The Marcus (MCS) Insider Thomas Kissinger Sells 50,000 Shares

Thomas Kissinger, Sr. Executive Vice President, General Counsel, and Secretary at The Marcus Corporation, sold 50,000 shares of the company on June 25, 2026. This transaction was not part of a pre-arranged trading plan.

Insider Buying and Selling at The Marcus Corporation

Kissinger's sale of 50,000 shares wasn't the only insider activity. On the same day, he sold 41,723 shares at an average price of $23.37 and bought 50,000 shares at $17.04. Earlier, in May, insiders including Philip Milstein, Timothy Hoeksema, and Bruce Olson each bought 1,391 shares at $17.97.

Other Institutional Activity in The Marcus Corporation

In the latest institutional moves, BlackRock, Inc. increased its holdings by 8,852 shares, bringing its total to 2,185,073 shares valued at approximately $37.5 million. Orbis Allan Gray Ltd added 46,820 shares to hold 1,962,585 shares worth about $33.7 million, marking a 2.4% increase. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP reduced its stake by 17,543 shares, leaving it with 1,451,780 shares valued at $24.9 million, a 1.2% decrease. KLCM Advisors, Inc. cut its position by 47,294 shares, now holding 1,038,615 shares worth $17.8 million, a 4.4% decrease. Meanwhile, American Century Companies Inc. boosted its holdings by 96,368 shares to 1,036,798 shares, valued at $17.8 million, a 10.2% increase. Vanguard Capital Management LLC opened a new position with 991,067 shares valued at $17.0 million.

The Marcus Corporation Stock Down 14.3%

Shares of NYSE:MCS traded near $23.73 on Tuesday. The Marcus Corporation has a market cap of about $764.8 million and a P/E ratio of 56.6. The stock's 52-week range is $12.85 to $24.89, with a 50-day moving average of $19.71 and a 200-day moving average of $16.67. The company has a beta of 0.547, a current ratio of 0.347, and a quick ratio of 0.192, with a debt-to-equity ratio of 79.3.

Recent Earnings

The Marcus Corporation reported revenue of $722.9 million, with a growth rate of 3.7% year-over-year. The company's net margin stands at 1.96%, with a return on equity of 3.2%. Earnings per share were $0.44. The next earnings report is scheduled for July 31, 2026.

Dividend

The company pays an annual dividend rate of $0.32, yielding 1.29%. The dividend payout ratio is 70.45%.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On June 11, 2026, B. Riley Securities maintained a 'buy' rating with a $27.00 target price. Barrington Research, on May 4, 2026, also maintained a 'buy' rating with a $25.00 target. Wedbush kept its 'buy' rating with a $23.00 target on April 30, 2026. The consensus target price is $24.25 from four analysts.

About The Marcus Corporation

The Marcus Corporation operates movie theaters and hotels across the United States. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, it runs theaters under brands like Marcus Theatres and Movie Tavern by Marcus. The company also manages hotels and resorts, providing hospitality services. Founded in 1935, it employs over 2,300 people and is led by CEO Gregory S. Marcus.

Bottom Line

Insider activities at The Marcus Corporation, including Thomas Kissinger's stock transactions, provide insights into executive sentiment. Investors often track such trades for potential signals, though they are not recommendations. The Marcus Corporation remains a key player in the entertainment and hospitality sectors with its diversified operations.