Diversify Wealth Management LLC lifted its stake in Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ:NFLX – Free Report) by 125.5% in the 1st quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm owned 95,890 shares of the Internet television network’s stock after buying an additional 53,370 shares during the period. Diversify Wealth Management LLC’s holdings in Netflix were worth $8,833,000 as of its most recent SEC filing.
Other large investors have also modified their holdings of the company. First Financial Corp IN boosted its holdings in Netflix by 900.0% in the 4th quarter. First Financial Corp IN now owns 270 shares of the Internet television network’s stock worth $25,000 after acquiring an additional 243 shares during the period. DiNuzzo Private Wealth Inc. raised its stake in shares of Netflix by 885.2% during the fourth quarter. DiNuzzo Private Wealth Inc. now owns 266 shares of the Internet television network’s stock valued at $25,000 after purchasing an additional 239 shares during the period. Turning Point Benefit Group Inc. raised its stake in shares of 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 valued at $25,000 after purchasing an additional 268 shares during the period. Imprint Wealth LLC acquired a new position in shares of Netflix during the third quarter worth $25,000. Finally, Cornerstone Financial Management LLC acquired a new position in shares of Netflix during the fourth quarter worth $26,000. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 80.93% of the company’s stock.
Netflix Price Performance
Shares of NASDAQ:NFLX opened at $73.37 on Monday. The firm has a market cap of $308.95 billion, a PE ratio of 23.70, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 0.93 and a beta of 1.52. The company has a fifty day simple moving average of $81.78 and a 200 day simple moving average of $87.59. The company has a current ratio of 1.41, a quick ratio of 1.41 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.43. Netflix, Inc. has a 12-month low of $70.86 and a 12-month high of $127.75.
Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades
NFLX has been the subject of a number of recent analyst reports. Citizens Jmp reaffirmed a “market perform” rating on shares of Netflix in a report on Wednesday, April 15th. China Renaissance boosted their price objective on shares of Netflix from $90.00 to $100.00 and gave the stock a “hold” rating in a report on Friday, April 17th. Guggenheim reissued a “buy” rating and issued a $120.00 price objective on shares of Netflix in a research report on Friday, May 15th. Bank of America reissued a “buy” rating and issued a $125.00 price objective on shares of Netflix in a research report on Monday, May 18th. Finally, Oppenheimer set a $120.00 target price on Netflix and gave the company an “outperform” rating in a research note on Friday, April 17th. Two equities research analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, thirty-four have given a Buy rating, fifteen have assigned a Hold rating and one has assigned a Sell rating to the stock. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the stock has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $113.65.
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Insider Buying and Selling at Netflix
In related news, Director Bradford L. Smith sold 35,990 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction dated Wednesday, June 17th. The stock was sold at an average price of $77.52, for a total value of $2,789,944.80. Following the completion of the sale, the director directly owned 79,690 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $6,177,568.80. The trade was a 31.11% 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. The transaction was executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. Also, CFO Spencer Adam Neumann sold 9,253 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Thursday, May 7th. The shares were sold at an average price of $88.95, for a total value of $823,054.35. Following the sale, the chief financial officer owned 73,787 shares in the company, valued at $6,563,353.65. The trade was a 11.14% decrease in their position. Additional details regarding this sale are available in the official SEC disclosure. In the last ninety days, insiders have sold 899,839 shares of company stock valued at $80,141,661. Corporate insiders own 1.24% of the company’s stock.
Key Stories Impacting Netflix
Here are the key news stories impacting Netflix this week:
- Positive Sentiment: Some investors see Netflix’s valuation and long-term operating momentum as attractive ahead of earnings, with articles arguing the stock may be a buy before the July 16 report as the company still has strong financial execution. Here Is the Main Reason to Buy Netflix Before July 16
- Positive Sentiment: Several analysts and market commentators remain constructive, saying the recent pullback may have gone too far and that Netflix could still surprise positively on earnings if subscriber trends and margins hold up. Netflix (NFLX) Bears Have Gone Too Far Ahead of Q2
- Neutral Sentiment: Netflix remains a heavily watched stock ahead of earnings, with option traders positioning for a larger move around the July 16 report. 3 Options Strategies for Netflix Earnings Next Week
- Negative Sentiment: Reports that Netflix is considering live TV channels and bundling third-party services suggest management is worried about slowing engagement, raising concerns that growth is becoming harder to sustain. Netflix Is Exploring Live TV and Bundles as It Struggles to Keep Viewers Hooked
- Negative Sentiment: Investors are reacting to signs that viewer retention may be weakening, and the strategic pivot toward live programming is being interpreted as a response to competitive and engagement pressures. Netflix Weighs Live TV Push
- Negative Sentiment: Commentary ahead of earnings says Netflix has been in a funk for nearly a year, with the stock still facing investor concern over slowing engagement and the need for a new growth catalyst. Should You Buy Netflix Stock Before July 16? Here’s My Honest Answer
About Netflix
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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