IMAX Corporation (IMAX)

NYSE: IMAX · Real-Time Price · USD
39.12
+5.24 (15.47%)
At close: May 22, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT
39.62
+0.50 (1.29%)
After-hours: May 22, 2026, 7:54 PM EDT
Market Cap2.15B +54.9%
Revenue (ttm)404.92M +12.6%
Net Income36.78M +46.4%
EPS0.66 +43.5%
Shares Out 55.02M
PE Ratio59.52
Forward PE22.63
Dividendn/a
Ex-Dividend Daten/a
Volume3,894,352
Open38.52
Previous Close33.88
Day's Range37.50 - 39.72
52-Week Range24.20 - 43.16
Beta0.36
AnalystsStrong Buy
Price Target46.82 (+19.68%)
Earnings DateApr 30, 2026

About IMAX

IMAX Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, operates as a technology platform for entertainment and events in the United States, Canada, Greater China, rest of Asia, Western Europe, Latin America, and internationally. It operates through Content Solutions; and Technology Products and Services segments. The company offers IMAX film remastering, a proprietary technology that digitally remasters films and other content into IMAX formats for distribution to the IMAX network; IMAX Enhanced, which provides end-to-end technology across streaming... [Read more]

Industry Entertainment
IPO Date Jun 9, 1994
Employees 679
Stock Exchange NYSE
Ticker Symbol IMAX
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2025, IMAX Corporation's revenue was $410.21 million, an increase of 16.47% compared to the previous year's $352.21 million. Earnings were $34.88 million, an increase of 33.83%.

Financial Statements

Analyst Summary

According to 11 analysts, the average rating for IMAX stock is "Strong Buy." The 12-month stock price target is $46.82, which is an increase of 19.68% from the latest price.

Price Target
$46.82
(19.68% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Strong Buy
Stock Forecasts

News

IMAX has bucked the trend as the movie-theater business fades — here's why it's so attractive to would-be buyers

The sale of the large-format movie chain could bring interest from tech firms, media companies and even sovereign wealth funds, analysts say

1 day ago - Market Watch

IMAX Could Be a Takeover Target for Netflix, Apple, or Sony, Analysts Say

IMAX ($IMAX) shares are soaring today following reports that the premium theater technology company may be exploring a sale. According to CNBC, IMAX has held preliminary talks through intermediaries, ...

1 day ago - TipRanks

IMAX Might Be Exploring a Sale. Who Could Be Buying.

The Wall Street Journal reported that IMAX is exploring a sale and has approached entertainment companies as potential buyers.

1 day ago - Barrons

Wall Street thinks IMAX is ripe for a sale. Here's who could buy it

Shares of IMAX rose on Friday following speculation that the company is exploring a sale. A source familiar with the company told CNBC that IMAX has held "preliminary talks" through intermediaries, bu...

1 day ago - CNBC

Could Apple, Netflix or Amazon buy IMAX? shares rally 16%

Shares of IMAX jumped 16% on Friday after a report from The Wall Street Journal said the company is exploring a potential sale and has approached entertainment companies as possible buyers, fueling sp...

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1 day ago - Invezz

Rosenblatt ‘pounding the table’ on Imax shares

Rosenblatt is “pounding the table” on shares of Imax (IMAX) into the summer movie season. The stock’s recent selloff does not reflect the strength of the film slate, the company’s…

2 days ago - TheFly

Imax price target raised to $60 from $44 at Benchmark

Benchmark analyst Mike Hickey raised the firm’s price target on Imax (IMAX) to $60 from $44 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares after The Wall Street Journal reported…

2 days ago - TheFly

Imax Exploring Sale, Has Held Preliminary Talks with Potential Suitors

Imax has held early stage talks with potential suitors of the large-screen exhibitor, Deadline has learned, confirming an initial report today in the Wall Street Journal.

2 days ago - Deadline

IMAX has held ‘preliminary talks' with potential buyers, source says

Shares of IMAX jumped Thursday following a report that the company is exploring a sale. The premium theater company has held "preliminary talks" through intermediaries, a source familiar told CNBC, bu...

2 days ago - CNBC

IMAX is exploring sale, WSJ reports

Cinema operator IMAX is exploring a sale and has approached entertainment ​companies as potential buyers, the ‌Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday, citing people familiar with the matter.

2 days ago - Reuters

Imax up 16% to $39.29 after WSJ reports company is exploring a sale

17:20 EDT Imax (IMAX) up 16% to $39.29 after WSJ reports company is exploring a sale

2 days ago - TheFly

Imax explores sale, WSJ reports

Imax (IMAX) is considering a sale and has approached entertainment companies as potential buyers, The Wall Street Journal’s Ben Fritz and Jessica Toonkel report, citing people familiar with the situat...

2 days ago - TheFly

IMAX Is Exploring a Sale

The high-end movie screen company's search for a buyer comes as premium theatrical experiences are growing faster than the overall box office.

2 days ago - WSJ

“A Blow to Movie Buffs”: Boeing Stock (NYSE:BA) Slips as Former Boeing IMAX Theater Stays Out of Features

It may not be common knowledge, but aerospace stock Boeing ($BA) has an IMAX ($IMAX) theater. Or rather, it had one, and the news that its new owner will be…

Other symbols: BA
2 days ago - TipRanks

IMAX Corporation Transcript: J.P. Morgan 54th Annual Global Technology, Media and Communications Conference

Management expressed strong confidence in the upcoming film slate and reiterated $1.4B box office guidance, supported by dynamic programming, robust filmmaker partnerships, and international growth. Financial performance is underpinned by higher EBITDA margins, strong free cash flow, and disciplined capital allocation.

4 days ago - Transcripts

IMAX Has a Front-Row Seat to the Box Office Recovery

Studios are refocusing on theatrical distribution, and premium screens are key for the payoff.

14 days ago - WSJ

IMAX to Present at J.P. Morgan's 2026 Global Technology, Media and Communications Conference

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--IMAX Corporation (NYSE: IMAX) today announced that the Company will participate in the J.P. Morgan's 2026 Global Technology, Media and Communications Conference. Event: 2026...

18 days ago - Business Wire

Imax price target raised to $46 from $42 at Barrington

Barrington raised the firm’s price target on Imax (IMAX) to $46 from $42 and keeps an Outperform rating on the shares after a “solid start” to the year and the…

22 days ago - TheFly

Imax price target lowered to $47 from $48 at JPMorgan

JPMorgan lowered the firm’s price target on Imax (IMAX) to $47 from $48 and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares.

23 days ago - TheFly

Imax reports Q1 EPS 7c, consensus 15c

Reports Q1 revenue $81.4M, consensus $79.9M. “IMAX (IMAX) continues to build on the momentum of its record-breaking 2025 and further establish itself as the premier global platform for blockbuster ent...

23 days ago - TheFly

Imax affirms FY26 guidance

The company states: “IMAX (IMAX) reaffirms 2026 full-year guidance, including $1.4 billion in global box office – driven by a strong, diverse upcoming slate including Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey, ...

23 days ago - TheFly

IMAX Corporation Earnings Call Transcript: Q1 2026

Q1 2026 saw strong global box office growth outside China, offsetting a tough comp in Greater China, with adjusted net income up 33% and robust network expansion. Management reaffirmed 2026 guidance for record box office and installations, supported by a strong content slate and capital investments.

23 days ago - Transcripts

IMAX Corporation Slides: Q1 2026

IMAX Corporation has posted slides in relation to its Q1 2026 quarterly earnings report, which was published on April 30, 2026.

23 days ago - Filings

IMAX Corporation Earnings release: Q1 2026

IMAX Corporation released its Q1 2026 earnings on April 30, 2026, summarizing the period's financial results.

23 days ago - Filings

IMAX Corporation Quarterly report: Q1 2026

IMAX Corporation has published its Q1 2026 quarterly earnings report on April 30, 2026.

23 days ago - Filings