Cinemark On A Financial Upswing, But Can It Navigate Hollywood's Uncertain Terrain? Analyst Weighs In
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Roth MKM analyst Eric Handler has maintained a Neutral rating on Cinemark Holdings Inc (CNK) with a $20 price target. The analyst noted that Cinemark's box office results have exceeded projections in all three quarters of this year, leading to positive free cash flow and a strengthened balance sheet. However, ongoing Hollywood labor issues could stall this momentum. The analyst also raised concerns about the impact of Hollywood's lengthy work stoppage on the visibility of North American box office growth.
October 17, 2023 | 6:24 pm
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The analyst noted that Walt Disney Company removed Deadpool 3 from its presentations, which could impact its future revenues.
The removal of Deadpool 3 from Disney's presentations could indicate potential issues with the film's production or release, which could negatively impact Disney's future revenues.
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Cinemark's box office results have exceeded projections, leading to positive free cash flow and a strengthened balance sheet. However, ongoing Hollywood labor issues could stall this momentum.
The analyst's neutral rating indicates uncertainty about Cinemark's future performance. While the company's financials have improved, ongoing labor issues in Hollywood could negatively impact future box office results.
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