Marcus Corp Stock Price, News & Analysis

The Marcus (NYSE: MCS) has filed a new universal shelf registration statement with the SEC, replacing its expiring prior statement. This allows the company to potentially offer up to $150 million in various securities, including debt securities, common stock, preferred stock, and warrants. The filing provides flexibility for future public offerings, with specifics to be detailed in prospectus supplements as needed.

CEO Gregory S. Marcus described the filing as a proactive step to efficiently facilitate potential future capital raising for business expansion, acquisitions, growth opportunities, or debt repayment. The Marcus is a leader in lodging and entertainment industries, operating 981 screens at 79 locations in 17 states under various brands, and owning or managing 16 hotels and resorts in 8 states.

Marcus Hotels & Resorts, a division of The Marcus (NYSE: MCS), announced that four of its properties have been recognized in the Condé Nast Traveler 2024 Readers' Choice Awards. The honored properties include:

1. The Pfister Hotel - No. 8 top hotel in the Midwest (8th consecutive year)
2. Saint Kate – The Arts Hotel - No. 11 top hotel in the Midwest
3. Grand Geneva Resort & Spa - No. 2 top resort in the Midwest
4. Kimpton Hotel Monaco Pittsburgh - No. 2 top hotel in the Mid-Atlantic

Michael Evans, president of Marcus Hotels & Resorts, expressed gratitude for the recognition, attributing it to the dedication of their associates. The Pfister Hotel is undergoing a $20 million reinvestment, while Saint Kate offers an immersive arts experience. Grand Geneva Resort & Spa is an all-seasons destination, and Kimpton Hotel Monaco Pittsburgh connects guests to the 'Steel City'.

Marcus Theatres (NYSE:MCS) is reviving its Reel Movies for Real Needs program at 18 locations across 8 states. This initiative, suspended in 2020 due to COVID-19, offers sensory-friendly movie screenings with lower volume and brighter lighting for those who may be uncomfortable in typical cinema environments. The program caters to an estimated 5% to 16.5% of the population experiencing sensory processing disorders.

Screenings will take place on Saturday mornings at 11 a.m., featuring first-run family-friendly films. The upcoming lineup includes titles like Beetlejuice, Transformers One, and The Wild Robot. This program is part of Marcus Theatres' broader accessibility efforts, which include cost-saving options and language-accessible screenings.

The Marcus (NYSE: MCS) has announced that CFO Chad M. Paris will participate in two upcoming investor conferences in September 2024. These include Benchmark's 11th Annual Tech/Media/Telecom Conference on September 5 in New York City and the 17th Annual Barrington Research Virtual Fall Investment Conference on September 12.

Both conferences offer opportunities for one-on-one and small group meetings with investors. The Marcus , headquartered in Milwaukee, is a leader in the lodging and entertainment industries. Its theatre division, Marcus Theatres, is the fourth largest theatre circuit in the U.S., operating 995 screens at 79 locations across 17 states. The company's lodging division, Marcus Hotels & Resorts, manages 16 properties in eight states.

The Marcus (NYSE: MCS) has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.07 per share of common stock, payable on September 16, 2024, to shareholders of record on August 26, 2024. Additionally, a dividend of $0.064 per share on the Class B common stock was declared, with the same payment and record dates. Marcus , headquartered in Milwaukee, is a leader in the lodging and entertainment industries. Its theatre division, Marcus Theatres®, is the fourth largest theatre circuit in the U.S., operating 995 screens at 79 locations in 17 states. The company's lodging division, Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, manages 16 hotels, resorts and other properties in eight states.

The Marcus (NYSE: MCS) reported its Q2 fiscal 2024 results, showing mixed performance across its divisions. Marcus Hotels & Resorts demonstrated strong performance with a 5.6% increase in total revenues and a 6.5% increase in RevPAR. However, Marcus Theatres faced challenges due to the lingering effects of the 2023 Hollywood strikes, resulting in a revenue decrease to $101.5 million from $136.9 million in Q2 fiscal 2023.

Overall, the company reported total revenues of $176.0 million, a 15.0% decrease from the previous year. The company incurred a net loss of $20.2 million, partly due to debt conversion expenses related to convertible senior notes repurchases. Adjusted EBITDA for Q2 fiscal 2024 was $22.0 million, compared to $38.7 million in the prior year quarter.

The Marcus (NYSE: MCS) has announced that it will release its second quarter fiscal 2024 results before the stock market opens on Thursday, August 1, 2024. Following the release, the company will host a conference call at 10:00 a.m. Central/11:00 a.m. Eastern time to discuss the results.

Investors and analysts can participate in the call by either listening live through the investor relations section of the company's website or by dialing 1-404-975-4839 with passcode 979410. A telephone replay will be available until August 8, 2024, by dialing 1-866-813-9403 with passcode 848375. The webcast will remain archived on the company's website until the next earnings release.

The Marcus (NYSE: MCS) has completed a $100 million private placement offering of senior notes and is finalizing $86.4 million in repurchases of convertible senior notes. The refinancing extends debt maturities and simplifies the company's capital structure. The offering includes two tranches: $60 million of 6.89% senior notes due 2031 and $40 million of 7.02% senior notes due 2034. The net proceeds will be used to refinance the repurchases of 5.00% Convertible Senior Notes due 2025 and for general corporate purposes. After the repurchases, $13.649 million of convertible notes will remain outstanding. The company plans to settle these with cash at or before maturity.

Marcus Theatres, a division of The Marcus (NYSE:MCS), announced it will take over operations of the Showplace ICON Theatre & Kitchen at the Shops at West End in St. Louis Park, Minnesota. The theatre, which closed on June 30, 2024, will reopen as Marcus West End Cinema on July 8, 2024. This expansion marks the eighth Marcus Theatre in Minnesota. The move aims to attract new and existing Marcus movie fans and demonstrate confidence in the theatre business. The company plans to incorporate former Showplace ICON staff and loyalty program members into the Marcus family. Marcus Theatres will also offer its popular Value Tuesday and Everyday Matinee programs at the new location.