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Netflix shares drop 7% in Europe after Q4 results

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Posted on January 21, 2026

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LONDON, Jan 21 (Reuters) - Netflix shares listed in Frankfurt fell in early trade on Wednesday despite beating expectations for fourth quarter revenue and earnings, as the company remains locked in a

Netflix Shares Fall 7% in Europe Following Q4 Earnings Report

Netflix's Q4 Earnings and Market Reaction

LONDON, Jan 21 (Reuters) - Netflix shares listed in Frankfurt fell in early trade on Wednesday despite beating expectations for fourth quarter revenue and earnings, as the company remains locked in a fierce bidding war for Warner Bros Discovery. 

Impact of Share Buybacks

Netflix also told investors it would pause share buybacks to accumulate cash to help fund the Warner deal. By 0714 GMT, shares were down 7%. The shares closed down 0.8% in Tuesday's regular session. Netflix stock has lost some 20% in value since the company launched its bid for Warner Brothers in early December.

Stock Performance Overview

(Reporting by Samuel Indyk; Editing by Amanda Cooper)

Key Takeaways

  • Netflix shares fell 7% in Frankfurt after Q4 results.
  • The company beat revenue and earnings expectations.
  • Netflix is in a bidding war for Warner Bros Discovery.
  • Share buybacks are paused to fund the Warner deal.
  • Netflix stock has declined 20% since December.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a share buyback?
A share buyback occurs when a company purchases its own shares from the marketplace, reducing the number of outstanding shares and often increasing the share price.
What are earnings reports?
Earnings reports are quarterly financial statements released by publicly traded companies, detailing their revenue, expenses, and profits or losses.
What is market reaction?
Market reaction refers to how investors respond to news or events affecting a company, which can lead to changes in stock prices.
What is revenue in finance?
Revenue is the total income generated by a company from its business activities, typically from sales of goods or services.

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