Netflix (NFLX) Q1 Earnings: Revenue Growth and Margins in Focus

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Apr 15, 2025
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Summary:

  • Netflix (NFLX, Financial) is poised to release its Q1 earnings with an anticipated 11% revenue growth.
  • Analysts suggest a potential price upside of 15.90% for NFLX.
  • GuruFocus estimates indicate a potential downside of 32.33% from the current price.

Anticipating Netflix's Earnings Announcement

On Thursday, after the market closes, Netflix Inc. (NFLX) will unveil its first-quarter earnings report. Investors and analysts alike are gearing up to scrutinize the figures, particularly with an expected revenue growth rate of 11%. Notably, subscriber numbers will no longer be part of the disclosures, shifting the spotlight to the company's ambitious goal of achieving margin expansion. Netflix is targeting a 29% margin by 2025, a significant rise from last year’s 27%.

Analysts' Price Targets and Recommendations

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The insights from 43 analysts who have shared their one-year price targets suggest an average estimate of $1,079.34 for Netflix Inc. (NFLX, Financial). The forecasts range widely, with a high of $1,494.00 and a low of $644.50. This average target price implies a potential upside of 15.90% from the current stock price of $931.28. For further detailed estimates, please visit the Netflix Inc (NFLX) Forecast page.

The consensus from 49 brokerage firms currently rates Netflix Inc. (NFLX, Financial) with an "Outperform" status. This is represented by an average recommendation score of 2.0 on a scale where 1 signifies a Strong Buy and 5 indicates a Sell.

Netflix's Estimated GF Value Analysis

In contrast to the optimistic price targets, GuruFocus provides a more conservative estimate with a projected GF Value of $630.23 for Netflix Inc. (NFLX, Financial) in one year. This suggests a potential downside of 32.33% from the current trading price of $931.28. The GF Value metric represents GuruFocus' estimate of the stock’s fair value, derived from historical trading multiples, past growth, and anticipated future performance. For a deeper dive into these calculations, visit the Netflix Inc (NFLX) Summary page.

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