Cinemark Q3 Revenue Dips But Stock Pops As Chain Boosts Dividend, CEO Sees Strong Finish To 2025
CinemarkCinemark(US:CNK) Deadline·2025-11-05 13:25

Core Insights - Cinemark experienced a revenue and profit decline for the three months ending in September due to a softer box office, but it plans to increase its quarterly dividend by 12.5% and initiate a $300 million share repurchase program, indicating confidence in its financial position and strategic outlook [1] Financial Performance - Revenue decreased by 7% to $857 million, surpassing forecasts, with admissions contributing $430 million and concessions $337 million, supported by attendance of 54.2 million patrons [2] - Net profit fell to $51 million, or 40 cents per diluted share, down from $189 million in the same quarter last year [2] Box Office and Programming - Cinemark achieved its second highest quarterly box office for non-traditional programming, with revenue from immersive D-Box seating reaching a record high [3] - The CEO expressed optimism about a strong finish to 2025, citing a robust and diverse holiday film slate, despite current challenges in the box office [4][5]