Netflix Surges 1.32% on $3.44B Volume Ranks 23rd as Analysts Hike Price Targets

On July 30, 2025, Netflix (NFLX) rose 1.32% with a trading volume of $3.44 billion, ranking 23rd in market activity. Analyst activity and strategic partnerships highlighted key developments for the streaming giant.

Jefferies upgraded its price target for Netflix to $1,500 from $1,400, maintaining a Buy rating following the company’s Q2 2025 results. The firm cited 17% year-over-year revenue growth on a foreign exchange-neutral basis, with US and Canada revenue accelerating to 15% from 9%. Management also raised 2025 operating income guidance to 30%, reflecting resilience in customer retention despite recent price hikes. Citi similarly raised its price target to $1,295 from $1,259, retaining a Neutral stance amid improved earnings visibility.

Strategic innovation underscored long-term growth potential. Netflix confirmed integration of Runway AI’s generative video tools to streamline content production and reduce visual effects costs. The collaboration aligns with broader investments in AI-driven efficiency, as the firm aims to expand its ad-supported tier—now accounting for over 55% of new subscribers in eligible markets. Management projects $9 billion in annual ad revenue by 2030, supported by localized content expansion and strategic telecom partnerships.

Backtested data from 2022 to the present showed a strategy of holding the top 500 high-volume stocks for one day yielded a 166.71% return, far exceeding the benchmark’s 29.18%. The approach generated a 137.53% excess return and a 31.89% compound annual growth rate, underscoring liquidity-driven momentum in high-activity equities.