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Imax Corp (IMAX) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

Imax Corp stock (IMAX) is currently trading at $38.19. Imax Corp PE ratio is 60.62. Imax Corp PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 5.03. Analyst consensus price target for IMAX is $45.00. WallStSmart rates IMAX as Hold.

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IMAX

Imax Corp

NYSECOMMUNICATION SERVICES
$38.19
$0.02 (-0.05%)
52W$20.48
$43.16
Target$45.00+17.8%

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IMAX Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · Imax Corp (IMAX)

Margin of Safety
-752.6%
Significantly Overvalued
IMAX Fair Value
$4.28
Graham Formula
Current Price
$38.19
$33.91 above fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $4.28
Overvalued
Price $38.19
Graham IV $4.28
Analyst $45.00

IMAX trades 753% above its Graham fair value of $4.28, indicating the stock may be overvalued at current levels.

Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

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Smart Analysis

Imax Corp (IMAX) · 10 metrics scored

Smart Score

57
out of 100
Grade: C
Buy
Investment Rating

Category Performance

WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.

Investment Thesis

Strong fundamentals in peg ratio, operating margin, revenue growth. Concerns around price/book and eps growth. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.

Imax Corp (IMAX) Key Strengths (5)

Avg Score: 9.0/10
PEG RatioValuation
0.8910/10

Growing significantly faster than its price suggests

Revenue GrowthGrowth
35.10%10/10

Revenue surging 35.10% year-over-year

Institutional Own.Quality
90.30%10/10

90.30% of shares held by major funds and institutions

Operating MarginProfitability
26.60%8/10

Strong operational efficiency: $27 kept per $100 revenue

Market CapQuality
$2.06B7/10

Mid-cap company balancing growth potential with stability

Supporting Valuation Data

IMAX Target Price
$45
20% Upside

Imax Corp (IMAX) Areas to Watch (5)

Avg Score: 3.0/10
EPS GrowthGrowth
-86.90%0/10

Earnings declining -86.90%, profits shrinking

Price/BookValuation
5.862/10

Very expensive at 5.9x book value

Price/SalesValuation
5.034/10

Premium valuation at 5.0x annual revenue

Profit MarginProfitability
8.50%4/10

Thin profit margins with limited profitability

Return on EquityProfitability
11.30%5/10

Moderate profitability with room for improvement

Supporting Valuation Data

P/E Ratio
60.62
Overvalued
Trailing P/E
60.62
Overvalued
Price/Sales (TTM)
5.03
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Imax Corp (IMAX) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 57/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 5 register as strengths (avg 9.0/10) while 5 fall into concern territory (avg 3.0/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Institutional Own.. Valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (0.89) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Profitability is solid with Operating Margin at 26.60%. Growth metrics are encouraging with Revenue Growth at 35.10%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are EPS Growth, Price/Book, Price/Sales. Some valuation metrics including Price/Sales (5.03), Price/Book (5.86) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include EPS Growth at -86.90%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 11.30%, Profit Margin at 8.50%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether EPS Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 11.30% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 35.10% strong but requiring continuation.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. Strengths and concerns are roughly balanced. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

Mixed fundamentals with both positives (PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth) and negatives (EPS Growth, Price/Book). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.

Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.

IMAX Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue

IMAX's Price-to-Sales ratio of 5.03x trades at a 16% premium to its historical average of 4.34x (69th percentile). The current valuation is 41% below its historical high of 8.46x set in Nov 2010, and 259% above its historical low of 1.4x in Nov 2008.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for Imax Corp (IMAX) · COMMUNICATION SERVICESENTERTAINMENT

The Big Picture

Imax Corp is in a high-growth phase, prioritizing rapid expansion over margins. Revenue reached 410M with 35% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are thin at 8.5%, typical for companies in this phase that are reinvesting heavily in growth.

Key Findings

Strong Revenue Growth

Revenue growing at 35% YoY, reaching 410M. This pace significantly outperforms most ENTERTAINMENT peers.

Cash Flow Positive

Generating 27M in free cash flow and 28M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.

Misleading Earnings Decline

Earnings fell 87% YoY while revenue grew 35%. This gap usually reflects one-time items (tax benefits, write-offs) in the prior period, not an operational decline.

What to Watch Next

Margin expansion: can Imax Corp push profit margins above 15% as the business scales?

Growth sustainability: can Imax Corp maintain 35%+ revenue growth, or will competition slow it down?

Valuation compression risk at a P/E of 60.6x. Any growth miss could trigger a sharp correction.

Sector dynamics: monitor ENTERTAINMENT industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Imax Corp.

Bottom Line

Imax Corp is a high-conviction growth story with revenue accelerating at 35% while profitability is still developing. For growth-oriented investors, the trajectory is compelling. For value investors, the thin 8.5% margins and premium valuation suggest patience until the unit economics mature further.

This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

Insider Transactions(115 last 3 months)

Total Buys
56
Total Sells
59

Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings

Last updated: 4:27:28 PM

About Imax Corp(IMAX)

Exchange

NYSE

Sector

COMMUNICATION SERVICES

Industry

ENTERTAINMENT

Country

USA

IMAX Corporation, is a worldwide entertainment technology company. The company is headquartered in Mississauga, Canada.

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