Netflix, Inc., an Internet television network, engages in the Internet delivery of television (TV) shows and movies on various Internet-connected screens. It operates in three segments: Domestic Streaming, International Streaming, and Domestic DVD. The company offers TV shows and movies, including original series, documentaries, and feature films. It offers members with the ability to receive streaming content through a host of Internet-connected screens, including TVs, digital video players, television set-top boxes, and mobile devices. The company also provides DVDs-by-mail membership services. As of January 22, 2018, it had approximately 117 million members in 190 countries. Netflix, Inc. was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in Los Gatos, California.
Industry, Sector and Symbol
Industry Video tape rental
Sub-IndustryInternet Retail
SectorConsumer Discretionary
SymbolNASDAQ:NFLX
CUSIP64110L10
Phone408-540-3700
Debt
Debt-to-Equity Ratio1.63
Current Ratio1.30
Quick Ratio1.30
Price-To-Earnings
Trailing P/E Ratio314.58
Forward P/E Ratio136.32
P/E Growth5.1
Sales & Book Value
Annual Sales$11.69 billion
Price / Sales14.60
Cash Flow$15.9012 per share
Price / Cash24.69
Book Value$8.25 per share
Price / Book47.59
Profitability
EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)$1.25
Net Income$558.92 million
Net Margins5.26%
Return on Equity19.11%
Return on Assets3.69%
Miscellaneous
Employees5,500
Outstanding Shares434,690,000
Netflix (NASDAQ:NFLX) Frequently Asked Questions
What is Netflix's stock symbol?
Netflix trades on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol "NFLX."
When did Netflix's stock split? How did Netflix's stock split work?
Shares of Netflix split on the morning of Wednesday, July 15th 2015. The 7-1 split was announced on Tuesday, June 23rd 2015. The newly minted shares were payable to shareholders after the closing bell on Tuesday, July 14th 2015. An investor that had 100 shares of Netflix stock prior to the split would have 700 shares after the split.
How were Netflix's earnings last quarter?
Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ:NFLX) issued its earnings results on Monday, April, 16th. The Internet television network reported $0.64 EPS for the quarter, beating the Zacks' consensus estimate of $0.63 by $0.01. The Internet television network had revenue of $3.70 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $3.69 billion. Netflix had a return on equity of 19.11% and a net margin of 5.26%. Netflix's revenue was up 40.3% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period in the previous year, the company posted $0.40 earnings per share. View Netflix's Earnings History.
When is Netflix's next earnings date?
What guidance has Netflix issued on next quarter's earnings?
Netflix updated its second quarter earnings guidance on Monday, April, 16th. The company provided earnings per share (EPS) guidance of $0.79 for the period, compared to the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of $0.66. The company issued revenue guidance of $3.93 billion, compared to the consensus revenue estimate of $3.89 billion.
What price target have analysts set for NFLX?
50 brokers have issued 12 month price targets for Netflix's shares. Their forecasts range from $90.00 to $460.00. On average, they expect Netflix's stock price to reach $298.6087 in the next twelve months. View Analyst Ratings for Netflix.
What are Wall Street analysts saying about Netflix stock?
Here are some recent quotes from research analysts about Netflix stock:
- 1. According to Zacks Investment Research, "Netflix’s first-quarter results benefited from its robust library of original content that helped in expanding international subscriber base. The company’s efforts to attract viewers through investments in regional programming resulted in better-than-expected net addition of subscribers. Increase in paid membership despite a rise in subscription charges shows its competitive edge. Netflix now has 125 million subscribers globally. We believe continuing subscriber addition and expanding content portfolio are the key catalysts that will help Netflix to sustain growth going forward. Netflix shares have vastly outperformed the industry in the past year. However, increasing market spend and higher investments on original/acquired content will continue to hurt profitability, at least in the near term. Also, saturation in the domestic market poses concern." (4/19/2018)
- 2. Pivotal Research analysts commented, "We also tweaked our cost forecasts moderately lower and raised our ’19 and beyond subscriber forecasts. The changes drove a $20 increase in our target price to $420. NFLX INVESTMENT THESIS REMAINS COMPELLING- NFLX offers consumers an increasingly compelling unique entertainment experience on virtually any device, w/o commercials at a relatively low cost." (4/17/2018)
- 3. Aegis analysts commented, "We project 1.65M and 6.0M Domestic and International net additions, respectively, for a total of 7.65M net adds (vs. 8.3M in 4Q17). We expect Netflix to report results above our estimates but guide conservatively, or cautiously, for 2Q. 1Q subscriber net additions should be driven by Jessica Jones, Altered Carbon, partnerships with Altice, T-Mobile DT, Cox, and Verizon (low churn subs), a continuation of the appeal of The Crown, Bright, and Stranger Things from 4Q17, in addition to increased marketing spend and overall secular trends of media viewership shifting to the Internet. 2Q18, is up against a tough YoY content slate compare, which should lead to a less robust guide. For 2Q18, we project 1.5M Domestic net additions and 5.5M International net additions. The stock, in our view, continues to respond to subscriber outperformance and guidance and we are unlikely to see significant strength in the latter." (4/16/2018)
Who are some of Netflix's key competitors?
Some companies that are related to Netflix include Walt Disney (DIS), Comcast (CMCSA), Electrolux (ELUXY), Nike (NKE), Naspers (NPSNY), Twenty-First Century Fox Inc Class A (FOXA), Twenty-First Century Fox Inc Class B (FOX), Time Warner (TWX), Charter Communications (CHTR), Las Vegas Sands (LVS), Sony (SNE), Activision Blizzard (ATVI), Marriott International (MAR), ADIDAS AG/S (ADDYY) and SANDS CHINA Ltd/ADR (SCHYY).
Who are Netflix's key executives?
Netflix's management team includes the folowing people:
- Mr. Wilmot Reed Hastings Jr., Co-Founder, Chairman, Pres & CEO (Age 58)
- Mr. David B. Wells, Chief Financial Officer (Age 47)
- Mr. David Hyman, Gen. Counsel & Sec. (Age 52)
- Mr. Theodore A. Sarandos, Chief Content Officer (Age 53)
- Mr. Gregory K. Peters, Chief Product Officer (Age 47)
Has Netflix been receiving favorable news coverage?
News stories about NFLX stock have trended positive this week, Accern reports. The research firm scores the sentiment of press coverage by monitoring more than twenty million news and blog sources. Accern ranks coverage of publicly-traded companies on a scale of negative one to one, with scores closest to one being the most favorable. Netflix earned a news sentiment score of 0.48 on Accern's scale. They also gave media stories about the Internet television network an impact score of 45.56 out of 100, indicating that recent press coverage is somewhat unlikely to have an effect on the stock's share price in the immediate future.
Who are Netflix's major shareholders?
Netflix's stock is owned by many different of retail and institutional investors. Top institutional shareholders include BlackRock Inc. (6.17%), Baillie Gifford & Co. (1.79%), Northern Trust Corp (1.10%), Massachusetts Financial Services Co. MA (0.59%), Edgewood Management LLC (0.57%) and Wells Fargo & Company MN (0.41%). Company insiders that own Netflix stock include A George Battle, Ann Mather, David A Hyman, David B Wells, Gregory K Peters, Jay C Hoag, Jonathan Friedland, Leslie J Kilgore, Neil D Hunt, Reed Hastings, Richard N Barton, Tawni Cranz, Theodore A Sarandos and Timothy M Haley. View Institutional Ownership Trends for Netflix.
Which major investors are selling Netflix stock?
NFLX stock was sold by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Scopia Capital Management LP, Edgewood Management LLC, Criterion Capital Management LLC, Zevenbergen Capital Investments LLC, Swiss National Bank, Columbus Circle Investors, Wells Fargo & Company MN and Northern Trust Corp. Company insiders that have sold Netflix company stock in the last year include A George Battle, Ann Mather, David A Hyman, David B Wells, Gregory K Peters, Jay C Hoag, Jonathan Friedland, Leslie J Kilgore, Reed Hastings, Richard N Barton and Theodore A Sarandos. View Insider Buying and Selling for Netflix.
Which major investors are buying Netflix stock?
NFLX stock was purchased by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including BlackRock Inc., Summit Trail Advisors LLC, Baillie Gifford & Co., Carmignac Gestion, Franklin Resources Inc., Whale Rock Capital Management LLC, Prudential Financial Inc. and American Century Companies Inc.. View Insider Buying and Selling for Netflix.
How do I buy shares of Netflix?
Shares of NFLX can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Scottrade, Fidelity and Charles Schwab.
What is Netflix's stock price today?
One share of NFLX stock can currently be purchased for approximately $397.25.
How big of a company is Netflix?
Netflix has a market capitalization of $170.39 billion and generates $11.69 billion in revenue each year. The Internet television network earns $558.92 million in net income (profit) each year or $1.25 on an earnings per share basis. Netflix employs 5,500 workers across the globe.
How can I contact Netflix?
Netflix's mailing address is 100 WINCHESTER CIRCLE, LOS GATOS CA, 95032. The Internet television network can be reached via phone at 408-540-3700.
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