Major Averages Mixed as Investors Await Fed Policy Meeting Conclusion
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Dec 10 2025
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Should l Buy NFLX?
The major averages were mixed near noon as investors await the conclusion of the Federal Reserve's policy meeting, with the results of the meeting set to be released at 2:00 pm ET this afternoon. Markets expect a rate cut, but remain wary about what guidance might come afterward. Equity investors are acting cautiously. With heightened uncertainty about future rate moves and economic growth, trading volume and conviction remain muted.Looking to commodities, gold was fractitonally lower, with the commodity continuing its up-and-down run. Oil prices were lower as well after the release of crude data.Get caught up quickly on the top news and calls moving stocks with these five Top Five lists.1. STOCK NEWS:GE Vernovadoubled its quarterly dividend, raised its buyback authorization, updated its FY25 revenue guidance, andCracker Barrelreportedand cut its FY26 revenue guidanceSK Hynix is exploring a U.S. listing to lift its global valuation,Lakeland Industriesreportedand withdrew its FY26 guidanceAmazonwill pay Italian tax authorities EUR723M in a settlement,2. WALL STREET CALLS:GE Vernovato Outperform at RBC Capital and Oppenheimer after the company raised its medium-term outlookEchoStarto Overweight at Morgan StanleyPepsiCoto Overweight at JPMorganRobloxwith a Buy at B. RileyHSBCBiogento Reduce, its sell-equivalent rating3. AROUND THE WEB:After Netflixannounced its deal for Warner Bros. Discovery, Larry Ellison called President Donald Trump to argue it would hurt competition,Nvidiahas built location verification technology to indicate what country its chips are operating in, a move that could help prevent the chips from being smuggled into countries where the export is banned,AirbusCEO Guillaume Faury said it was possible Boeingwould win in the annual order race for the first time in six years,CoupangCEO Park Dae-jun has resigned and is taking responsibility for a massive data breach at the company,Elliot Investment Management has increased its stake in Toyotato 5.01%, increasing pressure on the client as it plans to buy out the forklift manufacturer,4. MOVERS:Brazeincreases afterand raising its guidance for FY26Photronicsand Dave & Buster'sgain afterTerns Pharmaceuticalshigher after announcing aAeroVironmentfalls afterand cutting its guidance for FY26Wave Life Scienceslower in New York after announcing a5. EARNINGS/GUIDANCE:Chewy, with EPS and revenue beating consensusJ.Jilland provided guidance for FY25 and Q4, with CEO Mary Ellen Coyne commenting, "We delivered better than expected earnings results with topline at the high end of our expectations"Hello Group, with EPS and revenue lower year-over-yearREV Group, with EPS and revenue beating consensusDaktronics, with interim CEO Brad Wiemann commenting, "We delivered another solid quarter of revenue and profit expansion"INDEXES:Near midday, the Dow was up 0.51%, or 242.04, to 47,802.33, the Nasdaq was down 0.18%, or 41.77, to 23,534.72, and the S&P 500 was up 0.10%, or 7.05, to 6,847.56.
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Analyst Views on NFLX
Wall Street analysts forecast NFLX stock price to rise
38 Analyst Rating
27 Buy
10 Hold
1 Sell
Moderate Buy
Current: 88.250
Low
92.00
Averages
114.18
High
150.00
Current: 88.250
Low
92.00
Averages
114.18
High
150.00
About NFLX
Netflix, Inc. is a provider of entertainment services. The Company acquires, licenses and produces content, including original programming. It provides paid memberships in over 190 countries offering television (TV) series, films and games across a variety of genres and languages. It allows members to play, pause and resume watching as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, and can change their plans at any time. The Company offers members the ability to receive streaming content through a host of Internet-connected devices, including TVs, digital video players, TV set-top boxes and mobile devices. It is engaged in scaling its streaming service, such as introducing games and advertising on its service, as well as offering live programming. It is developing technology and utilizing third-party cloud computing, technology and other services. The Company is also engaged in scaling its own studio operations to produce original content.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
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- Post-Split Performance: Amazon's 20-for-1 split on June 3, 2022, resulted in a 124% stock price increase, while Alphabet's similar split on July 15, 2022, led to a remarkable 250% rise, showcasing the positive impact of splits on stock prices.
- Industry Impact: Although Netflix's 10-for-1 split in 2025 resulted in a 20% decline, the uncertainty surrounding its acquisition of Warner Bros. illustrates that company fundamentals and market dynamics have a more significant influence on stock prices than the split itself.
- Investor Insights: Stock splits do not alter a company's fundamentals, but if a quality company continues to achieve earnings growth post-split, investors may see new opportunities for returns, highlighting the importance of selecting high-quality companies.
See More
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- Reason for Stock Splits: Amazon, Alphabet, and Tesla executed stock splits in mid-2022 after experiencing triple or quadruple-digit gains over the previous three years, aiming to lower share prices to attract more investors and potentially initiate a new growth phase.
- Price Performance Review: Prior to their splits, Nvidia's stock surged over 200% in the three years leading up to the split, while Netflix's stock skyrocketed more than 300% in the two and a half years before its split, indicating that strong pre-split performance set the stage for future growth.
- Post-Split Performance: Although Netflix's stock split occurred recently, making direct comparisons challenging, historical data suggests that companies that have completed stock splits often see their share prices rise again over the long term, providing returns to investors.
- Investor Strategy Insights: Stock splits do not affect a company's fundamentals, so investors should focus on earnings growth and prospects; if a quality company continues to deliver growth post-split, it may yield substantial returns once again.
See More
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- Post-Split Performance: Amazon's 20-for-1 split on June 3, 2022, resulted in a 124% stock price increase; Alphabet's 20-for-1 split on July 15, 2022, led to a 250% rise; and Tesla's 3-for-1 split on August 24, 2022, saw a 34% increase, showcasing the positive impact of splits on stock prices.
- Comparison of Nvidia and Netflix: Nvidia's 10-for-1 split on June 7, 2024, resulted in a 71% increase, while Netflix's similar split on November 14, 2025, led to a 20% decline, reflecting differing market reactions to these companies.
- Long-Term Growth Potential: Historical data suggests that companies that have completed stock splits often see their share prices soar again in the long run, prompting investors to focus on fundamental performance and earnings growth to identify future investment opportunities.
See More
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- Advertising Presentation Schedule: Next week, the media world will converge in New York, with NBCUniversal, Fox, Amazon, Disney, and others showcasing their NFL programming, which is expected to solidify trends observed last year, particularly with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell's attendance at both YouTube and Netflix events.
- Value of NFL Programming: NBCU will highlight the value of 'Sunday Night Football,' the most-watched show on U.S. television for the past 15 years, while Fox will showcase its NFL programming's highest ratings since 2015, averaging 19.63 million viewers last year.
- ESPN's Digital Subscription Success: Disney reported that revenue from ESPN's digital subscription service has more than offset losses from traditional cable cancellations, although the sports segment's operating income is expected to decline by 14% year-over-year due to rising programming fees, potentially leading to a price increase for ESPN Unlimited.
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- Significant Net Loss: Warner Bros. Discovery reported a staggering net loss of $2.9 billion in Q1, significantly higher than the $453 million loss from the previous year, primarily due to $1.3 billion in acquisition-related costs and a $2.8 billion termination fee, which severely impacts the company's financial health.
- Streaming Revenue Growth: Despite an overall revenue decline, streaming revenue increased by 9% to approximately $2.89 billion, driven by the expansion of HBO Max in international markets and a rise in subscribers to the ad-supported tier, indicating the company's potential in digital transformation.
- Decline in Linear TV Networks: Revenue from Warner's linear TV networks fell to $4.38 billion, an 8% decrease year-over-year, with advertising revenue down 11%, primarily due to the absence of NBA media rights, reflecting ongoing challenges faced by traditional television businesses.
- Strong Film Division Performance: The film studio division saw a 35% increase in revenue to $3.13 billion year-over-year, indicating robust performance in content creation and market demand, which may support the company's financial recovery in the future.
See More
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- Subscriber Growth Driver: The recent launch of HBO Max in the U.K. and Ireland contributed to a 10% rise in subscriber-related revenue, demonstrating the company's ability to leverage its extensive library of HBO originals and global entertainment brands to enhance market competitiveness.
- Significant Loss Impact: Despite strong performance in the streaming segment, Warner Bros reported a net loss of $2.92 billion in Q1, which included a $2.8 billion termination fee paid to Netflix, significantly impacting the company's financial health.
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