Netflix lays off 6% of workforce amidst slowing growth

NPR | By Ayesha Rascoe

Published October 25, 2026 at 8:25 AM EDT

Netflix is regrouping after the release of its latest quarterly earnings this week. Revenue growth at the streaming giant has slowed as the company works to overhaul its programming unit.

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