AMC ENTERTAINMENT HOLDINGS INC
For the period ended Mar 31, 2025. Filed May 7, 2025.
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Mar 31, 2025 · Filed May 7, 2025
What changed in Risk Factors?
Read the current filingPrevious report: 10-Q
Period ended 2024-09-30; filed 2024-11-06.
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Item 1A. Risk FactorsCurrent report: 10-Q
Period ended 2025-03-31; filed 2025-05-07.
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Item 1A. Risk FactorsThe baseline is this issuer’s latest earlier reporting period of the same form that was filed before the current report. A previous 10-Q is a different quarter, not a year-over-year comparison. Amendments are excluded.
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A changed paragraph is not evidence that risk increased or decreased. An unchanged paragraph does not establish that risk stayed the same.
Added paragraphs (9)
Current report
On July 22, 2024, the Company and certain of its subsidiaries consummated a series of refinancing transactions (the “Refinancing Transactions”) with certain lenders under the Company’s existing senior secured term loans maturing 2026 (the “Existing Term Loans”) and certain holders of its 10%/12% Cash/PIK Toggle Second Lien Subordinated Notes due 2026 (the “Second Lien Notes”). As a part of the Refinancing Transactions, and certain subsequent open-market purchases of Existing Term Loans, the Company repurchased and/or exchanged all of its Existing Term Loans for new terms loans maturing in 2029 (the “New Term Loans”) and repurchased $414.4 million of its Second Lien Notes. In connection with the Refinancing Transactions, Muvico, LLC, a newly formed wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company, issued $414.4 million aggregate principal amount of Exchangeable Notes that are exchangeable into shares of Common Stock.
Current report
If the outstanding Exchangeable Notes were converted fully into shares of our Common Stock as of the date hereof, they would be converted into an aggregate of 85,242,067 shares of Common Stock. If the outstanding Exchangeable Notes were converted fully into shares of our Common Stock at maturity, and we were to elect to issue additional Exchangeable Notes as interest paid-in-kind (“PIK Notes”) on such outstanding Exchangeable Notes and PIK Notes to the full extent permitted during the life of the Exchangeable Notes (without regard to any limitations on our authorized share capital or on the conversion therein and giving effect to the changes in the applicable make-whole fee over the period), such Exchangeable Notes (including PIK Notes) would be convertible at maturity into an aggregate of 115,158,375 shares of Common Stock. In addition, the indenture governing the Exchangeable Notes permits the issuance of up to an additional $50.0 million principal amount of Exchangeable Notes. If such Exchangeable Notes were issued (subject to any then limitations on authorized shares), these Exchangeable Notes and any PIK Notes relating thereto would also be convertible into additional shares of our Common Stock.
Current report
We have approximately 2,053,153 authorized shares of Common Stock remaining that have not been issued or reserved for issuance in connection with our employee stock-based compensation plans or upon conversion of our outstanding Exchangeable Notes (including PIK Notes that were issued on the first interest payment date thereon and anticipated PIK Note issuances through December 15, 2025). As a result, we may in the future seek to obtain the requisite stockholder approval for the authorization of an additional number of authorized and unissued and unreserved shares of Common Stock, which may be used for at-the-market sales, exchanges of notes, private placement transactions, equity grant vesting and other dilutive issuances. Subject to any required stockholder authorization of additional Common Stock, we would expect to issue additional shares of Common Stock to raise cash to bolster our liquidity, to repay, refinance, redeem or exchange indebtedness (including expenses, accrued interest and premium, if any), for working capital, to
Current report
If we were to seek but not obtain the requisite stockholder approval to increase our authorized shares, this could create substantial risks, which could have an adverse effect on the market price of our Common Stock, including that:
Current report
Our business depends on motion picture production and performance and is subject to intense competition, including increases in alternative film delivery methods or other forms of entertainment.
Current report
Our ability to operate successfully depends upon the availability, diversity and appeal of motion pictures, our ability to license motion pictures and the performance of such motion pictures in our markets. The most attended films are usually released during the summer and the calendar year-end holidays, making our business seasonal. We primarily license first-run motion pictures, the success of which has increasingly depended on the marketing efforts of the major motion picture studios and the duration of the exclusive theatrical release windows. Poor performance of, or any disruption in the production of these motion pictures (including by reason of a strike or lack of adequate financing), a reduction in, or suspension of, the marketing efforts of the major motion picture studios, the choice by distributors to release fewer feature-length movies theatrically, the choice of distributors to release fewer feature-length films as a result of the additional financial burden imposed by tariffs, or the choice to release feature-length movies directly to video streaming or PVOD platforms, either in lieu of or on the same date as a theatrical release, could hurt our business and results of operations. Conversely, the successful performance of these motion pictures, particularly the sustained success of any one motion picture, or an increase in effective marketing efforts of the major motion picture studios and extension of the exclusive theatrical release windows, may generate positive results for our business and operations in a specific fiscal quarter or year that may not necessarily be indicative of, or comparable to, future results of operations. As movie studios rely on a smaller number of higher grossing “tent pole” films there may be increased pressure for higher film licensing fees. Our loyalty program and certain promotional pricing also may affect performance and increase the cost to license motion pictures relative to revenue for admission. In addition, a change in the type and breadth of movies offered by motion picture studios and the theatrical exclusive release window may adversely affect the demographic base of movie-goers.
Current report
Motion picture production is highly dependent on labor that is subject to various collective bargaining agreements. Studios are party to collective bargaining agreements with a number of labor unions, and failure to reach timely agreements or renewals of existing agreements, may further affect the production and supply of theatrical motion picture content. Use of artificial intelligence (“AI”) technology in the filmmaking process has been a significant issue in recent negotiations between the film studios that supply the movies we exhibit and the various labor unions involved in the filmmaking process, including the writers and screen actors guilds. If studios and labor unions are unable to agree on the parameters of AI technology utilization in the filmmaking process, it could negatively impact the supply of movies available for exhibition in our theatres. Additionally, audience acceptance of movies made utilizing AI technology is not known.
Current report
Our theatres are subject to varying degrees of competition in the geographic areas in which we operate. Competitors may be multi-national circuits, national circuits, regional circuits or smaller independent exhibitors. Competition among theatre exhibition companies is often intense with respect to attracting patrons, terms for licensing of motion pictures and availability and securing and maintaining desirable locations.
Current report
We also compete with other film and content delivery methods, including video streaming, network, syndicated cable and satellite television, as well as video-on-demand, pay-per-view services, subscription streaming services, and social media platforms. We also compete for the public’s leisure time and disposable income with other forms of entertainment, including sporting events, video gaming, social media, amusement parks, live music concerts, live theatre, and restaurants. In addition, new technology, including generative AI, is evolving rapidly and our ability to compete could be adversely affected if our competitors gain an advantage by using such technologies. An increase in the popularity of these alternative film delivery methods and other forms of entertainment could reduce attendance at our theatres, limit the prices we can charge for admission and materially adversely affect our business and results of operations.
Removed paragraphs (2)
Previous report
If the Exchangeable Notes and the Additional Exchangeable Notes are converted fully into shares of our Common Stock, they will be converted into an aggregate of up to 92,584,105 shares of Common Stock, which represents the maximum number of shares of Common Stock issuable upon conversion of the Exchangeable Notes, including a make-whole fee, determined as if the Additional Notes had been purchased by the holders of the Exchangeable Notes, and the outstanding Exchangeable Notes were converted in full as of the trading day immediately preceding the date of this report, without regard to any limitations on the conversion therein.
Previous report
If the Exchangeable Notes and Additional Exchangeable Notes are converted fully into shares of our Common Stock prior to maturity, without regard to any limitations on the conversion therein, the maximum number of the Additional Exchangeable Notes are issued, and Muvico elects to pay interest by issuing PIK Notes during the life of the Exchangeable Notes, they will be converted into an aggregate of up to 129,051,873 shares of Common Stock representing the maximum number of shares of Common Stock issuable upon conversion therein.
Reworded paragraphs (8)
Previous wording
Reference is made to Part I Item 1A. Risk Factors in our Annual Report on Form 10–K for the year ended December 31, 2023, which sets forth information relating to important risks and uncertainties that could materially adversely affect our business, financial condition or operating results. Except as set forth below, there have been no material changes to the risk factors contained in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023 and Part II Item 1A. in our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2024.
Current wording
Reference is made to Part I Item 1A. Risk Factors in our Annual Report on Form 10–K for the year ended December 31, 2024, which sets forth information relating to important risks and uncertainties that could materially adversely affect our business, financial condition or operating results. Except as set forth below, there have been no material changes to the risk factors contained in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024.
Previous wording
There has been significant recent dilution and there may continue to be significant additional future dilution of our Common Stock, which could adversely affect the market price of shares of our Common Stock.
Current wording
There has been significant recent dilution and there may continue to be additional future dilution of our Common Stock, which could adversely affect the market price of shares of our Common Stock.
Previous wording
From January 1, 2020 through November 5, 2024, the outstanding shares of our Common Stock have increased by 370,471,691 shares (on a Reverse Stock Split adjusted basis) in a combination of at-the-market sales, conversion of Series A Convertible Participating Preferred Stock, shareholder litigation settlement, conversion of Class B common stock, conversion of notes, exchanges of notes, transaction fee payments, and equity grant vesting. On March 14, 2023, the Company held the Special Meeting and obtained the requisite stockholder approval for the Charter Amendments (as defined in the annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023) and on August 14, 2023 we filed the amendment to our Certificate of Incorporation implementing the Charter Amendments effective as of August 24, 2023. In accordance with the Charter Amendments, we increased the total number of authorized shares of Common Stock from 524,173,073 to 550,000,000 shares of Common Stock and effectuated a reverse stock split at a ratio of one share of Common Stock for every ten shares of Common Stock outstanding. In accordance with the terms of the Certificate of Designations governing the Series A Convertible Participating Preferred Stock, following the effectiveness of the Charter Amendments all outstanding shares of our Series A Convertible Participating Preferred Stock converted into 99,540,642 shares of Common Stock. On July 22, 2024, as part of the Refinancing Transactions, Muvico issued the Exchangeable Notes and the Additional Exchangeable Notes that are exchangeable into our Common Stock pursuant to the indenture governing the Exchangeable Notes.
Current wording
From January 1, 2020 through May 6, 2025, the outstanding shares of our Common Stock have increased by 427,935,553 shares (on a Reverse Stock Split adjusted basis) in a combination of at-the-market sales, forward sales, conversion of Series A Convertible Participating Preferred Stock, shareholder litigation settlement, conversion of Class B common stock, conversion of notes, exchanges of notes, transaction fee payments, and equity grant vesting. On March 14, 2023, the Company held a special meeting of our stockholders and obtained the requisite stockholder approval for the Charter Amendments (as defined herein) and on August 14, 2023, we filed the amendment to our Certificate of Incorporation implementing the Charter Amendments effective as of August 24, 2023. In accordance with the Charter Amendments, we increased the total number of authorized shares of Common Stock from 524,173,073 to 550,000,000 shares of Common Stock and effectuated a reverse stock split at a ratio of one share of Common Stock for every ten shares of Common Stock outstanding (the “Reverse Stock Split”). In accordance with the terms of the Certificate of Designations governing the Series A Convertible Participating Preferred Stock, following the effectiveness of the Charter Amendments all outstanding shares of our Series A Convertible Participating Preferred Stock converted into 99,540,642 shares of Common Stock.
Previous wording
As of November 5, 2024, there were 375,679,699 shares of Common Stock issued and outstanding. We expect to issue additional shares of Common Stock to raise cash to bolster our liquidity, to repay, refinance, redeem or refinance indebtedness (including expenses, accrued interest and premium, if any), for working capital, to finance strategic initiatives and future acquisitions, to settle conversion of the Exchangeable Notes, including any PIK Notes and Additional Exchangeable Notes, or for other purposes. We may also issue preferred equity securities or securities convertible into, or exchangeable for, or that represent the right to receive, shares of Common Stock or acquire interests in other companies, or other assets by using a combination of cash and shares of Common Stock, or just shares of Common Stock. The holders of the Exchangeable Notes may from time to time convert the Exchangeable Notes and Additional Exchangeable Notes into shares of our Common Stock, and Muvico may elect to pay interest-in-kind by issuing PIK
Current wording
As of May 6, 2025 there were 433,143,561 shares of Common Stock issued and outstanding.
Previous wording
Notes. Additionally, vesting of outstanding awards pursuant to our current and legacy equity compensation programs results in the issuance of new shares of Common Stock, net of any shares withheld to cover tax withholding obligations upon vesting. Any of these events may significantly dilute the ownership interests of current stockholders, reduce our earnings per share or have an adverse effect on the price of our shares of Common Stock.
Current wording
finance strategic initiatives and future acquisitions, to settle conversion of the Exchangeable Notes, including any PIK Notes, or for other purposes. We may also issue preferred equity securities or securities convertible into, or exchangeable for, or that represent the right to receive, shares of Common Stock or acquire interests in other companies, or other assets by using a combination of cash and shares of Common Stock, or just shares of Common Stock. Additionally, vesting of outstanding awards pursuant to our current and legacy equity compensation programs results in the issuance of new shares of Common Stock, net of any shares withheld to cover tax withholding obligations upon vesting. Any of these events may significantly dilute the ownership interests of current stockholders, reduce our earnings per share or have an adverse effect on the price of our shares of Common Stock.
Previous wording
The market prices and trading volume of our shares of Common Stock have experienced, and may continue to experience, extreme volatility, which could cause purchasers of our Common Stock to incur substantial losses. For example, during 2023 and 2024 to date, as adjusted for the Reverse Stock Split, the market price of our Common Stock has fluctuated from an intra-day low on the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) of $2.38 per share on April 16, 2024 to an intra-day high on the NYSE of $85.30 on February 28, 2023. The last reported sale price of our Common Stock on the NYSE on November 5, 2024, was $4.39 per share. During 2023 and 2024 to date, daily trading volume ranged from approximately 771,720 to 634,246,600 shares.
Current wording
The market prices and trading volume of our shares of Common Stock have experienced, and may continue to experience, extreme volatility, which could cause purchasers of our Common Stock to incur substantial losses. For example, during 2024 and 2025 to date, the market price of our Common Stock has fluctuated from an intra-day low on the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) of $2.38 per share on April 16, 2024 to an intra-day high on the NYSE of $11.88 on May 14, 2024. The last reported sale price of our Common Stock on the NYSE on May 6, 2025, was $2.68 per share. During 2024 and 2025 to date, daily trading volume ranged from approximately 3,755,000 to 634,246,600 shares.
Previous wording
We believe that volatility and market prices of our shares may reflect market and trading dynamics unrelated to our underlying business, or macro or industry fundamentals, and we do not know how long these dynamics will last.
Current wording
We believe that the volatility and our market prices have reflected and may continue to reflect market and trading dynamics unrelated to our underlying business, or macro or industry fundamentals, and we do not know how long these dynamics will last.
Previous wording
Future increases or decreases in the market of our Common Stock may not coincide in timing with the disclosure of news or developments by or affecting us. Accordingly, the market price of our shares of Common Stock may fluctuate dramatically, and may decline rapidly, regardless of any developments in our business. Overall, there are various factors, many of which are beyond our control, that could negatively affect the market price of our Common Stock or result in fluctuations in the price or trading volume of our Common Stock, including:
Current wording
Future increases or decreases in the market price of our Common Stock may not coincide in timing with the disclosure of news or developments by or affecting us. Accordingly, the market price of our shares of Common Stock may fluctuate dramatically, and may decline rapidly, regardless of any developments in our business. Overall, there are various factors, many of which are beyond our control, that could negatively affect the market price of our Common Stock or result in fluctuations in the price or trading volume of our Common Stock, including: