ORLANDO, Fla., May 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- United Parks & Resorts Inc. (NYSE: PRKS), a leading theme park and entertainment company, today reported its financial results for the first quarter of 2025.First Quarter 2025 Highlights Attendance was 3.4 million guests, a decrease of approximately 59,000 guests or 1.7% from the first quarter of 2024. Total revenue was $286.9 million, a decrease of $10.5 million or 3.5% from the first quarter of 2024. Net loss was $16.1 million, a decrease of $4.9 million from th ...

The Walt Disney Company says it will open a seventh theme park resort in Abu Dhabi. Disney, which won't own the park but is licensing the operation to Miral, an immersive experiences company, announced the new destination on Wednesday. "As such, both the fears around tariffs and a possible recession, along with a slowdown in travel that has already begun, have dragged DIS stock down ~27% in ~6 weeks," wrote Raymond James analysts Ric Prentiss and Brent Penter. Here are the key numbers for the second quarter ...

A telltale financial update, a new milestone celebration, and a reimagined live-action take on a popular animated film will keep Disney busy in the month ahead.Shares of Walt Disney (DIS 1.83%) are failing to keep up with the market for the fourth time in the last five years. The company still has another seven months to turn things around. What will it take to get back on track?This should be a big month for Disney. It has two big movies opening this month. There's an important financial update coming in a ...

Core Insights - Six Flags America and Hurricane Harbor in Bowie, Maryland, will close on November 2, as they are no longer considered a strategic fit for Six Flags Entertainment Corporation's long-term growth plan [1][2] - The park features the historic Wild One roller coaster, which has been operational since 1917 and is recognized for its height and thrilling experience [2][5] - The closure will affect approximately 70 full-time employees, who will receive severance and other benefits [6][9] Company Strategy - Six Flags President & CEO Richard Zimmerman stated that marketing the property for redevelopment is expected to generate the highest value and return on investment [2] - The decision aligns with a comprehensive review of the park portfolio, indicating a shift in focus towards more strategically aligned properties [2] Community Impact - Local officials, including Prince George's County Council Chair Edward Burroughs, see potential for redevelopment of the park area, emphasizing collaboration with the community for future projects [10] - The closure follows the recent announcement by the NFL's Washington Commanders to leave Prince George's County, indicating a broader trend of significant changes in the local entertainment landscape [12]

Members will be among the first to ride beginning May 16 during the park's monumental 50thAnniversary Celebration festivities, including a special lookback presentation, 1970s music, fireworks and moreDOWNLOAD MEDIA ASSETS HEREWILLIAMSBURG, Va., May 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Hear the howl as The Big Bad Wolf: The Wolf's Revenge, Busch Gardens Williamsburg's newest and most immersive family attraction is unleashed on May 23 as North America's longest family inverted coaster. Members will be among the first to ...

ORLANDO, Fla., April 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- United Parks & Resorts Inc. (NYSE: PRKS) announced today that it will release its first quarter financial results before the market opens on Monday, May 12, 2025. In conjunction with the release, the Company has scheduled a conference call, which will be broadcast live over the internet on Monday, May 12, 2025, at 9 a.m. Eastern Time. The release and the conference call can be accessed via the Company's website at www.UnitedParksInvestors.com.For those unable to ...

New Park President, Jeff Davis, unveils sweeping additions and upgrades—including new Wild Oasis at Jungala, new animals and animal habitats, new and improved food experiences, and Adventure Island expansion Big Splash at Adventure Island — New Rides, New Energy: Adventure Island, Tamps Bay's #1 water park, continues to expand its thrills with exciting attractions designed for guests of all ages. As part of the recent investments, families can embark on an aquatic adventure at the brand-new interactive spla ...

Interested candidates should apply online at Careers.SeaWorldParks.com. About United Parks & Resorts Inc. ORLANDO, Fla., April 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- United Parks & Resorts, global theme park and entertainment company, is hosting a national summer hiring event from May 5-9 to fill over 5,000 positions across all seven award-winning park brands, including SeaWorld®, Busch Gardens®, Discovery Cove, Sesame Place®, Water Country USA, Adventure Island and Aquatica®. The parks are hiring for a variety of season ...

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Core Insights - J.P. Morgan analyst Matthew R. Boss reiterated an Underweight rating on Six Flags Entertainment Corp (FUN) with a price forecast of $46.00, citing a significant EBITDA miss in Q4 [1] - FUN's Q4 EBITDA fell approximately 30% short of the Street's estimate of $190 million, driven by revenue and cost discrepancies [1][2] - Revenue increased 3.6% year-over-year to $687 million, but was below the Street's forecast of $704 million, resulting in an EBITDA margin of 19.0%, well below the expected 27.0% [2] Attendance and Growth Projections - FUN reported a total of 10.7 million visitors, marking a 6.2% year-over-year increase, slightly missing the Street's projected 6.5% growth [2] - Management indicated a target of 55 million attendees by 2027, with 2025 being a volume-focused year contributing to long-term growth [4] - The company expects a 3% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2025 to 2027, with 2025 likely below this average [4] Pricing and Revenue Strategy - In 2025, the primary focus will be on driving volume, which may involve less aggressive pricing strategies, potentially leading to negative year-over-year growth in admissions per capita [5] - The Street had forecasted a growth of +0.8% in admissions per capita, which is now expected to face downward pressure [5] Market Position and Valuation - The combined entity of FUN, with 42 parks, is well-positioned within the regional theme park sector, benefiting from geographic diversification and opportunities to enhance guest experience [6] - However, these advantages are already reflected in the current valuation, suggesting limited upside potential [6] Risks and Challenges - Potential risks include challenges in regaining attendance, pricing pressure on admissions and in-park spending, and a higher cost base due to differing starting points of the two brands [7] - An elevated capital expenditure cycle required to improve Six Flags' assets could pressure free cash flow and capital allocation, especially given current debt leverage of around 4.8x [7] Stock Performance - FUN shares are trading higher by 2.35% at $44.38 as of the last check [8]