Streaming wars: Netflix is using its profitability to their advantage

On the other side of the streaming wars, we have Netflix.

Netflix and Disney have been neck and neck as the largest streaming service.

• Disney took the lead earlier this year before Netflix reclaimed the throne.
• But Disney’s fast growth had come at a high cost: profits. And at the worst possible time, too.

Netflix is using that to their advantage

Netflix’s pitch to investors: Instead of focusing on our subscriber count, focus on how profitable we are (the most profitable) — a tactic that seems to be working.

Nice looking chart you got there, Netflix.

It’s an interesting period for Netflix. Their stock took a big hit at the start of the year — but the blow to subscriber growth was less than expected.

• After two quarters of subscriber losses, Netflix returned to growth in the most recent quarter.
• They also expect their subscriber count to accelerate again and think the worst is behind them.

Sentiment has improved with the quick launch of their cheaper ad tier this month. Password sharers, they’re coming for you next year.

But how much bigger can the streaming service get? Netflix said they only make up 8% of TV viewing in the US and UK. And streaming makes up 35% of the US market share — with the other 65% still on linear (scheduled TV).

The Average Joe: “We’re cautious about the impact of slowing consumer demand on streaming services. But we’re all about picking quality businesses run by great founders at attractive prices. ✔️ ✔️ ✔️. ”