,787 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $6,563,353.65. The trade was a 11.14% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available at this link. Also, CEO Gregory K. Peters sold 27,312 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Thursday, May 7th. The shares were sold at an average price of $88.69, for a total transaction of $2,422,301.28. Following the transaction, the chief executive officer owned 120,931 shares in the company, valued at $10,725,370.39. The trade was a 18.42% decrease in their position. Additional details regarding this sale are available in the official SEC disclosure. Insiders sold 899,839 shares of company stock worth $80,141,661 over the last ninety days. Company insiders own 1.24% of the company’s stock.
Netflix Profile
Netflix, Inc (NASDAQ: NFLX) is a global entertainment company that provides subscription-based streaming of films, television series, documentaries and other video content. Founded in 1997 by Reed Hastings and Marc Randolph and headquartered in Los Gatos, California, the company began as a DVD-by-mail rental service and introduced streaming video in 2007. Netflix later expanded into producing and distributing original programming, beginning notable original hits in the 2010s, and now operates a content production and distribution ecosystem alongside its licensing activity.
The company’s primary product is its on-demand streaming service, which can be accessed on a wide range of internet-connected devices and delivered through a suite of apps and web platforms.
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