Mike Tyson and Beyonce are two of the most influential figures in their respective industries. With their recent collaborations with Netflix, the streaming giant has seen a significant boost in its stock performance.
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Netflix made headlines on Monday when it announced that over 60 million households tuned in to watch the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight that took place on Friday. The main event match set a new global record with 65 million concurrent viewers, showcasing the immense popularity of the event.
In addition to the main event, the co-main event featuring Amanda Serrano vs. Katie Taylor drew in roughly 50 million households worldwide. Both boxing matches took place at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, further solidifying Netflix’s foray into live sports broadcasting.
Despite the success of the boxing matches, Netflix faced criticism for technical difficulties that occurred during the event. The New York Times reported that Downdetector received over 500,000 reports of users experiencing streaming issues on Netflix during the live broadcast.
In response to the overwhelming success of the boxing matches, Netflix announced that the Houston Texans will host the Baltimore Ravens on Christmas Day at NRG Stadium. This game will feature a halftime performance by none other than music superstar Beyonce.
Beyonce will be performing live for the first time songs from her critically acclaimed album “Cowboy Carter” during the halftime show. This highly anticipated event is expected to draw in a massive viewership, further boosting Netflix’s standing in the competitive streaming market.
On Christmas Day, Netflix will broadcast two NFL games, starting with the Pittsburgh Steelers facing off against the Kansas City Chiefs at 1 p.m. Eastern time. The second game will feature the Baltimore Ravens taking on the Houston Texans at 4:30 p.m. Eastern.
The excitement surrounding these upcoming events has had a tangible impact on Netflix’s stock performance. Today, Netflix stock closed at 847.05, marking a 2.8% increase on the stock market. Earlier in the session, NFLX stock reached a record high of 848.45, reflecting the positive investor sentiment surrounding the company.
Netflix’s stock is included in two prominent lists: the IBD 50 and the Big Cap 20, further solidifying its position as a top performer in the market. With influential figures like Mike Tyson and Beyonce lending their support and star power to the streaming service, Netflix is poised for continued success and growth in the future.