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AMC Entertainment Holdings Inc(AMC)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
1-STAR RATING
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BUY for 70 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+27.09% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$3.19
11/02/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for AMC

11/02/2026: AMC (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

AMC Entertainment Holdings Inc is the world's largest movie exhibition company, operating thousands of screens globally. While the company has a leading market position and benefits from high-margin concessions, it faces significant risks including a heavy debt burden and the growing challenge of streaming services. The main investment story centers on the recovery of the theatrical box office and the company's ability to navigate financial restructuring. Potential investors should weigh the high volatility and valuation risks against the company's scale and brand. This stock is best suited for those comfortable with high-risk, speculative environments and should be monitored closely for box office trends and debt management developments.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorWeak fitThe company faces significant structural headwinds and debt challenges that limit traditional growth narratives.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveHistorically, the stock has experienced massive price swings driven by social sentiment and retail momentum.
Value investorWeak fitHeavy debt levels and ongoing operational challenges make traditional valuation difficult.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company does not pay a dividend and prioritizes capital preservation.
Low-risk investorWeak fitHigh volatility and balance sheet risks make this unsuitable for low-risk portfolios.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock is subject to extreme price fluctuations driven by sentiment and retail trading.
Valuation riskHighFundamental valuation is complex given the debt overhang and earnings instability.
Competition risk (streaming platforms)HighStreaming services compete directly for consumer entertainment time and wallet share.
Business qualityMediumThe business relies heavily on the quality and volume of studio movie releases.
Dividend incomeLow / noneThere is no current dividend income for shareholders.
Execution riskHighManaging debt while maintaining competitive theater experiences requires precise execution.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Extreme Price Shocks
PRICE STABILITY

Extreme Price Shocks

The stock has experienced exceptionally large and disruptive price movements during the period.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -22.45%
Avg. Invested days 28
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
AMC receives a 3-star rating based on the available scored pillars. The rating is constrained by soft unit economics, and limited analyst upside.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
AMC has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, soft growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, growth and ownership metrics are mixed: negative earnings growth (-79.4%), weak cash generation (FCF margin -7.5%), moderate revenue growth (+4.6%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
AMC's financial health is supported by moderate efficiency, including operating-expense and cost-of-revenue discipline (opex 66.1% of revenue). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is AMC's strongest growth driver at +4.6% FY2025 versus FY2024 (moderate, 3 stars). By comparison, while earnings growth (-79.4%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-23.5%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 51.9% and approximately 93.6% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.58%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 6.32%
Discovery Capital Management LLC 5.80%
Peconic Partners LLC 3.59%
Marshall Wace Asset Management Ltd 3.40%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 3.21%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
AMC generates approximately $670 of gross profit, $8 of operating income, and $-75 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Negative free cash flow explains the 2-star rating, with weak cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: -0.72% (Tax Credit)

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
AMC has a liquid profile. Valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted is the primary drawback, while elevated volatility.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

High VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 2.73B USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 3.37
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 3.37
Volume (30-day avg) 24.2M shares
Beta 2.17
52 Weeks Range 0.93 - 3.40
Updated Date 11/01/2026
52 Weeks Range 0.93 - 3.40
Updated Date 11/01/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -1.02

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
AdmissionsRevenue from the sale of movie tickets at all global locations.This is the core revenue driver, heavily dependent on the popularity of new movies.
Food and BeveragePopcorn, drinks, and meal sales at concession stands.This is the highest-margin part of the business and key to profitability.
Other RevenueScreen advertising, venue rentals, and branded merchandise.Secondary income streams that help diversify away from pure ticket sales.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-11-04
When After Market
Estimate 0.11
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin -10.59%
Operating Margin (TTM) 14.9%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 2.1%
Return on Equity (TTM) -

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 625
Enterprise Value 9.67B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.52
Enterprise Value 9.67B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.52
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.85
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 30.03
Shares Outstanding 892.60M
Shares Floating 835.34M
Shares Outstanding 892.60M
Shares Floating 835.34M
Percent Insiders 0.58
Percent Institutions 51.85

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

Information icon Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.

Net Income (Profit)

Information icon Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.

Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

Information icon Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.

📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

Information icon Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.

EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

Information icon Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.

Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.

Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

Information icon Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.

⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

Information icon Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.

Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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