Netflix Stock Falls 19% YTD as Analysts Struggle to Find Catalysts Ahead of July 16 Earnings

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According to CNBC, Netflix stock has declined 19% year-to-date and over 40% in the past 12 months as the company prepares to report earnings on July 16 (local time). Wall Street analysts expressed skepticism about near-term stock drivers, with Jefferies noting they are "still looking for catalysts," while Citigroup and Morgan Stanley cited a lack of meaningful catalysts. In a recent survey by Guggenheim of over 100 online investors, Netflix emerged as the most likely short candidate. Some analysts suggested potential M&A could provide a breakthrough, with Bank of America's Jessica Reif Ehrlich noting Netflix's M&A stance has become "significantly more aggressive" compared to its historical "builder, not buyer" approach, though questions remain about whether the company can maintain premium valuations post-deal.
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