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Six Flags Weighs Park Closures in Portfolio Restructuring
Six Flags considers closing some parks after a major merger, aiming for financial optimization and improved cash flow.
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Six Flags Entertainment CorporationCedar FairDepartment Of JusticeThe Associated PressThe Times-Picayune/New Orleans Advocate
Richard A. Zimmerman
- What is happening to the former Six Flags theme park in New Orleans?
- The former Six Flags theme park in New Orleans, closed after Hurricane Katrina, is currently being demolished. This decaying complex serves as a reminder of the storm's lasting devastation.
- What is the name of the long-range plan outlined in the quarterly earnings report?
- The plan aims to reduce leverage and involves a comprehensive review of the company's assets to identify non-core locations for divestiture. This follows a solid first quarter for the combined company, despite operational disruptions.
- What major decision is Six Flags Entertainment Corporation considering regarding its theme parks?
- Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (SFEC), formed after a merger with Cedar Fair, is considering closing or selling some of its theme parks as part of a portfolio optimization plan called "Project Accelerate."
- What are the long-term financial goals of Six Flags Entertainment Corporation, as stated by its CEO?
- Richard A. Zimmerman, president and CEO of Six Flags Entertainment Corporation, expressed confidence in "Project Accelerate" and its potential to deliver sustainable value creation, aiming for $800 million in annual unlevered pre-tax free cash flow by 2027.
- What were the financial results of Six Flags Entertainment Corporation's first quarter as a merged company?
- SFEC reported strong attendance and revenue in its first quarter as a combined entity, exceeding 21 million guests with a total net revenue of $1.35 billion. Despite weather disruptions, consumer demand remained high.