Netflix, Inc. $NFLX is Alecta Tjanstepension Omsesidigt’s 9th Largest Position

Alecta Tjanstepension Omsesidigt lowered its position in Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ:NFLX) by 3.6% in the third quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The firm owned 426,000 shares of the Internet television network’s stock after selling 16,000 shares during the period. Netflix comprises approximately 2.3% of Alecta Tjanstepension Omsesidigt’s investment portfolio, making the stock its 9th biggest position. Alecta Tjanstepension Omsesidigt’s holdings in Netflix were worth $510,408,000 at the end of the most recent quarter.

Several other hedge funds have also modified their holdings of NFLX. IFP Advisors Inc grew its position in shares of Netflix by 17.6% during the 3rd quarter. IFP Advisors Inc now owns 5,597 shares of the Internet television network’s stock valued at $6,851,000 after acquiring an additional 837 shares during the period. Swiss Life Asset Management Ltd increased its stake in shares of Netflix by 3.6% in the 3rd quarter. Swiss Life Asset Management Ltd now owns 133,760 shares of the Internet television network’s stock valued at $160,368,000 after purchasing an additional 4,631 shares in the last quarter. Steadtrust LLC acquired a new position in Netflix in the 3rd quarter worth about $487,000. Groupama Asset Managment raised its holdings in Netflix by 2.5% in the 3rd quarter. Groupama Asset Managment now owns 6,117 shares of the Internet television network’s stock worth $7,334,000 after purchasing an additional 148 shares during the period. Finally, Investment Research Partners LLC purchased a new position in Netflix during the third quarter worth approximately $486,000. 80.93% of the stock is owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.

Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades

Several analysts have commented on the company. Wedbush reissued an “outperform” rating and issued a $115.00 price objective on shares of Netflix in a report on Friday, February 20th. President Capital increased their target price on Netflix from $120.00 to $133.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research report on Monday, March 2nd. Phillip Securities raised shares of Netflix from a “sell” rating to a “moderate buy” rating and lifted their price target for the company from $95.00 to $100.00 in a research note on Monday, January 26th. Wells Fargo & Company initiated coverage on shares of Netflix in a report on Monday, March 9th. They issued an “equal weight” rating and a $105.00 price target for the company. Finally, Evercore began coverage on shares of Netflix in a research report on Friday, February 27th. They set an “outperform” rating and a $115.00 price objective for the company. Two analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, thirty-five have assigned a Buy rating and thirteen have assigned a Hold rating to the company. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the company has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $114.35.

Netflix Price Performance

NASDAQ:NFLX opened at $94.70 on Thursday. Netflix, Inc. has a one year low of $75.01 and a one year high of $134.12. The stock has a market cap of $399.84 billion, a PE ratio of 37.48, a P/E/G ratio of 1.45 and a beta of 1.68. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.51, a quick ratio of 1.19 and a current ratio of 1.19. The stock has a 50 day moving average price of $86.80 and a 200 day moving average price of $102.09.

Netflix (NASDAQ:NFLX) last released its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, January 20th. The Internet television network reported $0.56 earnings per share for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.55 by $0.01. The company had revenue of $12.05 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $11.97 billion. Netflix had a return on equity of 43.26% and a net margin of 24.30%.The firm’s revenue for the quarter was up 17.6% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $0.43 earnings per share. Netflix has set its Q1 2026 guidance at 0.760-0.760 EPS. Equities research analysts expect that Netflix, Inc. will post 24.58 EPS for the current fiscal year.

Netflix News Roundup

Here are the key news stories impacting Netflix this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Citi reinstated coverage with a Buy and a roughly $115 price target, citing margin upside, expected U.S. price increases and stronger shareholder-return optionality — a clear analyst catalyst supporting upside. Citi Reinstates Netflix (NFLX) Stock with Buy Rating — 3 Key Catalysts Revealed
• Positive Sentiment: Citi also argues Netflix is better positioned to push through subscription price increases now that M&A and regulatory attention around the Warner Bros. pursuit are behind it — this supports revenue-per-subscriber upside. Netflix more likely to raise prices with Warner Bros deal out of the way, Citi says
• Positive Sentiment: Netflix is pursuing new monetization for breakout IP: Bloomberg/Reuters report plans for a global “KPop Demon Hunters” concert tour tied to its hit movie, which would boost ancillary revenue and engagement. Netflix plans ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ global concert tour, Bloomberg News reports
• Positive Sentiment: Netflix is also using limited theatrical releases to amplify tentpole franchises (e.g., a theatrical push for a Stranger Things animated spinoff), helping discoverability and potential box-office/streaming lift. Netflix turns theaters to launch ‘Stranger Things’ animated spino‑off
• Neutral Sentiment: Wells Fargo initiated coverage with an Equal Weight, reflecting mixed views on growth versus valuation — another data point for investors but not an immediate directional catalyst. Wells Fargo Initiates Netflix (NFLX) with Equal Weight
• Neutral Sentiment: Analyst and media comparisons (Netflix vs. Disney) are driving debate about which streamer offers better long-term upside; useful context but not an immediate stock mover. Netflix vs. Disney: Which Streaming Giant Is the Better Buy for 2026 and Beyond?
• Negative Sentiment: Coverage flagged that CEO Ted Sarandos’ political remarks have pressured sentiment recently — political headlines can prompt short-term selling or multiple compression. Netflix Stock (NASDAQ:NFLX) Slips as Ted Sarandos Talks Politics
• Negative Sentiment: Ongoing celebrity/PR stories (coverage about Meghan Markle/Prince Harry’s relationship with Netflix) create distracting headline risk that can amplify short-term volatility. Why Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Have Reportedly “Struggled” to Find Their Footing in Hollywood

Insider Buying and Selling at Netflix

In related news, Director Bradford L. Smith sold 31,790 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Thursday, January 15th. The shares were sold at an average price of $88.86, for a total transaction of $2,824,859.40. Following the completion of the sale, the director directly owned 79,690 shares in the company, valued at approximately $7,081,253.40. This trade represents a 28.52% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is accessible through this link. Also, insider David A. Hyman sold 23,439 shares of Netflix stock in a transaction dated Friday, January 16th. The stock was sold at an average price of $88.11, for a total transaction of $2,065,210.29. Following the transaction, the insider directly owned 316,100 shares in the company, valued at $27,851,571. This trade represents a 6.90% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The SEC filing for this sale provides additional information. Over the last 90 days, insiders have sold 1,520,133 shares of company stock worth $137,259,786. Corporate insiders own 1.37% of the company’s stock.

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.