Six Flags' Rollercoaster Ride After Big Merger

Six Flags and Cedar Fair joined forces in July 2024, aiming to become the biggest amusement park operator in North America. They now run about 40 parks and water parks. But things haven't gone as planned. By August 2025, Six Flags reported disappointing financial results. They made only $930 million in revenue and $243 million in adjusted EBITDA, which is way less than experts predicted. Their debt-to-earnings ratio shot up to 6. 2x, forcing them to think about selling off some of their assets. To make matters worse, Six Flags cut their 2025 EBITDA forecast by $215 million. Richard Zimmerman, the CEO, stepped down. The company blamed bad weather for the poor results, but many analysts think rising costs and unmet merger benefits are the real issues.Since the merger, Six Flags' stock price has taken a nosedive. It went from over $55 per share to as low as $20, a drop of nearly 64%. Investors are not happy. A lawsuit claims Six Flags didn't disclose important information before the merger. They say the company didn't invest enough in their parks and operations. They also say Six Flags needed to spend millions more than usual to stay competitive. Because of this, the financial plans they showed investors weren't realistic. If you invested in Six Flags because of the merger, you might be able to join this lawsuit. You have until January 5, 2026, to ask to be the main plaintiff. If you want to know more or have questions, you can contact the law firm handling the case. They've got offices in Los Angeles and can be reached by email, phone, or through their website.