IMAX CORP (IMAX)
Communication · Premium cinema technology and exhibition · NYSE
IMAX operates the world's largest premium cinema network, capturing a premium from blockbuster films and iconic events through proprietary immersive theater technology and format enhancement services.
What IMAX CORP does
IMAX is a global technology platform for premium cinema and entertainment experiences, operating the world's largest premium-format movie theater network with 1,864 systems across 91 countries. The company generates revenue through leasing and selling proprietary IMAX theater systems to exhibitors, digital film remastering services that enhance content for the IMAX format, ongoing maintenance and licensing services, and financing arrangements. IMAX films generated a record $1.28 billion in global box office in 2025, establishing the company as a key distribution and marketing platform for major studios and filmmakers seeking premium theatrical experiences.
Themes: ["Premium cinema / theatrical exhibition","Immersive entertainment experiences","Film distribution and marketing","Theater technology and automation","Blockbuster content distribution","Entertainment licensing and IP"]
Fundamentals
- Price$38.27 as of 2026-07-09 close
- Market cap$2.1B as of 2026-07-10
- 1-year return+45.5% as of 2026-07-09 close
- P/E57.09 as of 2026-07-10
- Net margin+9.1% as of 2026-07-10
- Gross margin+59.0% as of 2026-07-10
- ROE+10.9% as of 2026-07-10
- Debt / equity0.87 as of 2026-07-10
- Revenue growth (YoY)+12.6% as of 2026-07-10
- Revenue CAGR (3y)+10.9% SEC XBRL
- Beta0.43 as of 2026-07-10
Key risks (from latest filing)
["Dependency on blockbuster film releases and theatrical box office performance, which can be volatile and subject to industry disruptions","Competition from alternative premium cinema formats and immersive theater technologies offered by other providers","Economic sensitivity as exhibitors and consumers reduce cinema attendance during downturns or due to streaming alternatives"]
Fundamentals: Finnhub, as of 2026-07-10. Filings: SEC EDGAR. Prices are delayed daily-close data.
Last updated 2026-07-09.
Informational only — NOT financial advice. All figures are delayed daily-close data from SEC EDGAR & Finnhub, shown with their as-of date.