(MCS) Marcus - Ratings and Ratios
Exchange: NYSE • Country: United States • Currency: USD • Type: Common Stock • ISIN: US5663301068
MCS: Hotels, Resorts, Movie Theatres
The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS) is a diversified hospitality and entertainment company with a dual focus on movie theaters and hotels. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the company was established in 1935 and has since grown into a notable player in the U.S. entertainment and lodging industries.
On the entertainment side, Marcus operates a network of multiscreen theaters and family entertainment centers under several brands, including Movie Tavern by Marcus, BistroPlex, Big Screen Bistro, and Big Screen Bistro Express. These venues combine traditional cinema experiences with dining options, appealing to a broad audience. The company also owns and manages full-service hotels and resorts, offering a range of accommodations and amenities. Additionally, Marcus provides hospitality management services, such as check-in, housekeeping, and maintenance, for vacation ownership properties and condominium hotels under long-term contracts.
From a financial perspective, Marcus Corporation has a market capitalization of $661.75 million, reflecting its established presence in the industry. The company currently reports a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 1.43, indicating that its market value is slightly above its book value. The price-to-sales (P/S) ratio of 0.99 suggests that the company is generating revenue in line with its market valuation. However, the return on equity (RoE) is negative at -2.21%, highlighting challenges in profitability. The forward P/E ratio of 45.66 implies that investors expect significant earnings growth in the future.
Looking ahead, Marcus Corporation is well-positioned to capitalize on the recovery of the entertainment and hospitality sectors post-pandemic. Its dual business model provides diversification, allowing the company to balance the cyclical nature of the movie theater business with the more stable cash flows from its hotel operations. The company’s focus on enhancing the customer experience through premium formats and amenities could drive long-term growth. However, competition in both the theater and hospitality industries, as well as evolving consumer preferences, will require ongoing investment in innovation and operational efficiency.
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MCS Stock Overview
Market Cap in USD | 548m |
Sector | Communication Services |
Industry | Entertainment |
GiC Sub-Industry | Movies & Entertainment |
IPO / Inception | 1990-03-29 |
MCS Stock Ratings
Growth 5y | 38.4% |
Fundamental | 15.9% |
Dividend | 60.9% |
Rel. Strength | 2.05 |
Analysts | 4.75/5 |
Fair Price Momentum | 16.15 USD |
Fair Price DCF | 23.07 USD |
MCS Dividends
Dividend Yield 12m | 1.76% |
Yield on Cost 5y | 3.00% |
Annual Growth 5y | 10.49% |
Payout Consistency | 84.5% |
MCS Growth Ratios
Growth Correlation 3m | -58.8% |
Growth Correlation 12m | 80.8% |
Growth Correlation 5y | 9% |
CAGR 5y | 12.35% |
CAGR/Max DD 5y | 0.20 |
Sharpe Ratio 12m | 0.35 |
Alpha | 8.67 |
Beta | 1.575 |
Volatility | 42.69% |
Current Volume | 155.3k |
Average Volume 20d | 239.7k |
As of April 02, 2025, the stock is trading at USD 16.70 with a total of 155,263 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by -2.79%, over one month by -5.54%, over three months by -20.89% and over the past year by +21.04%.
Neither. Based on ValueRay Fundamental Analyses, Marcus is currently (April 2025) neither a good nor a bad stock to buy. It has a ValueRay Fundamental Rating of 15.89 and therefor a neutral outlook according to the companies health.
Based on ValueRays Analyses, Dividends and Discounted-Cash-Flow, the Fair Value of MCS as of April 2025 is 16.15. This means that MCS is currently overvalued and has a potential downside of -3.29%.
Marcus has received a consensus analysts rating of 4.75. Therefor, it is recommend to buy MCS.
- Strong Buy: 3
- Buy: 1
- Hold: 0
- Sell: 0
- Strong Sell: 0
According to ValueRays Forecast Model, MCS Marcus will be worth about 17.7 in April 2026. The stock is currently trading at 16.70. This means that the stock has a potential upside of +6.17%.
Issuer | Forecast | Upside |
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Wallstreet Target Price | 26 | 55.7% |
Analysts Target Price | 26 | 55.7% |
ValueRay Target Price | 17.7 | 6.2% |