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1. Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ:NFLX)

On April 16, 2026, Seaport Research raised its price target on Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ:NFLX) to $119 from $115 and maintained a Buy rating, noting that while the first half of the year may appear softer, the timing of content spending is expected to drive acceleration in the second half.

Similarly, Needham maintained a Buy rating and $120 price target following Q1 results, highlighting positive early traction in newer mobile-focused engagement features such as vertical video, video podcasts, and kids’ games. The firm pointed to lower churn and improving pricing power, adding that Netflix’s Silicon Valley roots position it well to adopt emerging technologies, including GenAI capabilities, programmatic advertising, and enhanced personalization tools.

JPMorgan also reiterated an Overweight rating with a $118 price target and recommended buying the shares on the post-earnings pullback, with the stock down about 10% to $96.66 in premarket trading. While some investors may be disappointed by the lack of an increase to 2026 guidance despite Q1 upside, the firm noted that pricing actions are already embedded in the company’s 12%–14% revenue growth outlook. JPMorgan said Netflix continues to execute well and still has a meaningful growth runway.

Earlier, Netflix reported Q1 EPS of $1.23, beating the 77c consensus estimate, on revenue of $12.25B versus $12.17B expected. For Q2, the company guided EPS of 78c, below the 84c consensus, and revenue of $12.57B compared to expectations of $12.64B.

Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ:NFLX) offers streaming entertainment content and services globally.

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