Despite reporting millions in profits, Netflix is preparing for a new global restructuring. The company plans to cut 5% of its workforce in an attempt to stabilize its stock value after a critical year on Wall Street.

The streaming giant cannot find peace. Despite its efforts to diversify revenue, Netflix expects to cut about 850 jobs, representing 5% of its global workforce. This restructuring, which could be officialized next week, comes at a moment of extreme fragility for its shares.

The urgency of the measure is reflected in the markets: the company has suffered a 42% drop in the value of its shares during the last year. To stop the bleeding, the company has implemented aggressive commercial strategies:

  • Launch of new plans with advertising.
  • Strict restrictions on shared account access.
  • Progressive increases in subscription prices.

Curiously, the cut comes after a first quarter of 2026 with figures that seem positive, although driven by an extraordinary event: the compensation received for canceling the purchase of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Economic Indicator (Q1 2026) Value (USD) Detail / Variation
Net Profit 5.283 billion +83% vs previous year
Compensation Received 2.800 billion Warner Bros. Discovery termination
Gross Debt 14.400 billion Total liability at closing
Cash and Equivalents 12.300 billion Available liquidity

Now, all eyes are on the calendar: on October 20, Netflix will present its quarterly accounts, a report that will be decisive for understanding the financial direction of the platform.

Source: IMAGO