The company's seven world-class brands offer exhilarating thrill and family-friendly rides, coasters, and experiences, along with up-close and educational presentations with wildlife and special events throughout the year. Management has highlighted strong balance sheet positioning and significant free cash flow generation capability, supported by a $500 million share repurchase authorization approved in September 2025.
Cyborg Score Rationale
Q1 2026 showed mixed signals with total revenue declining $8.7 million year-over-year to $278.3 million and adjusted EBITDA falling $9.5 million to $58.0 million, though analyst sentiment is mixed with upgrades and downgrades offsetting each other. Analyst consensus is "Buy" with a 12-month price target of $43.70, implying 10.58% upside.
Top Insights
Q1 2026 attendance declined 171,000 guests to 3.2 million, driving a revenue decrease of $8.7 million to $278.3 million (May 2026)
Management cited unfavorable weather and weaker international visitation as headwinds on attendance and results (May 2026)
SeaWorld parks debuted new drone shows, nighttime animal shows and new attractions in May 2026
$500 million share repurchase authorization approved (September 2025) reflecting management confidence in valuation and strong cash generation
Named Competitors
Disney Parks — Premium theme parks and entertainment experiences
Universal Parks & Resorts — Major theme park operator with IP-based attractions
Palace Entertainment — Regional theme park and entertainment operator
Recent Developments
(May 2026) Q1 2026 earnings showed revenue of $278.3 million and adjusted EBITDA of $58.0 million, declining year-over-year due to unfavorable weather and weaker international visitation
(May 2026) SeaWorld parks across the country debuted new drone shows, nighttime animal shows and additional attractions
(September 2025) Stockholders approved $500 million share repurchase authorization
(October 2024) James Mikolaichik appointed as Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer
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