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Reading International B Inc(RDIB)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for RDIB
09/25/2026: RDIB (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Reading International B Inc is a specialized operator that balances a portfolio of multi-screen cinema venues with commercial real estate development. Its core strengths lie in its dual-asset structure, which offers potential value through physical property ownership beyond cinema operations. The company faces significant risks from the long-term shift toward streaming and intense competition from larger theater chains. While the real estate segment provides a potential hedge, the company's performance is closely tied to theatrical release schedules and box office success. It may suit investors looking for exposure to niche entertainment and real estate assets, provided they monitor the company's debt management and property monetization efforts.
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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 style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Weak fit | The company faces structural industry headwinds that limit high-growth potential. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | The stock lacks the consistent positive momentum often required by this strategy. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | Potential exists in real estate asset valuation, but it remains speculative. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | The company does not provide a reliable or substantial dividend yield. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | The company's exposure to cinema volatility and debt makes it unsuitable for low-risk profiles. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | The stock is subject to significant swings based on industry reports and operational news. |
| Valuation risk | Medium / high | Valuation is complex due to the mix of theater and real estate assets. |
| Competition risk (Streaming & Major Chains) | High | Strong competition from major cinema chains and streaming services limits pricing power. |
| Business quality | Medium | The business model relies heavily on consistent theater attendance and asset utilization. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | There is currently no meaningful income generated for dividend investors. |
| Execution risk | Medium / high | Success depends on the effective management of both cinema operations and real estate portfolios. |
Price Behavior
Flat / Range-Bound
The stock price has been trading within a narrow range with minimal directional movement.
Extreme Price Shocks
The stock has experienced exceptionally large and disruptive price movements during the period.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -42.4% | Avg. Invested days 23 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/25/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 374.71M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price - |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price - | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 349.3K shares | Beta 0.84 | 52 Weeks Range 8.00 - 24.00 | Updated Date 09/27/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 8.00 - 24.00 | Updated Date 09/27/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.55 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Cinema Exhibition | Ticket sales, concessions, and advertising. | The primary revenue driver is people buying tickets and food at the movies. |
| Real Estate | Rental income from commercial and residential tenants. | Rental income provides a more stable, non-theatrical source of revenue. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 10.26 | Enterprise Value 421.38M | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.75 |
Enterprise Value 421.38M | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.75 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.96 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 20.95 | Shares Outstanding 1.68M | Shares Floating 15.64M |
Shares Outstanding 1.68M | Shares Floating 15.64M | ||
Percent Insiders 82.19 | Percent Institutions 14.82 |
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Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
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)
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)
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)
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)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
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)
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)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About Reading International B Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquarters New York, NY, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2000-01-05 | 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. It operates in two segments, Cinema Exhibition and Real Estate. The Cinema Exhibition segment operates cinemas. The Real Estate segment develops, rents, or licenses retail, commercial, and live theater assets. It operates its cinema exhibition businesses under the Reading Cinemas, Consolidated Theatres, Angelika Film Center, Angelika Film Center, Event Cinemas, and Rialto Cinemas brands; real estate leasing under the Union Square, Newmarket Village, and The Belmont Common brands; and an off-broadway live theater under the Liberty Theaters. The company was incorporated in 1999 and is headquartered in New York, New York.
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