AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc. Comments on Cineworld Public Statement

Rhea-AI Summary

AMC Chairman and CEO Adam Aron addressed concerns regarding low admissions anticipated by Cineworld, potentially affecting liquidity. He acknowledged a weak film slate in Q3 2022 but expressed optimism about recovery in Q4 2022 and 2023. AMC boasts over $1 billion in liquidity as of Q2 2022, bolstered by cash raised in 2020 and 2021. The AMC Preferred Equity security is set to trade on the NYSE starting August 22, 2022, enhancing the company's position. AMC remains confident about its future.

Positive

• AMC has over $1 billion in liquidity as of Q2 2022, providing a strong financial cushion.
• AMC Preferred Equity security trading begins on August 22, 2022, potentially strengthening the company's market position.
• Optimistic outlook for increased demand in Q4 2022 and 2023.

Negative

• Cineworld's low admissions forecast could indirectly impact AMC's liquidity.
• Weak film slate expected in Q3 2022 may affect revenue.

LEAWOOD, Kan.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- AMC Chairman and CEO Adam Aron said, “Yesterday Cineworld, which is the world’s second-largest movie theater circuit, issued a public statement that it anticipates low levels of admissions until November 2022, which are expected to negatively impact its liquidity position in the near-term.”

Aron continued, “At AMC, as we have publicly disclosed previously, the film slate in the third quarter of 2022 is expected to be relatively weak. However, we continue to be quite optimistic about the increasing demand for our portfolio of movie theatres in the fourth quarter of 2022 and calendar year 2023.”

Aron added, “As for AMC’s liquidity, AMC ended the second quarter of 2022 with more than $1 billion of liquidity, thanks to significant amounts of cash raised in calendar years 2020 and 2021. Our new AMC Preferred Equity security, which begins trading on the New York Stock Exchange on Monday August 22, 2022, should also make us a much stronger company.”

Aron concluded, “Accordingly, we remain confident about AMC’s future.”

About AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc.

AMC is the largest movie exhibition company in the United States, the largest in Europe and the largest throughout the world with approximately 950 theatres and 10,500 screens across the globe. AMC has propelled innovation in the exhibition industry by: deploying its Signature power-recliner seats; delivering enhanced food and beverage choices; generating greater guest engagement through its loyalty and subscription programs, website and mobile apps; offering premium large format experiences and playing a wide variety of content including the latest Hollywood releases and independent programming.

Forward-Looking Statements

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Source: AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc.

FAQ

What is AMC's liquidity status as of Q2 2022?

AMC ended Q2 2022 with over $1 billion in liquidity.

When will AMC's Preferred Equity security start trading?

AMC's Preferred Equity security will begin trading on the NYSE on August 22, 2022.

What challenges does AMC face in Q3 2022?

AMC anticipates a weak film slate and low admissions, which may negatively impact revenue.

What does AMC project for demand in the fourth quarter of 2022?

AMC is optimistic about increased demand for its theatres in Q4 2022.

How might Cineworld's performance affect AMC?

Cineworld's anticipated low admissions could indirectly impact AMC's liquidity position.