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Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Netflix's net income leaps to $3.1 billion
Academy Empower your mind, elevate your skills It's yet another winning quarter for streaming giant earned $11.1 billion in revenue and $3.1 billion in net income in its second quarter, the company reported Thursday, exceeding Wall Street's company also said, in its biannual engagement report, that its subscribers watched more than 95 billion hours in the first half of 2025, a 1% increase from a year top hits from the second quarter included new seasons of recurring shows such as "Ginny & Georgia" and "Squid Game" and new shows such as "Sirens" and "The Four Seasons" and films including Tyler Perry's "Straw" and "Nonnas," starring Vince Vaughn. The company's animated film " KPop Demon Hunters " generated 80 million views and has become one of its most popular in that second quarter also reaffirmed the company's commitment to its live programming. It announced plans for a reboot of the popular 1980s talent competition show "Star Search" in 2026 and for a middleweight boxing match between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford this year. And its all-female fight night, headlined by Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano, which aired last week, generated 6 million viewers worldwide, a far cry from the numbers generated from the enormous Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul spectacle last year but a record-setter as the most-watched female sports event in 2025."Netflix's announcements this past quarter make it look like a traditional TV network," Mike Proulx, a research director at the analytics company Forrester, said in a streaming giant is also riding high on this week's Emmy nominations, racking up 120 across 44 different titles. The out-of-nowhere British drama "Adolescence" nabbed 13 nominations, including best limited series or anthology. (The company's haul was bested only by HBO Max, which brought in 142 nominations.)Later this year, the company will release the final season of "Stranger Things," a new season of "Wednesday" and movies including Guillermo del Toro's "Frankenstein," Kathryn Bigelow's "A House of Dynamite" and a sequel to Adam Sandler's "Happy Gilmore."Overall viewership of Netflix rose in June, according to Nielsen. Netflix's share of all TV use totaled 8.3%, a jump of close to 1% since May, but still smaller than YouTube, which accounted for 12.8% of all results, near the start of the earnings season, are often seen as the harbinger for other corporate results. The company said in its shareholder letter that it was raising its revenue guidance for the full year based on "healthy member growth and ad sales."Its ad-supported member tier, which increased to $7.99 from $6.99 at the beginning of the year, has been of great interest to Wall Street, even though the company has previously said it does not expect it to be a big revenue driver in 2025.
Yahoo
16-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Netflix Set to Report Q2 Earnings: Buy, Sell or Hold NFLX Stock?
Netflix NFLX is slated to report second-quarter 2025 results on July 17. For the second quarter of 2025, NFLX forecasts revenues to increase 15.4% (+17% F/X neutral) to $11.035 billion, as the company foresees the full quarter benefit from recent price changes and continued growth in membership and advertising revenues. The company expects UCAN revenue growth to reaccelerate in the second quarter. The company anticipates total revenues to be $11.035 billion, suggesting growth of 15% year over year (+17% F/X neutral). The consensus mark for revenues is pinned at $11.05 billion, above the company's expectations, indicating 15.63% year-over-year has projected earnings of $7.03 per share. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the same is pegged at $7.06 per share, currently above the company's expectations. The estimate has inched up 0.1% over the past 30 days. Find the latest earnings estimates and surprises on Zacks Earnings Calendar. NFLX Estimate Movement Image Source: Zacks Investment Research NFLX Earnings Surprise History In the last reported quarter, the company delivered an earnings surprise of 16.17%. The company's earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the trailing four quarters, the average surprise being 6.94%. Netflix, Inc. Price and EPS Surprise Netflix, Inc. price-eps-surprise | Netflix, Inc. Quote Earnings Whispers for NFLX Our proven model predicts an earnings beat for Netflix this time around. The combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold) increases the odds of an earnings beat. You can uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they are reported with our Earnings ESP has an Earnings ESP of +1.68% and a Zacks Rank #2 at present. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank stocks here. Factors Shaping Upcoming Results of Netflix Netflix appears well-positioned to deliver robust second-quarter 2025 results, building on the impressive momentum established in the first quarter where the streaming giant exceeded expectations with 13% revenue growth and 27% operating income expansion. The company's strong content slate and strategic platform enhancements throughout the second quarter is likely to have contributed to continued subscriber growth and engagement quarter benefited from a compelling mix of high-profile content releases that drove significant viewer interest. Netflix's film lineup included major productions featuring A-list talent, with Nonnas starring Vince Vaughn, Tyler Perry's drama Straw featuring Taraji P. Henson, and the action thriller Havoc starring Tom Hardy and Forest Whitaker. These premium offerings are likely to have attracted new subscribers while retaining existing ones during the competitive summer viewing significantly, Netflix released the highly anticipated third and final season of Squid Game on June 27, which has historically been their most popular series globally. This cultural phenomenon is expected to have generated substantial subscriber additions and engagement spikes, particularly in international markets. The quarter also saw the return of beloved franchises, including new seasons of Black Mirror and Ginny & Georgia, along with fresh content like The Four Seasons starring comedy powerhouses Tina Fey and Steve advertising business momentum continued accelerating through the second quarter, with the company successfully expanding its proprietary Netflix Ads Suite platform across EMEA markets and achieving full rollout across all 12 ad-supported countries by June. This expansion is likely to have contributed meaningful incremental revenue growth, supporting management's guidance for roughly doubling advertising revenues in company's strategic investments in platform enhancement are noteworthy. Netflix introduced improved user experience features, including AI-powered search capabilities, enhanced recommendation systems, and a redesigned homepage, which are expected to have boosted engagement metrics and reduced churn rates. These technological improvements position Netflix advantageously against competitors while improving monetization confidence remained evident through its $1 billion commitment to transform Fort Monmouth into a premier East Coast production hub, signaling long-term growth conviction. Combined with the company's expanding global content pipeline and successful pricing strategies, Netflix appears to have multiple growth drivers firing growing competition from the likes of Apple AAPL, Amazon AMZN and Disney DIS, a compelling second-quarter content slate anchored by Squid Game's finale, accelerating advertising platform rollout, and continued platform innovations makes Netflix poised to meet or exceed its second-quarter guidance of 33% operating margins. Investors should consider positioning ahead of what appears to be another quarter of solid execution and growth acceleration. Top-Line Growth Estimates for Q2 The consensus mark for second-quarter 2025 Asia-Pacific revenues is pegged at $1.31 billion, indicating 25.1% growth from the figure reported in the year-ago Zacks Consensus Estimate for Latin America revenues is pegged at $1.36 billion, suggesting a rise of 13% from the figure reported in the previous the consensus mark for EMEA revenues is pegged at $3.46 billion, suggesting an increase of 15.3% from the figure reported in the year-ago Zacks Consensus Estimate for the United States and Canada revenues is pegged at $4.91 billion, indicating a 14.4% rise from the figure reported in the year-ago quarter. NFLX Price Performance & Stock Valuation Shares of Netflix have gained 41.1% in the year-to-date period against the Zacks Consumer Discretionary sector, Amazon and Disney's growth of 10.2%, 2.5% and 7.7%, respectively. Apple shares have declined 15.8% in the same time frame. Netflix Outperforms Sector, Peers Image Source: Zacks Investment Research Now, let's look at the value Netflix offers investors at current levels. Currently, NFLX is trading at 44.38X forward 12-month earnings, above its five-year median of 33.79X. Meanwhile, the Zacks Broadcast Radio and Television industry's forward earnings multiple sits at 31.1X. The company's valuation looks somewhat stretched compared with its range and the industry average. Price-to-Earnings (Forward 12 Months) Image Source: Zacks Investment Research Investment Considerations: Balancing Risk and Reward Netflix presents a compelling investment opportunity ahead of second-quarter 2025 results, building on the exceptional first-quarter performance that delivered 13% revenue growth and 27% operating income expansion. Despite trading at a premium and facing competition, Netflix's differentiated content strategy continues driving subscriber growth, highlighted by the highly anticipated Squid Game finale and star-studded releases featuring Tom Hardy, Vince Vaughn, and Tina Fey. The company's advertising business momentum accelerated through the successful Netflix Ads Suite rollout across all 12 markets, supporting management's guidance for doubling ad revenues in 2025. Combined with AI-powered platform enhancements, global content investments, and strong pricing power, Netflix's multiple growth drivers position the stock for continued outperformance in an increasingly competitive streaming landscape. Conclusion Netflix's strong first-quarter foundation, compelling second-quarter content slate, accelerating advertising platform expansion, and innovative user experience enhancements position the company for another quarter of exceptional performance. With multiple growth drivers firing simultaneously and management's confident outlook, investors should buy Netflix ahead of second-quarter 2025 results to capitalize on the streaming leader's sustained strong competitive momentum. Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report Inc. (AMZN) : Free Stock Analysis Report Apple Inc. (AAPL) : Free Stock Analysis Report Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) : Free Stock Analysis Report The Walt Disney Company (DIS) : Free Stock Analysis Report This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research ( Zacks Investment Research Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
New York Post
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Why 'Wedding Crashers' sequel hasn't happened: cinematographer
'Wedding Crashers 2' is long overdue. Cinematographer Julio Macat exclusively told The Post why he thinks a sequel to the 2005 comedy still hasn't been made 20 years later. 'I think it hasn't happened because of all the moving parts with the actors and availability, really,' the 68-year-old explained. 'Because it's hard for an actor to commit and say yes, I'm available on these dates.' Advertisement 8 Owen Wilson and Vince Vaughn in 'Wedding Crashers.' ©New Line Cinema/Courtesy Everett Collection 8 Julio Macat in his interview with The Post. The New York Post Macat doesn't think a sequel would work without Vince Vaughn and Owen Wilson either. Advertisement 'I don't know who would be in a sequel. It's definitely a different movie if you don't have the main guys,' he noted. 'So it seems to me like you need those guys and maybe they're coming out of retirement or something interesting.' 8 Rachel McAdams and Owen Wilson in 'Wedding Crashers.' ©New Line Cinema/Courtesy Everett Collection 'But I think it'd be really fun,' Macat added. 'I think it would be fun for every one to come back to the party to see what we've all learned in 20 years. Try to play it again. But I think what we learned on the fly was pretty cool and the result of it was worthy.' Since the original film's release, director David Dobkin has discussed ideas for a sequel with Vaughn, 55, and Wilson, 56 — but nothing has come to fruition. Advertisement 8 Owen Wilson and Vince Vaughn in 'Wedding Crashers.' ©New Line Cinema/Courtesy Everett Collection 'I don't think it's 100 percent yet, but they're definitely talking about doing it,' Wilson said to Yahoo! Entertainment in 2021. 'We'll see.' Wilson told Variety that same year: 'If we all agree that we have a good idea, then we're trying to make something good.' Vaughn, for his part, confirmed on 'Good Morning America' last year that he's open to making 'Wedding Crashers 2.' Advertisement 8 Vince Vaughn, Owen Wilson in 'Wedding Crashers.' ©New Line Cinema/Courtesy Everett Collection 'You know, it's been close. They talked about it a few times,' he said. 'I think you just wanna make sure that if you are gonna do it, that there's a great story.' Vaughn would specifically like the sequel to answer the question: 'What's the next chapter in those characters' lives?' 8 Larry Joe Campbell, Rachel McAdams, Geoff Stults, Jenny Alden, Christopher Walken, Ellen Albertini Dow, Jane Seymour, Keir O'Donnell in 'Wedding Crashers.' ©New Line Cinema/Courtesy Everett Collection 'Don't go back and try to tell the same story again,' he noted on the ABC morning show. 'But do something that would be fitting for the time. So if they land on something that seems engaging — it's always a possibility.' Macat told The Post that he's mixed on making a 'Wedding Crashers' sequel. 'I mean, think about it, we got to that level together, and now we could pick it up from that level,' he said. 8 Julio Marcat at the 'Brave the Dark' premiere in January 2025. Getty Images for Angel Studios Advertisement 'But then again,' Macat added, 'everything changes and perception changes. There's moments in your life where just everything lines up. And when you try to force something, it's like dating an old girlfriend or boyfriend. You're like, 'Yeah, it seemed like a good idea at the time, but what the f–k? What am I thinking? It's all still there. It was good for about 10 minutes, and then it was like, oh, f–k.'' 8 Vince Vaughn, Owen Wilson in 'Wedding Crashers' ©New Line Cinema/Courtesy Everett Collection The beloved film, which came out 20 years ago today, follows two divorce mediators (Vaughn and Wilson) who crash weddings to meet and seduce women. Rachel McAdams, Christopher Walken, Bradley Cooper, Isla Fisher and Jane Seymour round out the cast.
New York Post
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Why Vince Vaughn was scolded by ‘Wedding Crashers' cinematographer on set
Life imitated art when Vince Vaughn was filming 'Wedding Crashers.' In honor of the film's 20th anniversary, cinematographer Julio Macat is recalling the moment on set when he had to scold Vaughn, 55 — for excessive partying. 'I gave him sh-t one day because he was partying a little too hard,' Macat, 68, said. 'He showed up one day and you know, I've seen one bag under the eye, I've seen two bags under the eye.' 7 Vince Vaughn in 'Wedding Crashers.' ©New Line Cinema/Courtesy Everett Collection 'So first time I saw three bags under somebody's eye and I go, 'Vince, you got to get some sleep man. This is insane!'' Macat recounted. 'He got mad at me,' Macat said about Vaughn. 'Like, 'Oh, you know, you do your f–ing thing.'' However, their banter 'was all in good fun,' Macat noted. 'I think he's a really good guy,' the cinematographer added. 'We call each other cousins.' 7 Julio Macat in his interview with The Post. The New York Post 7 Julio Macat on the set of 'Daddy's Home 2' in 2017. ©Paramount/Courtesy Everett Collection / Everett Collection In the 2005 comedy directed by David Dobkin, Vaughn and Owen Wilson play divorce mediators who crash weddings to meet and seduce women. Macat was blown away by Vaughn and Wilson's improv during shooting. 'To do improvisation and to do that kind of acting on each other, there's very few actors who can do that successfully,' Macat stated. 'Improv is really tough. Any actor will tell you that to do it and not be dragging on or with uncomfortable pauses is a real trick. And these guys were masters at it.' 7 Isla Fisher, Vince Vaughn in 'Wedding Crashers.' ©New Line Cinema/Courtesy Everett Collection 7 Vince Vaughn, Owen Wilson in 'Wedding Crashers.' ©New Line Cinema/Courtesy Everett Collection 'Vince and Owen had such a chemistry about them. And they were so on top of each other in a really good way that what we found out pretty soon was that the rehearsal was the best take,' he revealed. 'And then you keep trying to chase that to try to grab the same moments and the same moments of freshness.' Macat also spoke highly about his experience working with the film's other famous stars. 'Bradley Cooper was really trying. It was like if he was playing tennis, he was trying to hit as hard as the guys,' Macat said about Cooper, who had a supporting role as Sack Lodge. 'He was really approachable and really appreciative whenever we came up with a shot for him,' Macat explained. 'He was like, 'Oh, great, great. Yeah.' He raised his game.' 7 Vince Vaughn and Owen Wilson in 'Wedding Crashers.' ©New Line Cinema/Courtesy Everett Collection 'Rachel McAdams was awesome,' Macat added about the Oscar nominee, who played Claire Cleary. 'She was really in tune what she was trying to do.' The David Dobkin-directed comedy also featured Christopher Walken, Jane Seymour, Isla Fisher and Keir O'Donnell. In Aug. 2024, Vaughn — who has also starred in raunchy films such as 'Old School' and 'Couples Retreat' — explained why he thinks R-rated comedies are now on life support. 7 Julio Macat at the premiere of 'Because I Said So' in 2007. Getty Images 'They just overthink it,' he said of Hollywood during a 'Hot Ones' appearance. 'And it's like, it's crazy, you get these rules, like, if you did geometry, and you said 87 degrees was a right angle, then all your answers are messed up, instead of 90 degrees. So there became some idea or concept, like, they would say something like, 'You have to have an IP.'' Vaughn cited the board game Battleship as an example of IP that became a 'vehicle for storytelling' due to its recognizable name. 'The people in charge don't want to get fired … so than they're looking to do something great, so they want to kind of follow a set of rules that somehow get set in stone, that don't really translate,' he went on. 'But as long as they follow them, they're not going to lose their job because they can say, 'Well, look, I made a movie off the board game 'Payday,' so even though the movie didn't work, you can't let me go, right?''
Forbes
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
What Netflix's Nonnas Quietly Teaches Leaders About Wisdom
Photo byIn Nonnas, the 2025 Netflix dramedy featuring Vince Vaughn as Brooklyn's Joe Scaravella—the real-world story of a city employee mourning the loss of his mother, who decides to rebuild his life by opening a Staten Island restaurant—the kitchen symbolizes the clueless side of many of today's organizations. In the film, Italian grandmothers are hired to cook and revive recipes and dishes from the past in Scaravella's new restaurant. Unexpectedly, at least to me, these nonnas serve as a model of what leaders can do differently. While the plot may follow Scaravella's real-life loss, what lingers is something else entirely: the nonna's newfound purpose found through contribution, identity sustained through the employment of their experience, and the sense of community deepened by the transfer of their gained wisdom. Older Workers as Contributors, Not Ghosts At Enoteca Maria—the namesake restaurant of Scaravella's now-deceased mother—the nonnas manage the menu, calibrate sauces and pasta by intuition, and lead the kitchen service with confidence. They cook, teach, dance, and regale others with their deep cuts' menu items. There's even a little imbibing of limoncello. In one scene, Lorraine Bracco's Sicilian cook character and Brenda Vaccaro's Bolognese counterpart engage in a playful culinary tiff rooted in regional pride and mutual affection. It's a moment that underscores how experience and humor can build camaraderie. Many organizations mistake this sort of elderly impact by assigning older workers to advisory roles. Worse, they exit them from the organization, depicting them as too expensive or too slow. Nonnas demonstrates how wisdom can matter when it is actively applied. A flashback scene with Scaravella's mother, Maria, cements another lesson, one of something every leader ought to employ: learning by doing. Maria looks into the camera while plating the 'gravy,' also known as spaghetti sauce, and states, 'One does not grow old at the table.' Those words shift from sentiment to a calling card for today's leaders. It is through experience, conversation, and collaboration that wisdom can grow on your team. Indeed, data reinforces that 'the times they are a-changin'.' At least demographically. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the share of workers aged 65 and older in the labor force is projected to account for nearly 60 percent of total labor force growth between 2022 and 2032. The labor force participation rate for adults aged 75 and older has also increased steadily, reaching 8.3 percent in 2023 and is projected to rise to 10.1 percent by 2033. In Canada, the labor force participation rate for those aged 70 and older more than doubled from approximately 3.0% in 2000 to 6.7% in 2023, according to Statistics Canada. Add to that plummeting birth rates, and, eventually, the wisdom of older workers will become unequivocally necessary in your organization. Culture Emerges Through Experience & Knowledge In an interview with TIME Magazine, Scaravella captures the sentiment of older workers and their positive effect on corporate culture sublimely: 'This is not a restaurant,' he says. 'It walks like a restaurant, smells like a restaurant, talks like a restaurant, but it's not a restaurant. It's a cultural exchange.' That declaration reframes Enoteca Maria as a living ecosystem of cultural exchange rather than a venue simply for food delivery. Too many corporate cultures rest on glossy posters, mission statements, and hollow slogans of purpose. They further demonstrate their lack of foresight when they push experience out of the building. Culture does not swap easily for slogans. It requires presence, patience, and a plan for knowledge transfer. While many organizations recognize the importance of knowledge transfer, i4cp research highlights that most still struggle to implement effective programs and processes to capture and share critical knowledge, with significant challenges remaining in fostering a strong learning culture and eliminating silos. At Enoteca Maria, culture lives in each shift: the rhythm of risotto, the turn of tagliatelle, and the pass of the ladle. Lessons are not delivered; they are demonstrated between the nonnas and the customers. That is a strategically curated culture, not a short-term quest to drive down costs and drive out wisdom. Experience Fuels Innovation Innovation is often cast as the province of the young. Nonnas positively reframes the conversation entirely. There are several scenes in which the nonnas' wisdom is on full display as they concoct meals with new abundance and creativity. Research consistently demonstrates that the accumulation of crystallized intelligence—knowledge, expertise, and wisdom acquired over time—empowers older workers to excel in complex and ambiguous situations. Studies also show that older adults often outperform their younger counterparts in strategic decision-making, particularly when judgment and experience are required. This cognitive advantage of older workers can enable teams and organizations to navigate uncertainty with greater confidence and resilience. Those that foster generational diversity within their leadership and teams benefit from a broader range of perspectives and insights. For example, research by McKinsey & Company highlights that companies with diverse leadership teams, including those spanning multiple generations, consistently achieve superior business outcomes and innovation. By embracing the strengths of older workers, organizations not only leverage their wisdom but also position themselves for sustained success in evolving markets. Nonnas cooks that same lesson throughout the film. Contribution Across Life's Stages Many organizations still view career paths as a ladder, encouraging employees to climb until they are pushed out or the ladder is inconveniently snatched away. Nonnas tells a different story. Scaravella's restaurant is built around the power of their wisdom and contribution. They have boomeranged back into a working environment where not only are they thriving but also making meaningful contributions. They are not ornamental. The nonnas are foundational to the business's success. When organizations stop treating experience as an aging asset, contribution becomes lifelong. Wisdom remains active, and younger employees can learn from the ways of their older brethren. Nonnas delivers a simple, powerful lesson: experience does not have to expire. As the demographic crisis begins to take hold of the Western world, leaders will ignore the wisdom of wisdom at their own peril.
