# Shares of Netflix are trading fractionally lower this year and have plunged 15% since Thursday.

*business · news · 2026-04-22 · CNBC*

## Key points

- Netflix's move into live entertainment is seen as a new long-term growth opportunity.
- Retail net buying of Netflix stock spiked to $290 million, the highest since December 2025.
- Netflix's recent forecast of 78 cents EPS missed analyst expectations of 84 cents per share.
- UnitedHealth Group's medical loss ratio and earnings beat are driving renewed investor confidence.
- Cybersecurity sector earnings momentum has slowed, with AI competition intensifying market challenges.

**Companies:** Netflix, UnitedHealth Group, Virtus Investment Partners, Short Hills Capital Partners, Partners Group
**Countries:** United States

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