$1,000 Invested in Netflix (NFLX) at the Start of 2026 Is Worth This Much Today

Netflix stock has declined 25.2% in 2026, turning a $1,000 investment into $748, significantly underperforming the S&P 500's 12.7% gain. The stock's P/E ratio has fallen 40% since the start of the year due to declining market sentiment. While Netflix historically delivered strong growth, it now faces intense competition and slowing engagement metrics, with only 2% more content hours streamed in the first half of 2026 compared to the prior year.