WHY DID NETFLIX'S SHARE PRICE TUMBLE OVER 6.5 PC? ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW

Netflix shares witnessed a decline on Friday following the company's unexpected decision to cease sharing subscriber additions and average revenue per member starting from 2025. This move has sparked apprehension among investors regarding the possibility of growth plateauing in key markets for the streaming giant.

According to the Reuters report, the withholding of vital metrics, which have long influenced market sentiment, coincides with projections from Wall Street analysts indicating a potential saturation of subscriber growth for Netflix in North America and Europe.

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Russ Mould, investment director at AJ Bell, emphasised the significance of transparency for investors, highlighting that the market has historically assessed Netflix based on its subscriber performance since its inception on the stock market. Mould remarked that the decision to conceal these metrics arrives at a juncture when doubts regarding Netflix's maturity in various regions are prevalent.

The report added that despite adding new customers in the first quarter, Netflix's second-quarter revenue forecast fell short of market expectations, contributing to the downturn in investor confidence. The decision not to disclose subscriber additions and average revenue per member from the first quarter of 2025 further exacerbated concerns about the company's growth potential.

Brandon Katz, an entertainment industry strategist for Parrot Analytics, noted that while Netflix maintains an unparalleled market share, the decision raises uncertainties regarding the company's growth ceiling within the current competitive landscape.

Netflix's stock experienced a significant decline of 6.5 per cent in early trading, with its market valuation anticipated to drop by over USD 17 billion to approximately USD 247 billion if losses persist. This downturn also exerted downward pressure on the shares of industry peers Roku and Walt Disney.

The cessation of reporting crucial metrics by technology companies such as Meta's Facebook and social platform X, as growth slows, has become a trend observed in the industry. For Netflix, investors are now scrutinizing the sustainability of its paid sharing initiatives, with the removal of key metrics further fueling debate among analysts.

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Despite the challenges, Wedbush analyst Alicia Reese remains optimistic about Netflix's position in the market, asserting that competitors are unlikely to replicate its business model due to its significant advantage.

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