The Marcus Corporation

NYSE:MCS Stock Report

Market Cap: US$555.6m

Marcus Management

Management criteria checks 3/4

Marcus' CEO is Greg Marcus, appointed in Jan 2008, has a tenure of 18.33 years. total yearly compensation is $4.84M, comprised of 20% salary and 80% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 3.96% of the company’s shares, worth $21.99M. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 9 years and 17.5 years respectively.

Key information

Greg Marcus

Chief executive officer

US$4.8m

Total compensation

CEO salary percentage20.04%
CEO tenure18.3yrs
CEO ownership4.0%
Management average tenure9yrs
Board average tenure17.5yrs

Recent management updates

Recent updates

Analysis Article May 09

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...

CEO Compensation Analysis

How has Greg Marcus's remuneration changed compared to Marcus's earnings?
DateTotal CompensationSalaryCompany Earnings
Mar 31 2026n/an/a

US$14m

Dec 31 2025US$5mUS$970k

US$13m

Sep 30 2025n/an/a

US$8m

Jun 30 2025n/an/a

US$15m

Mar 31 2025n/an/a

-US$13m

Dec 26 2024US$7mUS$950k

-US$8m

Sep 26 2024n/an/a

-US$10m

Jun 27 2024n/an/a

-US$21m

Mar 28 2024n/an/a

US$12m

Dec 28 2023US$5mUS$950k

US$15m

Sep 28 2023n/an/a

US$7m

Jun 29 2023n/an/a

-US$2m

Mar 30 2023n/an/a

-US$7m

Dec 29 2022US$4mUS$942k

-US$12m

Sep 29 2022n/an/a

US$4m

Jun 30 2022n/an/a

US$2m

Mar 31 2022n/an/a

-US$30m

Dec 30 2021US$4mUS$875k

-US$43m

Sep 30 2021n/an/a

-US$89m

Jul 01 2021n/an/a

-US$130m

Apr 01 2021n/an/a

-US$134m

Dec 31 2020US$5mUS$466k

-US$125m

Sep 24 2020n/an/a

-US$78m

Jun 25 2020n/an/a

-US$24m

Mar 26 2020n/an/a

US$21m

Dec 26 2019US$5mUS$834k

US$42m

Compensation vs Market: Greg's total compensation ($USD4.84M) is above average for companies of similar size in the US market ($USD2.64M).

Compensation vs Earnings: Greg's compensation has been consistent with company performance over the past year.


CEO

Greg Marcus (60 yo)

18.3yrs
Tenure
US$4,840,339
Compensation

Mr. Gregory S. Marcus, J.D., also known as Greg, serves as Board of Directors at Marcus Investment LLC. He is President of The Marcus Corporation since January 08, 2008 and serves as its Chief Executive Of...


Leadership Team

NamePositionTenureCompensationOwnership
Gregory Marcus
President18.3yrsUS$4.84m3.96%
$ 22.0m
Chad Paris
CFO & Treasurer4.6yrsUS$1.41m0.23%
$ 1.3m
Thomas Kissinger
Senior EVP32.8yrsUS$1.78m0.67%
$ 3.7m
Michael Evans
President of Marcus Hotels & Resorts division6.3yrsUS$1.46m0.15%
$ 828.1k
Kim Lueck
Chief Information Officer11.7yrsno datano data
Steven Martin
Chief Human Resources Officer4.2yrsno datano data
Jeffry Tomachek
President of Marcus Theatresno datano datano data
Steven Bartelt
Director of Legal Affairs & Assistant Secretary12.8yrsno datano data
9.0yrs
Average Tenure
57yo
Average Age

Experienced Management: MCS's management team is seasoned and experienced (9 years average tenure).


Board Members

NamePositionTenureCompensationOwnership
Gregory Marcus
President20.6yrsUS$4.84m3.96%
$ 22.0m
Thomas Kissinger
Senior EVP2.8yrsUS$1.78m0.67%
$ 3.7m
Stephen Marcus
Chairman Emeritus3yrsUS$2.09m0.26%
$ 1.4m
Bruce Olson
Director30.1yrsUS$152.19k0.11%
$ 610.2k
Timothy Hoeksema
Independent Director31.3yrsUS$163.69k0.21%
$ 1.2m
Diane Gershowitz
Director41.3yrsUS$152.19k6.81%
$ 37.8m
Philip Milstein
Lead Independent Director30.3yrsUS$162.19k0.29%
$ 1.6m
Allan Selig
Independent Director31.3yrsUS$156.19k0.21%
$ 1.2m
Brian Stark
Independent Director14.3yrsUS$165.69k0.15%
$ 846.4k
Austin Ramirez
Independent Director3.2yrsUS$155.05k0.050%
$ 279.2k
Katherine Gehl
Independent Director11.3yrsUS$163.69k0.13%
$ 707.2k
Paul Leff
Independent Directorless than a yearUS$111.65k0.018%
$ 101.4k
17.5yrs
Average Tenure
72.5yo
Average Age

Experienced Board: MCS's board of directors are seasoned and experienced ( 17.5 years average tenure).


Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/05/26 12:40
End of Day Share Price 2026/05/26 00:00
Earnings2026/03/31
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

Data Sources

The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.

PackageDataTimeframeExample US Source *
Company Financials10 years
  • Income statement
  • Cash flow statement
  • Balance sheet
Analyst Consensus Estimates+3 years
  • Forecast financials
  • Analyst price targets
Market Prices30 years
  • Stock prices
  • Dividends, Splits and Actions
Ownership10 years
  • Top shareholders
  • Insider trading
Management10 years
  • Leadership team
  • Board of directors
Key Developments10 years
  • Company announcements

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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