Fewer visitors and poor weather blamed for US theme park’s struggles

WorldBusiness & Finance
7 Aug 2025 • 1:31 AM MYT
The Independent
The Independent

The world’s most free-thinking newspaper

image is not available

  • Six Flags Entertainment Corporation reported a significant drop in profits and visitor numbers, causing its shares to sink over 15 per cent.
  • The theme park operator posted a net loss of nearly $100 million, a stark contrast to profits last year, with attendance falling by 1.4 million visitors.
  • The company lowered its full-year adjusted earnings forecast, attributing the downgrade to a smaller base of season-pass holders and a volatile economy.
  • Adverse weather conditions, including prolonged rains and extreme temperatures in May and June, were cited as a key factor adversely affecting guest attendance.
  • CEO Richard Zimmerman announced his resignation by the end of 2025, with the board initiating a search for his successor, and Six Flags also plans to sell non-essential assets.

IN FULL

Newswav Malaysia Best News App

Newswav is an online content aggregator and obtains its content from different online sources. The content in the app do not belong to Newswav nor do they reflect the opinions of Newswav and its staff. Your use of this app indicates your understanding and acceptance of this information.

Newswav Sdn. Bhd. (201701008480 (1222645-M)) 2026 All Rights Reserved