AMC Entertainment shares are up 86% this year, after losing more than 99% of their value over the past five years. Domestic box office receipts are 21% higher than at this point in 2025, and global ticket sales are expected to top $10 billion this year, the first time since before the COVID-19 pandemic. AMC carries a $2.6 billion market cap but a $9.5 billion enterprise value because of heavy debt, and it has yet to post an annual profit since the COVID-19 crisis. Its AMC Stubs loyalty program, A-List monthly subscription and premium concessions are cited as drivers of engagement, and analysts expect its first annual adjusted profit since 2018. Risks include weak Hollywood content, an economic slowdown and rising rates.
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