MCS trades 20.5% below Wall Street's consensus target of $33.50.
Last 12 months price action with 12-month analyst target path
The base valuation assumes MCS achieves its forward estimates and maintains a stable P/E multiple of 36.9x. This scenario reflects the blended consensus of 8 Wall Street analysts, balancing both positive catalysts and macroeconomic headwinds over the next 12 months.
As of September 24, 2026, The Marcus Corporation (MCS) has a Wall Street consensus price target of $33.50, based on estimates from 8 covering analysts. With the stock currently trading at $27.80, this represents a potential upside of +20.5%. The company has a market capitalization of $859M.
Analyst price targets range from a low of $33.00 to a high of $34.00, representing a 3% spread in expectations. The median target of $33.50 aligns closely with the consensus average. The tight target dispersion indicates high conviction among analysts.
The current analyst consensus rating is Buy, with 5 analysts rating the stock as a Buy or Strong Buy,3 rating it Hold, and 0 rating it Sell or Strong Sell. The positive sentiment balance indicates moderate optimism about the stock prospects.
From a valuation perspective, MCS trades at a trailing P/E of 67.8x and forward P/E of 36.9x. Analysts expect EPS to grow +2.8% over the next year.
Our proprietary valuation model, which blends historical multiples with forward estimates, suggests a base-case price target of $13.77, with bear and bull scenarios of $8.68 and $18.14 respectively. Model confidence stands at 40/100, suggesting limited visibility into future performance.
| Company | Market Cap | Price | Target | Upside Potential | Rating | Fwd P/E | Analysts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 AMCAMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc. | $1.6B | $2.87 | $2.50 | -12.9% | Hold | — | 28 |
 IMAXIMAX Corporation | $2.9B | $53.30 | $52.75 | -1.0% | Buy | 28.8x | 25 |
 HGVHilton Grand Vacations Inc. | $2.8B | $35.60 | $55.29 | +55.3% | Hold | 7.3x | 16 |
 SHOSunstone Hotel Investors, Inc. | $2.1B | $11.03 | $13.00 | +17.9% | Hold | 37.2x | 28 |
 RHPRyman Hospitality Properties, Inc. | $7.6B | $120.74 | $134.75 | +11.6% | Buy | 29.0x | 19 |
 INNSummit Hotel Properties, Inc. | $614M | $5.67 | $7.00 | +23.5% | Buy | — | 14 |
 APLEApple Hospitality REIT, Inc. | $3.7B | $15.83 | $16.90 | +6.8% | Hold | 22.2x | 18 |
 DISThe Walt Disney Company | $179.7B | $103.49 | $126.30 | +22.0% | Buy | 15.0x | 64 |
 WBDWarner Bros. Discovery, Inc. | $77.1B | $30.76 | $31.00 | +0.8% | Hold | — | 32 |
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying MCS stock.
The consensus Wall Street price target for MCS is $33.5, representing 20.5% upside from the current price of $27.8. With 8 analysts covering the stock, this strong upside suggests significant value not yet reflected in today's share price.
MCS has a consensus rating of "Buy" based on 8 Wall Street analysts. The rating breakdown is predominantly bullish, with 5 Buy/Strong Buy ratings. The consensus 12-month price target of $33.5 implies 20.5% upside from current levels.
At a forward P/E of 36.9043x, MCS trades at a premium valuation. The consensus price target of $33.5 (20.5% upside) suggests analysts still see growth justifying the multiple.
The most bullish Wall Street analyst has a price target of $34 for MCS, while the most conservative target is $33. The consensus of $33.5 represents the median expectation. Our quantitative valuation model projects a bull case target of $18 based on optimistic growth and margin assumptions. These targets typically reflect 12-month expectations.
MCS is moderately covered, with 8 analysts providing price targets and ratings. Of these, 0 have Strong Buy ratings, 5 have Buy ratings, 3 recommend Hold, and 0 have Sell or Strong Sell ratings. Higher analyst coverage generally indicates greater institutional interest and more reliable consensus estimates.
The 12-month MCS stock forecast based on 8 Wall Street analysts shows a consensus price target of $33.5, with estimates ranging from $33 (bear case) to $34 (bull case). The median consensus rating is "Buy". Our proprietary valuation model produces a base case fair value of $14, with bear/bull scenarios of $9/$18.
Our quantitative valuation model calculates MCS's fair value at $14 (base case), with a bear case of $9 and bull case of $18. The model uses discounted cash flow analysis, historical growth rates, and margin mean-reversion to project FY+2 earnings, then applies an appropriate P/E multiple. The model confidence score is 40/100.
MCS trades at a forward P/E ratio of 36.9x based on next-twelve-months earnings estimates compared to a trailing P/E of 67.8x. The lower forward P/E indicates analysts expect earnings growth. A forward P/E is useful for comparing valuations when earnings are expected to change significantly.
Wall Street analysts are very optimistic on MCS, with a "Buy" consensus rating and $33.5 price target (20.5% upside). 5 of 8 analysts rate it Buy or Strong Buy. This information is for educational purposes only. Always conduct your own research, consider your financial situation, and consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions.
MCS analyst price targets range from $33 to $34, a 3% tight range reflecting strong analyst consensus. Differences stem from varying assumptions about revenue growth, profit margins, competitive dynamics, and valuation multiples. The $33.5 consensus represents the middle ground. Our model's $9-$18 range provides an independent fundamental perspective.
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