Can Ad-Supported Streaming Momentum Boost Netflix's Q3 Results?

Netflix NFLX is slated to report third-quarter 2026 results on Oct. 20. Management has guided revenues of $12.86 billion, implying roughly 12% year-over-year growth (11% on a foreign-exchange-neutral basis), with adjusted earnings per share (EPS) projected at 82 cents and net income at $3.45 billion. The key question is whether ad momentum has offset slower engagement growth and rising costs. Netflix, Inc. Price and EPS SurpriseNetflix, Inc. Price and EPS Surprise Netflix, Inc. price-eps-surprise | Netflix, Inc. Quote Click here to know how the company's overall third-quarter performance is expected to be. Advertising Likely Acted as a Key Growth Lever Advertising is expected to have been the standout driver.