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Markets·October 25, 2026 at 11:46 AM EDT·1 source

Netflix Users Are Watching Less, Not Opening the App as Often

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News

What happened

  • Netflix users are watching less and opening the streaming service less often, according to people familiar with the matter.
  • The report describes the trend as the latest sign of engagement challenges for Netflix.

Why it matters

Lower engagement could affect how media professionals assess Netflix’s audience strength, content performance and competitive position.

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  5. First reported by Bloomberg4h
    Netflix Users Are Watching Less, Not Opening the App as Often

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  1. Bloomberg4h
    Netflix Users Are Watching Less, Not Opening the App as Often

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