Netflix Might Be Ready to Buy Something Again, but It's Not What You Think

Netflix is reportedly bidding for Letterboxd, a film-review platform with 30 million users, in a deal valued around $250 million. This represents Netflix's shift toward smaller, strategic acquisitions rather than major deals. The move comes as Netflix stock has fallen 41% over the past year amid investor confidence issues, though the company continues to make logical, cost-effective investments like its recent acquisition of Radford Studio Center.

07/12/2026, 6:07 AM • The Motley Fool

3 Reasons Why Netflix Has a Lot to Prove on July 16

Netflix faces significant pressure ahead of its Q2 2026 earnings report on July 16. With stock down nearly 20% in 2026 and 40% over the past year, investors are seeking reassurance on three key fronts: whether content costs remain under control, clarity on the company's acquisition strategy, and evidence that Netflix is reversing recent losses. The earnings report will be a critical test for both short-term traders and long-term investors.

07/12/2026, 4:05 AM • The Motley Fool

New Research Finds Structural Budget Reallocation Is Reshaping Global Digital Advertising

The global digital advertising market is projected to grow from $567.9 billion in 2025 to $2.06 trillion by 2033 at a 17.6% CAGR. Rather than simple growth, the market is characterized by budget reallocation toward emerging platforms combining AI, first-party data, commerce integration, and measurable outcomes. Key growth areas include retail media, connected TV, creator ecosystems, and AI-native advertising, with slower growth in mature channels reflecting this structural shift rather than market weakness.

07/09/2026, 3:40 PM • GlobeNewswire

Why Netflix Stock Dropped 24% in the First Half of 2026

Netflix stock fell 24% in H1 2026 amid investor concerns about future growth opportunities, failed acquisition attempts, and founder Reed Hastings' departure. Despite strong fundamentals including 16% YoY revenue growth, 32.3% operating margins, and 300+ million subscribers, uncertainty about the company's next strategic direction has weighed on the stock, which now trades at 25x trailing earnings.

07/08/2026, 5:30 AM • The Motley Fool

Why July 16 Could Be a Turning Point for the Netflix Stock Price

Netflix's stock price has declined 19% year-to-date following the company's withdrawal from Warner Bros. Discovery asset acquisition. The July 16 earnings report will be critical, with investors watching whether ad revenue is on track to reach $3 billion and if content costs stabilize in the second half of the year. Strong performance on these metrics could reverse the stock's downward trend.

07/08/2026, 5:22 AM • The Motley Fool

3 Unstoppable Stocks to Buy Before the Next Market Rally -- Including Netflix (NFLX) Stock

The article recommends three tech stocks as attractive buying opportunities: Netflix, which has fallen 47% but maintains strong long-term growth; Microsoft, down 24% with robust cloud and AI revenue growth; and Nvidia, up 27% but still reasonably valued with exceptional revenue growth driven by AI demand.

07/06/2026, 10:27 AM • The Motley Fool

Q2 Earnings Season Is About to Kick Off. These 5 Reports Will Set the Market's Tone.

Q2 earnings season begins with five key reports that will determine whether the market's rally is supported by actual earnings growth. Delta Air Lines (July 10) will signal consumer spending on travel, JPMorgan Chase (July 14) will reveal credit quality and economic health, Netflix (July 16) will show if pricing power holds amid competition, Taiwan Semiconductor (July 16) will indicate AI chip demand trends, and Tesla (July 22) will demonstrate EV demand sustainability. Together, these reports will answer whether current stock valuations are justified.

07/06/2026, 12:02 AM • The Motley Fool

My 12 Top Ranked Stocks to Buy Right Now in July (2026)

An investment analyst presents 12 top-ranked stocks to buy in July 2026, offering opportunities across semiconductor, growth, and dividend stock categories despite market volatility earlier in the year.

07/02/2026, 7:27 PM • The Motley Fool

Should You Buy Netflix Stock Before the Huge Investor Update?

Netflix is scheduled to report quarterly financial results that could significantly impact shareholders. The streaming pioneer is currently out of favor with investors, with the stock down 46% as of the article date in July 2026.

07/02/2026, 1:13 AM • The Motley Fool

Should You Buy Netflix Stock Right Now?

Netflix stock has fallen 44% over the past year and now trades at 24x trailing earnings, down from 50+ times previously. Despite the sell-off driven by market drama rather than fundamentals, the company demonstrates strong operational efficiency with 48.5% return on equity, double-digit revenue growth (16% YoY), and impressive profitability metrics that outpace entertainment sector rivals. Analysts view the current valuation as attractive for long-term investors.

06/30/2026, 4:17 PM • The Motley Fool

France Licensing Day Breaks Records, Moves to New Paris Location in Biggest Edition Yet

France Licensing Day 2026 achieved record attendance with 550+ attendees and 55 exhibitors at its new Paris venue on June 30. The event facilitated 500+ meetings between major brands including Paramount, Netflix, Warner Bros. Discovery, and Mattel with French retailers and licensees. The 8th annual Licensing International France Awards recognized excellence across 17 categories, with winners including Mattel's Barbie collaboration and Netflix's LEGO One Piece line.

06/30/2026, 3:41 PM • GlobeNewswire

Should You Buy Netflix Stock Before July 16?

Netflix stock has declined over 20% in 2026 following co-founder Reed Hastings' departure announcement, raising concerns about the company's future direction and potential acquisition rumors. Despite growth slowing to 16% (below its 10-year 20% average), the stock trades at a reasonable 24x earnings. The author suggests Netflix remains a solid long-term buy for patient investors ahead of its July 16 earnings report, arguing the market may have overreacted to leadership changes.

06/29/2026, 3:16 PM • The Motley Fool

Vietnam Tech Summit 2026 to Bring AI Leaders, Founders, Investors, and Vietnamese Tech Talent to Silicon Valley

Vietnam Tech Summit 2026, the largest Vietnamese-led tech summit in the United States, will take place August 7-8 at the Computer History Museum in Mountain View, California. The fifth annual summit has grown from 100 attendees in 2022 to over 900 in 2025, featuring company tours, keynotes on AI, recruiting opportunities, mentorship, and the Vietnam AI Stars startup competition. The event aims to help Vietnamese and Vietnam-connected tech talent build careers in the AI era.

06/26/2026, 9:20 PM • GlobeNewswire

Revealed! 3 Undervalued Stocks I Just Bought

The author identifies three undervalued stocks purchased at attractive prices in a volatile market. The stocks mentioned are Netflix, Mastercard, and Eli Lilly, which the author believes present good investment opportunities despite recent market volatility.

06/26/2026, 8:20 PM • The Motley Fool

Ranking the FAANG Stocks From Most to Least Attractive, Based on Future Cash Flow

Based on 2027 cash-flow-per-share estimates, Meta Platforms and Amazon emerge as the most attractive FAANG stocks, trading at historically low valuations despite heavy AI investments. Apple is ranked as the least attractive, with stagnant hardware sales being masked by massive share buybacks exceeding $853 billion since 2013.

06/26/2026, 7:06 AM • The Motley Fool