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Cinemark Holdings, Inc.

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Cinemark Holdings, Inc. • NYSE
$27.38 ▼ -0.11% (-0.03)
Market Cap $3.17 B
52w High $36.28
52w Low $23.12
Dividend Yield 0.36%
P/E 24.89
Volume 1.64M
Outstanding Shares 115.95M

Income Statement

Period Revenue Operating Expense Net Income Net Profit Margin Earnings Per Share EBITDA
Q3-2025 $857.5M ▼ $61.9M ▼ $48.9M ▼ 5.703% ▼ $0.43 ▼ $116M ▼
Q2-2025 $940.5M ▲ $423.1M ▲ $93.5M ▲ 9.942% ▲ $0.81 ▲ $231.3M ▲
Q1-2025 $540.7M ▼ $374.2M ▼ $-38.9M ▼ -7.194% ▼ $-0.32 ▼ $40.1M ▼
Q4-2024 $814.3M ▼ $423M ▼ $51.3M ▼ 6.3% ▼ $0.42 ▼ $153M ▼
Q3-2024 $921.8M $428.2M $187.8M 20.373% $1.57 $237.4M

Balance Statement

Period Cash & Short-term Total Assets Total Liabilities Total Equity
Q3-2025 $461.3M ▼ $4.436B ▼ $4.043B ▲ $383.4M ▼
Q2-2025 $928M ▲ $4.988B ▲ $3.986B ▼ $991.9M ▲
Q1-2025 $699.4M ▼ $4.682B ▼ $4.325B ▼ $349.2M ▼
Q4-2024 $1.057B ▲ $5.067B ▲ $4.464B ▲ $594.4M ▲
Q3-2024 $928.3M $4.935B $4.367B $558.4M

Cash Flow Statement

Period Net Income Cash From Operations Cash From Investing Cash From Financing Net Change Free Cash Flow
Q3-2025 $50.5M ▼ $91.5M ▼ $-53.4M ▼ $-515.5M ▼ $-470.3M ▼ $38.1M ▼
Q2-2025 $94.7M ▲ $275.9M ▲ $-29.9M ▼ $-16.2M ▲ $232.2M ▲ $245.8M ▲
Q1-2025 $-38.9M ▼ $-119.1M ▼ $-15.3M ▲ $-230.1M ▼ $-357.9M ▼ $-141.2M ▼
Q4-2024 $50.8M ▼ $196.4M ▲ $-57.8M ▼ $-8.4M ▼ $129M ▼ $135.8M ▲
Q3-2024 $188.9M $107.4M $-42.7M $73.4M $139.5M $64.4M

Revenue by Products

Product Q4-2024Q1-2025Q2-2025Q3-2025
Admissions Revenue
Admissions Revenue
 $1.06Bn ▲$260.00M ▼$470.00M ▲$430.00M ▼
Other Revenues
Other Revenues
 $240.00M ▲$70.00M ▼$100.00M ▲$90.00M ▼

Five-Year Company Overview

Income Statement

Income Statement Cinemark’s income statement over the last five years tells a fairly clear story of crisis, recovery, and now normalization. Revenue has climbed steadily from the pandemic low and is now back at, or slightly above, pre‑COVID levels, though growth appears to be slowing and flattening recently. Profitability has improved meaningfully: the company moved from sizable losses during and just after the pandemic to solid operating and net income in the last two years. Margins have widened as attendance improved, pricing strengthened, and costs were better controlled. The most recent year shows healthier earnings per share than the prior year, suggesting better operational leverage, though results will still be highly sensitive to the strength of the film slate and general consumer demand.

Balance Sheet

Balance Sheet The balance sheet is still debt‑heavy but clearly moving in a better direction. Total assets have held relatively steady, while cash has been rebuilt from earlier stressed levels, giving the company more flexibility. Debt remains substantial, but it has been nudged down over time rather than increased, which is notable in a capital‑intensive, cyclical business. Equity shrank sharply during the pandemic years and then began to recover as the company returned to profitability. Even with the recent rebuilding, the capital structure still leans toward leverage, which is a risk if box office trends weaken, but the trajectory is improving instead of deteriorating.

Cash Flow

Cash Flow Cash generation has swung from negative during the worst of the pandemic to consistently positive in recent years. Operating cash flow is now comfortably positive, reflecting both higher attendance and better cost management. After covering capital spending, the company is producing positive free cash flow, meaning it can fund its maintenance and upgrade needs internally and still have cash left over for debt reduction, dividends, or buybacks. Capital expenditures have been kept at a disciplined, moderate level—enough to support renovations and technology upgrades without overextending the balance sheet. The main risk is that cash flow remains closely tied to film release schedules and consumer habits, so it can be volatile year to year.

Competitive Edge

Competitive Edge Cinemark appears to hold a solid but not unassailable position in theatrical exhibition. Its strength lies in efficient operations, a reputation for clean, well‑run theaters, and a strong presence in suburban markets, which often carry lower costs and more stable demand than dense urban centers. The company emphasizes value: relatively attractive pricing for a premium experience, which helps draw repeat customers. Its proprietary premium format (Cinemark XD), use of IMAX and other special formats, and focus on recliner seating and enhanced food and beverage options all help differentiate the experience from both in‑home streaming and lower‑end theaters. Compared with some major rivals, Cinemark has historically managed its leverage and capital allocation more conservatively, which has helped it navigate downturns. Key competitive risks include continued pressure from streaming, variability in Hollywood’s release schedule, and competition from other large chains and local operators for the best locations and content.

Innovation and R&D

Innovation and R&D While Cinemark is not a traditional R&D‑driven company, it has been fairly innovative in how it upgrades and monetizes its theaters. The ongoing shift to laser projection, expanded use of premium formats (XD, ScreenX, IMAX, D‑BOX), and immersive sound systems are aimed at making the in‑theater experience meaningfully better than what consumers can get at home. The company has built a strong digital and mobile ecosystem, using its app and website for seamless ticketing, concessions, and loyalty management, and it appears to be leaning more into data analytics to personalize offers and optimize pricing and showtimes. New concepts like Gamescape—combining theaters with broader family entertainment, food, and games—signal a push to turn locations into multi‑purpose entertainment hubs rather than pure movie venues. Experiments with alternative content (sports, concerts, gaming events) and private rentals further diversify usage of the space. The opportunity is to deepen customer engagement and unlock new revenue streams; the risk is that these initiatives require ongoing investment and may not scale evenly across all markets.

Summary

Overall, Cinemark looks like a company that has come through a severe industry shock and emerged in healthier shape, but still carries meaningful structural risks. The income statement shows a clear return to profitability and healthier margins, while the balance sheet—though still leveraged—has stabilized and modestly improved. Cash flows are now strong enough to cover everyday needs, invest in upgrades, and return some capital to shareholders. Competitively, Cinemark benefits from a value‑oriented premium experience, efficient operations, and stronger financial discipline than some peers, but remains exposed to swings in box office performance and the long‑term impact of streaming on moviegoing habits. Its ongoing investments in premium formats, enhanced amenities, digital tools, and new entertainment concepts like Gamescape suggest a management team focused on differentiation and adaptation. Future results will largely depend on how well these innovations keep moviegoing relevant and appealing in a rapidly evolving entertainment landscape, and on the company’s ability to keep chipping away at its debt while maintaining the quality of its theater estate.

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