Not Again! Netflix Hiking Prices!

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(TheProudRepublic.com) – Netflix’s latest price hike blatantly attacks hardworking Americans struggling to make ends meet as the streaming giant announced raising costs across all subscription plans, including its ad-supported tier.

While the Standard plan without ads will now cost a whopping $17.99 per month, up from $15.49, the so-called “affordable” ad-supported plan is increasing from $6.99 to $7.99 monthly. The Premium plan is skyrocketing to an outrageous $24.99 per month.

These price hikes are not limited to the U.S., with similar increases planned for Canada, Portugal, and Argentina, showing Netflix’s global scheme to squeeze more money from subscribers worldwide.

The company attempted to justify this blatant cash grab by claiming it is necessary for “continued investment in programming and delivering value to members.”

At the same time, the company already boasts a record-breaking 302 million memberships and reported a staggering 18.9 million new subscribers in Q4 2024 alone.

This price increase is particularly egregious given the current economic climate.

Hardworking Americans are already struggling with inflation and rising costs, and now they are expected to fork over even more of their hard-earned money for entertainment.

“When you’re going to ask for a price increase, you better make sure you have the goods and engagement to back it up,” said Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos during Tuesday’s investor call, noting upcoming series and movies to be released in 2025.

Moreover, it is worth noting that Netflix is not alone in this predatory behavior. Other streaming services are following suit, raising prices and pushing ad-supported plans in a desperate attempt to reach profitability.

While Netflix navigates this strategic price elevation to align with evolving subscription models, the broader industry also grapples with similar challenges.

The future might see a reshaped platform landscape where financial sustainability often outweighs subscriber satisfaction in the race for streaming dominance.

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