About Netflix, Inc. (NFLX)
Netflix, Inc. is a Entertainment company operating in the Communication Services sector.
NFLX trades on the US stock exchanges (NYSE/NASDAQ) and is classified as a large-cap stock .
Key Statistics
- Current Price
- $62.08
- Market Cap
- $258.50B
- 52-Week High
- $116.73
- 52-Week Low
- $61.39
- Sector
- Communication Services
- Industry
- Entertainment
$1,000 Invested in Netflix, Inc. (NFLX)
How much would $1,000 invested in NFLX be worth today?
What would $1,000 invested in NFLX 1 year ago be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) in 2025 would be worth $570 as of November 2026, representing a -43.0% total return.
What would $1,000 invested in NFLX 3 years ago be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) in 2023 would be worth $1,538 as of November 2026, representing a +53.8% total return.
What would $1,000 invested in NFLX 5 years ago be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) in 2021 would be worth $924 as of November 2026, representing a -7.6% total return.
What would $1,000 invested in NFLX 10 years ago be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) in 2016 would be worth $4,869 as of November 2026, representing a +386.9% total return.
What would $1,000 invested in NFLX at IPO be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) at IPO would be worth $518,877 as of November 2026, representing a +51787.7% total return.
Monthly Returns Heatmap
Over the past 24+ years (293 months), Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) has averaged a monthly return of +3.40% with a median return of +2.72%. The stock had 174 positive months (59%) and 119 negative months (41%). The best month in NFLX's history was January 2013 with a +78.5% return, while the worst was September 2011 at -51.8%. Historically, January tends to be the strongest month (averaging +14.7%), and July the weakest (-0.8%).
NFLX's longest winning streak was 9 consecutive months of gains, while its longest losing streak was 6 consecutive months of losses. The best full year was 2003 with a cumulative return of +191.0%, and the worst was 2011 at -59.0%.
Annual Returns
Over 24 years of trading history, Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) has delivered an average annual return of +60.16% with a median return of +27.26%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is +31.95%. The stock posted gains in 18 years (75%) and losses in 6 years (25%).
NFLX's best year was 2003 with a +396.73% gain, while the worst was 2011 at -60.56%. The longest streak of consecutive positive years was 7, and the longest losing streak was 1 years. NFLX achieved double-digit gains (10%+) in 15 years. It suffered double-digit losses in 4 years.
| Year | Return | Start | End |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -33.79% | $93.76 | $62.08 |
| 2025 | +5.19% | $89.13 | $93.76 |
| 2024 | +83.07% | $48.69 | $89.13 |
| 2023 | +65.11% | $29.49 | $48.69 |
| 2022 | -51.05% | $60.24 | $29.49 |
| 2021 | +11.41% | $54.07 | $60.24 |
| 2020 | +67.11% | $32.36 | $54.07 |
| 2019 | +20.89% | $26.77 | $32.36 |
| 2018 | +39.44% | $19.20 | $26.77 |
| 2017 | +55.06% | $12.38 | $19.20 |
| 2016 | +8.24% | $11.44 | $12.38 |
| 2015 | +134.38% | $4.88 | $11.44 |
| 2014 | -7.21% | $5.26 | $4.88 |
| 2013 | +297.63% | $1.32 | $5.26 |
| 2012 | +33.63% | $0.99 | $1.32 |
| 2011 | -60.56% | $2.51 | $0.99 |
| 2010 | +218.93% | $0.79 | $2.51 |
| 2009 | +84.31% | $0.43 | $0.79 |
| 2008 | +12.28% | $0.38 | $0.43 |
| 2007 | +2.94% | $0.37 | $0.38 |
| 2006 | -4.43% | $0.39 | $0.37 |
| 2005 | +119.46% | $0.18 | $0.39 |
| 2004 | -54.91% | $0.39 | $0.18 |
| 2003 | +396.73% | $0.08 | $0.39 |
Frequently Asked Questions: NFLX
What sector is NFLX in? ▼
NFLX operates in the Communication Services sector, specifically in the Entertainment industry. This sector includes telecom companies, media firms, and interactive entertainment businesses.
How has NFLX performed historically? ▼
Over 24 years of trading history, NFLX has posted gains in 18 years (75% of the time). The best year was 2003 with a +396.7% return. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
How can I invest in NFLX? ▼
You can invest in NFLX through any brokerage account that offers access to US stock exchanges. Popular options include commission-free brokers like Fidelity, Charles Schwab, or Robinhood (US), or international brokers like Interactive Brokers. You can buy individual shares or invest through ETFs that hold NFLX.
Last updated: 11/1/2026