Some people were worried that Netflix wouldn't be able to get new customers because of competition, higher prices, and delays in new shows. But actually, they added 8.8 million new subscribers from July to September, which is the most in over two years. They did this by charging extra for people who share their account with other households, and by offering a cheaper plan with ads.

Netflix thinks that people will keep watching their shows because they have a mix of popular shows they made themselves and shows they bought from other companies. They know that buying shows from other companies is important, especially now that there's a strike in Hollywood and new shows aren't being made.

Netflix is doing really well financially. They made 7.8% more money in the last three months, and they made $1.67 billion in profits. They want more people to switch to the cheaper plan with ads because they think it will make them even more money. That's why they're making the basic plan more expensive, so people will choose the cheaper one instead.

Experts think that Netflix will keep raising prices in the future to make sure they keep making money. They also think that Netflix will start doing other things, like opening stores and places where people can eat and have "Netflix experiences." After they announced the price increase, the value of Netflix shares went up by more than 10%.

Original news source: Netflix raises prices despite password crackdown success (BBC)

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1. What is Netflix and why is it popular?
2. How would you feel if Netflix raised its prices? Why?
3. Do you think it's fair for people to share their Netflix account with others? Why or why not?
4. Have you ever shared your Netflix account with someone else? Why or why not?
5. What do you think about Netflix offering a cheaper plan with ads? Would you choose that option? Why or why not?
6. How important is it for Netflix to buy shows from other companies? Why?
7. How do you think the strike in Hollywood affects Netflix?
8. Do you think Netflix will continue to be successful in the future? Why or why not?
9. How do you think opening stores and "Netflix experiences" would benefit Netflix?
10. Would you be interested in going to a Netflix store or having a "Netflix experience"? Why or why not?
11. How do you feel about companies raising prices to make more money?
12. Do you think it's worth paying more for a subscription if it means getting access to more shows? Why or why not?
13. What other streaming services do you use, and how do they compare to Netflix?
14. How do you think the increase in prices will affect Netflix's competition with other streaming services?
15. Do you think it's a good idea for Netflix to focus on making more money, or should they prioritize providing affordable plans for their customers? Why or why not?

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