The Rundown Netflix Faces Slower Growth, United Airlines Expects Record Profits
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Jan 21, 2026 Stocks took a hit after Trump’s Greenland tariffs sparked investor jitters. Netflix's shares fell with reports of slower growth and increased spending ahead of a Warner deal. Meanwhile, United Airlines is flying high, projecting record profits for 2026. GameStop saw a surge after CEO Ryan Cohen snatched up more shares. Don't miss the impressive fact that K-Pop Demon Hunters became Netflix's most-watched title ever, racking up a staggering 480 million views!
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Geopolitics Triggered A Quick Risk-Off Move
- Markets sold off after President Trump threatened tariffs to force a Greenland sale, prompting a move into safe havens like gold and silver.
- Rising 10-year yields and a weaker dollar increased borrowing costs and investor uncertainty, fueling the so-called “sell America” trade.
Growth Slowdown Meets Rising Spend
- Netflix beat Q4 revenue and profit estimates but warned of slower 2026 growth and higher spending.
- Increased content spend, paused buybacks, and the $72B Warner bid raised short-term profit concerns and investor anxiety.
Ads Are Becoming Material For Netflix
- Netflix's ad business doubled to over $1.5 billion in 2025 and management expects it to double again in 2026.
- Ads are becoming a meaningful revenue stream even as subscription growth cools and content costs rise.