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United Parks & Resorts (PRKS) earnings and revenue breakdown
Latest: Q3 2026 · 10-Q filed Nov 6, 2026 · United Parks & Resorts (PRKS) Q3 2026 earnings results →
Q3 2026 Revenue down 1% year over year to $506M · 16¢ of every $1 of revenue kept as net profit · operating margin 27.8%
United Parks & Resorts made $506M in Q3 2026 (-1% Y/Y): Admission $265M, Food Merchandise and Other Revenue $242M. Operating margin 27.8%, net earnings $80.0M. See where every dollar goes — costs, profit and cash — as a Sankey from the 10-Q filed Nov 6, 2026.
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What changed this quarter
Revenue was $506.5M in Q3 2026, down 1% year over year and up 5% from the previous quarter. Admission was the largest line at 52% of revenue. Admission lost $4.0M year over year (down 2%), 75% of the total change.
Operating profit was $140.6M, a 27.8% margin (down 1.9 points year over year). Total costs grew 2% against a revenue fall of 1%. The fastest-growing cost line was SG&A (+13%). Net earnings were $80.0M, down 10% year over year. The effective tax rate was 26.6%.
Operating cash flow was $93.2M (down 2% year over year), 117% of net earnings. Non-cash charges added back $45.8M of depreciation and amortization and $5.2M of share-based compensation. Working capital and other items used $37.8M. After capital expenditures ($69.7M), free cash flow as the company reports it was $23.5M.
Quarterly history
| Quarter | Form | Filed | Revenue | Y/Y | Op. margin | Net earnings | Op. cash flow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q3 2026 | 10-Q | Nov 6, 2026 | $506M | -1% | 27.8% | $80.0M | $93.2M |
| Q2 2026 | 10-Q | Aug 7, 2026 | $483M | -1% | 24.2% | $63.3M | $170M |
| Q1 2026 | 10-Q | May 11, 2026 | $278M | -3% | -3.1% | −$34.1M | $66.8M |
| Q4 2025 | 10-K | Mar 3, 2026 | $374M | -3% | 15.1% | $15.1M | $78.4M |
| Q3 2025 | 10-Q | Nov 7, 2025 | $512M | -6% | 29.6% | $89.3M | $94.8M |
| Q2 2025 | 10-Q | Aug 8, 2025 | $490M | -2% | 28.7% | $80.1M | $181M |
| Q1 2025 | 10-Q | May 12, 2025 | $287M | -4% | 5.9% | −$16.1M | $25.7M |
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About United Parks & Resorts
We are a leading theme park and entertainment company providing experiences that matter and inspiring guests to protect animals and the wild wonders of our world. We own or license a portfolio of recognized brands including SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, Aquatica, Discovery Cove and Sesame Place. Over our more than 65-year history, we have developed a diversified portfolio of 13 differentiated theme parks that are grouped in key markets across the United States and in the United Arab Emirates. Many of our theme parks showcase our one-of-a-kind zoological collection and feature a diverse array of both thrill and family-friendly rides, educational presentations, shows and/or other attractions with broad demographic appeal which deliver memorable experiences and a strong value proposition for our guests.
In its own words, from its 10-K, filed Mar 3, 2026.
United Parks & Resorts against its Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation peers
The largest companies of the same SEC industry, each at its latest quarter. Revenue growth: -1% against the peers' median +7%. Operating margin: 27.8% against the peers' median 4.5%.
| Company | Quarter | Revenue | Y/Y | Op. margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRKS United Parks & Resorts | Q3 2026 | $506M | -1% | 27.8% |
| DIS Walt Disney | Q3 FY26 | $25.2B | +7% | 22.0% |
| DKNG DraftKings | Q3 2026 | $1.3B | +16% | -37.1% |
| STUB StubHub Holdings | Q2 2026 | $573M | +33% | 3.4% |
| RSI Rush Street Interactive | Q3 2026 | $386M | +39% | 11.1% |
| MTN Vail Resorts | Q4 FY26 | $278M | +2% | -75.1% |
| PRSU Pursuit Attractions & Hospitality | Q3 2026 | $252M | +4% | 45.0% |
| MSGE Madison Square Garden Entertainment | Q1 FY27 | $217M | +37% | 4.5% |
| SEAT Vivid Seats | Q2 2026 | $104M | -9% | -13.8% |
Source: United Parks & Resorts 10-Q on SEC EDGAR · CIK 1564902 · Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation
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