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Reading International Inc (RDI)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/27/2025: RDI (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
1 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $2.5
1 Year Target Price $2.5
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -40.31% | Avg. Invested days 27 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/27/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 49.79M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 2.5 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 2.5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1 | Beta 1.37 | 52 Weeks Range 1.17 - 1.87 | Updated Date 10/27/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 1.17 - 1.87 | Updated Date 10/27/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.75 |
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 - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -7.61% | Operating Margin (TTM) 4.79% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -0.38% | Return on Equity (TTM) -3126.93% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 400628736 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.23 |
Enterprise Value 400628736 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.23 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.83 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 20.64 | Shares Outstanding 21036670 | Shares Floating 15609484 |
Shares Outstanding 21036670 | Shares Floating 15609484 | ||
Percent Insiders 16.99 | Percent Institutions 45.81 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Reading International Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Reading International, Inc. was founded in 1999 as a spin-off from Reading Company, a railroad company established in 1833. It initially focused on real estate development and later expanded into cinema exhibition.
Core Business Areas
- Cinema Exhibition: Owns, operates, and manages movie theaters in the United States, Australia, and New Zealand. Focuses on providing a premium movie-going experience.
- Real Estate: Owns, develops, and manages real estate properties, primarily in areas surrounding its cinema locations. This includes retail, commercial, and residential properties.
Leadership and Structure
Ellen Cotter serves as the Chairman and CEO. The company has a board of directors overseeing its operations and strategic direction. The organizational structure is divided into cinema exhibition and real estate divisions.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Movie Tickets & Concessions: Primary revenue drivers. Reading International operates multi-screen cinemas offering a variety of films, food, and beverages. Competitors include AMC, Cinemark, and Hoyts (in Australia/NZ). Market share data not publicly disclosed.
- Real Estate Rentals: Revenue from leasing commercial and residential properties. Market share varies by location; competition includes various local real estate developers and property management companies. Market share data not publicly disclosed.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The cinema exhibition industry is evolving, facing competition from streaming services and home entertainment options. The real estate market is influenced by economic conditions, interest rates, and demographic trends.
Positioning
Reading International positions itself as offering a premium cinema experience with a focus on strategic real estate locations. Their size is smaller compared to industry giants like AMC and Cinemark.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
TAM for the global cinema market is estimated in the tens of billions of dollars annually. The global commercial real estate market is in the trillions. Reading International captures a small portion of both markets.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong real estate holdings
- Premium cinema experience
- International presence
- Diversified revenue streams (cinema and real estate)
Weaknesses
- Smaller scale compared to major competitors
- Vulnerability to economic downturns
- Reliance on box office performance
- High capital expenditures
Opportunities
- Expanding real estate portfolio
- Implementing innovative cinema technologies
- Developing strategic partnerships
- Capitalizing on growing international markets
Threats
- Competition from streaming services
- Economic recessions
- Changing consumer preferences
- Pandemics and health crises
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- AMC (AMC)
- Cinemark (CNK)
- Marcus (MCS)
Competitive Landscape
Reading International is smaller than its main competitors, AMC and Cinemark. It differentiates itself with premium experiences and strategic real estate holdings, but has less scale and financial resources.
Major Acquisitions
Consolidated Theatres
- Year: 2011
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 61.7
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Reading's presence in the cinema exhibition market.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Growth has been influenced by expansion into new markets and real estate development. However, performance has been impacted by industry trends and economic conditions.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates vary and depend on the company's ability to adapt to changing consumer preferences and economic conditions. No specific projections provided.
Recent Initiatives: Focus on upgrading cinema facilities, developing real estate projects, and exploring new revenue streams such as premium experiences and alternative content.
Summary
Reading International is a smaller player in the cinema and real estate industries. Its strengths lie in its real estate assets and premium cinema experience. However, it faces challenges from larger competitors and evolving entertainment trends, requiring strategic adaptation for sustained growth.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC Filings
- Industry Reports
- Analyst Reports (where available)
- Company Website
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market share data and projections are estimates and may vary. Financial data is based on publicly available information and may not be entirely accurate or up-to-date.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About Reading International Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters New York, NY, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1992-03-17 | President, CEO & Vice Chairman Ms. Ellen Marie Cotter J.D. | ||
Sector Communication Services | Industry Entertainment | Full time employees 2025 | Website https://www.readingrdi.com |
Full time employees 2025 | Website https://www.readingrdi.com | ||
Reading International, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, focuses on the ownership, development, and operation of entertainment and real property assets in the United States, Australia, and New Zealand. The company operates in two segments, Theatrical Motion Picture Exhibition and Real Estate. The Theatrical Motion Picture Exhibition segment operates multiplex cinemas. This segment operates its cinema exhibition businesses under the Reading Cinemas, Consolidated Theatres, Angelika Film Center, State Cinema by Angelika, Angelika Anywhere, Event Cinemas, and Rialto Cinemas brands. The Real Estate segment develops, rents, or licenses retail, commercial, and live theater assets. The company was incorporated in 1999 and is headquartered in New York, New York.
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