Netflix (NASDAQ:NFLX) Shares Acquired Rep. Cleo Fields

Representative Cleo Fields (D-Louisiana) recently bought shares of Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ:NFLX). In a filing disclosed on December 17th, the Representative disclosed that they had bought between $1,001 and $15,000 in Netflix stock on December 3rd. The trade occurred in the Representative’s “MORGAN STANLEY – E*TRADE #1” account.

Representative Cleo Fields also recently made the following trade(s):

• Purchased $15,001 – $50,000 in shares of Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOGL) on 12/15/2025.
• Sold $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of SoundHound AI (NASDAQ:SOUN) on 12/15/2025.
• Purchased $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG) on 12/15/2025.
• Sold $15,001 – $50,000 in shares of CoreWeave (NASDAQ:CRWV) on 12/11/2025.
• Sold $15,001 – $50,000 in shares of AT&T (NYSE:T) on 12/11/2025.
• Purchased $100,001 – $250,000 in shares of Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOGL) on 12/11/2025.
• Purchased $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) on 12/11/2025.
• Sold $50,001 – $100,000 in shares of ARM (NASDAQ:ARM) on 12/11/2025.
• Sold $50,001 – $100,000 in shares of Uber Technologies (NYSE:UBER) on 12/11/2025.
• Purchased $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of IREN (NASDAQ:IREN) on 12/9/2025.

Netflix Trading Up 0.4%

Shares of NASDAQ NFLX traded up $0.39 during trading on Friday, reaching $94.39. The stock had a trading volume of 78,583,466 shares, compared to its average volume of 47,683,548. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.56, a quick ratio of 1.33 and a current ratio of 1.33. The company has a market cap of $399.96 billion, a P/E ratio of 39.43 and a beta of 1.71. Netflix, Inc. has a fifty-two week low of $82.11 and a fifty-two week high of $134.12. The business’s 50-day moving average price is $107.97 and its 200-day moving average price is $117.42.

Netflix (NASDAQ:NFLX) last announced its earnings results on Tuesday, October 21st. The Internet television network reported $5.87 EPS for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.69 by $5.18. The company had revenue of $11.32 billion during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $11.52 billion. Netflix had a return on equity of 41.86% and a net margin of 24.05%.Netflix’s revenue for the quarter was up 17.2% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period last year, the business posted $0.54 EPS. Netflix has set its Q4 2025 guidance at 5.450-5.450 EPS. On average, equities research analysts predict that Netflix, Inc. will post 24.58 EPS for the current fiscal year.

Analyst Ratings Changes

Several equities research analysts recently weighed in on NFLX shares. Seaport Res Ptn raised shares of Netflix from a “hold” rating to a “strong-buy” rating in a research note on Monday, October 6th. Jefferies Financial Group reaffirmed a “buy” rating on shares of Netflix in a research report on Wednesday. JPMorgan Chase & Co. reduced their price objective on Netflix from $127.50 to $124.00 and set a “neutral” rating on the stock in a research note on Tuesday, November 18th. Loop Capital lowered their target price on Netflix from $135.00 to $132.50 in a research note on Wednesday, October 22nd. Finally, BMO Capital Markets reaffirmed an “outperform” rating on shares of Netflix in a research report on Monday, December 8th. Two equities research analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, twenty-nine have given a Buy rating, thirteen have issued a Hold rating and one has issued a Sell rating to the stock. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the stock presently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $129.68.

Institutional Inflows and Outflows

Several institutional investors and hedge funds have recently made changes to their positions in NFLX. Imprint Wealth LLC purchased a new stake in Netflix during the 3rd quarter valued at approximately $25,000. Retirement Wealth Solutions LLC purchased a new stake in shares of Netflix during the third quarter worth approximately $28,000. Legacy Investment Solutions LLC purchased a new position in Netflix in the 2nd quarter valued at $31,000. Steph & Co. increased its stake in Netflix by 188.9% in the 3rd quarter. Steph & Co. now owns 26 shares of the Internet television network’s stock valued at $31,000 after buying an additional 17 shares during the period. Finally, Stephens Consulting LLC raised its position in Netflix by 150.0% during the 2nd quarter. Stephens Consulting LLC now owns 25 shares of the Internet television network’s stock worth $33,000 after buying an additional 15 shares during the last quarter. 80.93% of the stock is owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.

Insider Buying and Selling

In related news, CEO Theodore A. Sarandos sold 20,270 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, November 4th. The shares were sold at an average price of $109.21, for a total value of $2,213,646.16. Following the completion of the sale, the chief executive officer owned 151,680 shares in the company, valued at $16,564,669.44. This trade represents a 11.79% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available at this link. Also, insider David A. Hyman sold 314,620 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Tuesday, November 4th. The stock was sold at an average price of $109.98, for a total value of $34,603,166.08. Following the transaction, the insider owned 316,100 shares in the company, valued at $34,765,942.40. The trade was a 49.88% decrease in their position. Additional details regarding this sale are available in the official SEC disclosure. In the last three months, insiders have sold 1,619,840 shares of company stock worth $181,648,613. 1.37% of the stock is currently owned by insiders.

Key Netflix News

Here are the key news stories impacting Netflix this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Warner Bros. is urging shareholders to reject Paramount’s hostile bid and favors Netflix’s offer, which boosts the strategic case for NFLX’s acquisition-driven growth story. Warner Bros. Urges Shareholders to Reject Paramount Bid. Netflix Stock Is Rising.
• Positive Sentiment: Sell-side support: Jefferies and DZ Bank have reiterated Buy ratings on NFLX, which can underpin near-term buying interest. Jefferies Financial Group Reiterates “Buy” Rating for Netflix (NASDAQ:NFLX)
• Positive Sentiment: Several outlets argue NFLX looks like a “buy the dip” opportunity and project a rebound into 2026 as the worst of this year’s sell-off may be behind the stock. Time to Buy the Dip in Netflix Stock
• Neutral Sentiment: Product strategy diversification — Netflix is investing in podcasts as a daytime-talk-show replacement to expand engagement and ad opportunities; longer-term payoff is uncertain. Netflix is betting on podcasts to become the new daytime talk show
• Neutral Sentiment: Deal mechanics and costs: reporting on banker fees highlights transaction expenses and financing complexity for any large acquisition — a reminder deals bring execution risk even if strategic logic is sound. How much the bankers are getting paid as Netflix and Paramount fight to buy Warner Bros. Discovery
• Negative Sentiment: Market performance and upcoming earnings risk — NFLX has underperformed YTD with heavy losses; investors are cautious ahead of earnings and execution on international growth/content spending will be scrutinized. Netflix At $94: Moderate Score, Heavy YTD Losses Ahead Of Earnings
• Negative Sentiment: Regulatory and political risk is rising — warnings that the DOJ review could become politicized increase the chance of antitrust scrutiny or delays, which could derail or complicate any takeover. Elizabeth Warren Warns Trump DOJ Could Turn Warner Bros. Merger Review Into ‘Influence-Peddling’ Fight As Netflix, Paramount Clash
• Negative Sentiment: Competing bid uncertainty — Paramount’s hostile counteroffer keeps deal outcomes uncertain and could prolong volatility and headline risk for NFLX shares. Netflix vs. Paramount: What you need to know about the bidding war for Warner Bros.

About Representative FIELDS

Cleo Fields (Democratic Party) is a member of the U.S. House, representing Louisiana’s 6th Congressional District. He assumed office on January 3, 2025. His current term ends on January 3, 2027.

Fields (Democratic Party) is running for re-election to the U.S. House to represent Louisiana’s 6th Congressional District. He declared candidacy for the primary scheduled on November 3, 2026.

Cleo Fields graduated from McKinley High School in 1980. He earned a bachelor’s degree in mass communications from Southern University in 1984 and a J.D. from the Southern University Law Center in 1987. His career experience includes working as a state legislator and U.S. congressman. When Fields was elected to the Louisiana State Senate in 1986, he was the youngest person ever elected to the State Senate in Louisiana’s history. In 1995, Fields ran for governor of Louisiana, becoming the first African American since reconstruction to make the runoff.

Netflix Company Profile

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.