Cinemark (CNK)


Market Price (11/8/2026): $38.5 | Market Cap: $4.5 BilSector: Communication Services | Industry: Movies & Entertainment

Cinemark (CNK)


Market Price (11/8/2026): $38.5
Market Cap: $4.5 Bil
Sector: Communication Services
Industry: Movies & Entertainment

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Attractive yield
Total YieldTotal Yield = Earnings Yield + Dividend Yield, Earnings Yield = Net Income / Market Cap Dividend Yield = Total Dividends / Market Cap is 7.4%, FCF Yield is 7.6%

Attractive cash flow generation
CFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 17%

Low stock price volatility
Vol 12M is 39%

Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Experience Economy & Premiumization. Themes include Experiential Retail, and Travel & Leisure Tech.

Trading close to highs
Dist 52W High is -3.7%, Dist 3Y High is -3.7%

Debt is significant
Net D/ENet Debt/Equity. Debt net of cash. Negative indicates net cash. Equity is taken as the Market Capitalization is 54%

Key risks
CNK key risks include [1] its substantial debt load and high financial leverage.

0 Attractive yield
Total YieldTotal Yield = Earnings Yield + Dividend Yield, Earnings Yield = Net Income / Market Cap Dividend Yield = Total Dividends / Market Cap is 7.4%, FCF Yield is 7.6%
1 Attractive cash flow generation
CFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 17%
2 Low stock price volatility
Vol 12M is 39%
3 Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Experience Economy & Premiumization. Themes include Experiential Retail, and Travel & Leisure Tech.
4 Trading close to highs
Dist 52W High is -3.7%, Dist 3Y High is -3.7%
5 Debt is significant
Net D/ENet Debt/Equity. Debt net of cash. Negative indicates net cash. Equity is taken as the Market Capitalization is 54%
6 Key risks
CNK key risks include [1] its substantial debt load and high financial leverage.

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Valuation & Metrics

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Why The Stock Moved

Qualitative Assessment

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Updated on 11/4/2026

Cinemark (CNK) stock has gained about 5% since 7/31/2026 because of the following key factors:

1. Strong Fiscal Q3 2026 Earnings Beat Fueled by Record Revenue and EPS.

Cinemark reported exceptional results for its fiscal third quarter ended September 30, 2026, exceeding analyst expectations for both revenue and earnings per share (EPS). The company posted a record worldwide revenue of $1.06 billion, a substantial 23.5% increase from $857.5 million in the same period last year, and surpassed analyst estimates of $1.03 billion to $1.04 billion. Diluted EPS soared to $1.04, significantly higher than the $0.40 reported in fiscal Q3 2025, beating consensus estimates that ranged from $0.89 to $0.98. Additionally, adjusted EBITDA reached a record $268 million for the quarter, with an adjusted EBITDA margin expanding by 460 basis points year over year.

2. Robust Film Slate and Surging Theatrical Attendance.

The period since July 31, 2026, benefited from a strong and consistent film release schedule, contributing to significant growth in theatrical attendance and profitability. Cinemark achieved its highest domestic summer box office in company history by early September 2026. Global attendance in fiscal Q3 2026 increased by 17.5% year-over-year, reaching approximately 63.7 million patrons. Key releases, including the "highest-grossing North American film ever" for Cinemark (Spider-Man: Brand New Day) which also delivered the company's highest grossing single-title, three-day domestic opening in early August 2026, drove this resurgence in moviegoing. The company also highlighted continued consumer interest in theatrical experiences and expanding theatrical windows as positive industry trends.

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Updated on 11/4/2026

Cinemark (CNK) stock has gained about 5% since 7/31/2026 because of the following key factors:

1. Strong Fiscal Q3 2026 Earnings Beat Fueled by Record Revenue and EPS.

Cinemark reported exceptional results for its fiscal third quarter ended September 30, 2026, exceeding analyst expectations for both revenue and earnings per share (EPS). The company posted a record worldwide revenue of $1.06 billion, a substantial 23.5% increase from $857.5 million in the same period last year, and surpassed analyst estimates of $1.03 billion to $1.04 billion. Diluted EPS soared to $1.04, significantly higher than the $0.40 reported in fiscal Q3 2025, beating consensus estimates that ranged from $0.89 to $0.98. Additionally, adjusted EBITDA reached a record $268 million for the quarter, with an adjusted EBITDA margin expanding by 460 basis points year over year.

2. Robust Film Slate and Surging Theatrical Attendance.

The period since July 31, 2026, benefited from a strong and consistent film release schedule, contributing to significant growth in theatrical attendance and profitability. Cinemark achieved its highest domestic summer box office in company history by early September 2026. Global attendance in fiscal Q3 2026 increased by 17.5% year-over-year, reaching approximately 63.7 million patrons. Key releases, including the "highest-grossing North American film ever" for Cinemark (Spider-Man: Brand New Day) which also delivered the company's highest grossing single-title, three-day domestic opening in early August 2026, drove this resurgence in moviegoing. The company also highlighted continued consumer interest in theatrical experiences and expanding theatrical windows as positive industry trends.

3. Enhanced Financial Health and Shareholder Returns.

Cinemark's strengthened balance sheet provided flexibility for growth investments and shareholder returns. As of September 30, 2026, the company's net leverage fell to 1.7x, which is below its target range of 2x–3x. Cash and cash equivalents rose to $555.5 million by the end of fiscal Q3 2026, up from $344.3 million at the end of December 2025. Furthermore, Cinemark demonstrated its commitment to shareholders by announcing a quarterly cash dividend of $0.09 per common share, which was paid on September 9, 2026, to shareholders of record as of August 26, 2026.

4. Positive Analyst Sentiment and Upgraded Price Targets.

Following the strong performance and positive outlook, multiple financial analysts revised their ratings and price targets upwards for Cinemark. Wedbush raised its price target for CNK from $45.00 to $46.00 while maintaining an "outperform" rating. Morgan Stanley increased its price target to $45.00 from $40.00 in late October 2026. Other firms, such as Wells Fargo & Company, Weiss Ratings, Zacks Research, Benchmark, and Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft, also either reiterated "buy" ratings, upgraded ratings, or raised price targets during the specified period. The overall consensus among analysts for Cinemark stock remained "Buy" with an average price target of approximately $39.57 to $41.82 by October/November 2026.

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Stock Movement Drivers

Fundamental Drivers

The 6.6% change in CNK stock from 7/31/2026 to 11/7/2026 was primarily driven by a 26.3% change in the company's Net Income Margin (%).
(LTM values as of)731202611072026Change
Stock Price ($)36.5038.906.6%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)3,3633,5656.0%
Net Income Margin (%)6.4%8.1%26.3%
P/E Multiple19.415.4-20.7%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)1151150.4%
Cumulative Contribution6.6%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

7/31/2026 to 11/7/2026
ReturnCorrelation
CNK6.6% 
Market (SPY)-1.6%24.4%
Sector (XLC)-3.2%35.2%

Fundamental Drivers

The 32.5% change in CNK stock from 4/30/2026 to 11/7/2026 was primarily driven by a 83.3% change in the company's Net Income Margin (%).
(LTM values as of)430202611072026Change
Stock Price ($)29.3538.9032.5%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)3,1153,56514.4%
Net Income Margin (%)4.4%8.1%83.3%
P/E Multiple24.615.4-37.5%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)1161151.0%
Cumulative Contribution32.5%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

4/30/2026 to 11/7/2026
ReturnCorrelation
CNK32.5% 
Market (SPY)2.6%6.4%
Sector (XLC)-9.8%19.6%

Fundamental Drivers

The 45.8% change in CNK stock from 10/31/2025 to 11/7/2026 was primarily driven by a 49.3% change in the company's P/E Multiple.
(LTM values as of)1031202511072026Change
Stock Price ($)26.6838.9045.8%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)3,2173,56510.8%
Net Income Margin (%)9.1%8.1%-10.9%
P/E Multiple10.315.449.3%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)114115-1.0%
Cumulative Contribution45.8%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

10/31/2025 to 11/7/2026
ReturnCorrelation
CNK45.8% 
Market (SPY)8.7%7.5%
Sector (XLC)-7.9%14.9%

Fundamental Drivers

The 140.9% change in CNK stock from 10/31/2023 to 11/7/2026 was primarily driven by a 82.4% change in the company's P/S Multiple.
(LTM values as of)1031202311072026Change
Stock Price ($)16.1538.90140.9%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)2,8033,56527.2%
P/S Multiple0.71.382.4%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)1191153.8%
Cumulative Contribution140.9%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

10/31/2023 to 11/7/2026
ReturnCorrelation
CNK140.9% 
Market (SPY)81.9%14.3%
Sector (XLC)67.1%19.9%

Return vs. Risk

Price Returns Compared

 202120222023202420252026Total [1]
Returns
CNK Return-7%-46%63%120%-24%69%128%
Peers Return154%-69%-13%78%49%-12%59%
S&P 500 Return27%-19%24%23%16%12%105%

Monthly Win Rates [3]
CNK Win Rate58%33%58%75%33%73% 
Peers Win Rate53%28%36%50%47%50% 
S&P 500 Win Rate75%42%67%75%67%45% 

Max Drawdowns [4]
CNK Max Drawdown-46%-57%-29%-17%-35%-16% 
Peers Max Drawdown-56%-74%-53%-46%-50%-47% 
S&P 500 Max Drawdown-5%-25%-10%-8%-19%-9% 


[1] Cumulative total returns since the beginning of 2021
[2] Peers: LYV, CURI, MPU, MSGK, MSGR. See CNK Returns vs. Peers.
[3] Win Rate = % of calendar months in which monthly returns were positive
[4] Max drawdown represents maximum peak-to-trough decline within a year
[5] 2026 data is for the year up to 11/6/2026 (YTD)

How Low Can It Go

EventCNKS&P 500
2025 US Tariff Shock
  % Loss-16.6%-18.8%
  % Gain to Breakeven20.0%23.1%
  Time to Breakeven42 days79 days
2022 Inflation Shock & Fed Tightening
  % Loss-46.2%-24.5%
  % Gain to Breakeven86.0%32.4%
  Time to Breakeven193 days427 days
2020 COVID-19 Crash
  % Loss-79.2%-33.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven380.9%50.9%
  Time to Breakeven1699 days140 days
2015-2016 China Devaluation / Global Growth Scare
  % Loss-29.2%-12.2%
  % Gain to Breakeven41.2%13.9%
  Time to Breakeven161 days62 days
2014-2016 Oil Price Collapse
  % Loss-20.4%-6.8%
  % Gain to Breakeven25.7%7.3%
  Time to Breakeven32 days15 days
2013 Taper Tantrum
  % Loss-11.9%-0.2%
  % Gain to Breakeven13.5%0.2%
  Time to Breakeven43 days1 days

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In The Past

Cinemark's stock fell -16.6% during the 2025 US Tariff Shock. Such a loss loss requires a 20.0% gain to breakeven.

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EventCNKS&P 500
2022 Inflation Shock & Fed Tightening
  % Loss-46.2%-24.5%
  % Gain to Breakeven86.0%32.4%
  Time to Breakeven193 days427 days
2020 COVID-19 Crash
  % Loss-79.2%-33.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven380.9%50.9%
  Time to Breakeven1699 days140 days
2015-2016 China Devaluation / Global Growth Scare
  % Loss-29.2%-12.2%
  % Gain to Breakeven41.2%13.9%
  Time to Breakeven161 days62 days
2014-2016 Oil Price Collapse
  % Loss-20.4%-6.8%
  % Gain to Breakeven25.7%7.3%
  Time to Breakeven32 days15 days
2010 Eurozone Sovereign Debt Crisis / Flash Crash
  % Loss-32.3%-15.4%
  % Gain to Breakeven47.6%18.2%
  Time to Breakeven228 days125 days
2008-2009 Global Financial Crisis
  % Loss-56.4%-53.4%
  % Gain to Breakeven129.2%114.4%
  Time to Breakeven385 days1085 days

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In The Past

Cinemark's stock fell -16.6% during the 2025 US Tariff Shock. Such a loss loss requires a 20.0% gain to breakeven.

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About Cinemark (CNK)

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Cinemark Holdings, Inc. (CNK) is a leading player in the motion picture exhibition business, operating a large chain of movie theaters across multiple countries. The company's primary function is to provide venues and facilities for the public to watch films on big screens. As of early 2022, Cinemark managed 522 theaters equipped with 5,868 screens, establishing a significant presence in the United States, South America, and Central America.

The company's main services revolve around offering an immersive cinematic experience, with its core products being movie tickets for access to a diverse selection of films. Crucially, Cinemark also generates substantial revenue from selling a wide array of concessions, including popcorn, soft drinks, and candies, enhancing the customer experience. The primary customers for Cinemark are individual moviegoers and the general public seeking out-of-home entertainment in a theatrical setting.

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Here are 1-3 brief analogies for Cinemark (CNK):
  • It's like AMC Theatres, but a different major movie theater chain.
  • A major movie theater operator, similar to AMC Theatres or Regal Cinemas.

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  • Movie Screenings: Cinemark provides public showings of motion pictures across its network of theaters.
  • Concessions: The company offers a variety of food, beverages, and snacks for purchase to enhance the movie-going experience.

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Cinemark Holdings, Inc. (CNK) operates movie theaters, and as such, primarily sells directly to individuals rather than other companies. Its major customers can be categorized into the following groups:

  1. General Moviegoers: This is the broadest customer category, encompassing individuals, couples, families, and groups of friends who visit Cinemark theaters for entertainment, to watch current film releases, and enjoy concessions.
  2. Families with Children: A significant demographic often targeted by specific film releases (e.g., animated features, family-friendly adventures). These customers seek out appropriate movie content and appreciate amenities catering to a family outing.
  3. Frequent Moviegoers and Loyalty Program Members: This segment includes individuals who attend movies regularly and often subscribe to Cinemark's loyalty programs (such as the Cinemark Movie Club). These customers represent a valuable group due to their consistent patronage and engagement with the brand.

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  • The Walt Disney Company (DIS)
  • Sony Group Corporation (SONY)
  • Comcast Corporation (CMCSA)
  • Paramount Global (PARA)
  • Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (WBD)

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Sean Gamble, President and Chief Executive Officer

Sean Gamble has served as Cinemark's President and Chief Executive Officer since January 2022. He previously held roles within the company as President, Chief Operating Officer, and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer from 2014 to 2022. Prior to joining Cinemark, Mr. Gamble was the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Universal Pictures within NBCUniversal (Comcast Corporation) from 2009 to 2014. He spent 15 years at General Electric Company in various senior leadership positions, including CFO of GE Oil & Gas' equipment business in Italy from 2007 to 2009. He joined GE in 1996 and was involved in supporting the acquisition of Universal by NBC.

Melissa Thomas, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

Melissa Thomas was appointed Cinemark's Chief Financial Officer in November 2021. Before her tenure at Cinemark, she served as Chief Financial Officer for Groupon starting in August 2019, and also held roles there as Chief Accounting Officer & Treasurer and Vice President of Commercial Finance. Her prior experience includes senior finance positions at Surgical Care Affiliates and Orbitz, and she began her career at PricewaterhouseCoopers.

Michael Cavalier, Executive Vice President, General Counsel & Business Affairs, Secretary

Michael Cavalier has been with Cinemark for over 30 years. He has served as Executive Vice President-General Counsel since February 2014 and as Secretary since December 2003. He was General Counsel from July 1997 and Associate General Counsel from July 1993 to July 1997. Before joining Cinemark, Mr. Cavalier was an Associate Attorney at Akin, Gump, Strauss, Hauer & Feld LLP.

Valmir Fernandes, President of Cinemark International

Valmir Fernandes possesses nearly 30 years of experience with Cinemark. He has held the position of President of Cinemark International since March 2007, following 10 years as the General Manager of Cinemark Brazil. He has extensive operating experience and expertise in the Latin American theatrical exhibition landscape.

Wanda Gierhart Fearing, Chief Marketing & Content Officer

Wanda Gierhart Fearing joined Cinemark in 2018 and was promoted to Chief Marketing and Content Officer in July 2021. Her extensive background in retail marketing includes previous roles as chief marketing officer for Neiman Marcus Group, president and CEO of TravelSmith, executive vice president of merchandising and marketing of Design Within Reach, and executive vice president and chief marketing officer of Limited Brands. Ms. Gierhart Fearing also serves as a board member for Cos Bar, a private equity-owned business.

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The key risks to Cinemark's business include intense competition from alternative entertainment options, the inherent dependence on a consistent supply of quality film content, and challenges associated with managing operational costs to maintain profitability.

  1. Competition from Streaming Services and At-Home Entertainment: Cinemark faces significant competition from the increasing prevalence of streaming services and other forms of in-home entertainment. Consumers have a growing number of choices for content viewing, and the convenience and often lower cost of at-home options present a continuous challenge to traditional moviegoing.
  2. Dependence on Film Content: The company's success is heavily reliant on the timing, quantity, and quality of film releases. A strong and consistent film slate, particularly of popular, wide-release films, is crucial for driving admissions and concession sales. Any downturn in the quality or appeal of movie offerings can directly impact Cinemark's revenue and profitability.
  3. Operational Costs and Profitability Challenges: Cinemark navigates substantial operational costs, including film rentals, concession supplies, salaries, equipment depreciation, and labor expenses. Achieving and maintaining profitability is an ongoing challenge, especially as the company must continuously invest in enhancing the customer experience, such as premium amenities like recliner seating and advanced auditoriums, to differentiate itself and attract audiences in a competitive market.

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The clear emerging threat to Cinemark is the continued erosion of the exclusive theatrical release window, driven by major film studios' increasing focus on direct-to-consumer streaming services. This strategic shift allows studios to more frequently offer premium content simultaneously in theaters and on streaming platforms, or bypass theatrical releases entirely, directly impacting the availability of high-demand films for Cinemark's screens and reducing the incentive for audiences to visit cinemas.

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Cinemark Holdings, Inc. (CNK) primarily operates in the motion picture exhibition business, with its main products and services revolving around providing moviegoing experiences through ticket sales and concessions. The addressable markets for these services include the United States and Latin America (South and Central America), where the company operates. The addressable market sizes for Cinemark's main products and services are as follows:
  • United States: The United States movie theater market size was valued at approximately USD 16.88 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 27.21 billion by 2033, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.41% between 2026 and 2033. Another estimate places the U.S. movie market at approximately USD 23.44 billion in 2024, expected to grow to about USD 34.64 billion by 2033.
  • Latin America (South and Central America): The Latin America movie and entertainment market generated a revenue of USD 5.07 billion in 2023. Of this, movies (box office) represented the largest revenue-generating product, accounting for 75.8% of the market in 2023, implying an addressable movie market of approximately USD 3.845 billion in 2023. Specifically for South America, the movie theater market size was USD 3.18 billion in 2024 and is projected to expand at a CAGR of 4.4% from 2024 to 2031. Mexico, a key country in Latin America, led the region in box office revenue, reaching approximately USD 1.47 billion in 2023.

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Cinemark Holdings, Inc. (CNK) is expected to drive future revenue growth over the next 2-3 years through several key initiatives and market trends:

  1. Stronger Film Slate and Box Office Recovery: A robust and consistent lineup of compelling film releases is anticipated to drive increased moviegoer attendance and boost domestic box office revenue. Cinemark has consistently demonstrated its ability to outperform industry recovery benchmarks, indicating its capacity to capitalize on a healthier film slate.

  2. Growth in Concession Sales and Per Capita Spending: Cinemark has achieved record-high concession sales and per capita spending, which are significant contributors to overall revenue. The company expects to sustain this growth through strategic pricing actions, higher incidence rates, and an expanded product mix that includes enhanced food offerings.

  3. Expansion of Premium Amenities and Formats: Investments in enhancing the cinematic experience, such as the continued rollout of luxury recliners and the expansion of premium formats like Cinemark XD, D-BOX, IMAX, and ScreenX, are expected to attract more patrons and command higher ticket prices. These premium offerings are a significant driver of box office outperformance.

  4. Strategic Pricing Opportunities: Management anticipates a modest increase in average ticket prices over the coming years. This growth will be fueled by strategic pricing opportunities across its offerings and the continued expansion of higher-priced premium viewing experiences.

  5. Growth of the Cinemark Movie Club Subscription Program: The proprietary subscription service, Cinemark Movie Club (also referred to as Cinemark Plus), has shown substantial membership growth. This program fosters customer loyalty and provides a stable, recurring revenue stream by driving frequent visitation, with members accounting for a significant portion of total attendance.

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Share Repurchases

  • Cinemark's Board of Directors authorized a new $300 million share repurchase program in November 2025.
  • In March 2025, the company completed its first-ever stock buyback program, repurchasing $200 million of common stock, equating to 7.93 million shares at an average price of $25.22.
  • The company completed a $75 million share repurchase in Q4 2025, representing nearly 3% of its outstanding shares.

Share Issuance

  • Cinemark issued shares upon the maturity of convertible notes and warrant settlements in 2025.
  • The company plans to issue shares for any incremental exposure above the strike price related to the settlement of its $460 million convertible notes in August 2025.

Capital Expenditures

  • Cinemark expects capital expenditures to increase to $250 million in 2026, with approximately $50 million to $60 million allocated to international markets and the remainder to the U.S.
  • Capital expenditures for fiscal year 2025 were projected at $225 million, a notable increase from $151 million in the prior fiscal year (2024).
  • Over the three years ending in early 2026, Cinemark reinvested over $500 million in capital expenditures, focusing on new developments, theater upgrades, expanded deployment of laser projection systems, luxury recliners, advanced sound systems, and new builds in under-penetrated areas.

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Peer Outperformance in Movies & Entertainment

CNK has outperformed 86% of its 21 Movies & Entertainment peers over 5Y. Among the peers that beat it is IMAX. Movies & Entertainment ranks 4th of 9 industries in Communication Services by median 5Y return.
Share of Movies & Entertainment constituents that CNK has outperformed, by holding period. Peers without a full price history over a given window are excluded from that window.
1Y
73%
of 26 industry peers · 37.8% return
3Y
83%
of 24 industry peers · 166.1% return
5Y
86%
of 21 industry peers · 79.7% return
Movies & Entertainment peers with revenue growth within 4pp of CNK's that beat it on at least 2 of 3 windows, and by at least 20pp over 5Y. Growth is matched by construction, so the gap is largely a re-rating gap. The multiple column is the context for it.
Ticker Name Rev Growth 3Y Avg P/E 1Y3Y5Y 5Y Gap
CNK Cinemark 5.9% 15.4x 37.8%166.1%79.7% —
IMAX Imax 8.9% 19.6x 38.3%170.4%129.7% +50pp
Price returns, excluding dividends. P/E shown for context only and not used for matching.
Median price return by industry across the Communication Services sector, ranked by 5Y. Movies & Entertainment is CNK's own industry. Use this to see which corners of the sector have carried the returns.
Industry Names 1Y med3Y med5Y med Top 3 by 5Y
Wireless Telecommunication Services 3 -10.4%16.2%38.9% ECHO 262% · TMUS 39%
Publishing 6 25.1%14.8%8.2% NYT 44% · NWSA 13% · WLY 10%
Integrated Telecommunication Services 21 -13.2%18.4%-23.8% GSAT 237% · AD 102% · TDS 94%
Movies & Entertainment ← 22 11.6%45.2%-29.4% IMAX 130% · FWONA 94% · BATRA 81%
Interactive Media & Services 33 -35.8%-39.4%-71.0% GOOGL 93% · META 81% · CARG -8%
Broadcasting 14 -15.1%-21.3%-71.3% FOXA 71% · NXST 34% · SIRI -39%
Alternative Carriers 4 -40.8%15.9%-73.3% IRDM 10% · LUMN -69%
Advertising 18 -36.2%-11.4%-73.3% APP 297% · OMC 50% · MGNI 21%
Interactive Home Entertainment 8 -43.6%-61.0%-73.5% TTWO 15% · RBLX -37% · PINS -59%
Median of constituents with a full price history over each window. Top names are limited to companies above $2B market cap.

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Financials

CNKLYVCURIMPUMSGKMSGRMedian
NameCinemark Live Nat.Curiosit.Mega Mat.MSG Knic.MSG Rang. 
Mkt Price38.50174.922.501.26311.59240.09106.71
Mkt Cap4.440.80.1---4.4
Rev LTM3,56527,87876-1,068-2,317
Op Inc LTM539893-0-137-338
FCF LTM3418385-147-244
FCF 3Y Avg2821,0274-143-213
CFO LTM6242,0475-148-386
CFO 3Y Avg4821,9434-145-313

Growth & Margins

CNKLYVCURIMPUMSGKMSGRMedian
NameCinemark Live Nat.Curiosit.Mega Mat.MSG Knic.MSG Rang. 
Rev Chg LTM13.1%13.5%24.9%-21.4%-17.5%
Rev Chg 3Y Avg5.9%9.6%6.9%-19.9%-8.3%
Rev Chg Q23.5%18.9%22.3%-9.4%-20.6%
QoQ Delta Rev Chg LTM6.0%6.1%5.9%-3.0%-5.9%
Op Inc Chg LTM46.9%-21.0%96.5%-64.1%-55.5%
Op Inc Chg 3Y Avg18.3%-3.9%70.2%-337.1%-44.2%
Op Mgn LTM15.1%3.2%-0.3%-12.8%-8.0%
Op Mgn 3Y Avg12.3%4.0%-13.4%-11.2%-7.6%
QoQ Delta Op Mgn LTM1.7%0.3%12.1%--1.9%-1.0%
CFO/Rev LTM17.5%7.3%7.1%-13.9%-10.6%
CFO/Rev 3Y Avg14.9%7.7%6.2%-15.4%-11.3%
FCF/Rev LTM9.6%3.0%7.1%-13.7%-8.3%
FCF/Rev 3Y Avg8.8%4.1%6.1%-15.2%-7.5%

Valuation

CNKLYVCURIMPUMSGKMSGRMedian
NameCinemark Live Nat.Curiosit.Mega Mat.MSG Knic.MSG Rang. 
Mkt Cap4.440.80.1---4.4
P/S1.21.51.9---1.5
P/Op Inc8.245.7-651.9---8.2
P/EBIT8.136.4-651.9---8.1
P/E15.2269.96,165.6---269.9
P/CFO7.119.927.4---19.9
Total Yield7.4%0.4%13.0%---7.4%
Dividend Yield0.9%0.0%12.9%---0.9%
FCF Yield 3Y Avg7.8%3.0%1.2%---3.0%
D/E0.70.30.0---0.3
Net D/E0.50.1-0.0---0.1

Returns

CNKLYVCURIMPUMSGKMSGRMedian
NameCinemark Live Nat.Curiosit.Mega Mat.MSG Knic.MSG Rang. 
1M Rtn4.7%2.1%-15.0%-56.7%3.8%35.2%2.9%
3M Rtn3.6%-3.2%-5.0%-68.7%3.8%35.2%0.2%
6M Rtn43.1%7.1%-14.1%-88.9%3.8%35.2%5.4%
12M Rtn36.4%24.5%-29.7%-93.6%3.8%35.2%14.1%
3Y Rtn163.3%100.3%419.4%-91.0%3.8%35.2%67.8%
1M Excs Rtn9.7%7.1%-10.0%-51.8%8.8%40.2%7.9%
3M Excs Rtn7.0%-0.4%-3.2%-66.1%8.6%40.0%3.3%
6M Excs Rtn43.4%7.4%-13.8%-88.6%4.1%35.5%5.7%
12M Excs Rtn26.9%21.2%-41.1%-102.3%-4.8%26.7%8.2%
3Y Excs Rtn63.8%43.6%434.3%-164.5%-70.4%-38.7%2.5%

Financials

Segment Financials

Revenue by Segment
$ Mil20252024202320222021
Admissions revenue1,5451,5221,5561,247780
Concession revenue1,2271,1981,192938562
Other revenue19118317414285
Screen advertising, screen rental and promotional revenue15214614512784
Total3,1153,0503,0672,4551,510


Price Behavior

Price Behavior
Market Price$38.90 
Market Cap ($ Bil)4.5 
First Trading Date04/24/2007 
Distance from 52W High-3.7% 
   50 Days200 Days
DMA Price$37.14$31.58
DMA Trendupup
Distance from DMA4.7%23.2%
 3M1YR
Volatility30.7%38.8%
Downside Capture6.18-7.71
Upside Capture36.0330.03
Correlation (S&P 500)22.7%8.2%
CNK Betas & Captures as of 10/31/2026

 1M2M3M6M1Y3Y
Beta-0.000.490.560.090.180.32
Up Beta-0.661.831.45-0.100.190.45
Down Beta2.591.571.470.180.350.36
Up Capture-60%32%25%47%26%12%
Bmk +ve Days12182862130427
Stock +ve Days11213065128380
Down Capture-137%-49%-15%-52%-25%14%
Bmk -ve Days10253664121325
Stock -ve Days11223461122365

[1] Upside and downside betas calculated using positive and negative benchmark daily returns respectively
Based On 1-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with CNK
CNK36.9%38.8%0.89-
Sector ETF (XLC)-6.8%16.6%-0.6114.4%
Equity (SPY)9.5%13.6%0.407.2%
Gold (GLD)1.6%28.7%0.052.7%
Commodities (DBC)38.4%21.2%1.42-13.1%
Real Estate (VNQ)11.3%14.2%0.5112.8%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)-27.2%43.6%-0.61-0.5%

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Based On 5-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with CNK
CNK16.2%42.2%0.47-
Sector ETF (XLC)6.5%21.1%0.2235.6%
Equity (SPY)11.3%17.3%0.4832.4%
Gold (GLD)17.5%19.1%0.743.8%
Commodities (DBC)8.1%19.6%0.305.1%
Real Estate (VNQ)1.3%18.9%-0.0427.8%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)4.0%51.6%0.2615.9%

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Based On 10-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with CNK
CNK1.5%56.1%0.24-
Sector ETF (XLC)8.5%22.1%0.4230.5%
Equity (SPY)15.0%18.0%0.7030.2%
Gold (GLD)11.9%16.5%0.59-3.5%
Commodities (DBC)7.5%18.1%0.3315.2%
Real Estate (VNQ)5.9%20.7%0.2431.7%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)60.0%66.3%1.0011.8%

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Short Interest

Short Interest: As Of Date10152026
Short Interest: Shares Quantity7.6 Mil
Short Interest: % Change Since 9302026-9.8%
Average Daily Volume1.6 Mil
Days-to-Cover Short Interest4.8 days
Basic Shares Quantity114.7 Mil
Short % of Basic Shares6.6%

Earnings Returns History

Updated 11/6/2026
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 Forward Returns
Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
11/3/2026-0.6%  
7/30/20263.6%8.3%5.1%
5/1/2026-6.4%-6.9%5.5%
2/18/20264.1%1.2%5.3%
11/5/20257.6%13.7%-17.7%
5/2/20251.4%3.7%10.8%
2/19/2025-13.6%-19.3%-20.8%
10/31/2024-2.4%0.9%13.3%
...
SUMMARY STATS   
# Positive141314
# Negative10109
Median Positive3.9%4.6%10.7%
Median Negative-2.3%-2.8%-12.2%
Max Positive9.4%54.2%69.2%
Max Negative-13.6%-19.3%-29.7%
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 Forward Returns
Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
11/3/2026-0.6%  
7/30/20263.6%8.3%5.1%
5/1/2026-6.4%-6.9%5.5%
2/18/20264.1%1.2%5.3%
11/5/20257.6%13.7%-17.7%
5/2/20251.4%3.7%10.8%
2/19/2025-13.6%-19.3%-20.8%
10/31/2024-2.4%0.9%13.3%
8/2/20247.6%12.5%18.6%
5/2/20240.9%-0.3%-0.9%
2/16/2024-0.1%-1.6%10.5%
11/3/2023-2.4%-12.1%-12.2%
8/4/20231.2%2.9%-1.7%
5/5/2023-2.2%-0.2%5.1%
2/24/20231.4%5.2%2.5%
11/4/20229.4%12.3%24.8%
8/5/2022-13.4%-12.0%-29.7%
5/6/20220.6%-2.3%12.8%
2/25/2022-0.2%-1.2%-3.8%
11/5/20218.2%4.0%-18.7%
8/6/20211.9%-3.3%10.9%
5/7/20215.3%2.8%10.5%
2/26/2021-1.5%4.6%-9.7%
11/5/20206.2%54.2%69.2%
SUMMARY STATS   
# Positive141314
# Negative10109
Median Positive3.9%4.6%10.7%
Median Negative-2.3%-2.8%-12.2%
Max Positive9.4%54.2%69.2%
Max Negative-13.6%-19.3%-29.7%

SEC Filings

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Report DateFiling DateFiling
09/30/202611/03/202610-Q
06/30/202607/30/202610-Q
03/31/202605/01/202610-Q
12/31/202502/18/202610-K
09/30/202511/05/202510-Q
06/30/202508/01/202510-Q
03/31/202505/02/202510-Q
12/31/202402/19/202510-K
09/30/202410/31/202410-Q
06/30/202408/02/202410-Q
03/31/202405/02/202410-Q
12/31/202302/16/202410-K
09/30/202311/03/202310-Q
06/30/202308/04/202310-Q
03/31/202305/05/202310-Q
12/31/202202/24/202310-K
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Report DateFiling DateFiling
09/30/202611/03/202610-Q
06/30/202607/30/202610-Q
03/31/202605/01/202610-Q
12/31/202502/18/202610-K
09/30/202511/05/202510-Q
06/30/202508/01/202510-Q
03/31/202505/02/202510-Q
12/31/202402/19/202510-K
09/30/202410/31/202410-Q
06/30/202408/02/202410-Q
03/31/202405/02/202410-Q
12/31/202302/16/202410-K
09/30/202311/03/202310-Q
06/30/202308/04/202310-Q
03/31/202305/05/202310-Q
12/31/202202/24/202310-K
09/30/202211/04/202210-Q
06/30/202208/05/202210-Q
03/31/202205/06/202210-Q
12/31/202102/25/202210-K
09/30/202111/05/202110-Q
06/30/202108/06/202110-Q
03/31/202105/07/202110-Q
12/31/202002/26/202110-K
09/30/202011/05/202010-Q
06/30/202008/04/202010-Q
03/31/202006/03/202010-Q
12/31/201902/21/202010-K

Insider Activity

Updated 9/28/2026
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#OwnerTitleHoldingActionFiling DatePriceSharesTransacted
Value
Value of
Held Shares
Form
1Zoradi, Mark Mark & Cathy Zoradi 96 Rev TrustSell504202629.52150,0004,428,0008,460,668Form
2Thomas, MelissaEVP, Chief Financial OfficerDirectSell205202626.057,944206,9414,152,787Form
3Zoradi, Mark Family TrustSell1222202532.3885,2292,759,71514,137,367Form
4Zoradi, Mark Family TrustSell1222202516.172,00032,3401,970,250Form
5Zoradi, Mark Family TrustBuy1222202510.5820,000211,6001,310,291Form
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#OwnerTitleHoldingActionFiling DatePriceSharesTransacted
Value
Value of
Held Shares
Form
1Zoradi, Mark Mark & Cathy Zoradi 96 Rev TrustSell504202629.52150,0004,428,0008,460,668Form
2Thomas, MelissaEVP, Chief Financial OfficerDirectSell205202626.057,944206,9414,152,787Form
3Zoradi, Mark Family TrustSell1222202532.3885,2292,759,71514,137,367Form
4Zoradi, Mark Family TrustSell1222202516.172,00032,3401,970,250Form
5Zoradi, Mark Family TrustBuy1222202510.5820,000211,6001,310,291Form
6Zoradi, Mark Family TrustBuy1222202525.4110,000254,1502,639,246Form
7Zoradi, Mark Family TrustBuy1222202528.7710,000287,7002,699,949Form
8Zoradi, Mark Family TrustBuy1222202532.195,000160,950448,085Form
9Zoradi, Mark Family TrustBuy1222202532.835,000164,150292,844Form
10Thomas, MelissaEVP, Chief Financial OfficerDirectSell1211202524.8122,082547,8544,152,202Form

Investor Activity (13F)

Updated Nov 8, 2026
13F holdings as of Mar 31, 2026 (Q1 2026)

Active managers (13F portfolio over $250M, at least 3 holdings) with a position over $5M that is either over 10% of their portfolio or held in a concentrated book of 50 or fewer total positions. Index/ETF, sovereign, bank, community-bank and charitable/donor-advised filers are excluded.

Active ManagerValue% of PortfolioTotal PositionsQoQFiling
Lavaca Capital LLC$58.2 Mil10.8%277TRIM -64.3%13F
Park West Asset Management LLC$29.2 Mil2.6%48TRIM -29.4%13F
Luxor Capital Group, LP$6.5 Mil1.0%38TRIM -8.1%13F
Glendon Capital Management LP$7.4 Mil0.9%25TRIM -50.0%13F
Active Manager
Active ManagerValue% of PortfolioTotal PositionsQoQFiling
Lavaca Capital LLC$58.2 Mil10.8%277TRIM -64.3%13F
Glendon Capital Management LP$7.4 Mil0.9%25TRIM -50.0%13F
Park West Asset Management LLC$29.2 Mil2.6%48TRIM -29.4%13F
Luxor Capital Group, LP$6.5 Mil1.0%38TRIM -8.1%13F
Active ManagerValue% of PortfolioTotal PositionsQoQFiling
Lavaca Capital LLC$58.2 Mil10.8%277TRIM -64.3%13F
Park West Asset Management LLC$29.2 Mil2.6%48TRIM -29.4%13F
Glendon Capital Management LP$7.4 Mil0.9%25TRIM -50.0%13F
Luxor Capital Group, LP$6.5 Mil1.0%38TRIM -8.1%13F

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