# Netflix Meets Q2 Expectations but Stock Falls on Weak Q3 Forecast

Netflix reported second-quarter earnings that matched analyst expectations, but its stock declined after the company issued a lower-than-expected outlook for the third quarter. The drop reflects investor concerns about subscriber growth and increasing competition in the streaming market.

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- [Variety](https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/netflix-q2-2026-earnings-1236812558/) — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 20:09:18 +0000