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IMAX Corp is a leading global entertainment technology platform that provides an end-to-end solution for creating and distributing immersive cinematic experiences.

Market cap
$2.59B+87.9%
Revenue$416.1M+14.8%
Net income$40.9M+24.8%
Free cash flow$126.6M+88.4%
EPS (diluted)$0.72+22.0%
Trailing twelve months · change vs. prior year

Earnings

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Oct 22, 2026 (in 3 months)
Revenue estimate$119.0M
EPS estimate$0.53

Financials

Q2 2026

Income statement

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Revenue$102.8M+12.2%
Gross profit$62.9M+17.3%
Operating income$20.8M+44.8%
Net income$15.4M+36.8%
EPS (diluted)$0.27+35.0%

Balance sheet

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Cash & equivalents$159.9M+46.4%
Total equity$355.9M+11.1%
Total assets$917.9M+5.7%

Cash flow

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Operating cash flow$32.0M+37.7%
CapEx$21.0K-99.1%
Free cash flow$32.0M+53.2%

Valuation & ratios

Valuation

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Market cap$2.59B+87.9%
P/E63.4×+20.7×
P/S6.2×+2.4×

Profitability

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Gross margin59.6%+2.8pp
Operating margin20.2%+3.6pp
Net margin9.8%+0.8pp
FCF margin30.4%+11.9pp

Returns & leverage

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Return on equity12.1%+0.9pp

Segments

By geography

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Asia (excluding Greater China)$22.9M+146%
Western Europe$16.9M+19.6%
Greater China$13.9M-21.5%
Rest of the World$4.3M+21.6%
Latin America$2.9M+35.9%

By product

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Image enhancement and maintenance services$53.2M
Technology sales$26.7M+41.5%
Technology rentals$20.0M+4.6%
Finance income$3.0M+5.4%

By segment

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Technology Products and Services Segment$64.8M+16.5%
Content Solutions$34.7M+2.1%
All Other$3.3M+60.9%

Competitors

Profile

IMAX Corp is a leading global entertainment technology platform that provides an end-to-end solution for creating and distributing immersive cinematic experiences. The company leverages proprietary software, auditorium architecture, and specialized equipment to deliver high-fidelity visual and sound content across its extensive global network. Its core value proposition lies in its globally recognized brand and its ability to generate incremental box office receipts for filmmakers and exhibitors through premium format experiences.

Competitive position

IMAX maintains the largest global premium format network, significantly larger than its nearest competitor, and leverages a high-barrier-to-entry proprietary technology stack.

GeographiesNorth America, Greater China, Western Europe, Asia, Latin America
Customer segmentsTheatrical Exhibitors, Film Studios, Consumer Electronics OEMs, Streaming Platforms
Business modelB2B Licensing, Equipment Sales and Leasing, Revenue Sharing, Service and Maintenance
SuppliersSubcontracted fabrication suppliers, Original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), Camera component providers (ARRI, RED, Sony), Raw screen material providers
CustomersCommercial theater chains, Hollywood and local language film studios, Institutional venues, Streaming platforms, Consumer electronics consumers
CountryCanada
Listed1994
Employees697.0
CEORichard Lewis Gelfond
Websiteimax.com
FilingsSEC EDGAR

Questions, answered.

What is Imax's market cap?
Imax (IMAX) has a market capitalization of $2.6B and trades on NYSE.
What is Imax's revenue and profitability?
Imax generated $416.1M in trailing twelve-month revenue with net income of $40.9M, representing a net margin of 9.8%. Gross margin stands at 59.6%, with free cash flow of $126.6M. These figures are based on the Q2 2026 filing.
Who are Imax's competitors?
Imax's key competitors include Dolby Laboratories, AMC ENTERTAINMENT HOLDINGS, INC., Cinemark Holdings, Inc., and others. These companies compete in similar markets and product categories.
Who does Imax partner with?
Imax's notable partners include The Walt Disney Company, Sony Pictures, Netflix, and others.
What subsidiaries does Imax have?
Imax's subsidiaries include IMAX China Holding, Inc..
Where is Imax headquartered?
Imax is headquartered in Canada and employs approximately 697 people. It has been publicly traded since 1994.