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Operating Income and Margins

NETFLIX INC · 2026-08-05 · Importance 40 · Surprise 42

Netflix reported a 31.9% operating margin for the second quarter of 2026. The margin exceeded company guidance, indicating stronger-than-expected operating profitability. Third-party reporting characterized the result as part of Netflix’s shift from a growth-at-all-costs model toward profitable compounding. Advertising revenue and international expansion were cited as important contributors to the profitability strategy.

Key facts

• Netflix reported a 31.9% operating margin for Q2 2026 (reported as 31.9% / 32% in coverage), exceeding guidance. source
• TIKR's coverage states Netflix's stock is valued at 21 times forward earnings and the stock had declined 19% year-to-date at the time of the article. source