Netflix shares rise amid Q3 subscriber bonanza
The streaming giant Netflix saw shares up over 10% after earnings and revenue beat estimates and it added 8.7 million subscribers in the third quarter.
This addition far exceeded analysts' forecasts, boosting its overall subscriber base to 247.2 million. The company credited a strong programming slate and its crackdown on password sharing. Add to this the news that it’s also raising prices for some customers in the US, UK, and France.
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Netflix's share price
Netflix had a fantastic night as it released its latest report, which showed that it gained a lot more subscribers than expected. In fact, it added a whopping 8.76 million new subscribers, bringing its total number of subscribers to 247.2 million. This impressive growth is thanks to the exciting shows and movies that Netflix offers, as well as their efforts to stop people from sharing passwords. As a result, Netflix's share price went up by a lot, reaching levels that haven't been seen in a while.
Netflix's increase in subscribers
Some people were worried that Netflix's number of subscribers might go down because of higher interest rates, but it turns out those concerns were not necessary. Not only did Netflix gain more subscribers, but they also announced plans to raise their prices. This could mean that the share price will continue to go up in the next few months.
Netflix's Q3 perfomance
All in all, Netflix did really well in the third quarter. It gained more subscribers, made more money, and exceeded everyone's expectations. As a result, the market reacted positively and the share price shot up. This success can be attributed to Netflix's focus on producing great content and putting a stop to people sharing passwords. With plans to raise their prices, Netflix seems confident about their future success.
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