The Nasdaq's win streak, Netflix earnings, another AI pivot and more in Morning Squawk
By Alex Harring
Published on April 17, 2026.
The Nasdaq continues its winning streak and Netflix beat analyst expectations for Q1, largely due to the $2.8 billion breakup fee it received following the termination of its proposed Warner Bros. Discovery deal. The company also announced a significant leadership change, with former CEO Reed Hastings set to step down from the board after his term ends in June. Meanwhile, Myseum announced it is focusing on using AI agents for personalization on its platforms. Despite this, shares of Taiwan Semiconductor and ASML fell despite strong chip reports from both companies. The move comes after Allbirds announced it would shift its focus from shoes to AI, but history shows this type of trade doesn't typically pan out well.
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