More Upside For Netflix Stock? Wall Street Reacts To 'Surprise' Global Announcement

Netflix, Inc. NFLX's stock has surged during the past two trading sessions after the company announced that it is now live in 130 new countries, including major markets India and Russia. Shares traded recently at $118.82.

Here's what seven Wall Street firms have to say about the stock following the announcement.

MKM Partners

Analyst Rob Sanderson called Netflix his "highest conviction large cap over the next few years" and maintained his Buy rating and $145 price target.

UBS

Analyst Doug Mitchelson said the announcement "increases Netflix's addressable int'l coverage by 50% in one day." He maintained his Buy rating but upped his price target from $143 to $147.

Bank of America

Analyst Nat Schindler said the announcement "effectively makes Netflix the world’s first global TV platform." The firm has a Buy rating and $137 price target on the stock.

Goldman Sachs

Analyst Heath Terry believes Netflix "can create significant shareholder value by replicating its model globally, driving scale benefits, and expanding margins." Goldman has a Buy rating and a $140 target for the stock.

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Jefferies

Analyst Brian Fitzgerald said Netflix is now "ahead of schedule on global expansion," but remains cautious on the pricey stock. The firm maintained a Hold rating and $105 price target.

Stifel

Analyst Scott Devitt predicts "this drastically accelerated expansion pace suggests 1Q:16 consensus subscriber forecasts may go up meaningfully." The firm maintained a Buy rating and $143 price target for Netflix.

Pacific Crest

Analyst Andy Hargreaves said the expansion "is likely to generate significant scale and efficiency benefits that we believe can drive further gains and continued strong equity appreciation." The firm has an Overweight rating on Netflix and a $140 price target.

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