Cinemark Holdings Inc (NYSE:CNK) to Issue $0.09 Quarterly Dividend

Cinemark Holdings Inc (NYSE:CNK) announced a quarterly dividend on Wednesday, February 18th. Stockholders of record on Tuesday, March 3rd will be paid a dividend of 0.09 per share on Tuesday, March 17th. This represents a c) annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 1.4%. The ex-dividend date is Tuesday, March 3rd.

Cinemark has decreased its dividend payment by an average of 1.0%annually over the last three years. Cinemark has a dividend payout ratio of 16.4% meaning its dividend is sufficiently covered by earnings. Equities research analysts expect Cinemark to earn $2.58 per share next year, which means the company should continue to be able to cover its $0.36 annual dividend with an expected future payout ratio of 14.0%.

Cinemark Trading Up 4.3%

Shares of CNK stock opened at $26.46 on Thursday. The firm has a market capitalization of $3.11 billion, a P/E ratio of 25.44, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 2.51 and a beta of 1.13. Cinemark has a 1 year low of $21.60 and a 1 year high of $34.01. The firm’s fifty day simple moving average is $23.90 and its 200 day simple moving average is $25.88. The company has a current ratio of 0.76, a quick ratio of 0.72 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 5.01.

Cinemark (NYSE:CNK) last posted its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, February 18th. The company reported $0.16 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $0.45 by ($0.29). Cinemark had a return on equity of 34.33% and a net margin of 4.93%.The company had revenue of $776.30 million during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $778.41 million. During the same quarter in the prior year, the business earned $0.33 earnings per share. The business’s revenue for the quarter was down 4.7% on a year-over-year basis. As a group, sell-side analysts predict that Cinemark will post 1.93 EPS for the current year.

Key Stories Impacting Cinemark

Here are the key news stories impacting Cinemark this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Cinemark declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.09/share (annualized yield ~1.4%), with record date March 3 and payable March 17 — a direct return of capital that can support investor sentiment.
• Positive Sentiment: Management outlined a $250 million 2026 capex plan focused on expanding premium formats and driving higher box office — a reinvestment push that signals management is prioritizing long‑term revenue mix and guest experience. Cinemark outlines $250M capex plan for 2026
• Neutral Sentiment: Company released its Q4 earnings call transcript and investor slide deck with commentary on trends and strategy; useful detail but no major guidance shock. Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
• Neutral Sentiment: CEO Sean Gamble commented on the Warner/Netflix distribution debate, saying theaters need clearer assurances — commentary that underscores industry uncertainty but also the exhibitor focus on protecting theatrical windows. Deadline: In Warner Merger Battle, Netflix Needs To Take “More Action”
• Negative Sentiment: Cinemark reported Q4 EPS of $0.16, missing consensus (~$0.45) and down year‑over‑year; revenue of $776.3M was slightly below expectations and fell ~4.7% vs. prior year — results that explain short‑term investor concern. MarketBeat: Earnings Report

Cinemark Company Profile

Cinemark Holdings, Inc (NYSE: CNK) is a leading theatrical exhibitor that acquires, develops and operates motion picture theatres under the Cinemark® brand in the United States and Latin America. The company’s core business involves the presentation of first-run feature films coupled with an array of in‐theatre services, including concessions, premium auditoriums and loyalty programs. Cinemark’s exhibition portfolio encompasses both corporate‐owned and franchised complexes, offering moviegoers a range of experiences from standard screens to large‐format halls.

The company’s product offerings extend beyond ticket sales to include an assortment of concession items, such as popcorn, fountain beverages, candy and specialty snacks, as well as bar and lounge concepts in select locations.