Marcus Corp. (MCS)
NYSE:MCS
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MCS Stock Chart & Stats
$19.82
-$0.19(-0.94%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$19.82
-$0.19(-0.94%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$12.85 - $22.50
Previous CloseN/A
Volume39.70K
Average Volume (3M)154.01K
Market Cap
$673.87M
Enterprise Value$923.55M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$11.23M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$349.90M
Price to Earnings (P/E)48.6
Beta0.68
Next Earnings
Aug 05, 2026EPS Estimate
0.31Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.97%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.44
Shares Outstanding23,743,750
10 Day Avg. Volume202,893
30 Day Avg. Volume154,015
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 Cap1.37
Enterprise Value/Revenue1.21
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit1.06
Enterprise Value/Ebitda10.11
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$24.25Price Target Upside22.35% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering4
EPS Forecast (FY)0.5
Revenue Forecast (FY)$788.04M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Operating Cash Flow StrengthSustained positive operating cash flow (~$104M TTM) provides a durable internal funding source for working capital, modest reinvestment and shareholder returns. That cash generation cushions cyclical revenue swings and supports optionality on buybacks, dividends or opportunistic M&A without overreliance on external financing.
CapEx Reduction Driving Free Cash FlowManagement’s planned capex cut (~$30M reduction vs prior guidance) is a structural lever to convert earnings into durable free cash flow. Lower recurring investment needs should sustainably raise cash available for debt reduction, dividends or buybacks, improving balance sheet flexibility over the medium term.
Controlled Leadership SuccessionA planned, internal succession (CFO promoted to president) reduces execution risk and preserves operational continuity. Internal promotion signals bench strength and institutional knowledge retention, supporting consistent strategic execution across theaters and hotels during a multi-quarter operational reset.
Bears Say
Thin Operating And Net MarginsVery low net and EBIT margins make earnings highly sensitive to small revenue or cost swings. This structural margin thinness limits retained earnings for reinvestment, raises break-even risks during demand softness, and constrains the company's ability to build a durable profitability buffer.
Volatile Free Cash Flow And Weak Cash ConversionInconsistent FCF and extremely low cash conversion indicate earnings often don’t translate into spendable cash. That structural volatility undermines capacity to sustainably fund dividends, buybacks or investments, and raises refinancing or liquidity risk if revenue or margin trends reverse.
Hotels Profitability And ADR PressureWeakness in the hotels segment (lower ADR, falling F&B/other revenues and EBITDA decline) reduces diversification and compresses consolidated margins. Hotels are cyclical; prolonged softness or increased local supply could structurally erode cash flow contribution and raise recovery time for consolidated profitability.
Marcus News
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 $22.50 in the past 12 months.
What is Marcus Corp.’s market cap?
Marcus Corp.’s market cap is $673.87M.
When is Marcus Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Marcus Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 05, 2026 which is in 50 days.
How were Marcus Corp.’s earnings last quarter?
Marcus Corp. released its earnings results on Apr 30, 2026. The company reported -$0.51 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of -$0.52 by $0.01.
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 $0.08 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.97%. See more information on Marcus Corp. dividends here
What is Marcus Corp.’s EPS estimate?
Marcus Corp.’s EPS estimate is 0.31.
How many shares outstanding does Marcus Corp. have?
Marcus Corp. has 23,743,750 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 -$0.52. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -7.164%.
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:
$24.25 (22.35% Upside)
$24.25 (22.35% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
MCS Sentiment 70%
Sector Average 63%
Sector Average 63%
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 3.3K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $146.6K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Very Negative
Last 7 Days ▼ 1.1%
Last 30 Days ▼ 3.9%
Last 30 Days ▼ 3.9%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
32.07%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
3.14%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-2.54%
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
Q1 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
Overall the call conveyed a positive tone: strong operational performance in theaters with meaningful revenue and adjusted-EBITDA gains on a comparable basis, notable RevPAR and occupancy outperformance in hotels despite ADR pressure, substantial free-cash-flow improvement driven by lower CapEx, and a healthy balance sheet. The primary negatives were a continued operating loss, a decline in hotels adjusted EBITDA and some hotel F&B/other revenue softness, as well as an accounting/calendar headwind of 5 fewer operating days. On balance, the positive operational momentum and liquidity improvements outweigh the headwinds described.View all MCS earnings summariesMCS Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$24.25
▲(22.35% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
7.28% Insiders
15.89% Mutual Funds
27.05% Other Institutional Investors
31.63% Public Companies and
Individual Investors