United Parks & Resorts Inc. (PRKS)
NYSE:PRKS
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PRKS Stock Chart & Stats
$36.07
-$0.92(-1.58%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$36.07
-$0.92(-1.58%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$28.77 - $56.95
Previous CloseN/A
Volume132.90K
Average Volume (3M)1.14M
Market Cap
$2.20B
Enterprise Value$4.52B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$28.94M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$2.39B
Price to Earnings (P/E)15.3
Beta1.09
Next Earnings
Aug 12, 2026EPS Estimate
1.67Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)2.68
Shares Outstanding47,135,530
10 Day Avg. Volume1,051,680
30 Day Avg. Volume1,137,210
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.61
Price to Book (P/B)-4.55
Price to Sales (P/S)1.19
P/FCF Ratio7.53
Enterprise Value/Market Cap2.06
Enterprise Value/Revenue2.73
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit4.18
Enterprise Value/Ebitda8.81
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$44.13Price Target Upside22.33% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering9
EPS Forecast (FY)3.47
Revenue Forecast (FY)$1.68B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Cash GenerationSustained positive operating and free cash flow create durable internal funding for maintenance capex, ride investments, debt servicing and shareholder returns. Reliable FCF cushions seasonality, supports opportunistic buybacks and funds growth initiatives without sole reliance on external financing.
Growing Pass Sales And Deferred BookingsRising paid-pass momentum and higher deferred revenue increase forward revenue visibility and reduce per-visit volatility. Memberships and advanced bookings lock in repeat visitation, improve cash flow timing, and raise lifetime guest value—structural levers for margin expansion and predictable demand.
Active Capital Allocation And Growth InvestmentsManagement balances shareholder returns with targeted reinvestment in rides, tech and guest experience. Ongoing buybacks signal capital discipline while defined core and growth capex plans plus tech initiatives (digital ordering, automation) support durable revenue uplift and potential operating-cost tailwinds.
Bears Say
High Leverage And Negative EquityA highly levered capital structure and negative equity materially limit financial flexibility. Elevated debt increases refinancing and interest-rate exposure, constrains strategic optionality during downturns, and heightens default risk if cash generation or visitation weakens materially.
Recent Sharp Revenue Step-downA significant revenue decline erodes operating leverage and puts pressure on margins, free cash flow and debt coverage ratios. Reversing this trend requires sustained marketing, new attractions and international recovery; prolonged weakness would strain cash reserves and strategic initiatives.
Attendance Sensitivity, Seasonality And Low Cash BufferHeavy seasonality and weather/international sensitivity make revenue lumpy; limited cash on hand during low season raises short-term liquidity risk. This structural cash-cycle exposure can force higher borrowing or constrain timely investment during troughs or unexpected disruptions.
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PRKS FAQ
What was United Parks & Resorts Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
United Parks & Resorts Inc. lowest stock price was $28.77 and its highest was $56.95 in the past 12 months.
What is United Parks & Resorts Inc.’s market cap?
United Parks & Resorts Inc.’s market cap is $2.20B.
When is United Parks & Resorts Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
United Parks & Resorts Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 12, 2026 which is in 51 days.
How were United Parks & Resorts Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
United Parks & Resorts Inc. released its earnings results on May 11, 2026. The company reported -$0.69 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of -$0.351 by -$0.339.
Is United Parks & Resorts Inc. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts United Parks & Resorts Inc.’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does United Parks & Resorts Inc. pay dividends?
United Parks & Resorts Inc. pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.1 which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on United Parks & Resorts Inc. dividends here
What is United Parks & Resorts Inc.’s EPS estimate?
United Parks & Resorts Inc.’s EPS estimate is 1.67.
How many shares outstanding does United Parks & Resorts Inc. have?
United Parks & Resorts Inc. has 47,135,530 shares outstanding.
What happened to United Parks & Resorts Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
United Parks & Resorts Inc. reported an EPS of -$0.69 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of -$0.351. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -6.859%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of United Parks & Resorts Inc.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in PRKS
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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United Parks & Resorts Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$44.13 (22.33% Upside)
$44.13 (22.33% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Neutral
PRKS Sentiment 50%
Sector Average 66%
Sector Average 66%
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 199.9K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $294.1K 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
9.56%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
-35.46%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
1.43%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
United Parks & Resorts Inc.
United Parks & Resorts Inc., along with its various subsidiaries, functions as a leading theme park and entertainment enterprise within the United States. The company's extensive array of attractions includes prominent SeaWorld theme parks located in Orlando, Florida; San Antonio, Texas; and San Diego, California. It also manages Busch Gardens theme parks situated in Tampa, Florida, and Williamsburg, Virginia. Further diversifying its recreational offerings, the company operates water park attractions in several key locations: Orlando, Florida; San Antonio, Texas; San Diego and Chula Vista, California; Tampa, Florida; and Williamsburg, Virginia. Additionally, its portfolio features an exclusive, reservations-only theme park in Orlando, Florida, as well as a park in Langhorne, Pennsylvania. Overall, the corporation oversees a collection of twelve distinct theme parks, all operating under well-known brands such as SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, Aquatica, Discovery Cove, Water Country USA, Adventure Island, and Sesame Place. The entity, which traces its origins back to 1959 and maintains its primary headquarters in Orlando, Florida, was formerly known as SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. until its rebranding to United Parks & Resorts Inc. in February 2024.
PRKS Earnings Call
Q1 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The call presented a mix of constructive forward indicators (record in‑park spend, strong paid pass growth, deferred revenue improvement, active sponsorship and real‑estate processes, continued buybacks, technology and marketing investments) alongside meaningful short‑term headwinds (Q1 revenue decline, wider net loss, lower EBITDA, attendance disruption from weather and international weakness, and certain non‑cash/one‑time expense pressures). Management emphasized confidence in the remainder of 2026 due to an event/attraction lineup, marketing changes, and cost‑savings plans, but near‑term financial results remain challenged and dependent on weather and international tourism recovery.View all PRKS earnings summariesPRKS Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$44.13
▲(22.33% Upside)
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