IMAX (IMAX) Expected to Announce Quarterly Earnings on Wednesday

IMAX (NYSE:IMAX) is projected to post its Q4 2025 results after the market closes on Wednesday, February 25th. Analysts expect IMAX to post earnings of $0.43 per share and revenue of $120.2970 million for the quarter. Investors can check the company’s upcoming Q4 2025 earning summary page for the latest details on the call scheduled for Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 4:30 PM ET.

IMAX Trading Down 2.6%

Shares of IMAX stock opened at $36.81 on Tuesday. IMAX has a 12-month low of $20.48 and a 12-month high of $39.98. The company has a market cap of $1.98 billion, a P/E ratio of 51.85, a PEG ratio of 1.87 and a beta of 0.38. The company’s fifty day simple moving average is $36.27 and its two-hundred day simple moving average is $33.70.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

Several equities analysts recently issued reports on IMAX shares. Weiss Ratings reiterated a “buy (b)” rating on shares of IMAX in a research report on Monday, December 29th. Rosenblatt Securities upped their target price on IMAX from $42.00 to $47.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a report on Monday, December 8th. Wall Street Zen raised IMAX from a “buy” rating to a “strong-buy” rating in a research report on Saturday, February 7th. Roth Mkm restated a “buy” rating and issued a $42.00 target price on shares of IMAX in a research note on Monday, December 8th. Finally, Benchmark reaffirmed a “buy” rating on shares of IMAX in a research note on Monday, January 5th. Ten equities research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and one has given a Hold rating to the company. According to data from MarketBeat, the company has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $42.70.

Trending Headlines about IMAX

Here are the key news stories impacting IMAX this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Wedbush reaffirmed IMAX as a Best Idea with an “Outperform” rating and $46 price target, citing market-share gains and a strong content pipeline — a clear analyst endorsement that supports upside. IMAX remains on Wedbush Best Ideas List ahead of Q4 earnings
• Positive Sentiment: IMAX reported $28M at the China box office over the Chinese New Year week, capturing ~3.4% of national box office on under 1% of screens — strong leverage in a major market. IMAX Lights Up Chinese New Year with $28 Million at the China Box Office
• Positive Sentiment: IMAX will present at the Morgan Stanley TMT Conference (CFO fireside and one-on-ones), increasing investor access ahead of earnings — a typical near-term positive for sentiment and coverage. IMAX To Present at the Morgan Stanley Technology, Media & Telecom Conference
• Positive Sentiment: IMAX is expanding live-event content by screening some F1 races live in IMAX theaters this season — diversification of programming could drive incremental attendance and premium pricing. Some F1 races will air live in IMAX theaters this season. Here’s what to know
• Positive Sentiment: Box-office coverage highlights titles (notably Elvis) performing strongly in IMAX auditoriums, underscoring the company’s ability to capture premium grosses from tentpoles. Box office report: GOAT climbs to #1, Elvis dominates in IMAX
• Positive Sentiment: Studio Ghibli’s Kiki’s Delivery Service is scheduled for an IMAX re-release (trailer/poster out), adding catalog/repeat-business opportunities from loyal cinephile audiences. Gorgeous Trailer + Poster for ‘Kiki’s Delivery Service’ IMAX Re-Release
• Neutral Sentiment: Promotional events (e.g., early IMAX screenings like Maggie Gyllenhaal’s The Bride) help local engagement but are limited in scale for nationwide revenue impact. Win Tickets to Our Early IMAX Screening of Maggie Gyllenhaal’s ‘The Bride!’
• Neutral Sentiment: Additional press on the Kiki re-release (UK coverage) reiterates international catalog strategy; useful for steady attendance but not a one-off catalyst. Studio Ghibli Classic Kiki’s Delivery Service Set For IMAX Cinema Re-Release In March
• Negative Sentiment: Some coverage frames the $28M China haul as down from last year’s peak, which could temper sentiment around growth trajectory in IMAX China. Imax Posts $28 Million Chinese New Year Box Office, Down From Last Year’s High
• Negative Sentiment: A feature about Jeffrey Epstein’s plan for an IMAX on his island draws reputational attention; while not company-originated, such associations can introduce headline risk. Jeffrey Epstein’s 600-inch fantasy: An IMAX on his island

Institutional Investors Weigh In On IMAX

Institutional investors have recently modified their holdings of the stock. Caitong International Asset Management Co. Ltd increased its holdings in shares of IMAX by 28.7% during the fourth quarter. Caitong International Asset Management Co. Ltd now owns 1,489 shares of the company’s stock valued at $55,000 after acquiring an additional 332 shares in the last quarter. Charles Schwab Investment Management Inc. grew its position in IMAX by 0.5% during the 4th quarter. Charles Schwab Investment Management Inc. now owns 108,781 shares of the company’s stock valued at $4,021,000 after purchasing an additional 546 shares during the last quarter. Quarry LP increased its stake in IMAX by 166.8% during the 4th quarter. Quarry LP now owns 875 shares of the company’s stock valued at $32,000 after purchasing an additional 547 shares in the last quarter. Public Employees Retirement System of Ohio increased its stake in IMAX by 1.0% during the 4th quarter. Public Employees Retirement System of Ohio now owns 61,438 shares of the company’s stock valued at $2,271,000 after purchasing an additional 594 shares in the last quarter. Finally, LPL Financial LLC raised its holdings in IMAX by 3.0% in the fourth quarter. LPL Financial LLC now owns 21,860 shares of the company’s stock worth $808,000 after buying an additional 639 shares during the last quarter. 93.51% of the stock is owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.

IMAX Company Profile

IMAX Corporation is a global leader in immersive entertainment technologies, specializing in the design, manufacture and distribution of high-resolution cameras, projectors, and proprietary software solutions that enhance both film production and theatrical exhibition. The company licenses its premium large-format system to theatre owners and filmmakers around the world, enabling audiences to experience movies with greater clarity, scale and sound fidelity. IMAX also offers turnkey theatre development services, assisting cinema operators with auditorium design, installation and custom branding to optimize the customer experience.

Founded in 1967 and headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario, IMAX has built a reputation for pioneering film-format innovations, including its patented dual 15-perforation, 70-millimeter projection system.