Media and Entertainment Media and Entertainment
Wed, February 12, 2025

Streamers Can't Match Netflix's Scale, And It Won't Get Easier


Published on 2025-02-12 12:44:34 - Forbes
  Print publication without navigation

  • Bigger is better in subscription streaming, but only Netflix and Disney are big enough to keep winning Everyone else should consolidate, an analyst report says

The article from Forbes, published on February 12, 2025, discusses the challenges other streaming services face in trying to match Netflix's scale and market dominance. Despite efforts by competitors like Disney+, HBO Max, and Amazon Prime Video to expand their content libraries and subscriber bases, Netflix continues to lead due to its extensive global reach, robust content strategy, and significant investments in original programming. The piece highlights that Netflix's early mover advantage, combined with its sophisticated data analytics for content personalization, creates a formidable barrier for other streamers. Additionally, the article notes that as the streaming market matures, the cost of content acquisition and production rises, making it increasingly difficult for other platforms to catch up. The author suggests that while some services might find niche success, the overall trend indicates that Netflix's lead will likely widen, not narrow, in the coming years.

Read the Full Forbes Article at:
[ https://www.forbes.com/sites/dbloom/2025/02/12/streamers-cant-match-netflixs-scale-and-it-wont-get-easier/ ]