The Marcus Corporation

NYSE:MCS Stock Report

Market Cap: US$552.8m

Marcus Balance Sheet Health

Financial Health criteria checks 3/6

Marcus has a total shareholder equity of $441.2M and total debt of $174.1M, which brings its debt-to-equity ratio to 39.5%. Its total assets and total liabilities are $992.1M and $550.9M respectively. Marcus's EBIT is $22.4M making its interest coverage ratio 2.1. It has cash and short-term investments of $11.2M.

Key information

39.45%

Debt to equity ratio

US$174.06m

Debt

Interest coverage ratio2.1x
CashUS$11.23m
EquityUS$441.17m
Total liabilitiesUS$550.89m
Total assetsUS$992.06m

Recent financial health updates

Recent updates

Analysis Article 10h

Marcus' (NYSE:MCS) Earnings Are Of Questionable Quality

Investors were disappointed with The Marcus Corporation's ( NYSE:MCS ) earnings, despite the strong profit numbers. We...
Seeking Alpha May 05

The Marcus Corporation: Strong Theatres Offset Hotel Weakness, 25% Upside Remains

Summary Marcus Corporation (MCS) delivered a strong Q1 double-beat, with revenue of $154.4M and EPS of -$0.51, outperforming expectations despite seasonality and fewer working days. MCS Theatres division outpaced national box office growth, with Q1 adjusted EBITDA margin rising to 8.6–14%, driven by higher ticket prices and strong family movie attendance. Hotels division saw RevPAR growth from occupancy gains but suffered EBITDA margin compression due to weaker F&B and ancillary revenues, raising concerns about pricing power. I maintain a Buy rating on MCS, targeting $20–$23.50 per share, with a projected total return exceeding 25% as strong theatre performance offsets hotel headwinds. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article Nov 07

Shareholders Will Be Pleased With The Quality of Marcus' (NYSE:MCS) Earnings

The Marcus Corporation's ( NYSE:MCS ) strong earnings report was rewarded with a positive stock price move. Our...
Analysis Article Oct 11

Investors Don't See Light At End Of The Marcus Corporation's (NYSE:MCS) Tunnel

You may think that with a price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 0.6x The Marcus Corporation ( NYSE:MCS ) is a stock worth...
Analysis Article Jul 31

Be Wary Of Marcus (NYSE:MCS) And Its Returns On Capital

When we're researching a company, it's sometimes hard to find the warning signs, but there are some financial metrics...
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New Narrative May 29

Premium Cinema Experiences And Hotel Renovations Will Expand Experiential Markets

Enhanced cinema experiences, hotel renovations, and digital upgrades are driving increased guest spend, repeat attendance, and operational efficiency, supporting revenue and net margin growth.
Analysis Article May 28

The Marcus Corporation's (NYSE:MCS) Intrinsic Value Is Potentially 59% Above Its Share Price

Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Marcus fair value estimate is US$29.75 Marcus' US$18.71 share...
Analysis Article Mar 14

The Marcus Corporation's (NYSE:MCS) 26% Dip Still Leaving Some Shareholders Feeling Restless Over Its P/SRatio

The Marcus Corporation ( NYSE:MCS ) shareholders that were waiting for something to happen have been dealt a blow with...
Analysis Article Feb 16

Marcus' (NYSE:MCS) Dividend Will Be $0.07

The board of The Marcus Corporation ( NYSE:MCS ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of $0.07 per share on the...
Seeking Alpha Jan 29

Marcus Corporation: A Niche Player Navigating A Competitive Market

Summary MCS operates as a smaller player in the cinema industry, focused mainly in the Midwest, while rivals AMC and Cinemark dominate with larger networks and wider reach. The company's hotels and resorts provide alternative revenue, but growth relies heavily on seasonal events like the Republican National Convention to boost demand. MCS has consistent top-line growth and its 2024 net loss was driven by a non-recurring, debt conversion expense that ultimately benefits shareholders by avoiding share dilution. The company is cash-rich, with manageable debt, working capital is negative but aligns with industry trends, but free cash flow is stagnant. MCS raises ticket prices and offers premium experiences, but its competitive market makes the sustainability of this strategy uncertain without greater market dominance. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article Nov 02

The Marcus Corporation's (NYSE:MCS) P/S Is Still On The Mark Following 28% Share Price Bounce

The Marcus Corporation ( NYSE:MCS ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 28% gain in the last month...
Analysis Article Nov 01

Here's Why Marcus (NYSE:MCS) Has A Meaningful Debt Burden

Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...
Seeking Alpha May 24

Marcus Corporation: No Catalyst To Unlock Real Estate Value; Maintain Hold

Summary The Marcus Corporation's stock has fallen by 30% since the last analysis, reaching a level last seen during the COVID-19 pandemic. The company's real estate assets are undervalued by the market, estimated to be worth $15 per share. However, there are no catalysts in sight to unlock the value of the real estate assets. Investors will likely have to wait until 2025 when a better film slate will likely improve sentiment towards the sector. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article May 03

At US$12.05, Is The Marcus Corporation (NYSE:MCS) Worth Looking At Closely?

While The Marcus Corporation ( NYSE:MCS ) might not have the largest market cap around , it received a lot of attention...
Seeking Alpha Nov 05

Marcus Corporation: Theatre Attendance Still Below 2019 Levels

Summary The Marcus Corporation's stock price has remained stagnant over the past year, reflecting concerns about the future of movie theatre attendance. My prediction that movie attendance will not return to pre-COVID levels has been proven correct and implies lower profits for The Marcus's movie theatres. Shares are trading at an expensive 43.7x 2023 P/E. Balance against poor profitability is MCS' real estate holdings. However, surfacing value is not straightforward given the tough commercial real estate environment. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article Aug 07

Marcus' (NYSE:MCS) Shareholders Will Receive A Bigger Dividend Than Last Year

The board of The Marcus Corporation ( NYSE:MCS ) has announced that the dividend on 15th of September will be increased...

Financial Position Analysis

Short Term Liabilities: MCS's short term assets ($50.4M) do not cover its short term liabilities ($145.2M).

Long Term Liabilities: MCS's short term assets ($50.4M) do not cover its long term liabilities ($405.7M).


Debt to Equity History and Analysis

Debt Level: MCS's net debt to equity ratio (36.9%) is considered satisfactory.

Reducing Debt: MCS's debt to equity ratio has reduced from 70.5% to 39.5% over the past 5 years.

Debt Coverage: MCS's debt is well covered by operating cash flow (59.9%).

Interest Coverage: MCS's interest payments on its debt are not well covered by EBIT (2.1x coverage).


Balance Sheet


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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/05/07 19:21
End of Day Share Price 2026/05/07 00:00
Earnings2026/03/31
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

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Analyst Sources

The Marcus Corporation is covered by 6 analysts. 4 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
David LoebBaird
Patrick ShollBarrington Research Associates, Inc.
Michael HickeyBenchmark Company