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Netflix Expands Ad Tier Amid Rising Subscription Prices

4/13/2026

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Netflix, Inc. remains the leading streaming service with 325 million global paid subscribers.
Netflix has launched a cheaper ad-supported tier to counter competition from YouTube and TikTok.
Netflix, Inc. and other media firms have raised subscription prices despite consumer pushback.
Analysts say Netflix's pricing could boost global advertising.
Netflix reported over $1.5 billion in ad revenue for 2025 and expects it to double in 2026.

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Story summary

Netflix, Inc. remains the leading streaming service with 325 million global paid subscribers.
Netflix has launched a cheaper ad-supported tier to counter competition from YouTube and TikTok.
Netflix, Inc. and other media firms have raised subscription prices despite consumer pushback.
Analysts say Netflix's pricing could boost global advertising.
Netflix reported over $1.5 billion in ad revenue for 2025 and expects it to double in 2026.