Rep. Byron Donalds Buys Netflix Shares

The Republican congressman disclosed a personal investment in the streaming giant.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 8:10pm

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Representative Byron Donalds (Republican-Florida) recently disclosed that he bought between $1,001 and $15,000 worth of Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ:NFLX) stock on March 20th. The trade was made through Donalds' 'MORAN WEALTH IRA' account.

Why it matters

As a member of Congress, Donalds' stock trades are subject to public disclosure and scrutiny. This purchase signals the Representative's confidence in Netflix's future performance, despite the company's recent stock price volatility.

The details

According to a regulatory filing, Donalds bought the Netflix shares on March 20th. The purchase was made through the Representative's personal investment account. Netflix's stock price has fluctuated in recent months, trading between a 52-week low of $75.01 and a high of $134.12.

  • On March 20th, Donalds bought the Netflix shares.
  • The trade was disclosed in a filing on April 8th.

The players

Byron Donalds

A Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives, representing Florida's 19th Congressional District. Donalds was elected in 2020 and is running for re-election in 2026.

Netflix, Inc.

A global entertainment company that provides subscription-based streaming of films, television series, documentaries and other video content. Netflix was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in Los Gatos, California.

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What’s next

Donalds' purchase of Netflix shares will likely be closely watched by constituents and financial analysts, as members of Congress face increased scrutiny over their personal investment activities.

The takeaway

This purchase by a member of Congress highlights the ongoing debate around transparency and potential conflicts of interest when elected officials make personal financial investments.