Cineverse Management
Management criteria checks 3/4
Cineverse's CEO is Chris McGurk, appointed in Jan 2011, has a tenure of 15.33 years. total yearly compensation is $939.18K, comprised of 69.2% salary and 30.8% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 3.57% of the company’s shares, worth $1.96M. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 3.4 years and 13.1 years respectively.
Key information
Chris McGurk
Chief executive officer
US$939.2k
Total compensation
| CEO salary percentage | 69.21% |
| CEO tenure | 15.3yrs |
| CEO ownership | 3.6% |
| Management average tenure | 3.4yrs |
| Board average tenure | 13.1yrs |
Recent management updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • Apr 23
CNVS: IndiCue Ad Tech Shift Will Support Recurring Software EBITDA Profile
Narrative Update: Cineverse Analyst Price Target Shift Analysts have lifted their price target on Cineverse from $9 to $12, citing the IndiCue acquisition and a move toward more recurring advertising technology revenue, supported by the application of a 20x EBITDA multiple to the updated model. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts are framing the IndiCue acquisition as a turning point for Cineverse, with the updated price target of $12 reflecting a view that the company now leans more on recurring advertising technology revenue rather than one off deals.Narrative Update • Apr 09
CNVS: IndiCue Ad Tech Shift Will Support Recurring Software EBITDA Story
Analysts have raised their price target on Cineverse from $9 to $12, citing the IndiCue acquisition as a key shift toward more recurring, software-driven revenue supported by a 20x EBITDA framework. Analyst Commentary Analyst commentary around Cineverse focuses on how the IndiCue acquisition and the 20x EBITDA framework could reshape the company’s revenue mix and valuation profile.Narrative Update • Mar 25
CNVS: IndiCue Recurring Ad Software Model Will Reshape Future Streaming Content Economics
Narrative Update: Cineverse Analyst Price Target Shift The Street price target on Cineverse has moved to $12 from $9, with analysts pointing to the IndiCue acquisition and the shift toward a more recurring, software driven revenue mix and a 20x EBITDA framework as key supports for the higher valuation. Analyst Commentary Recent Street commentary around Cineverse centers on how the IndiCue acquisition reshapes the business model and the valuation framework tied to a 20x EBITDA multiple.
Narrative Update • Mar 08
CNVS: IndiCue Ad Tech Shift Will Drive Future Bullish Repricing
Analysts lifted their price target on Cineverse from $9 to $12, citing the IndiCue acquisition, which shifts the business toward more recurring ad tech revenue and supports using a 20x EBITDA multiple. This also feeds into higher fair value and profit margin assumptions, alongside revised revenue growth and future P/E inputs.Narrative Update • Feb 22
CNVS: Recurring Ad Software Model Will Reshape Future Streaming Content Economics
Analysts have raised their Cineverse price target from $9 to $12, citing a shift toward a more recurring, software-driven IndiCue advertising model and the application of a 20x EBITDA multiple, which they still describe as conservative. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts point to the IndiCue acquisition as a key shift toward a recurring, software driven advertising revenue model, which they view as more predictable for long term planning.Narrative Update • Feb 07
CNVS: Expanding Genre Streaming Slate Will Drive Future Bullish Repricing
Analysts have modestly adjusted their price target on Cineverse, citing updated fair value assumptions around $6.00 per share that reflect small refinements to the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E expectations. What's in the News Cineverse has formed a new commercial relationship with Revry, which is using the Matchpoint Dispatch platform for automated content management, delivery, intelligent QC and AI-driven metadata enrichment across a large volume of assets and platforms (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Jan 24
CNVS: Upcoming Horror Franchises And Streaming Channels Will Drive Bullish Repricing
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Cineverse, citing a slightly lower discount rate and future P/E assumptions, along with small adjustments to revenue growth and profit margin expectations. What's in the News Cineverse and GameStop are running an immersive marketing campaign for the January 23 wide theatrical release of "Return to Silent Hill," linking in-store experiences with nearby theaters to create a multi-channel push around the film launch (Strategic Alliances).Analysis Article • Jan 24
The Market Doesn't Like What It Sees From Cineverse Corp.'s (NASDAQ:CNVS) Revenues Yet
You may think that with a price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 0.6x Cineverse Corp. ( NASDAQ:CNVS ) is a stock worth...Narrative Update • Jan 10
CNVS: Future Ad-Supported Streaming Will Benefit From Expanding Content Licensing And Distribution
Analysts have adjusted their price target on Cineverse to US$7.50. The updated view reflects a higher discount rate, a slightly different revenue growth assumption, a modestly improved profit margin outlook, and a higher future P/E multiple to align the model more closely with current risk and return expectations.Narrative Update • Dec 18
CNVS: Upcoming Genre Releases And Platform Expansion Will Drive Bullish Repricing
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Cineverse by approximately 14 percent to reflect lower projected revenue growth, softer profit margins, and a higher assumed future price to earnings multiple. All of these factors reduce the stock's modeled fair value.Narrative Update • Dec 04
CNVS: Future Streaming Expansion Will Drive Ad-Supported Channel Monetization
Analysts have modestly raised their price target on Cineverse to reflect an updated fair value of 7.50 dollars per share, supported by expectations for slightly stronger profit margins and a lower perceived risk profile, as captured in a reduced discount rate. What's in the News Cineverse and JoySauce launched JoySauce Network, the first free ad-supported streaming television channel focused on AAPI audiences, alongside a new JoySauce website and VOD apps with a heavily premiere and original content slate (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Nov 20
CNVS: Future Expansion Will Drive International Streaming Channel Momentum
Analysts have lowered their price target for Cineverse from $8.50 to $7.50. They cite slower expected revenue growth and an increased discount rate as key factors driving the revised outlook.Analysis Article • Sep 04
Cineverse Corp. (NASDAQ:CNVS) Not Doing Enough For Some Investors As Its Shares Slump 30%
The Cineverse Corp. ( NASDAQ:CNVS ) share price has softened a substantial 30% over the previous 30 days, handing back...Narrative Update • Sep 04
MicroCo Joint Venture Will Boost Digital Streaming Amid Margin Risks
Analysts remain bullish on Cineverse due to surging ancillary revenues from the record-breaking performance of Terrifier 3 and a robust upcoming film slate, resulting in an unchanged consensus price target of $8.50. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts point to a significant increase in revenue, primarily from ancillary revenues related to Terrifier 3.Analysis Article • Aug 21
These 4 Measures Indicate That Cineverse (NASDAQ:CNVS) Is Using Debt Reasonably Well
NasdaqCM:CNVS 1 Year Share Price vs Fair Value Explore Cineverse's Fair Values from the Community and select yours Some...Analysis Article • Jul 31
What Is Cineverse Corp.'s (NASDAQ:CNVS) Share Price Doing?
While Cineverse Corp. ( NASDAQ:CNVS ) might not have the largest market cap around , it led the NASDAQCM gainers with a...Analysis Article • Jun 10
Cineverse Corp.'s (NASDAQ:CNVS) Shares Bounce 32% But Its Business Still Trails The Industry
Cineverse Corp. ( NASDAQ:CNVS ) shareholders would be excited to see that the share price has had a great month...
New Narrative • Apr 11
Proven Franchises And Diverse Releases Will Reshape Entertainment
Cineverse's strategic focus on proven IP and increased film releases aims to boost revenue and ensure sustainable profitability.CEO Compensation Analysis
| Date | Total Compensation | Salary | Company Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 31 2025 | n/a | n/a | -US$9m |
| Sep 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | -US$2m |
| Jun 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$3m |
| Mar 31 2025 | US$939k | US$650k | US$3m |
| Dec 31 2024 | n/a | n/a | -US$13m |
| Sep 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | -US$22m |
| Jun 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | -US$21m |
| Mar 31 2024 | US$1m | US$650k | -US$22m |
| Dec 31 2023 | n/a | n/a | -US$10m |
| Sep 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | -US$2m |
| Jun 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | -US$8m |
| Mar 31 2023 | US$3m | US$650k | -US$10m |
| Dec 31 2022 | n/a | n/a | -US$9m |
| Sep 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | -US$15m |
| Jun 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | -US$9m |
| Mar 31 2022 | US$1m | US$650k | US$2m |
| Dec 31 2021 | n/a | n/a | -US$3m |
| Sep 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | -US$12m |
| Jun 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | -US$38m |
| Mar 31 2021 | US$3m | US$600k | -US$63m |
| Dec 31 2020 | n/a | n/a | -US$61m |
| Sep 30 2020 | n/a | n/a | -US$53m |
| Jun 30 2020 | n/a | n/a | -US$30m |
| Mar 31 2020 | US$632k | US$600k | -US$15m |
Compensation vs Market: Chris's total compensation ($USD939.18K) is above average for companies of similar size in the US market ($USD622.91K).
Compensation vs Earnings: Chris's compensation has been consistent with company performance over the past year.
CEO
Chris McGurk (68 yo)
15.3yrs
Tenure
US$939,182
Compensation
Mr. Christopher J. McGurk, also known as Chris, serves as Member of Advisory Board at LiveOne, Inc. (formerly known as LiveXLive Media, Inc.). He served as an Independent Director at IDW Media Holdings, In...
Leadership Team
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chairman & CEO | 15.3yrs | US$939.18k | 3.57% $ 2.0m | |
| President & Chief Strategy Officer | 3yrs | US$760.35k | 1.14% $ 622.0k | |
| Chief Legal Officer | 25.7yrs | US$682.98k | 1.01% $ 551.3k | |
| Chief Financial Officer | less than a year | no data | no data | |
| President of Technology & Chief Product Officer | 4.8yrs | no data | 0.93% $ 509.3k | |
| Senior Vice President of Marketing | no data | no data | no data | |
| Chief People Officer | 7.8yrs | no data | 0.90% $ 491.4k | |
| Senior Vice President of Brand Partnerships | 3.4yrs | no data | no data | |
| Chief Motion Pictures Officer | 12.6yrs | no data | 0.61% $ 334.2k | |
| Senior VP of Direct Advertising Sales | 1.2yrs | no data | no data | |
| Executive VP of Technology & GM of Matchpoint | less than a year | no data | no data | |
| Senior Vice-President of Lifecycle Distribution | less than a year | no data | no data |
3.4yrs
Average Tenure
59.5yo
Average Age
Experienced Management: CNVS's management team is considered experienced (3.4 years average tenure).
Board Members
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chairman & CEO | 15.3yrs | US$939.18k | 3.57% $ 2.0m | |
| Independent Director | 15.7yrs | US$181.85k | 0.75% $ 412.1k | |
| Lead Independent Director | 10.8yrs | US$195.00k | 0.76% $ 413.5k | |
| Independent Director | 2.4yrs | US$296.79k | 1.31% $ 714.4k |
13.1yrs
Average Tenure
67.5yo
Average Age
Experienced Board: CNVS's board of directors are seasoned and experienced ( 13.1 years average tenure).
Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/11 15:55 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/08 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/03/31 |
Data Sources
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Cineverse Corp. is covered by 6 analysts. 2 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Brian Kinstlinger | Alliance Global Partners |
| Daniel Kurnos | Benchmark Company |
| Eric Wold | B. Riley Securities, Inc. |