Book Value
Marcus also wins the book value comparison with Regal Entertainment Group (NYSE:RGC) and Marriott International Inc (NYSE:MAR). Only one of these companies has a positive book value right now. Marcus has a book value per share of $11.19, and its share price was $12.51 at the end of the day on June 25, 2013. Regal Entertainment Group (NYSE:RGC) has a book value per share of -$4.55, and Marriott has a book value per share of -$4.45.
Latest Results
The Marcus Corporation (NYSE:MCS) posted a net loss this quarter because of items, but the company still achieved top-line growth because its hotel business performed well. Marcus reported 1.7% overall revenue growth for the third fiscal quarter of 2013, and its hotel segment reported 12.3% revenue growth. The company recorded a -$2 million impact because of a lawsuit and impairment costs, which resulted in -$1.37 million net income for the quarter.
Marriott International Inc (NYSE:MAR)’s results show that the hotel industry has recovered from the recession, and conditions look more favorable now. This hotel chain reported 14.9% higher sales and 30.8% higher income for the quarter. Marcus does business in 11 states while Marriott has hotels throughout the world, so Marriott’s North American results could provide a closer comparison. Marriott International Inc (NYSE:MAR) reported 5.8% higher REVPAR for the quarter, while Marcus reported 10.7% higher REVPAR.
The Marcus Corporation (NYSE:MCS) explained that its movie segment faced a tough comparison this quarter because it had more popular movies available last year. Movie theaters may have also faced a difficult market this spring in general. Regal Entertainment Group (NYSE:RGC) reported -6.1% revenue growth and -51.4% income growth for the quarter, and the theater chain described the overall business environment as challenging.
Takeaway
Marcus’ combination of movie theaters and hotel properties could perform in a wide variety of economic conditions, which is very important for a dividend stock. The Marcus Corporation (NYSE:MCS)’s third quarter didn’t go so well, but a few hit movies could put this company in a much better position. This theater and hotel owner also classified some major recent expenses as items, so its margins could improve. A weak third quarter may mean a good deal on this stock.
The article Movie Theaters and Hotels for an Uncertain Future originally appeared on Fool.com.
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