Like a poorly maintained wooden roller coaster, Six Flags Entertainment (FUN +2.88%) is looking pretty rickety these days. Shares of the country's largest operator of regional amusement parks have plummeted 45% over the past month -- down more than 60% over the last three months -- as a high-profile deadly roller coaster accident became the latest public relations nightmare for a business that was already struggling this year.
I want to make sure that I don't gloss over the passing of Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem, the 42-year-old schoolteacher who died two weeks ago after falling out of the restraints of the Goliath hypercoaster at Six Flags Over Georgia. It's horrific. As a fellow coaster enthusiast who has been on that ride (and 275 other different roller coasters), I still can't get that accident out of my mind.
I still became a Six Flags shareholder on Monday of last week. Let me spell out why I think Six Flags makes sense for risk-tolerant investors at this point.
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1. Bargains aren't easy to find these days Bottom fishing is a dangerous sport, and in the near term, I'm an inept angler. Six Flags would go on to tumble another 17% last week.
Pessimism continues to run high when it comes to Six Flags. This week kicked off with Goldman Sachs slashing its price target on the shares from $15 to $6 on Monday morning, and it's not even the Street low. Mizuho earned that honor last week, cutting its earlier target to $5 a share.
"Be fearful when others are greedy, and greedy when others are fearful," Warren Buffett says.
I should point out that I know the stock's 60% slide over the past three months doesn't mean Six Flags has shed three-fifths of its value. Six Flags' market cap has taken a 60% hit to $700 million, but this company's roughly $5 billion in long-term debt inflates the enterprise value to $6 billion. The actual enterprise value that a potential acquirer would take on has only fallen by just over 10% since this summer.
I'm not expecting a potential buyer or even a private equity firm to save the day here. I just think market sentiment can eventually stabilize and turn positive, offering a higher ceiling for public investors than the obvious floor of zero.
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2. The seasonal timing of the stock slide is bullishly convenient This week's Goldman Sachs update may seem rattling. The fresh analyst note highlights weak attendance trends, operational issues, and the debt-heavy balance sheet. Goldman Sachs says foot traffic data point to a 16% year-over-year decline so far this quarter, which is relevant because October accounts for the lion's share of the fourth quarter's results.
Seasonality is actually Six Flags' friend here. Outside of a couple of parks in the South, most of the chain's gated attractions close for the season shortly after the Halloween-themed events end. This time of the year, it's more about haunted houses and scare mazes than the actual scream machines that Six Flags had to temporarily close following the accident. It's already working on the modifications to make them safer.
In the meantime, Six Flags historically sees its fourth-quarter revenue cut in half from its peak third-quarter performance. The first quarter that follows sees its revenue decline by more than two-thirds from the fourth quarter.
Put another way, Six Flags has the next five months to fortify its safety procedures, reshape its 2027 season pass marketing approach, and move away from bearish headline fodder.
3. The spring is set for the next bullish catalyst Remember when Six Flags spiked last October on news that an activist investor teamed up with NFL great Travis Kelce (and Mr. Taylor Swift) to make a play on the park operator? And investors warmed up to Six Flags after selling seven of its weaker-performing destinations to EPR Properties (EPR +0.26%) in a $331 million deal earlier this year?
Kelce was ultimately tapped as brand ambassador for Six Flags. Selling some of its lesser parks to the recreational and leisure real estate investment trust (REIT) came at an enterprise value discount to the overall attendance and adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) they contributed, but it provided an important cash windfall. The deal also helps Six Flags focus on its more financially successful attractions.
Six Flags will have a busy offseason. There will be more noise in the coming months, and all it takes is the next bullish spark to get the shares coasting in the right direction again.
Robbins LLP prověřuje společnost Six Flags Entertainment (FUN) kvůli možnému porušení předpisů o cenných papírech po smrtelné nehodě na horské dráze. Akcie 13. října 2026 klesly přibližně o 14,4 %.
, /PRNewswire/ -- Shareholder rights law firm Robbins LLP is investigating Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE: FUN) to determine whether certain Six Flag's officers and directors violated securities laws and breached fiduciary duties to shareholders. Six Flags operates amusement parks and resort properties in North America.
Why Are We Investigating Six Flags?
On October 13, 2026, the Wall Street Journal published an article, 'Six Flags Closes Several Rides After Georgia Roller-Coaster Death," which stated that the Company "was shutting down similar attractions across its parks after several people were injured." Specifically, police found Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem, 42 years old, under the Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia just before 4 p.m. Monday. He was unresponsive and not breathing, according to the Cobb County Police Department. Investigators believe Kariem was ejected from the ride and struck other passengers before falling to his death, based on interviews with witnesses and theme-park employees.
Six Flags has recently faced scrutiny over the safety record associated with another of its attractions: the X2 coaster at its Magic Mountain park in Southern California. Multiple lawsuits alleged that the coaster caused serious brain injuries. Six Flags permanently closed that ride last month.
Shares in Six Flags fell approximately 14.4% on October 13, 2026.
What Can FUN Shareholders Do Now?
If you lost money investing in Six Flags Entertainment Corporation, contact Robbins LLP for more information by submitting an inquiry, emailing attorney Aaron Dumas, Jr., or calling (800) 350-6003.
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BFA Law prověřuje Six Flags (FUN) kvůli možnému klamání investorů v souvislosti s bezpečností a údržbou. Akcie 13. října 2026 po smrtelné nehodě na horské dráze Goliath klesly přibližně o 14,4 %.
BFA Law is investigating whether Six Flags Entertainment Corporation committed securities fraud relating to statements about its focus on safety, maintenance, and ride reliability.
, /PRNewswire/ -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces an investigation into Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE:FUN) for potential securities fraud after its significant stock drop.
If you invested in Six Flags securities, you are encouraged to obtain additional information by visiting: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/six-flags-class-action-lawsuit.
Key Details of the Six Flags ($FUN) Class Action Investigation:
Investigation Overview: Securities fraud relating to Six Flags' statements about its focus on safety, maintenance, and ride reliability.
Stock Decline: October 13, 2026 – 14.4% Stock Drop
Action: Contact BFA Law to discuss your rights
Why is Six Flags Being Investigated for Securities Fraud?
Six Flags is the largest regional amusement resort operator in North America, with 20 amusement parks, 14 water parks and nine resort properties in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
BFA is investigating whether Six Flags misled investors about its focus on safety, maintenance, and ride reliability.
Why did Six Flags' Stock Drop?
On October 12-13, 2026, various news outlets reported that a man died and several others were injured aboard Six Flags' Goliath roller coaster in Georgia. After the fatal incident, Six Flags announced the temporary closure of 10 roller coasters, including Goliath, across various amusement parks.
Following the news, Six Flags shares fell approximately 14.4% on October 13, 2026.
Click here for more information: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/six-flags-class-action-lawsuit.
What Can You Do?
If you invested in Six Flags securities, you may have legal options and are encouraged to submit your information to the firm.
All representation is on a contingency fee basis; there is no cost to you. Shareholders are not responsible for any court costs or expenses of litigation. The firm will seek court approval for any potential fees and expenses.
BFA is a leading international law firm representing plaintiffs in securities class actions and shareholder litigation. It has been named a top plaintiff law firm by Chambers USA, The Legal 500, and ISS SCAS, and its attorneys have been named "Elite Trial Lawyers" by the National Law Journal, "Litigation Stars" by Benchmark Litigation, among the top "500 Leading Plaintiff Financial Lawyers" by Lawdragon, "Titans of the Plaintiffs' Bar" by Law360 and "Super Lawyers" by Thomson Reuters.
Most recently, The Legal 500 awarded BFA the most client satisfaction accolades of any plaintiff's securities litigation law firm, with clients noting: "[t]here is no better service provider in the practice area," "[t]he interest of the client is always front and center," and "[t]here isn't a better firm in this space." One testimonial described the firm as "nimble and entrepreneurial," with a "relentless focus on adding value for clients."
Among its recent notable successes, BFA recovered over $900 million in value from Tesla, Inc.'s Board of Directors, as well as $420 million from Teva Pharmaceutical Ind. Ltd.
For more information about BFA and its attorneys, please visit https://www.bfalaw.com.
NEW YORK, Oct. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces an investigation into Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE:FUN) for potential securities fraud after its significant stock drop.
If you invested in Six Flags securities, you are encouraged to obtain additional information by visiting: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/six-flags-class-action-lawsuit.
Key Details of the Six Flags ($FUN) Class Action Investigation:
Investigation Overview: Securities fraud relating to Six Flags’ statements about its focus on safety, maintenance, and ride reliability.Stock Decline: October 13, 2026 – 14.4% Stock DropAction: Contact BFA Law to discuss your rights
Why is Six Flags Being Investigated for Securities Fraud?
Six Flags is the largest regional amusement resort operator in North America, with 20 amusement parks, 14 water parks and nine resort properties in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
BFA is investigating whether Six Flags misled investors about its focus on safety, maintenance, and ride reliability.
Why did Six Flags’ Stock Drop?
On October 12-13, 2026, various news outlets reported that a man died and several others were injured aboard Six Flags’ Goliath roller coaster in Georgia. After the fatal incident, Six Flags announced the temporary closure of 10 roller coasters, including Goliath, across various amusement parks.
Following the news, Six Flags shares fell approximately 14.4% on October 13, 2026.
Click here for more information: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/six-flags-class-action-lawsuit.
What Can You Do?
If you invested in Six Flags securities, you may have legal options and are encouraged to submit your information to the firm.
All representation is on a contingency fee basis; there is no cost to you. Shareholders are not responsible for any court costs or expenses of litigation. The firm will seek court approval for any potential fees and expenses.
BFA is a leading international law firm representing plaintiffs in securities class actions and shareholder litigation. It has been named a top plaintiff law firm by Chambers USA, The Legal 500, and ISS SCAS, and its attorneys have been named “Elite Trial Lawyers” by the National Law Journal, “Litigation Stars” by Benchmark Litigation, among the top “500 Leading Plaintiff Financial Lawyers” by Lawdragon, “Titans of the Plaintiffs’ Bar” by Law360 and “Super Lawyers” by Thomson Reuters.
Most recently, The Legal 500 awarded BFA the most client satisfaction accolades of any plaintiff’s securities litigation law firm, with clients noting: “[t]here is no better service provider in the practice area,” “[t]he interest of the client is always front and center,” and “[t]here isn’t a better firm in this space.” One testimonial described the firm as “nimble and entrepreneurial,” with a “relentless focus on adding value for clients.”
Among its recent notable successes, BFA recovered over $900 million in value from Tesla, Inc.’s Board of Directors, as well as $420 million from Teva Pharmaceutical Ind. Ltd.
For more information about BFA and its attorneys, please visit https://www.bfalaw.com.
UBS po smrtelné nehodě v Georgii snížila cílovou cenu společnosti Six Flags Entertainment z 27 USD na 18 USD, ale očekává mírnější dopad, než naznačuje trh.
Six Flags Entertainment (NYSE:SIX) may face a smaller financial hit from the fatal Georgia coaster accident than the market is pricing in, UBS said as it lowered its price target to $18 from $27.
A 42-year-old guest was ejected from the Goliath coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia on Oct. 12, and other guests were injured. The cause is under investigation.
Six Flags closed nine similar coasters across six parks as a precaution, and the Georgia park is expected to reopen Friday.
UBS said the accident is a rare safety event and that the direct effect on earnings will depend on whether investigators find a systematic restraint, design or safety failure. The bigger risk, it said, is reputational spillover into attendance and pass sales, which the company’s leverage could magnify.
The bank’s estimates assume a system-wide drop in October pass sales, equal to a 2 to 3 percentage point cut to 2027 visitation, or $40 million to $50 million of EBITDA. It said the real impact could be more muted. UBS lowered its 2026 EBITDA estimate to $763 million from $789 million and its 2027 estimate to $796 million from $868 million. At current valuation multiples, it said, the market is implying 2027 EBITDA of $700 million to $720 million.
UBS pointed to the 2013 New Texas Giant fatality at Six Flags Over Texas as the closest precedent. Third-quarter 2013 attendance still rose 2% to 11.8 million, and full-year 2014 adjusted EBITDA reached a record $439 million.
UBS also trimmed third-quarter visitation estimates on a softer August, partly offset by a stronger September. Its wait-time monitor showed average wait times at tracked Six Flags parks up 19% year over year in the quarter, versus 30% in the second quarter.
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BFA vyšetřuje společnost Six Flags kvůli možnému klamání investorů v souvislosti s bezpečností a údržbou. Akcie FUN 13. října 2026 klesly o 14,4 % po smrtelné nehodě na horské dráze.
NEW YORK, Oct. 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces an investigation into Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE:FUN) for potential securities fraud after its significant stock drop.
If you invested in Six Flags securities, you are encouraged to obtain additional information by visiting: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/six-flags-class-action-lawsuit.
Key Details of the Six Flags ($FUN) Class Action Investigation:
Investigation Overview: Securities fraud relating to Six Flags’ statements about its focus on safety, maintenance, and ride reliability.Stock Decline: October 13, 2026 – 14.4% Stock DropAction: Contact BFA Law to discuss your rights
Why is Six Flags Being Investigated for Securities Fraud?
Six Flags is the largest regional amusement resort operator in North America, with 20 amusement parks, 14 water parks and nine resort properties in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
BFA is investigating whether Six Flags misled investors about its focus on safety, maintenance, and ride reliability.
Why did Six Flags’ Stock Drop?
On October 12-13, 2026, various news outlets reported that a man died and several others were injured aboard Six Flags’ Goliath roller coaster in Georgia. After the fatal incident, Six Flags announced the temporary closure of 10 roller coasters, including Goliath, across various amusement parks.
Following the news, Six Flags shares fell approximately 14.4% on October 13, 2026.
Click here for more information: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/six-flags-class-action-lawsuit.
What Can You Do?
If you invested in Six Flags securities, you may have legal options and are encouraged to submit your information to the firm.
All representation is on a contingency fee basis; there is no cost to you. Shareholders are not responsible for any court costs or expenses of litigation. The firm will seek court approval for any potential fees and expenses.
BFA is a leading international law firm representing plaintiffs in securities class actions and shareholder litigation. It has been named a top plaintiff law firm by Chambers USA, The Legal 500, and ISS SCAS, and its attorneys have been named “Elite Trial Lawyers” by the National Law Journal, “Litigation Stars” by Benchmark Litigation, among the top “500 Leading Plaintiff Financial Lawyers” by Lawdragon, “Titans of the Plaintiffs’ Bar” by Law360 and “Super Lawyers” by Thomson Reuters.
Most recently, The Legal 500 awarded BFA the most client satisfaction accolades of any plaintiff’s securities litigation law firm, with clients noting: “[t]here is no better service provider in the practice area,” “[t]he interest of the client is always front and center,” and “[t]here isn’t a better firm in this space.” One testimonial described the firm as “nimble and entrepreneurial,” with a “relentless focus on adding value for clients.”
Among its recent notable successes, BFA recovered over $900 million in value from Tesla, Inc.’s Board of Directors, as well as $420 million from Teva Pharmaceutical Ind. Ltd.
For more information about BFA and its attorneys, please visit https://www.bfalaw.com.
Akcie společnosti Six Flags po nehodě na horské dráze v Georgii, při níž zemřel jeden člověk, v pondělním obchodování po skončení hlavní obchodní seance klesly o více než 10 %.
Shares of Six Flags Entertainment plunged more than 10% in after-hours trading Monday following reports of a deadly roller coaster incident at one of its amusement parks in Georgia, marking a sharp reversal from gains during the regular session.
The stock had closed 4.5% higher during regular trading before the after-hours sell-off.
One person died and several others were injured in an incident involving the park's 200-foot-tall Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia in Cobb County shortly before 4 p.m. Monday, according to the report, citing local police.
Police did not provide additional details about the incident, the report showed.
Witnesses told a local news station they saw a man fall from the roller coaster and strike the ride several times. Riders were later seen being evacuated from the roller coaster after it stopped near the top of the ride, the report said.
Six Flags said its park staff and local authorities responded immediately to the incident, adding that it was cooperating fully with the investigation, had temporarily closed similar attractions across its parks and would not release further details out of respect for the family's privacy, according to the report.
The company's shares have fallen 22% year to date.
Six Flags spustila Flex Pay, možnost BNPL pro online nákupy od 49 USD včetně season passů. Schválení zákazníci mohou začít park navštěvovat hned a platit měsíčně.
Six Flags Entertainment NYSE: FUN has launched Flex Pay by Upgrade. This is a buy-now-pay-later (BNPL) solution that offers consumers a pay-over-time option for eligible online purchases from $49, including season passes. Approved guests can activate their season pass right away and begin visiting parks while making fixed monthly payments.
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The initiative comes after the company announced disappointing Q2 2026 earnings in August. Six Flags posted earnings per share (EPS) of 14 cents, while analysts had expected EPS of 29 cents. Revenue also came in light at $864.92 million versus the $929.31 million that was forecast.
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In addition to coming in below expectations, both numbers were also lower year over year. Six Flags' net loss more than doubled to $202.6 million from $99.6 million a year earlier. That's troubling since the company's second and third quarters are typically its best based on seasonal factors. It also raises questions about what the health of the consumer could mean for its outlook.
FUN is down 45% in the past 12 months. Now an activist investor wants the board to consider selling the company. That leaves investors weighing a slow turnaround against a possible buyout premium.
Flex Pay Arrives at a Telling TimeThe theme park operator is announcing Flex Pay during the company's softer time of year. Many of its theme parks are about to close until next spring. That means investors shouldn't read too much into the initial numbers for Flex Pay.
The timing stands out for another reason. Flex Pay went live on Sept. 7, the same day promotional pricing on 2027 season passes was set to expire. Six Flags appears to be using financing to keep pass sales moving after the discount window closed.
Investors should understand what Flex Pay is. It isn't an in-house payment plan. It's a loan from Upgrade's lending partners. Approval depends on a credit check, and the APR ranges from 0% to 36% based on the borrower.
That's a sharp contrast with the industry's biggest names. Universal and Disney NYSE: DIS both let annual passholders pay interest-free over time, though Disney restricts its plan to Florida residents. Six Flags is marketing Flex Pay as a value tool. But budget-conscious families may feel differently if they have to pay interest on their purchases.
Can Financing Fix a Demand Problem?A larger concern is why the company is failing to attract consumers. Theme parks like Six Flags tend to be somewhat defensive. First, the theme parks are drivable for most of the guests. Second, they generally offer good value.
But higher gas prices are causing some consumers to put aside trips to theme parks, which come with their own on-site costs. That's where Flex Pay could make a difference. But is it too little too late for investors?
Six Flags May Go PrivateJANA Partners is leading a group of activist investors that are pressing Six Flags to explore a sale, which could include a take-private deal. On Sept. 22, JANA pushed the board to hire an investment bank to run that process, citing frustration with second-quarter results.
JANA isn't new to this story. The fund built a roughly 9% stake alongside co-investors last fall, worth around $200 million at the time. That group included Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, who later signed on as a Six Flags brand ambassador. JANA's original demands covered marketing, park experience, technology, leadership changes, and a review of a possible sale.
The case for going private comes down to the balance sheet. Net debt stands at roughly $4.9 billion, while market capitalization is about $1.2 billion. With debt near four times equity value, a buyer's premium may look better than waiting on a multi-year turnaround.
There are reasons why investors may want to proceed with caution. The 2024 merger of Cedar Fair and Six Flags promised synergies that haven't materialized. History also offers a warning. Red Zone's 2005 takeover of Six Flags promised a brand revival and ended in bankruptcy in 2009.
Investors Aren't ThrilledFlex Pay hasn't given Six Flags stock a lift. Shares fell about 26% in the month leading up to JANA's letter. The report then sparked a 5.4% after-hours pop. However, shares are still trading at five-year lows. A troubling sign for investors is that FUN keeps trending lower, even below a descending 50-day simple moving average (SMA).
Retail investors will have to overcome short interest that sits at around 21%. However, some factors are working in favor of buyers, such as the stock's relative strength index (RSI) tipping into oversold territory and a high percentage of institutional ownership.
Analyst price targets have been moving lower since the company's disappointing Q2 earnings report in August. However, the consensus price target for FUN is $21.50, which offers about 85% upside.
The fundamentals still point to a long, expensive turnaround. But the possibility of a sale gives FUN a potential floor it didn't have a month ago. If the board hires bankers, the debate shifts from attendance to takeover value.
Investors should watch two things. First, how FUN's board formally responds to JANA. Second, whether early season pass sales hold up in the next earnings report. Until the board acts, FUN remains a turnaround story with a takeover option attached, not a takeover story.
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SummarySix Flags Entertainment Corporation is rated Buy based on operational improvements, EBITDA normalization potential, and partial land monetization rather than buyout speculation.Adjusted EBITDA reached $801 million (26% margin), with a path to mid-30% margins and targeted 4x leverage, though net debt remains elevated at ~$4.9–5.2 billion.Activist Jana Partners (9% stake) is pressuring for asset sales or a company sale but lacks sufficient control; monetizing undeveloped land (~1,500 acres) could raise $300–450 million.Valuation scenarios suggest an equity value of ~$19.50 per share at $900 million EBITDA and an 8x multiple, but leverage risk warrants cautious position sizing. aozora1/iStock via Getty Images
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Acclaimed roller coaster will debut at a Six Flags park during the 2028-2029 seasons, launching speculation among coaster fans worldwide
, /PRNewswire/ -- Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE:FUN), North America's largest regional amusement-resort operator, has acquired ArieForce One, the celebrated steel roller coaster that captured the imagination of thrill-seekers around the world and quickly earned recognition as one of the most acclaimed coaster experiences of the modern era. Six Flags will introduce the attraction at one of its parks during the 2028-2029 operating seasons.
Six Flags acquires ArieForce One, one of the most acclaimed coasters of the modern era While the coaster's future home remains under wraps, today's announcement officially launches what is expected to become one of the most closely watched and passionately debated conversations in the theme park industry: Where will ArieForce One rise again?
For three years, ArieForce One built a devoted following among roller coaster enthusiasts who traveled from across the country and around the world to experience its signature blend of speed, airtime, inversions and nonstop intensity. Named in honor of Fun Spot America founder John Arie Sr. by the family-owned company that developed the attraction, ArieForce One represented both an ambitious investment and a personal legacy for the Arie family.
When the attraction closed in August, fans openly mourned the loss of a coaster many considered one of the finest steel roller coasters ever built. Since then, the question has echoed throughout enthusiast communities, online forums and social media channels: Can one of the world's most celebrated coasters be saved?
Today, Six Flags proudly answers that question.
"From the moment ArieForce One closed, we knew how much this coaster meant to the enthusiast community and to guests who traveled from around the world to experience it," said Mark Pauls, chief operating officer of Six Flags. "This is a ride that consistently generated excitement, acclaim and passionate fan support. We are thrilled to preserve its legacy, invest in its future and bring this extraordinary attraction to a new generation of guests. This acquisition represents our commitment to delivering world-class thrills and creating unforgettable experiences across the Six Flags portfolio."
"When we built ArieForce One, we wanted to create something truly special. Something that would put Fun Spot America on the map with coaster enthusiasts and families around the world and create memories that would last a lifetime," said John Arie Jr, CEO of Fun Spot America. "Seeing ArieForce One preserved and finding a new home with Six Flags means a great deal to me and my family. Its story isn't ending, it's beginning a new chapter, and we are excited that future generations will get to experience ArieForce One.
Pauls added that while fans now know ArieForce One's future is secure, one major mystery remains.
"Part of the excitement is that the story isn't over," Pauls said. "We know fans will immediately begin theorizing about which Six Flags park is the perfect fit. The passion surrounding ArieForce One is unlike anything we've seen in recent years, and when the time comes to reveal its new home, we believe that announcement will be just as exciting as the acquisition itself."
Manufactured by Rocky Mountain Construction, ArieForce One quickly earned industry acclaim for its relentless pacing, massive airtime moments, innovative elements and unforgettable ride experience. The coaster became a bucket-list attraction for enthusiasts and a fixture on best-in-the-world rankings, making its closure one of the most discussed stories in the amusement industry. To honor that legacy, Six Flags plans to retain the classic ArieForce One name, honoring the coaster's history and preserving the identity that helped make it a fan favorite.
Now, its next chapter begins.
Since news of the closing began circulating, coaster enthusiasts have filled fan communities with theories about acquisitions and where the attraction might ultimately be installed. From parks already known for their world-class coaster collections to destinations seeking a marquee signature attraction, enthusiasts have begun making their cases for why their favorite park should become the new home of ArieForce One.
"The coaster enthusiast community has spent months wondering whether ArieForce One would be saved and where it might ultimately find a new home," said Derek Perry, president-elect of American Coaster Enthusiasts (ACE), the world's largest amusement ride enthusiast organization. "Preservation is central to ACE's mission, so enthusiasts everywhere were hopeful this remarkable coaster would have a future beyond its original park. Today's announcement answers one question and opens the door to another. The speculation about which park will receive ArieForce One is going to be enormous."
Perry added, "Its farewell brought enthusiasts together from across the globe to celebrate a ride they love, and now they'll be watching every clue and announcement as Six Flags prepares for its next chapter."
Once reassembled and enhanced at its new Six Flags destination, the attraction is expected to become one of the premier thrill experiences in North America, drawing coaster enthusiasts, vacationers and adrenaline seekers alike.
ArieForce One Ride Stats:
Manufacturer: Rocky Mountain Construction (RMC) Ride Type: Steel roller coaster Height: 154 feet (approximately 15 stories tall) First Drop: 146 feet Top Speed: 64 mph Track Length: Approximately 3,400 feet Inversions: 4 Duration: Approximately 2 minutes Signature Elements: World's largest zero-gravity stall Raven Truss Dive Outward-banked airtime hill Multiple high-intensity airtime (negative-G) moments Original location: Fun Spot America Atlanta, Fayetteville, Georgia Name origin: Honors Fun Spot America founder John Arie Sr. Opening date: March 31, 2023 Closing date: August 2, 2026 Additional details regarding the attraction's future location, construction timeline and reopening plans will be announced at a later date. Until then, the coaster community's biggest mystery remains unsolved.
Which Six Flags park will become the new home of ArieForce One?
Fans, enthusiasts and thrill-seekers around the world can begin making their predictions now.
"ArieForce One has already cemented its place among the most celebrated roller coasters of its generation," Pauls said. "Today we're thrilled to announce that its future is secure. Next, we'll reveal where its next chapter begins."
Six Flags is home to North America's largest collection of roller coasters with more than 250 across its portfolio, including some of the most iconic roller coasters in North America—like Fury 325, Top Thrill 2, Millennium Force, Leviathan, El Toro, The Beast and Tormenta.
About Six Flags Entertainment Corporation
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE: FUN) is North America's largest regional amusement-resort enterprise. The Company operates a premier portfolio of 20 amusement parks, 14 water parks, and nine resort properties across 13 U.S. states, Canada, and Mexico, as well as an amusement park in Saudi Arabia. Focused on its purpose of creating FUN, thrills, and a lifetime of memories, Six Flags provides immersive entertainment to millions of guests every year with world-class coasters, themed rides, and thrilling water parks powered by beloved intellectual property such as Looney Tunes®, DC Comics®, and PEANUTS®.
About Fun Spot America Theme Parks
Fun Spot America Theme Parks is a family-owned and operated amusement park company known for delivering family-friendly fun, world-class thrills and memorable guest experiences. Founded by John Arie Sr., Fun Spot America operates theme parks in Orlando and Kissimmee, Florida. The company developed ArieForce One at its former Atlanta location as one of the most ambitious investments in its history, creating a coaster that earned worldwide recognition among enthusiasts.
About American Coaster Enthusiasts
With more than 7,000 members worldwide, ACE is the largest and longest-running ride enthusiast organization in the world. Members of ACE have access to exclusive park benefits and opportunities plus RollerCoaster! Magazine and the opportunity to attend national, local and even international tours at parks. ACE hosts more than 100 in-person and digital events around the world annually and has been prominently featured on various news programs and cable networks.
Editor's Notes: Media Kit available here: Six Flags Acquires ArieForce One. Please credit "Courtesy of American Coaster Enthusiasts" when assets are in use.
Jana Partners a Travis Kelce tlačili na změny v Six Flags, ale akcie jsou od oznámení podílu 21. října 2025 níže o 30,3 %. Firma mezitím prodala sedm nemovitostí za 331 milionů USD.
Jana Partners teamed up with NFL superstar Travis Kelce and other investors to take a stake in theme park operator Six Flags Entertainment Corp (NYSE:FUN). That stake is worth significantly less than it was when the news broke, leaving investors to wonder whether this will be a fumble rather than a successful activist battle.
Jana’s Six Flags StakeJana took an initial stake in Six Flags Entertainment of 4,049,940 shares in the third quarter of 2025. That stake was worth an estimated $117.6 million at the end of the third quarter 2025, out of a total of $200 million invested in the company by the announced group.
Jana, an activist investor, and its partners have pushed for changes at the company.
Six Flags stock had fallen significantly since the merger of the theme park company with its peer, Cedar Fair, in 2024.
Jana and others acquired an estimated 9% stake in the company to push for changes with the board of directors, to push the chairman to leave the company, change financial guidance, and consider a sale of the company or individual assets.
Six Flags separately named Kelce a brand ambassador in March, a 2026 partnership covering social content and the use of his name, image and likeness in broadcast, streaming and in-park marketing.
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Success or Failure?The success or failure of the stake in Six Flags is still too early to tell, as it has been just around a year since the investment stake was announced on Oct. 21, 2025.
Jana was able to get the Six Flags chairman replaced in March 2026. The hedge fund also announced it would apply full pressure on the company to consider a sale. The company has not been sold, but Six Flags sold seven properties for $331 million in March 2026.
Six months later, there are no bidders for Six Flags, and the stock has fallen to near five-year lows, previously set in November 2025.
A look at the one-year chart shows an uptick after the investment stake was announced, followed by a decline to multi-year lows. The stock then traded higher throughout the summer months of 2026, only to fall in recent months.
Six Flags reported second-quarter results last month and missed analyst estimates on both revenue and earnings per share. Attendance fell 7% to 13.1 million visits, though the decline reflected the divestiture of seven non-core parks, one park closure and fewer operating days. On a same-park basis, attendance rose 4%.
The company’s third quarter results, which will include the months of July, August and September, could be key in showing if attendance has improved and if financials are also improving after the asset sales and activist investor push.
Ultimately, Jana Partners will be judged on how the stock has performed, and so far, that is a major miss. Six Flags stock is down 30.3% from the opening price on Oct. 21, 2025, before the stake was announced.
Jana’s stake in Six Flags (4,116,099 shares) was valued at $87.7 million at the end of the second quarter, down from the $117.6 million initial value reported in the third quarter 2025, and that’s even after the company added to its initial stake.
Generální ředitel Six Flags John T. Reilly koupil 15 713 akcií za 15,80 USD za akcii v rámci předem připraveného plánu 10b5-1. Po transakci drží 297 736 akcií.
John T. Reilly, President and Chief Executive Officer of Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (FUN +3.33%), purchased 15,713 shares of common stock at $15.80 per share on August 12, 2026 per a recent SEC Form 4 filing.
Transaction summaryMetricValueTransaction value~$248,265Shares purchased15,713Post-transaction shares (directly held)297,736Post-transaction value$4.89 millionTransaction value based on SEC Form 4 weighted average purchase price ($15.80); post-transaction value based on August 12, 2026 market close ($16.44).
Key questionsWhat was the primary driver of this equity acquisition?
The purchase was executed under a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan that John Reilly established on May 12, 2026, indicating the trade was scheduled in advance to meet personal portfolio management objectives.How does this transaction affect the CEO’s total equity stake?
By acquiring 15,713 shares, Reilly increased his direct holdings by 6%, bringing his total direct position to 297,736 shares of common stock.What is the current market valuation and concentration of the insider position?
The CEO’s direct holdings are valued at $4.89 million based on the August 12, 2026 market close, representing approximately 0.29% of the company's total market capitalization.What is the recent performance context for the stock?
The transaction was completed at a time when shares were priced at $15.80, following a one-year return of -36% as of the August 12, 2026 transaction date.Company OverviewMetricValueShare Price (as of market close 2026-08-11)$15.91Market Capitalization$1.6 billionRevenue (TTM)$2.7 billionNet Income (TTM)-$1.8 billionCompany SnapshotSix Flags Entertainment operates a diversified portfolio of amusement parks, water parks, and themed leisure destinations across North America, generating revenue through admission fees, food and beverage sales, merchandise, and ancillary services.The company's business model centers on delivering experiential entertainment to families and leisure consumers through iconic branded attractions featuring roller coasters, shows, and seasonal events that drive repeat visitation and season pass subscriptions.Six Flags serves a broad consumer base including families, thrill-seekers, and tourists across 17 U.S. states plus Canada and Mexico, with particular strength in metropolitan markets where population density supports high-traffic destination properties.Six Flags Entertainment stands as a prominent operator of amusement and resort properties across North America, maintaining an extensive network of 17 domestic locations supplemented by international operations. The company leverages its established brand portfolio and operational scale to deliver memorable experiences while managing capital-intensive theme park infrastructure.
Despite current profitability challenges reflected in its net losses, the company's substantial revenue base of $2.7 billion over the trailing 12 months demonstrates the enduring appeal of experiential leisure consumption across its geographic footprint.
What this transaction means for investorsThe August 12 acquisition of Six Flags shares by CEO John Reilly indicates he has a bullish outlook towards the stock, so much so that he scheduled the transaction in advance through a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. The purchase at $15.80 per share suggests this level presents a buy opportunity.
Six Flags stock fell after the company announced earnings for its fiscal second quarter ended June 28. Revenue dropped 7% year over year to $864.9 million due to the closure and sale of some of its amusement parks. Excluding these parks from the sales numbers results in a year-over-year increase to $864.5 million compared to $844.2 million in 2025.
While the comparable park sales growth is encouraging, the same can’t be said for the bottom line. Excluding the closed and sold parks, fiscal Q2’s net loss totaled $194.4 million compared to the prior year’s loss of $86.6 million. The widening net loss coupled with total debt of $5 billion was enough to drive shares down.
Robert Izquierdo has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool recommends Six Flags Entertainment. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.
Six Flags ve 2. čtvrtletí zvýšily srovnatelné tržby o více než 2 % na zhruba 864 milionů USD a adjusted EBITDA o 7 % na 249 milionů USD. Návštěvnost vzrostla o 4 %.
Cheap Thrills: Why These 3 Entertainment Stocks Are SoaringSix Flags Entertainment NYSE: FUN reported higher same-park attendance, revenue and adjusted EBITDA in the second quarter of 2026, as the amusement park operator cited growth in season-pass visitation, improved operating discipline and progress at previously underperforming parks.
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On a same-park basis, which reflects the parks operated throughout the full second quarter of 2026, attendance rose 4% despite 44 fewer operating days than a year earlier. Net revenue increased more than 2%, while adjusted EBITDA climbed 7%. The company’s active pass base expanded 6% entering the peak summer season.
A New Leader at Six Flags: Is the Roller Coaster Over? Chief Executive Officer John Reilly said the company has made progress on strategic priorities established earlier in the year, including greater park-level accountability, more targeted marketing, ride-uptime improvements and disciplined capital allocation.
“In the second quarter, stronger local leadership, clearer accountability, focused resources, and improved commercial execution produced higher adjusted EBITDA and better margins” at underperforming parks, Reilly said.
Second-Quarter Financial Performance MarketBeat Week in Review – 10/27 - 10/31Chief Financial Officer Ash Walia said same-park net revenue increased 2% to approximately $864 million. Attendance increased by roughly 449,000 visits, or 4%, driven primarily by season-pass visitation and commercial initiatives.
Per-capita spending declined by less than 1%, which Walia attributed to a greater share of visits from season-pass and membership holders rather than weaker pricing. He said like-for-like pricing increased across admissions products and guest spending remained healthy in food and beverage, extra-charge attractions and other in-park experiences.
Same-park adjusted EBITDA increased approximately 7% to $249 million. Walia said the company maintained cost discipline despite a largely fixed or semi-fixed expense structure that includes labor, maintenance, utilities, insurance and overhead.
Excluding the seven parks sold in its portfolio transaction and one park closed after the 2025 season, Six Flags said first-half adjusted EBITDA rose about 63%, or $56 million. Trailing 12-month adjusted EBITDA totaled $801 million, compared with $745 million for full-year 2025.
The company ended the quarter with approximately $135 million in cash, total liquidity of about $837 million and net debt of approximately $4.9 billion. Walia said deferred revenue increased on a current-operating-portfolio basis, reflecting membership growth and advance sales.
Passes, Memberships and Guest Spending Reilly said season-pass sales increased during the quarter, membership participation expanded and demand for higher-tier products remained strong. Both single-day tickets and combined season-pass and membership products produced higher average prices, according to the company.
Six Flags expanded its membership offering to six additional parks in June. Cross-park visitation also grew as guests used multi-park products to visit more locations. Reilly said passholders visit about four times per year on average, creating repeat opportunities for food, beverages, merchandise, parking, games and premium experiences.
The company plans to launch its 2027 passes on Aug. 7 with a best-price guarantee, enhanced benefits and flexible dining-plan options. Reilly said early results at parks where new dining products were tested showed double-digit growth in attachment rates, though he described those returns as early.
Management also highlighted potential to build in-park revenue through Fast Lane queue products, refreshed beverage concepts and improved Halloween-event upsells. Six Flags plans to add food-and-beverage events across its portfolio next year, pointing to Knott’s Berry Farm’s Boysenberry Festival as an internal example of an event that drives visitation, per-capita spending and pass renewals.
Second-Half Outlook and Seasonal Events Six Flags expects adjusted EBITDA to grow year over year in the second half of 2026, including both the third and fourth quarters, although Reilly said the opportunity for growth is greater in the fourth quarter.
The company cited two early third-quarter headwinds: the July 4 holiday falling on a Saturday rather than a Friday in the prior year, and wildfire-related air-quality disruptions that affected parks from the Great Lakes region through Virginia and caused some closures. Still, Reilly said the company recorded its highest summer attendance day in five years on a same-park combined basis on a July day unaffected by those disruptions.
Six Flags plans 2,133 operating days in the third quarter, 66 more than a year earlier, primarily due to the timing of Labor Day and an additional week of summer operations at several Northern and Midwestern parks. Management said it expects modest growth in cash costs during the balance of the year.
Fourth-quarter demand drivers are expected to include the company’s Halloween programming, which management said will feature 448 Halloween-themed experiences, 107 haunted mazes and 11 new horror-franchise attractions. Six Flags also plans to restore Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Over Georgia and Six Flags Great Adventure, where the event was not offered in 2025.
Capital Plans, Portfolio and Leverage The company is investing in new and refreshed attractions, including Tormenta Rampaging Run at Six Flags Over Texas, Phantom Theater at Kings Island, Looney Tunes Land at Magic Mountain and Shoreline Pier at Six Flags Great Adventure. Its 2027 attraction pipeline includes projects at Great Adventure, Fiesta Texas, Carowinds and Six Flags Over Georgia, as well as Camp Timber Trail at Six Flags Great America in Chicago.
Reilly said Six Flags expects capital expenditures to be in a range of $400 million to $425 million over time and remains focused on reducing net leverage toward a long-term target of about four times EBITDA. He said the company has liquidity to manage upcoming Georgia-related payments.
The company does not expect additional changes to its park portfolio this year. Reilly said management will continue to evaluate opportunities to create shareholder value, but said there are no current plans for further divestitures. He reiterated that proceeds from asset sales would be used to repay debt.
Six Flags has a signed purchase agreement for land at the former park site in Bowie, Maryland, though Reilly said a closing could occur in late 2027 or early 2028 as the buyer completes due diligence. The company is also evaluating bids and interest for excess land in Richmond, Virginia.
About Six Flags Entertainment (NYSE:FUN)Six Flags Entertainment Corporation is a publicly traded regional theme park operator based in Arlington, Texas. The company develops, owns and operates amusement and water parks, offering a diverse portfolio of thrill rides, family attractions, live entertainment, food and beverage offerings, and retail merchandise. Its main revenue streams include single-day tickets, season passes, on-site accommodations, in-park retail sales, and food and beverage services.
Founded in 1961 by Angus G.
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Six Flags spustila prodej Season Passů na rok 2027 za nejnižší cenu této sezóny i příští, s neomezenými návštěvami až do roku 2027. Akce platí do 7. září 2026.
Limited-time offer delivers MVP-level deal with unlimited visits, free parking, regional access to new attractions and exclusive benefits now through 2027
, /PRNewswire/ -- Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE: FUN), North America's largest regional amusement park operator, today launched sales of its 2027 Season Passes at the lowest price guests will see this season or next. To mark the occasion, Six Flags teamed up with brand ambassador Travis Kelce to celebrate the biggest pass offer of the year on a date with special significance: 8/7, the iconic number Kelce has worn throughout his legendary career.
Six Flags launches its 2027 Season Passes at the lowest price of this season and next! Guests can purchase a 2027 Gold Pass or Prestige Pass at the lowest price of the season and enjoy access for the remainder of 2026, including Halloween and holiday events, plus all of 2027. The limited-time offer runs through Sept. 7.
"The Six Flags Season Pass has so much to offer. Unlimited visits would have blown my mind as a kid, and right before Halloween and the holidays when you know the parks go crazy. You get more access this year and everything that's coming in 2027," Kelce said. The launch continues Six Flags' partnership with Kelce, whose larger-than-life personality, competitive spirit and passion for nostalgia align with the company's mission to create those memorable experiences for everyone
Make the big play
The 2027 Gold Pass offers guests exceptional value, including:
Lowest 2027 pass price of this season and next Unlimited visits through the remainder of 2026 and all of 2027 Free general parking (some restrictions apply) Admission to parks throughout a designated region: East, West, Midwest or Texas Access to fall haunt events and seasonal holiday celebrations Discounts on select food, merchandise and tickets One bonus Bring-A-Friend Free ticket for renewing season passholders and new members who purchase by Sept. 7 Guests seeking the ultimate VIP experience can upgrade to a Prestige Pass, which includes:
Access to all Six Flags parks across North America Preferred parking at many parks Complimentary fountain beverages VIP entrance access at participating parks Free Bring-A-Friend tickets One free single-use Fast Lane per visit A $20 in-park credit for new Prestige members and Prestige passholders who renew by Sept. 7 Memberships also available for guests looking for maximum flexibility
For guests who prefer a month-to-month option, Six Flags also launches 2027 Memberships, offering many of the same great benefits as Season Passes with the added convenience of recurring monthly payments. Memberships provide unlimited visits, access to multiple parks based on membership level, parking benefits, discounts on food and merchandise, exclusive member rewards and special offers throughout the year. Premium membership tiers unlock additional perks, including expanded park access, VIP benefits and enhanced in-park savings, giving guests more ways to customize their Six Flags experience while enjoying year-round thrills and value.
A pass packed with record-breaking reasons to visit
The 2027 Season Pass arrives as Six Flags prepares to debut one of its most ambitious attraction lineups ever.
In the East region, Six Flags Great Adventure will unveil Bakunawa, the world's tallest and fastest spinning coaster. Inspired by the legendary moon-eating serpent of Philippine mythology, the attraction will soar 382 feet, reach 100 mph and break six world records. Bakunawa anchors the newly renovated Boardwalk section which celebrates the iconic culture of the Jersey Shore. Carowinds will introduce Rip Roarin' Falls, a groundbreaking super-flume experience featuring the world's tallest water ride drop at 100 feet, along with multiple world-record-breaking elements. In the Texas region, Six Flags Fiesta Texas will debut Werewolf Gorge, the world's longest family launch coaster, blending immersive storytelling, family thrills and a mysterious legend lurking within a rugged quarry landscape. In the Midwest region, Six Flags Great America will open Camp Timber Trail, an expansive family adventure area anchored by Sky Hawk, the Midwest's longest, tallest and fastest suspended family coaster. In the West region, Knott's Soak City will introduce Coral Craze and Kelp Kraze, innovative new family raft slides featuring ride systems making their West Coast and North American debuts. And according to Six Flags, even more major announcements are still to come.
More reasons to visit right away
Guests who purchase a 2027 Season Pass can begin enjoying major additions already open in 2026, including:
Quantum Accelerator at Six Flags New England Tormenta: Rampaging Run at Six Flags Over Texas Shoreline Pier at Six Flags Great Adventure Daredeviler at Canada's Wonderland Speedway Stunt Coaster at Six Flags Mexico Looney Tunes™ Land at Six Flags Magic Mountain Phantom Theater at Kings Island A major summer entertainment lineup at Kings Dominion The fun doesn't stop when summer ends. Six Flags will soon unveil its 2026 Halloween lineup, featuring new blockbuster horror franchise experiences, all-new entertainment and other can't-miss seasonal offerings. Then, as winter arrives, guests can celebrate the wonder of the holidays with dazzling lights, festive entertainment and family fun at parks from coast to coast, plus the triumphant return of a newly reimagined Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Great Adventure and Six Flags Over Georgia.
"More time at the parks now means more awesome memories later," Kelce said. "More rides. More laughs. More reasons to get your crew together. That's exactly what a Six Flags Season Pass delivers."
With dozens of parks, hundreds of attractions, seasonal festivals and major new investments arriving across North America, the 2027 Season Pass offers guests the most affordable way to experience everything Six Flags has to offer.
Guests must purchase by Sept. 7, 2026, to receive promotional offers and launch pricing. For more information, park-specific offerings and restrictions, visit www.sixflags.com
About Six Flags Entertainment Corporation
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE: FUN) is North America's largest regional amusement-resort operator, with 21 amusement parks, 14 water parks and nine resort properties across 13 states in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. The Company also manages an amusement park in Saudi Arabia. Focused on its purpose of making people happy, Six Flags provides fun, immersive and memorable experiences to millions of guests every year with world-class coasters, themed rides, thrilling water parks, resorts and a portfolio of beloved intellectual property such as Looney Tunes®, DC Comics® and PEANUTS®.
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To download images and video for your stories, please click here: 2027 Season Pass Media Kit. This link is for media only and should not be provided to the general public. When assets are in use, please credit, "Courtesy of Six Flags." Pass sales will launch across all Six Flags websites throughout 8/7/26. SOURCE Six Flags Entertainment Corporation
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation vykázala ve čtvrtletí tržby 864,92 mil. USD, meziročně o 7 % méně, a EPS 0,14 USD oproti očekávaným 0,29 USD. Návštěvnost činila 13,13 milionu.
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (FUN - Free Report) reported $864.92 million in revenue for the quarter ended June 2026, representing a year-over-year decline of 7%. EPS of $0.14 for the same period compares to $0.26 a year ago.
The reported revenue compares to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $954.89 million, representing a surprise of -9.42%. The company delivered an EPS surprise of -51.72%, with the consensus EPS estimate being $0.29.
While investors scrutinize revenue and earnings changes year-over-year and how they compare with Wall Street expectations to determine their next move, some key metrics always offer a more accurate picture of a company's financial health.
As these metrics influence top- and bottom-line performance, comparing them to the year-ago numbers and what analysts estimated helps investors project a stock's price performance more accurately.
Here is how Six Flags Entertainment Corporation performed in the just reported quarter in terms of the metrics most widely monitored and projected by Wall Street analysts:
Attendance: 13.13 million versus the two-analyst average estimate of 14.58 million.Net revenues- Admissions: $441.26 million compared to the $499.57 million average estimate based on three analysts. The reported number represents a change of -9.1% year over year.Net revenues- Accommodations, extra-charge products and other: $120.47 million versus $126.48 million estimated by three analysts on average. Compared to the year-ago quarter, this number represents a -1.1% change.Net revenues- Food, merchandise and games: $303.19 million compared to the $346.38 million average estimate based on three analysts. The reported number represents a change of -6.2% year over year.View all Key Company Metrics for Six Flags Entertainment Corporation here>>>
Shares of Six Flags Entertainment Corporation have returned +0.5% over the past month versus the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +3.3% change. The stock currently has a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), indicating that it could outperform the broader market in the near term.
