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Imax Stock Soars 44% Amid Record Box Office Growth
1/10/2026
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- Imax's stock rose over 44% in 2025 as the global box office reached a record $1.28 billion.
- AMC Entertainment and Cinemark saw substantial declines in 2025.
- Domestic ticket sales rebounded post-Covid but remained 25% below pre-pandemic levels.
- Premium large format theaters gained popularity, with average ticket prices of $17.65 in 2025.
- Imax anticipates a record $1.4 billion in 2026, bolstered by major upcoming releases shot with Imax cameras.
