Cinemark Posts Record Q2 Revenue of $1.1B, Net Income Up 49%
CNK sits 71% above its 52-week low of $21.6.
Summary
Cinemark reported record Q2 2026 results with $1.1 billion in revenue, $139 million in net income, and $294 million in Adjusted EBITDA, all company highs. The strong performance was driven by a robust film slate and market share gains.
Key Events · Earnings and Guidance · CNK
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Record Quarterly Revenue
Total revenue reached $1.1 billion, up 15.5% year-over-year, driven by admissions of $540 million and concessions of $433 million.
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Net Income Surges 49%
Net income attributable to Cinemark was $139.4 million, or $1.19 per diluted share, compared to $93.5 million, or $0.63 per share, a year ago.
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Highest-Ever Adjusted EBITDA
Adjusted EBITDA hit a record $294 million, with a margin of 27.1%, reflecting strong operating leverage.
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Robust Cash Generation
Cash from operations was $360 million for the quarter, yielding free cash flow of $298 million. The company ended the quarter with $504 million in cash.
Analysis · CNK · Trade & Services
The quarter set a new high-water mark, with revenue crossing $1 billion for the first time and Adjusted EBITDA reaching a record $294 million. A 27.1% margin highlights the operating leverage as the box office recovery gathers pace. Strong cash generation funded $36 million in shareholder returns, while the balance sheet remains solid with $504 million in cash and leverage at 2.0x. The results handily beat expectations and confirm the theatrical exhibition industry's post-pandemic momentum.
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