Analysts break down the challenges and opportunities facing Netflix as it seeks its next growth avenues.

Netflix earnings are coming after the bell Thursday, with analysts generally bullish on the stock that has already risen more than 40% this year.

Netflix is due to report third-quarter earnings after the closing bell Thursday. Wall Street expects earnings per share of $5.12 and revenue of $9.76 billion, according to LSEG. Executives will hold a call with analysts at 4:45 p.