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Netflix's Ted Sarandos Shrugs Off Lionsgate, NBCUniversal Buyout Buzz While Reiterating 'We Are Primarily Builders, Not Buyers'

Ananya Gairola

Netflix ruled out major M&A plans, saying the company remains focused on building and partnerships as shares fell after mixed Q2 results.

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