The Marcus Corporation (MCS) P/E Ratio History
UndervaluedTrading at 58.2x vs 5Y avg 98.1x · 80th percentile · Below historical baseline · Data 1990–2026
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 22, 2026, The Marcus Corporation (MCS) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 58.2x, with a stock price of $23.85 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $0.46.
The current P/E is 41% below its 5-year average of 98.1x. Over the past five years, MCS's P/E has ranged from a low of 11.9x to a high of 1303.7x, placing the current valuation at the 80th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Communication Services sector median P/E of 15.3x, MCS trades at a 280% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 110 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 161.8x.
Relative to the broader market, MCS commands a significant premium over the S&P 500 median P/E of 24.4x. Investors should consider the company's growth prospects, competitive position, and earnings quality when evaluating whether the current valuation is justified.
For a comprehensive intrinsic value estimate using discounted cash flow analysis, see our MCS DCF Valuation Calculator →
Note: P/E ratio is just one valuation metric. It does not account for balance sheet strength, cash flow quality, or growth sustainability. Always conduct comprehensive due diligence before making investment decisions.
MCS Cross-Benchmark Valuation
How does the current P/E compare to sector peers and the broader market?
MCS P/E vs Peers
Movie Theaters and Exhibition peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $4B | 32.5 | -Best | -50% | |
| $2B | 70.4 | -Best | +31% | |
| $4B | 59.2 | -Best | +93% | |
| $2B | 281.6 | -Best | -70% | |
| $8B | 33.2 | -Best | -14% | |
| $4B | 22.4 | -Best | -17% | |
| $180B | 15.2Lowest | -Best | +152%Best | |
| $66B | 90.3 | -Best | +106% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
MCS Historical P/E Data (1990–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q1 | - | $17.17 | $0.43 | 39.9x | +22% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Dec 31 2025 | $15.51 | $0.41 | 37.8x | +16% |
| FY2025 Q3 | - | $15.51 | $0.25 | 61.8x | +89% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Jun 30 2025 | $16.86 | $0.46 | 36.6x | +12% |
| FY2024 Q1 | - | $14.26 | $0.20 | 69.7x | +114% |
| FY2023 Q4 | - | $14.69 | $0.28 | 51.6x | +58% |
| FY2023 Q3 | - | $15.50 | $0.12 | 129.2x | +296% |
| FY2022 Q3 | - | $14.08 | $0.01 | 1303.7x | +3896% |
| FY2020 Q1 | - | $13.72 | $0.67 | 20.5x | -37% |
| FY2019 Q4 | - | $32.60 | $1.35 | 24.1x | -26% |
| FY2019 Q3 | - | $36.88 | $1.40 | 26.3x | -19% |
| FY2019 Q2 | - | $32.69 | $1.50 | 21.8x | -33% |
| FY2019 Q1 | - | $40.24 | $1.57 | 25.6x | -21% |
| FY2018 Q4 | - | $38.51 | $1.86 | 20.7x | -37% |
| FY2018 Q3 | - | $41.30 | $2.77 | 14.9x | -54% |
| FY2018 Q2 | - | $32.50 | $2.60 | 12.5x | -62% |
| FY2018 Q1 | - | $30.35 | $2.31 | 13.1x | -60% |
| FY2017 Q4 | - | $27.20 | $2.29 | 11.9x | -64% |
| FY2017 Q3 | - | $28.20 | $1.39 | 20.3x | -38% |
| FY2017 Q2 | - | $30.70 | $1.51 | 20.3x | -38% |
| FY2017 Q1 | - | $31.75 | $1.49 | 21.3x | -35% |
| FY2016 Q4 | - | $31.55 | $1.36 | 23.2x | -29% |
| FY2016 Q3 | - | $24.92 | $1.67 | 14.9x | -54% |
| FY2016 Q2 | - | $21.10 | $1.55 | 13.6x | -58% |
| FY2016 Q1 | - | $18.95 | $1.33 | 14.2x | -56% |
| FY2015 Q4 | - | $20.13 | $1.24 | 16.2x | -50% |
| FY2015 Q3 | - | $19.25 | $0.81 | 23.8x | -27% |
| FY2015 Q2 | - | $19.65 | $0.87 | 22.6x | -31% |
| FY2015 Q1 | - | $19.43 | $0.91 | 21.4x | -35% |
| FY2014 Q4 | - | $16.56 | $0.95 | 17.4x | -47% |
| FY2014 Q3 | - | $18.06 | $0.88 | 20.5x | -37% |
| FY2014 Q2 | - | $16.84 | $0.93 | 18.1x | -45% |
| FY2014 Q1 | - | $14.20 | $0.90 | 15.8x | -52% |
| FY2013 Q4 | - | $14.35 | $0.70 | 20.5x | -37% |
| FY2013 Q3 | - | $12.48 | $0.75 | 16.6x | -49% |
| FY2013 Q2 | - | $13.45 | $0.62 | 21.7x | -33% |
| FY2013 Q1 | - | $12.21 | $0.72 | 17.0x | -48% |
| FY2012 Q4 | - | $11.64 | $0.80 | 14.6x | -55% |
| FY2012 Q3 | - | $12.89 | $0.72 | 17.9x | -45% |
| FY2012 Q2 | - | $13.33 | $0.77 | 17.3x | -47% |
| FY2012 Q1 | - | $12.77 | $0.66 | 19.3x | -41% |
| FY2011 Q4 | - | $10.86 | $0.57 | 19.1x | -41% |
| FY2011 Q3 | - | $9.14 | $0.54 | 16.9x | -48% |
| FY2011 Q2 | - | $10.50 | $0.46 | 22.7x | -30% |
| FY2011 Q1 | - | $12.17 | $0.44 | 27.6x | -16% |
| FY2010 Q4 | - | $13.32 | $0.62 | 21.5x | -34% |
| FY2010 Q3 | - | $10.82 | $0.54 | 20.1x | -38% |
| FY2010 Q2 | - | $11.14 | $0.54 | 20.7x | -37% |
| FY2010 Q1 | - | $12.01 | $0.51 | 23.4x | -28% |
| FY2009 Q4 | - | $12.76 | $0.46 | 27.6x | -16% |
| FY2009 Q3 | - | $13.18 | $0.50 | 26.2x | -20% |
| FY2009 Q2 | - | $10.78 | $0.55 | 19.5x | -40% |
| FY2009 Q1 | - | $8.54 | $0.61 | 14.0x | -57% |
| FY2008 Q4 | - | $12.16 | $0.61 | 19.9x | -39% |
| FY2008 Q3 | - | $17.65 | $0.68 | 26.0x | -20% |
| FY2008 Q2 | - | $17.17 | $0.67 | 25.6x | -21% |
| FY2008 Q1 | - | $16.74 | $0.72 | 23.3x | -29% |
| FY2007 Q4 | - | $17.85 | $0.79 | 22.6x | -31% |
| FY2007 Q3 | - | $20.98 | $1.02 | 20.6x | -37% |
| FY2007 Q2 | - | $23.37 | $1.09 | 21.4x | -34% |
| FY2007 Q1 | - | $23.93 | $1.01 | 23.8x | -27% |
| FY2006 Q4 | - | $25.07 | $1.03 | 24.4x | -25% |
| FY2006 Q3 | - | $19.81 | $0.86 | 23.1x | -29% |
| FY2006 Q2 | - | $17.73 | $0.91 | 19.6x | -40% |
| FY2006 Q1 | - | $23.30 | $0.87 | 26.8x | -18% |
| FY2005 Q4 | - | $24.85 | $0.93 | 26.7x | -18% |
| FY2005 Q3 | - | $19.31 | $3.11 | 6.2x | -81% |
| FY2005 Q2 | - | $22.38 | $3.21 | 7.0x | -79% |
| FY2005 Q1 | - | $23.41 | $3.30 | 7.1x | -78% |
| FY2004 Q4 | - | $22.15 | $3.17 | 7.0x | -79% |
| FY2004 Q3 | - | $18.84 | $0.99 | 19.0x | -42% |
| FY2004 Q2 | - | $16.07 | $0.83 | 19.4x | -41% |
| FY2004 Q1 | - | $17.02 | $0.77 | 22.1x | -32% |
| FY2003 Q4 | - | $14.98 | $0.75 | 19.9x | -39% |
| FY2003 Q3 | - | $14.39 | $0.68 | 21.1x | -35% |
| FY2003 Q2 | - | $13.58 | $0.70 | 19.4x | -41% |
| FY2003 Q1 | - | $13.91 | $0.76 | 18.3x | -44% |
| FY2002 Q4 | - | $14.65 | $0.75 | 19.5x | -40% |
| FY2002 Q3 | - | $13.35 | $0.73 | 18.3x | -44% |
| FY2002 Q2 | - | $13.14 | $0.77 | 17.1x | -48% |
| FY2002 Q1 | - | $15.50 | $0.55 | 28.4x | -13% |
| FY2001 Q4 | - | $13.90 | $0.51 | 27.4x | -16% |
| FY2001 Q3 | - | $14.00 | $0.58 | 24.3x | -26% |
| FY2001 Q2 | - | $14.30 | $0.47 | 30.7x | -6% |
| FY2001 Q1 | - | $13.85 | $0.64 | 21.6x | -34% |
| FY2000 Q4 | - | $14.88 | $0.66 | 22.5x | -31% |
| FY2000 Q3 | - | $11.75 | $0.71 | 16.5x | -49% |
| FY2000 Q2 | - | $11.00 | $0.76 | 14.5x | -56% |
| FY2000 Q1 | - | $9.50 | $0.75 | 12.7x | -61% |
| FY1999 Q4 | - | $13.13 | $0.74 | 17.8x | -45% |
| FY1999 Q3 | - | $12.06 | $0.75 | 16.2x | -50% |
| FY1999 Q2 | May 29 1999 | $12.56 | $0.78 | 16.2x | -50% |
| FY1999 Q1 | - | $13.00 | $0.87 | 14.9x | -54% |
| FY1998 Q4 | - | $15.13 | $0.95 | 15.9x | -51% |
| FY1998 Q3 | - | $14.06 | $0.90 | 15.6x | -52% |
| FY1998 Q2 | - | $18.13 | $0.72 | 25.2x | -23% |
| FY1998 Q1 | - | $17.50 | $0.84 | 20.8x | -36% |
| FY1997 Q4 | - | $18.38 | $0.87 | 21.1x | -35% |
| FY1997 Q3 | - | $16.58 | $0.87 | 19.1x | -42% |
| FY1997 Q2 | - | $16.33 | $0.84 | 19.4x | -40% |
| FY1997 Q1 | - | $13.92 | $0.80 | 17.4x | -47% |
| FY1996 Q4 | - | $15.67 | $0.76 | 20.7x | -37% |
| FY1996 Q3 | - | $15.67 | $0.67 | 23.5x | -28% |
| FY1996 Q2 | - | $17.17 | $0.79 | 21.8x | -33% |
| FY1996 Q1 | - | $17.17 | $0.77 | 22.4x | -31% |
| FY1995 Q4 | - | $17.50 | $0.82 | 21.3x | -35% |
| FY1995 Q3 | - | $13.89 | $0.98 | 14.2x | -57% |
| FY1995 Q2 | - | $12.78 | $0.63 | 20.3x | -38% |
| FY1995 Q1 | - | $12.00 | $0.46 | 26.2x | -20% |
| FY1994 Q4 | Nov 30 1994 | $11.44 | $0.47 | 24.5x | -25% |
| FY1994 Q3 | - | $11.50 | $0.47 | 24.6x | -25% |
| FY1994 Q2 | - | $12.06 | $0.46 | 26.0x | -20% |
| FY1994 Q1 | Feb 28 1994 | $12.56 | $0.60 | 21.0x | -35% |
| FY1993 Q4 | - | $10.89 | $0.51 | 21.3x | -35% |
| FY1993 Q3 | - | $9.78 | $0.35 | 27.8x | -15% |
| FY1993 Q2 | May 31 1993 | $10.44 | $0.39 | 26.5x | -19% |
| FY1993 Q1 | Feb 28 1993 | $10.33 | $0.37 | 27.6x | -15% |
| FY1992 Q4 | Nov 30 1992 | $8.00 | $0.33 | 24.6x | -25% |
| FY1992 Q3 | Aug 31 1992 | $6.67 | $0.29 | 22.8x | -30% |
| FY1992 Q2 | May 31 1992 | $5.33 | $0.28 | 19.0x | -42% |
| FY1992 Q1 | Feb 29 1992 | $4.96 | $0.23 | 21.5x | -34% |
| FY1991 Q4 | Nov 30 1991 | $4.89 | $0.22 | 21.8x | -33% |
| FY1991 Q3 | Aug 31 1991 | $4.74 | $0.22 | 21.1x | -35% |
| FY1991 Q2 | May 31 1991 | $5.04 | $0.22 | 22.7x | -30% |
| FY1991 Q1 | - | $4.44 | $0.21 | 21.0x | -36% |
| FY1990 Q4 | Nov 30 1990 | $2.96 | $0.21 | 14.0x | -57% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 32.6x
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MCS — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying MCS stock.
What is MCS's P/E ratio?
The Marcus Corporation (MCS) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 58.2x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $0.46. The 5-year average P/E is 98.1x and the historical range spans 11.9x to 1303.7x.
Is MCS stock overvalued or undervalued?
MCS trades at 58.2x P/E, below its 5-year average of 98.1x. At the 80th percentile of its historical range (11.9x–1303.7x), the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
Is MCS stock expensive?
No, MCS is not expensive on a historical basis. The current P/E of 58.2x is below the 5-year average of 98.1x and sits at the 80th percentile of its valuation range.
What is MCS's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, MCS's P/E ratio has ranged from 11.9x to 1303.7x, with a median of 25.6x and an average of 98.1x. The current P/E of 58.2x places the stock at the 80th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 1990–2026.
How does MCS's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
MCS trades at 58.2x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 24.4x. The 139% premium to the market typically reflects higher expected earnings growth or quality.
How does MCS's valuation compare to Communication Services peers?
The Marcus Corporation P/E of 58.2x compares to the Communication Services sector median of 15.3x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers or stronger fundamentals. See the peer comparison table on this page for ticker-by-ticker P/E and PEG.
What is MCS's PEG ratio?
MCS PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of 58.2x and EPS growth of 270.8%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is MCS's earnings yield?
MCS earnings yield is 1.72%, the inverse of its 58.2x P/E ratio. Earnings yield represents the percentage of each dollar invested that the company earns. It can be compared directly to bond yields to assess relative attractiveness of stocks versus fixed income.