Core Insights - The company achieved a post-pandemic revenue high of $3.1 billion in 2025, driven by structural market share expansion and record-setting concession per caps [1] - The performance softness in 2025 relative to high expectations was attributed to the lack of a 'mega blockbuster' exceeding $500 million and the absence of a major summer animated release [1] Market Share and Performance - The company expanded its domestic market share by over 100 basis points compared to pre-pandemic levels through optimized showtime programming and enhanced loyalty engagement [1] - Alternative content has been identified as a significant growth vertical, with proceeds more than doubling since 2019 and now representing over 10% of total box office [1] Financial Strategy - The company maintained a disciplined capital allocation strategy, extinguishing over $700 million in debt while reinvesting over $5 billion in capital expenditures to advance future growth [1] - It was noted that while shortened theatrical windows impact smaller films and casual moviegoers, they were not the primary driver of 2025's mixed slate performance [1]