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MCS Stock Chart & Stats
$23.82
$0.04(0.17%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$23.82
$0.04(0.17%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$12.85 - $32.42
Previous CloseN/A
Volume176.81K
Average Volume (3M)170.60K
Market Cap
$904.01M
Enterprise Value$1.02K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$26.34M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$319.98M
Price to Earnings (P/E)41.1
Beta0.70
Next Earnings
Nov 04, 2026EPS Estimate
0.52Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.07%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.73
Shares Outstanding23,847,574
10 Day Avg. Volume243,663
30 Day Avg. Volume170,604
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.14
Price to Book (P/B)1.04
Price to Sales (P/S)0.63
P/FCF Ratio480.51
Enterprise Value/Market Cap<0.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue<0.01
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit<0.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda<0.01
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$32.25Price Target Upside35.39% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering4
EPS Forecast (FY)0.69
Revenue Forecast (FY)$801.21M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Improving Free Cash Flow From Lower CapExManagement’s material CapEx reduction (2026 guidance $50–$55M) and a Q1 free-cash-flow improvement of $36.5M point to a structurally stronger cash-generation profile. Sustained lower investment intensity should convert more revenue into distributable cash, supporting dividends, buybacks or reinvestment without relying on volatile operating earnings.
Theatre Pricing Power And Box-office OutperformanceConsistent admission price increases and a material outperformance versus the national box office indicate durable competitive positioning in the theatre segment. Combined with higher per-capita concessions and digital upsell initiatives, this suggests sustainable revenue-per-visit expansion that cushions film-slate cyclicality over coming quarters.
Strong Liquidity And Manageable LeverageHealthy reported liquidity and modest net leverage give the company durable financial flexibility. With cash on hand, a liquidity buffer and room for opportunistic buybacks or M&A, the balance sheet can absorb near-term shocks and fund strategic initiatives without immediate capital raises, improving resilience across cycles.
Bears Say
Thin And Historically Volatile ProfitabilityNet margins remain slim relative to revenue and returns on equity are modest (TTM ROE ~3.1%), while the company has a multi-year history of profit/loss swings. Such thin, cyclical profitability makes sustained investment returns and payout commitments sensitive to a weaker film slate, seasonal hotel demand or margin pressure.
Operating Loss PersistsA continuing operating loss despite recent gains indicates core operating leverage has not fully normalized. Persistent operating deficits constrain reinvestment and make the recovery path dependent on both box-office success and hotel performance, reducing the durability of earnings improvements absent structural margin gains.
Hotel Revenue Pressure And ADR WeaknessDeclining ADR and weaker food & beverage/other hotel revenues reflect demand and mix issues (including local supply return and a weak ski season). Hotels add earnings volatility and are sensitive to geography and seasonality; prolonged ADR pressure would compress margins and reduce the diversification benefit of the lodging portfolio.
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MCS FAQ
What was Marcus Corp.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Marcus Corp. lowest stock price was $12.85 and its highest was $32.42 in the past 12 months.
What is Marcus Corp.’s market cap?
Marcus Corp.’s market cap is $904.01M.
When is Marcus Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Marcus Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 04, 2026 which is in 79 days.
How were Marcus Corp.’s earnings last quarter?
Marcus Corp. released its earnings results on Jul 30, 2026. The company reported $0.51 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.352 by $0.158.
Is Marcus Corp. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Marcus Corp.’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Marcus Corp. pay dividends?
Marcus Corp. pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.09 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.07%. See more information on Marcus Corp. dividends here
What is Marcus Corp.’s EPS estimate?
Marcus Corp.’s EPS estimate is 0.52.
How many shares outstanding does Marcus Corp. have?
Marcus Corp. has 23,847,574 shares outstanding.
What happened to Marcus Corp.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Marcus Corp. reported an EPS of $0.51 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.352. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 18.95%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Marcus Corp.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in MCS
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
$32.25 (35.39% Upside)
$32.25 (35.39% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
MCS Sentiment 67%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 3.3K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
51.38%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
1.07%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-1.65%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Marcus Corp.
Operating primarily within the United States, The Marcus Corporation is a diversified enterprise focused on entertainment and hospitality. Its operations are structured into two principal segments: Theatres, and Hotels and Resorts. The Theatres segment manages multi-screen cinema complexes and additionally encompasses Funset Boulevard, a family entertainment destination. As of December 30, 2021, this division's portfolio included 1,064 screens across 85 motion picture theatre venues in 17 states, utilizing brand identities such as Marcus Theatres, Movie Tavern by Marcus, and BistroPlex. Its Hotels and Resorts division is involved in both the ownership and direct operation of full-service accommodation properties, as well as providing management services for hotels, resorts, and other real estate assets on behalf of third parties. By December 30, 2021, it either wholly owned or held a majority interest in 8 hotels and resorts, while also managing 11 additional properties for external clients. Furthermore, the company extends its expertise to provide hospitality management services, including front desk operations, housekeeping, and property upkeep, specifically for a vacation ownership development. Established in 1935, the corporation maintains its headquarters in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
MCS Earnings Call
Q2 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call highlighted broad, material improvements across revenue, profitability, cash flow, and operating metrics in both theatres and hotels, with multiple record or post-pandemic highs and clear outperformance vs peers. Management acknowledged remaining sources of volatility (film cadence, short booking windows, travel-cost sensitivity) and conservative discipline on capital allocation and M&A. On balance the positives and momentum substantially outweigh the manageable headwinds.View all MCS earnings summariesMCS Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$32.25
▲(35.39% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
7.38% Insiders
16.54% Mutual Funds
26.07% Other Institutional Investors
31.14% Public Companies and
Individual Investors