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Netflix Q2 Earnings Results In-Line With Expectations, Stock Drops on Lower Q3 Revenue Outlook

Netflix shares fell following a second-quarter earnings report that met expectations but included a lower revenue outlook for the third quarter.

By · Published July 17, 2026  13:27 UTC · Updated July 19, 2026  13:36 UTC

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Netflix reported record quarterly revenue and met expectations for the second quarter while announcing plans to scale back viewership reports. Following the release of a weaker revenue outlook for the third quarter, the company's stock fell by 9 percent.

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  • Primary Driver: Netflix shares fell following a second-quarter earnings report that met expectations but included a lower revenue outlook for the third quarter.
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Netflix reported record quarterly revenue of $12.6 billion for the second quarter of 2026. While the results aligned with performance expectations, the company provided a third-quarter revenue forecast that fell short of market projections.

Coverage from Variety, The Motley Fool, Yahoo Finance, and qz.com highlights a 9% decline in the company's stock price following the announcement. Reporting also notes that the company plans to scale back its viewership reports moving forward.

Market observers are tracking investor response to the lowered revenue guidance for the upcoming quarter. Coverage does not yet specify the long-term implications of the shift in viewership data disclosure policies.

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What was the revenue for Netflix in Q2 2026?

The company reported record quarterly revenue of $12.6 billion.

How did the stock market react to the earnings report?

Netflix stock dropped 9% following the release of the earnings results and the lower revenue forecast.

Are there changes to how Netflix reports performance data?

Yes, coverage indicates that Netflix plans to scale back its viewership reports.

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