Souders Financial Advisors grew its holdings in shares of Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ:NFLX – Free Report) by 834.0% in the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund owned 15,206 shares of the Internet television network’s stock after acquiring an additional 13,578 shares during the quarter. Souders Financial Advisors’ holdings in Netflix were worth $1,426,000 at the end of the most recent quarter.
Several other institutional investors also recently modified their holdings of the stock. First Financial Corp IN lifted its position 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 purchasing an additional 243 shares during the last quarter. DiNuzzo Private Wealth Inc. increased its holdings in shares of Netflix by 885.2% in the 4th 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 last quarter. Turning Point Benefit Group Inc. raised its position in shares of Netflix by 13,400.0% during the 4th quarter. Turning Point Benefit Group Inc. now owns 270 shares of the Internet television network’s stock valued at $25,000 after buying an additional 268 shares in the last quarter. Imprint Wealth LLC purchased a new stake in shares of Netflix during the 3rd quarter valued at $25,000. Finally, MB Levis & Associates LLC lifted its holdings in shares of Netflix by 177.8% during the 4th quarter. MB Levis & Associates LLC now owns 300 shares of the Internet television network’s stock worth $28,000 after acquiring an additional 192 shares during the last quarter. 80.93% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors.
Netflix Stock Down 1.7%
Shares of NASDAQ:NFLX opened at $92.06 on Friday. The stock’s 50-day moving average price is $94.81 and its 200-day moving average price is $96.77. Netflix, Inc. has a 12-month low of $75.01 and a 12-month high of $134.12. The stock has a market capitalization of $387.65 billion, a P/E ratio of 29.74, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 1.18 and a beta of 1.55. The company has a current ratio of 1.41, a quick ratio of 1.41 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.43.
Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth
A number of research analysts recently commented on NFLX shares. Weiss Ratings cut Netflix from a “buy (b-)” rating to a “hold (c+)” rating in a research note on Thursday, January 22nd. Needham & Company LLC reaffirmed a “buy” rating on shares of Netflix in a research note on Friday, April 17th. Barclays set a $110.00 price objective on Netflix and gave the stock an “equal weight” rating in a report on Friday, April 17th. JPMorgan Chase & Co. reissued a “buy” rating on shares of Netflix in a report on Wednesday, April 22nd. Finally, China Renaissance boosted their target price on Netflix from $90.00 to $100.00 and gave the stock a “hold” rating in a research report on Friday, April 17th. Two analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, thirty-four have issued a Buy rating and fifteen have given a Hold rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat, the company presently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $114.82.
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Insider Transactions at Netflix
In related news, insider David A. Hyman sold 5,727 shares of Netflix stock in a transaction on Monday, February 9th. The shares were sold at an average price of $81.06, for a total value of $464,230.62. Following the transaction, the insider directly owned 316,100 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $25,623,066. The trade was a 1.78% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available through this link. Also, Director Reed Hastings sold 420,550 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction on Wednesday, April 1st. The shares were sold at an average price of $95.49, for a total transaction of $40,158,319.50. Following the sale, the director owned 3,940 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $376,230.60. This represents a 99.07% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The SEC filing for this sale provides additional information. The transaction was executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. In the last ninety days, insiders have sold 1,382,013 shares of company stock valued at $127,482,296. Insiders own 1.37% of the company’s stock.
Netflix News Roundup
Here are the key news stories impacting Netflix this week:
- Positive Sentiment: Board authorized a large $25 billion share?repurchase capacity, boosting optionality to reduce float and support the stock. Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) Expands Buyback Capacity with New $25B Authorization
- Positive Sentiment: Netflix is pushing mobile engagement with a TikTok?style vertical “Clips” feed to increase viewing frequency and discovery on phones — a strategic product move to broaden usage. Netflix wants you to watch ‘Clips,’ its TikTok-like vertical video feed
- Positive Sentiment: TV/market commentators and some TV?trade segments are still listing NFLX among buy/long ideas, keeping some investor interest intact. Netflix, Cisco, Zoom And A Health Care Stock On CNBC’s ‘Final Trades’
- Neutral Sentiment: Analysts modestly raised forward EPS estimates (Erste Group nudged FY2026/FY2027 numbers slightly), but ratings remain mixed — small upside to estimates rather than a broad upgrade. Erste Group raises Netflix EPS estimates (MarketBeat summary)
- Neutral Sentiment: Investor attention metrics and media writeups (Zacks) show heightened interest — more eyeballs can amplify moves but don’t guarantee direction. Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know
- Negative Sentiment: Market reaction remains focused on the company’s conservative near?term guidance (Q2 EPS guidance lower than some expected), which prompted profit?taking despite the Q1 EPS beat. That guidance is a principal reason for downward pressure. Why Is Netflix Stock Falling, and is it a Generational Buying Opportunity?
- Negative Sentiment: Shareholder activism and governance scrutiny have returned to the headlines, adding uncertainty around strategic choices and valuation — a potential headwind for sentiment until resolved. Netflix Shareholder Activism Puts Governance And Valuation In Focus
Netflix Company 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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