Netflix Following Amazon-Style Subscriber Tactics? Tests Streaming Deal With France's Carrefour To Boost Customer Base

Netflix, Inc. NFLX is reportedly experimenting with a collaborative initiative alongside French retailer Carrefour S.A. CRERF in a trial program. 

The objective is to attract a larger customer base to its most affordable subscription, mirroring a strategy employed by Amazon.Com AMZN to enhance its streaming service clientele, Bloomberg reported, citing a joint statement.

In Bordeaux and Rouen, customers can avail of the regular ad-supported Netflix subscription at €5.99 ($6.52) monthly. 

This bundled offer encompasses a 10% discount on Carrefour-branded supermarket items and complimentary shipping for orders exceeding €60, Bloomberg added.

Should the trial garner sufficient sign-ups, Carrefour plans to extend the offer nationwide in France, the report read. 

Meanwhile, in India, Netflix India’s revenue rose 24% to ₹2,214 crore in FY23, driven by lower subscription prices and a wider title range. The company’s net profit soared 75% to Rs 35 crore, excluding content investments under Los Gatos.

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Netflix, aiming to boost its lower-priced plan introduced in 2022 and reaching 15 million global customers by November, draws inspiration from Amazon Prime Video’s strategy, bundling it with the expedited Prime delivery service to attract a wider user base for its streaming service, Bloomberg added.

Price Action: NFLX shares are trading lower by 0.74% to $488.53 on the last check Tuesday. 

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