Cineplex (TSE:CGX)
TSX:CGX
Earnings Data
Report Date
May 11, 2026TBA (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q1)Consensus EPS Forecast
-0.37Last Year’s EPS
-0.58Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 4 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call highlighted several operational strengths — record per-patron metrics, strong premium mix and robust growth in Cinema Media, along with a strategic $60 million divestiture that strengthened liquidity. Full-year revenue and adjusted EBITDAaL edged higher, and management is optimistic about a materially stronger 2026 film slate and industry box office recovery. However, material near-term challenges remain: attendance declined notably in Q4 (-8.9%), film-segment EBITDA compressed significantly, October was the weakest since 2020, same-store LBE revenue fell, and there is ongoing legal uncertainty around a $39 million booking fee penalty (already accrued). Overall, positive momentum around pricing, mix, media monetization and balance sheet flexibility outweighs the operational headwinds and cyclicality in content, supporting a constructive outlook.Company Guidance
Record Per-Patron Metrics
Q4 delivered the highest quarterly box office per patron (BPP) in company history at $13.87, up 4.6% year-over-year, and a Q4 record for concession per patron (CPP) at $9.92, up 5.4% year-over-year.
Strong Premium Format Mix
Premium experiences accounted for 43% of Q4 box office (versus 41% in 2024). The top 5 films averaged 62% of their box office from premium formats, underpinning pricing and mix strength.
Cinema Media Growth and Engagement
Cinema Media revenue increased 12.5% year-over-year to $33.8 million in Q4. Cinema Media per patron rose 23.3% to a Q4 record of $3.33, aided by programmatic cinema and demand from categories like pharma and CPG.
Distribution & International Content Success
Cineplex Pictures and international titles performed strongly: Dhurandhar became the highest grossing Hindi-language film in North America with Cineplex delivering a 31% market share. International content represented >11% of Q4 box office (nearly double the North American average).
Location-Based Entertainment Revenue Expansion
LBE revenue grew 6.8% year-over-year to $35.9 million in Q4, driven by contributions from three new locations opened in late 2024, while same-store margins remained flat at 23.1% demonstrating operational discipline.
Balance Sheet & Cash Generation Boost
Completed sale of Cineplex Digital Media with initial cash proceeds of approximately $60 million and recognized a $3.3 million gain (discontinued operations). Company ended Q4 with $134 million in cash and no drawings on the $100 million credit facility.
Full Year Revenue and EBITDAaL Slightly Improved
Full year 2025 total revenues increased 0.8% to approximately $1.2 billion. Adjusted EBITDAaL rose to $91.6 million from $90.0 million in the prior year, reflecting overall operational discipline despite attendance headwinds.
CapEx Reduction and 2026 Guidance
Net capex for 2025 was $32.7 million (down from $65.9 million in 2024). Guidance for 2026 capex is approximately $50 million, reflecting a lower near-term investment profile and focus on maintenance and selective growth.
Programming Strength and 2026 Slate Visibility
Q4 strength driven by titles like Avatar: Fire and Ash, Zootopia 2, Wicked: For Good and Five Nights at Freddy's 2. Management expects a materially stronger 2026 slate (Super Mario Galaxy, Toy Story 5, Spider-Man, Avengers, Dune Part 3) and industry box office growth forecasts of ~8–15% for 2026.
Loyalty and Consumer Engagement Momentum
CineClub membership surpassed 225,000; members visit more often, choose premium formats at higher rates and spend more on concessions. Scene+ expansion to include Shell strengthens everyday utility of loyalty ecosystem.
TSE:CGX Earnings History
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TSE:CGX Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Feb 11, 2026 | C$9.91 | C$9.46 | -4.54% |
Nov 06, 2025 | C$12.56 | C$11.89 | -5.33% |
Aug 12, 2025 | C$10.33 | C$10.73 | +3.87% |
May 09, 2025 | C$10.13 | C$9.85 | -2.76% |
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FAQ
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Cineplex (TSE:CGX) is schdueled to report earning on May 11, 2026, TBA (Confirmed).
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TSE:CGX EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q1) is -0.37.