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Marcus Corp is engaged in two business segments, which are Theatres and Hotels and Resorts. The Theatre segment operates multiscreen motion picture theatres in Wisconsin, Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio ands others, a family entertainment center in Wisconsin and a retail center in Missouri; Hotels and Resorts segment owns and operates full-service hotels and resorts in Wisconsin, Illinois, and Nebraska and manages full-service hotels, resorts and other properties in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Texas, Nevada, California, and North Carolina. It generates maximum revenue from the Theatres segment.

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Benchmark analyst Mike Hickey reiterates Marcus (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCS#NYSE">MCS</a>) with a Buy and maintains $25 price target.

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Benchmark analyst Mike Hickey maintains Marcus (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCS#NYSE">MCS</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $22 to $25.

Benchmark Maintains Buy on Marcus, Raises Price Target to $25

Barrington Research analyst James Goss maintains Marcus (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCS#NYSE">MCS</a>) with a Outperform and maintains $24 price target.

Barrington Research Maintains Outperform on Marcus, Maintains $24 Price Target

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Marcus Corporation share are trading higher after Benchmark maintained a Buy rating on the stock and raised its price target from $20 to $22.

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Benchmark analyst Mike Hickey maintains Marcus (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCS#NYSE">MCS</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $20 to $22.

Benchmark Maintains Buy on Marcus, Raises Price Target to $22

Barrington Research analyst James Goss maintains Marcus (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCS#NYSE">MCS</a>) with a Outperform and maintains $20 price target.

Barrington Research Maintains Outperform on Marcus, Maintains $20 Price Target

Marcus shares are trading higher after the company reported better-than-expected Q3 revenue results.

Marcus (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCS#NYSE">MCS</a>) reported quarterly sales of $232.67 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $213.26 million by 9.10 percent. This is a 11.45 percent increase over sales of $208.77 million the same period last year.

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Marcus (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCS#NYSE">MCS</a>) is preparing to release its quarterly earnings on Thursday, 2024-10-31. Here's a brief overview of what investors should keep in mind before the announcement.
Analysts expect Marcus to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.46.
Marcus bulls will hope to hear the company announce they've not only beaten that estimate, but also to provide positive guidance, or forecasted growth, for the next quarter.
New investors should note that it is sometimes not an earnings beat or miss that most affects the price of a stock, but the guidance (or forecast).
<h3>Past Earnings Performance</h3>
In the previous earnings release, the company missed EPS by $0.20, leading to a 4.19% increase in the share price the following trading session.
Here's a look at Marcus's past performance and the resulting price change:

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<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
<th>Q4 2023</th>
<th>Q3 2023</th>
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<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>0.03</td>
<td>-0.37</td>
<td>-0.17</td>
<td>0.33</td>
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<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>-0.17</td>
<td>-0.38</td>
<td>-0.05</td>
<td>0.32</td>
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<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>4.0%</td>
<td>-1.0%</td>
<td>-2.0%</td>
<td>-0.0%</td>
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<h3>Analyst Views on Marcus</h3>
Understanding market sentiments and expectations within the industry is crucial for investors. This analysis delves into the latest insights on Marcus.
With 3 analyst ratings, Marcus has a consensus rating of Outperform. The average one-year price target is $20.0, indicating a potential 18.98% upside.
<h3>Peer Ratings Comparison</h3>
The following analysis focuses on the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of and Vivid Seats, three prominent industry players, providing insights into their relative performance expectations and market positioning.
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<li>The prevailing sentiment among analysts is an Buy trajectory for Vivid Seats, with an average 1-year price target of $7.0, implying a potential 58.36% downside.</li>
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<h3>Insights: Peer Analysis</h3>
The peer analysis summary offers a detailed examination of key metrics for and Vivid Seats, providing valuable insights into their respective standings within the industry and their market positions and comparative performance.

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<th>Company</th>
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<td>Marcus</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>-14.96%</td>
<td>$79.16M</td>
<td>-4.45%</td>
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<td>Vivid Seats</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>19.92%</td>
<td>$149.55M</td>
<td>-0.72%</td>
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Key Takeaway:
Marcus is positioned at the bottom for Revenue Growth and Gross Profit, with negative growth rates in both metrics. However, it outperforms in terms of Consensus rating compared to its peer. Return on Equity is negative for Marcus, indicating lower profitability compared to its peer.
<h3>About Marcus</h3>
Marcus Corp is engaged in two business segments, which are Theatres and Hotels and Resorts. The Theatre segment operates multiscreen motion picture theatres in Wisconsin, Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio ands others, a family entertainment center in Wisconsin and a retail center in Missouri; Hotels and Resorts segment owns and operates full-service hotels and resorts in Wisconsin, Illinois, and Nebraska and manages full-service hotels, resorts and other properties in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Texas, Nevada, California, and North Carolina. It generates maximum revenue from the Theatres segment.
<h3>Marcus's Economic Impact: An Analysis</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Positioned below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization faces constraints in size. This could be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Decline in Revenue: Over the 3 months period, Marcus faced challenges, resulting in a decline of approximately -14.96% in revenue growth as of 30 June, 2024. This signifies a reduction in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Communication Services sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of -11.49%, the company may need to address challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Marcus's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive -4.45% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Marcus's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -1.95%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 0.83.
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Earnings Outlook For Marcus

Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades and downgrades, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.
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<li>Benchmark raised The Marcus Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCS#NYSE">MCS</a>) price target from $18 to $20. Benchmark analyst Mike Hickey maintained a Buy rating. Marcus shares gained 0.5% to close at $15.15 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MCS/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/amc#NYSE">AMC</a>) is slated to release results for second-quarter 2024 on Aug 2, after the closing bell.
In the last reported quarter, the company&#39;s earnings missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 25.8%. The company&#39;s top line dropped 0.3% year over year. However, AMC&#39;s loss per share narrowed to 78 cents from a loss of $1.31 reported in the prior-year quarter.
AMC surpassed the earnings in the trailing three out of four quarters. The average surprise over this period is 38%, as shown in the chart below.
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<h3>Trend in Estimate Revision</h3>
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for second-quarter loss is pegged at 10 cents per share against break-even earnings reported in the prior-year quarter. In the past seven days, loss estimates for the current quarter have narrowed by 27 cents. The consensus mark for revenues is pegged at $1.03 billion, indicating a 23.5% year-over-year decline.
<h3>What the Zacks Model Unveils</h3>
Our proven model doesn&#39;t conclusively predict an earnings beat for AMC Entertainment this time around. The combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold) increases the odds of an earnings beat.
Earnings ESP: AMC Entertainment has an Earnings ESP of 0.00%.
Zacks Rank: The company carries a Zacks Rank #2 at present.
<h3>Factors Influencing Q2 Performance</h3>
AMC&#39;s second-quarter 2024 performance is likely to have been hurt by prolonged actors and writer strikes in 2023. These strikes significantly reduced the number of new movies being released in theaters, which is likely to have negatively impacted the company&#39;s earnings in the quarter to be reported.
The company reported preliminary second-quarter 2024 results. Total revenues in the quarter are likely to be nearly $1,030.6 million compared with $1,347.9 million in the quarter ended Jun 30, 2023.
Despite weak preliminary second-quarter 2024 results, AMC saw an encouraging trend of increasing daily revenues in June 2024, suggesting a recovery in moviegoing activity. The industry box office for June was nearly on par with the combined total for April and May, contributing to improved financial performance for AMC during that month. During the Jun 13-16, 2024 period, AMC reported the highest attendance and admissions revenues across its U.S. and international locations.
AMC&#39;s focus on enhancing the guest experience and operational efficiency has been pivotal in its success. The company continues to innovate and diversify its offerings. Its retail popcorn initiative expanded to 6,500 points of distribution, including major retailers like Walmart, Amazon, Publix and Kroger. These efforts are likely to have aided the company&#39;s performance in the quarter to be reported.
<h3>Price Performance &amp; Valuation</h3>
In the past three months, AMC Entertainment&#39;s stock has surged 69.6% compared with the industry&#39;s increase of 3.5%. The company&#39;s price performance outshined other industry players, including Cinemark Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/cnk#NYSE">CNK</a>), The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/mcs#NYSE">MCS</a>) and Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/lyv#NYSE">LYV</a>).
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The company is currently trading at a forward 12-month price-to-sales ratio of 0.39X, well below the industry average of 1.38X, reflecting an attractive investment opportunity.
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Although the company&#39;s top and the bottom line are likely to have registered a decline in second-quarter 2024, the company&#39;s prospects for the near-term future remain bright. AMC is benefiting from increased attendance from moviegoers, the availability of diverse film options and movie-themed merchandise offerings. Also, strong consumer spending on premium large-screen formats and innovative food and beverage options bode well.
Looking ahead, AMC is confident about the future of the movie theater industry. An extensive review of upcoming movie releases for 2024, 2025 and 2026 suggests a promising period ahead.&nbsp; AMC is also venturing into new revenue streams, such as concert films and special events. The company partnered with top musical artists to bring exclusive concert films and listening events to its theaters. Collaborations with stars like Taylor Swift, Beyonc&eacute; and Billie Eilish are opening new growth opportunities. These initiatives, alongside the launch of AMC Theaters Distribution, highlight AMC&#39;s commitment to innovative programming and revenue diversification, reinforcing its competitive edge in the industry. The recent rise in AMC&#39;s share price reflects growing investor confidence in the company&#39;s prospects. Given this optimism, adding AMC stock to your portfolio could be a wise decision.
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AMC Entertainment: A Must-Buy Before Q2 Earnings Premiere?

Marcus (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCS#NYSE">MCS</a>) reported quarterly losses of $(0.17) per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $0.03 by 666.67 percent. The company reported quarterly sales of $176.032 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $163.828 million by 7.45 percent. This is a 14.96 percent decrease over sales of $207.007 million the same period last year.

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Marcus Q2 2024 Adj. EPS $(0.17) Misses $0.03 Estimate, Sales $176.032M Beat $163.828M Estimate

Benchmark analyst Mike Hickey reiterates Marcus (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCS#NYSE">MCS</a>) with a Buy and maintains $18 price target.

Benchmark Reiterates Buy on Marcus, Maintains $18 Price Target

A leading movie theater analyst is upgrading shares of Cinemark Holdings (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CNK#NYSE">CNK</a>) and sharing commentary on the sector after recent animated hits "Inside Out 2" and "Despicable Me 4" could <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/24/07/39670721/comcast-hits-big-with-despicable-me-4-can-stocks-movie-theaters-benefit-from-2024-blockbust">show strength for 2024.</a>
The Movie Theater Analyst: B. Riley Securities analyst Eric Wold has the following ratings and price targets on the movie theater sector:
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<li>AMC Entertainment Holdings (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMC#NYSE">AMC</a>): Neutral rating, $8 price target</li>
<li>Cinemark: Upgrade from Neutral to Buy, raises price target from $16 to $27</li>
<li>Imax Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IMAX#NYSE">IMAX</a>): Buy rating, $30 price target</li>
<li>Marcus Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCS#NYSE">MCS</a>): Buy rating, $20 price target</li>
<li>National CineMedia (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NCMI#NASDAQ">NCMI</a>): Buy rating, $7.50 price target</li>
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The Analyst Takeaways: Second-quarter domestic box office was $1.95 billion, which was below estimates of $2.35 billion and down 27% year-over-year, Wold said in the new investor note.
"While the quarter was a disappointment compared to the stronger-than-expected box office results experienced during 1Q24, we continue to chalk up the weak box office results to the relatively sparse film slate that was caused by production delays from the Hollywood strikes as opposed to any shifts in moviegoing behavior or moves by the studios to lock out theaters from key releases," Wold said.
Wold sees a more optimistic picture for the third and fourth quarters, while lowering the full year estimates for 2024 and 2025.
"We remain extremely positive about a box office rebound in 2025, due to the strong slate and delayed titles from 2024."
The analyst points to individual titles being a key to the strength in the second half of 2024. Wold raises domestic box office projections on the recently released "Despicable Me 4" from $260 million to $315 million and on "Inside Out 2" from $305 million to $625 million.
Another big box office prediction increase from the analyst is on "Deadpool &amp; Wolverine" taking the domestic estimate from $365 million to $475 million.
B. Riley on AMC: The analyst maintains a Neutral rating on AMC and lowers second quarter and full year estimates after the lower-than-expected box office results in the second quarter.
"We believe the combination of continued overall post-pandemic market share gains and the concentration of IMAX and other premium screens relative to peers should help the company counter the overachieving box office headwinds," Wold said.
The analyst said AMC has 51% market share of IMAX screens in the U.S.
Stronger guest monetization and management focusing on cost reductions are highlighted by the analyst.
"We are optimistic that the improved balance sheet will enhance the company's position in its discussions with debt holders."
B. Riley on CNK: The movie theater stock gets lowered estimates for adjusted EBITDA and revenue from the analyst for the second quarter and full fiscal year.
Cinemark is upgraded by the analyst on improved operational structure and strong management controls.
"We believe that management likely staffed the theaters and reduced operational expenses in anticipation of those trends – and we do not expect the weaker-than-expected results caught management by surprise," Wold said.
The analyst said the strong showing of "Inside Out 2" could provide higher margins for the movie theater stock.
Wold said valuations on movie theater stocks shifts to 2025 with Cinemark shares underestimated by investors.
B. Riley on IMAX: After the COVID-19 pandemic, one major trend for the movie theater industry is increased market share for premium screens, the analyst notes.
The analyst said Imax screens represent around 4.5% of domestic box office over the trailing two-year period, compared to around 3.3% market share for the two-year period before the pandemic.
"We believe the desire of moviegoers to gravitate toward premium auditoriums demonstrates a desire to escape streaming platforms, see tent pole films during the first release window, and see them in the best manner possible," Wold said.
The analyst also said accelerated installation of new Imax screens in the second half of 2024 could help the stock.
B. Riley on MCS: The analyst lowers second quarter and full year estimates for Marcus Corporation, but sees several reasons for optimism.
A slate that may have favored the circuit's regional demographic, and a hotel segment that continues to outperform within this post-pandemic travel environment should help the company counter the overarching box office headwinds," Wold said.
The analyst said Marcus could be a player in acquiring underperforming movie theaters from peer companies.
"Believe hotels and resorts segment remains overlooked by investors."
B. Riley on NCMI: The movie theater advertising company also gets estimates lowered by the analyst based on second quarter results. The analyst highlights some bright spots for the company in the new note.
"We believe the continued advertising budget share gains and success in boosting monetization for attendees in recent quarters should help the company counter the overarching box office headwinds," Wold said.
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Marcus Corporation: A Niche Player Navigating A Competitive Market

As the travel industry makes a strong comeback in 2025, now could be an opportune time to consider the often-overlooked travel stocks like Airbnb (ABNB), Marriott Vacations (VAC), and The Marcus Corp. (MCS), which are well-positioned to capitalize on the sector's upward momentum. Read on… The travel industry, which saw a sharp decline during the pandemic, is on a clear path to recovery. As soon as pandemic restrictions were lifted, demand for vacations and adventures surged, showing no signs of slowing down. In this article, I have highlighted three overlooked travel stocks: Airbnb, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ABNB/">ABNB</a>), Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/VAC/">VAC</a>), and The Marcus Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/MCS/">MCS</a>), which seem poised to capitalize on the industry's strong recovery.
Recent data from the UN Tourism's World Tourism Barometer indicates that global travel is nearly back to pre-pandemic levels. In 2024, an <a href="https://www.unwto.org/un-tourism-world-tourism-barometer-data#:~:text=International%20tourist%20arrivals%20are%20expected,where%20100%20equals%20similar%20performance).">estimated 1.4 billion</a> international tourists traveled, just 1% shy of 2019's numbers, reflecting an 11% increase from 2023. This strong recovery is being driven by robust demand from large source markets and the revitalization of Asian and Pacific destinations.
Moreover, during the recent winter holiday season, Americans planned longer and more frequent trips while increasing their spending compared to the previous year. For example, TSA throughput, which tracks airport passenger traffic, was <a href="https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/pages/consumer-business/articles/travel-hospitality-industry-outlook.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">up 7% year over year</a> between December 20 and January 5, signaling increased consumer confidence and travel activity.
With demand ramping up, it's expected that international tourist arrivals will grow by another 3-5% this year compared to 2024. Meanwhile, the global travel and tourism industry is projected to generate <a href="https://www.statista.com/outlook/mmo/travel-tourism/worldwide">$955.90 billion in 2025</a>, growing at an annual rate of 3.9%. On top of that, the U.S. alone is projected to contribute $224 billion to global travel revenues by 2025, making it the world's largest travel spender.
With that in mind, let's unpack the three overlooked travel stocks poised for a rebound, beginning with the third choice.
Stock #3: Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/VAC/">VAC</a>)
VAC offers vacation ownership, exchange, rental, resort, property management, and connected companies, products, and services. The company creates, markets, and manages products relating to vacation ownership. Its segments include Vacation Ownership and Exchange &amp; Third-Party Management.
On January 3, 2025, the company paid its shareholders a quarterly dividend of $0.72 per share, reflecting an increase of 4% over its previous distribution. "The dividend increase reflects our confidence in our leisure focused business strategy and growth potential, and upholds our continued commitment to providing value to our shareholders," said Jason Marino, chief financial officer.
VAC pays a $3.16 per share dividend annually, which translates to a 3.61% yield on the current price. Its dividend payouts have grown at an impressive 41.7% CAGR over the past three years, while its four-year average dividend yield is 1.95%.
VAC's trailing-12-month EBITDA and net income margins of 21.76% and 6.36% are 90.4% and 45.2% higher than their respective industry averages of 11.43% and 4.38%. Likewise, its trailing-12-month <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/e/ebit.asp">EBIT</a> margin of 17.22% compares to the industry average of 8.03%.
For the fiscal 2024 third quarter ended September 30, 2024, VAC's total revenue increased 10% year-over-year to $1.31 billion. The company's income before taxes and non-controlling interest grew 78.8% from the prior-year quarter to $118 million. Also, its net income increased 100% year-over-year to $84 million, while its EPS stood at $2.12, up 94.5% year-over-year.
The consensus revenue estimate of $1.23 billion for the fiscal first quarter (ending March 2025) indicates a 2.8% year-over-year increase. Likewise, the consensus EPS estimate of $2 for the current quarter reflects a rise of 11.3% from the prior year. Moreover, VAC has surpassed its revenue and EPS estimates in three of the four trailing quarters, which is promising.
Over the past three months, the stock has gained 9.1%, closing the last trading session at $86.90.
VAC's stance is apparent in its <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ABNB/">POWR Ratings</a>. It has an A grade for Growth. The POWR Ratings assess stocks by 118 different factors, each with its own weighting.
Among the 20 stocks in the B-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/travel-hotels-resorts/">Travel – Hotels/Resorts</a> industry, it is ranked #16. <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/VAC/">Click here</a> to see VAC's Value, Momentum, Stability, Sentiment, and Quality ratings.
Stock #2: Airbnb, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ABNB/">ABNB</a>)
ABNB, together with its subsidiaries, operates a platform that enables hosts to offer stays and experiences to guests worldwide. The company's marketplace model connects hosts and guests online or through mobile devices to book spaces and experiences. It primarily offers private rooms, primary homes, or vacation homes.
In terms of the trailing-12-month EBIT margin, ABNB's 15.01% is 86.9% higher than the 8.03% industry average. Likewise, its 20.87% trailing-12-month Return on Common Equity is 93.5% higher than the 10.79% industry average. Furthermore, its 16.96% trailing-12-month net income margin is considerably higher than the 4.38% industry average.
ABNB's revenue for the fiscal third quarter that ended September 30, 2024, increased 9.9% year-over-year to $3.73 billion. Its income from operations rose 1.9% from the year-ago value to $1.53 billion. The company's net income and EPS attributable to Class A and Class B common stockholders for the quarter amounted to $1.37 billion and $2.13, respectively. Also, its adjusted EBITDA increased 6.8% over the prior-year quarter to $1.96 billion.
Analysts expect ABNB's revenue for the quarter ended December 31, 2024, to increase 9.2% year-over-year to $2.42 billion, while its EPS for the same period is expected to come in at $0.58. It surpassed the consensus revenue estimates in each of the trailing four quarters.
The stock has gained marginally year-to-date to close the last trading session at $132.58.
ABNB's POWR Ratings reflect this outlook. The stock has an A grade for Quality and is ranked #8 within the same B-rated industry.
Beyond what we stated above, we also have ABNB's ratings for Growth, Value, Momentum, Stability, and Sentiment. Get all ABNB ratings <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ABNB/">here</a>.
Stock #1: The Marcus Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/MCS/">MCS</a>)
MCS operates movie theaters, hotels, resorts, and a family entertainment center in the U.S. under brands like Big Screen Bistro, Big Screen Bistro Express, BistroPlex, and Movie Tavern by Marcus. It also provides hospitality management services, including check-in, housekeeping, and property management for vacation ownership developments and condominium hotels.
On December 16, 2024, buoyed by its strong financials, the company paid its shareholders a quarterly dividend of $0.07 per share of common stock. MCS pays an annual dividend of $0.28 per share, which translates to a 1.38% yield on the current price. Also, its four-year average dividend is 0.84%.
In November, Marcus Theatres, a division of MCS, launched its new movie membership service for $9.99 per month. Under this, members receive a monthly ticket credit, 20% off food and drinks, and unlimited $9.99 tickets for friends and family. Unused credits roll over, and members enjoy benefits like early access to screenings. This initiative is expected to drive customer loyalty and increase revenue for the company by attracting more frequent moviegoers.
MCS' trailing-12-month asset turnover ratio of 0.64x is 32.2% higher than the industry average of 0.48x. Likewise, the stock's 9.95% trailing-12-month CAPEX/Sales is 179.7% higher than the industry average of 3.56%.
During the third quarter, which ended September 26, 2024, MCS' total revenue increased 11.4% year-over-year to $232.67 million. Its operating income rose 56.6% from the year-ago value to $32.78 million. The company's net earnings amounted to $23.31 million and $0.73 per share, indicating an increase of 90.6% and 128.1% year-over-year, respectively. Also, its adjusted EBITDA came in at $52.28 million, up 23.5% over the prior-year quarter.
Street expects MCS' revenue for the fourth quarter (ended December 31, 2024) to increase 9.1% year-over-year to $176.17 million, while its EPS for the same period is expected to be $0.05. In addition, MCS has topped consensus revenue estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, which is impressive.
MCS' stock has surged 68% over the past six months and 51.8% over the past year to close the last trading session at $20.80.
MCS' POWR Ratings reflect its strong outlook. The stock has an overall rating of B, which equates to a Buy in our proprietary rating system.
It has an A grade for Growth and a B for Sentiment. Within the same industry, it is ranked #6 of 22 stocks. To see additional POWR Ratings for Value, Momentum, Stability, and Quality for MCS, <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/MCS/">click here</a>.
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ABNB shares . Year-to-date, ABNB has gained 0.89%, versus a 2.68% rise in the benchmark S&amp;P 500 index during the same period.
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