National CineMedia, Inc. is projected to rise to $3.41 by 2027, a +12% move from its current price of $3.04. NCMI is currently trading below its 50-day average (a bearish sign). Technical indicators currently lean strong sell.
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Live market data via Yahoo Finance · updated 5/28/2026
| Period | Min | Prediction | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 29 | $2.96 | $3.04 | $3.12 | 0.00% |
| May 30 | $2.93 | $3.04 | $3.15 | +0.01% |
| May 31 | $2.91 | $3.04 | $3.18 | +0.01% |
| Jun 1 | $2.89 | $3.04 | $3.20 | +0.02% |
| Jun 2 | $2.87 | $3.04 | $3.22 | +0.02% |
| Jun 3 | $2.86 | $3.04 | $3.24 | +0.03% |
| Jun 4 | $2.84 | $3.04 | $3.25 | +0.03% |
| Period | Min | Prediction | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | $2.84 | $3.04 | $3.25 | +0.03% |
| Week 2 | $2.76 | $3.04 | $3.35 | +0.06% |
| Week 3 | $2.71 | $3.04 | $3.42 | +0.09% |
| Week 4 | $2.66 | $3.04 | $3.49 | +0.12% |
| Week 5 | $2.62 | $3.04 | $3.54 | +0.15% |
| Week 6 | $2.58 | $3.05 | $3.60 | +0.19% |
| Week 7 | $2.55 | $3.05 | $3.65 | +0.22% |
Short-term targets derived from the forecast trend and recent volatility. Highly uncertain — not financial advice.
National CineMedia, Inc. operates cinema advertising networks in North America through its subsidiary National CineMedia, LLC. It sells advertising to national, regional, and local businesses in Noovie, a cinema advertising and entertainment show seen on movie screens, and in Lobby Entertainment Network, a series of screens located in movie theater lobbies.
The company also sells digital advertising and analytics through NCM Boost and related products, including NCM Boomerang, NCM Bullseye, and NCM Blueprint, designed to amplify post-theatre engagement and deliver dynamic messaging. National CineMedia was incorporated in 2006 and is headquartered in Centennial, Colorado. It is categorized in the Communication Services sector.
National CineMedia, Inc. (NCMI) is currently priced at $2.99 and trades with a market cap of $280.4M, ranking 3590 by market capitalization.
The stock sits in a modest market position with a niche cinema advertising focus in North America and a mix of traditional and digital advertising offerings.
Forecasts project a long-term bullish trajectory, with 2030 averaging $4.64 and rising to $16.98 by 2050, accompanied by increasing max values. The projected ROI grows from 55.3 by 2030 to 468 by 2050, suggesting substantial upside over the horizon.
In the near term, the 2026 forecast centers around a near-term price around the current level, with 2027 continuing neutral to positive momentum before stronger gains materialize in later years.
A major floor 25.2% below — a decisive break under it would weaken the trend.
The nearest floor, 7.9% below — buyers have tended to step in here.
The nearest ceiling, 22.0% above — a clean break opens room to run.
A major ceiling 34.6% above — clearing it would confirm fresh momentum.
Key NCMI support and resistance from recent price action — levels where the trend has historically paused or reversed. Percentages are the distance from the current price.
A snapshot of NCMI market posture derived from its technical indicators and recent volatility. Higher trend and alignment lean bullish; higher risk means larger swings.
Technical Analysis
Indicators computed on daily closing prices.
| Period | SMA | Action | EMA | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MA 5 | $3.01 | Buy | $3.02 | Buy |
| MA 10 | $2.97 | Buy | $3.06 | Sell |
| MA 20 | $3.24 | Sell | $3.17 | Sell |
| MA 50 | $3.30 | Sell | $3.30 | Sell |
| MA 100 | $3.44 | Sell | $3.48 | Sell |
| MA 200 | $3.86 | Sell | $3.88 | Sell |
| Name | Value | Action |
|---|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 40.81 | Neutral |
| Stoch RSI (14) | 34.85 | Neutral |
| CCI (20) | -49.56 | Neutral |
| Williams %R (14) | -73.63 | Info |
| MACD (12,26,9) | -0.02 | Sell |
| ROC (12) | -17.17 | Sell |
| Bollinger %B (20,2) | 0.32 | Neutral |
| Stochastic %K (14) | 26.37 | Neutral |
| TRIX (15) | -0.39 | Sell |
| Awesome (5,34) | -0.34 | Sell |
| Ultimate (7,14,28) | 68.98 | Neutral |
| Momentum (10) | -0.34 | Sell |
| Aroon Osc (25) | -24.00 | Sell |
| Hull MA (9) | 3.04 | Buy |
| ADX (14) | 20.81 | Sell |
| ATR (14) | 0.07 | Info |
The 30-day technical picture is Bearish, with RSI14 at 40, indicating room for upside before overbought levels come into play.
Prices are below both the 50-day and 200-day simple moving averages, with SMA50 at $3.31 and SMA200 at $3.88, signaling limited near-term upside momentum.
The chart shows a support level at $2.80 and a resistance level at $3.71, framing a 30‑day range of $2.50 to $3.58 as the near-term trading band.
| Year | Min | Avg | Max | ROI | Sentiment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2.80 | $3.04 | $4.02 | 0% | Neutral | |
| $2.72 | $3.41 | $4.52 | +12% | Neutral | |
| $3.23 | $4.15 | $5.69 | +37% | Bullish | |
| $3.57 | $4.69 | $6.60 | +54% | Bullish | |
| $3.51 | $4.70 | $6.77 | +55% | Bullish | |
| $3.66 | $4.98 | $7.32 | +64% | Bullish | |
| $3.71 | $5.13 | $7.67 | +69% | Bullish | |
| $3.78 | $5.30 | $8.07 | +75% | Bullish | |
| $4.34 | $6.18 | $9.53 | +103% | Bullish | |
| $4.90 | $7.08 | $11.08 | +133% | Bullish | |
| $5.82 | $8.93 | $14.82 | +194% | Bullish | |
| $9.93 | $16.95 | $30.65 | +458% | Bullish |
Current year — the forecast is anchored to the live price, so ROI shows 0%.
| Month | Min | Avg | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2026 | $2.80 | $3.04 | $3.58 | +0.00% |
| June 2026 | $2.64 | $3.10 | $3.72 | +1.93% |
| July 2026 | $2.58 | $3.05 | $3.71 | -1.50% |
| August 2026 | $2.61 | $3.11 | $3.82 | +1.89% |
| September 2026 | $2.67 | $3.19 | $3.94 | +2.46% |
| October 2026 | $2.60 | $3.13 | $3.89 | -1.91% |
| November 2026 | $2.56 | $3.09 | $3.87 | -1.28% |
| December 2026 | $2.64 | $3.19 | $4.02 | +3.43% |
Click any year to see its month-by-month NCMI forecast. Min / Avg / Max are a bear / base / bull scenario; ROI is the projected move from the current price. Change is the month-over-month move in the average. Estimates, not guarantees.
Expect NCMI to range from $2.80 to $4.02 through 2026. The $3.04 average target implies a 0% move from current prices. Price action looks broadly range-bound.
The NCMI price prediction for 2027 points to an average of $3.41 (low $2.72, high $4.52) — a potential gain of +12% on today's $3.04. A consolidation phase looks the most probable path here.
In 2028, NCMI is projected to trade between $3.23 and $5.69, averaging $4.15 — a potential gain of +37% from today's $3.04. That is up +22% on the projected 2027 average. Momentum favours further upside here.
National CineMedia, Inc.'s 2029 outlook centres on $4.69, within a $3.57 to $6.60 range. That is up +13% on the projected 2028 average. That marks a +54% change versus current levels. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
By 2030, NCMI could reach as high as $6.77, with a base case around $4.70 and support toward $3.51 — roughly +55% from $3.04. Momentum favours further upside here.
Expect NCMI to range from $3.66 to $7.32 through 2031. The $4.98 average target implies a +64% move from current prices. That is up +6% on the projected 2030 average. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
The NCMI price prediction for 2032 points to an average of $5.13 (low $3.71, high $7.67) — a potential gain of +69% on today's $3.04. Momentum favours further upside here.
In 2033, NCMI is projected to trade between $3.78 and $8.07, averaging $5.30 — a potential gain of +75% from today's $3.04. That is up +3% on the projected 2032 average. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
National CineMedia, Inc.'s 2034 outlook centres on $6.18, within a $4.34 to $9.53 range. That is up +16% on the projected 2033 average. That marks a +103% change versus current levels. Momentum favours further upside here.
By 2035, NCMI could reach as high as $11.08, with a base case around $7.08 and support toward $4.90 — roughly +133% from $3.04. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
Expect NCMI to range from $5.82 to $14.82 through 2040. The $8.93 average target implies a +194% move from current prices. That is up +26% on the projected 2035 average. Momentum favours further upside here.
The NCMI price prediction for 2050 points to an average of $16.95 (low $9.93, high $30.65) — a potential gain of +458% on today's $3.04. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
Investing $1,000 in NCMI today (≈ 328.947368 NCMI) could be worth
$5,575.03
+$4,575.03 (+458%) by 2050 · US Dollar
Based on the average projected NCMI price of $16.95 in 2050.
Based on the base (average) forecast scenario. FX rates are indicative. Estimates only — not financial advice.
See what a past investment in NCMIwould be worth at today's price.
$1,000 invested in NCMI on May 27, 2025 (≈ 183.823527 NCMI) would be worth
$558.82
-$441.18 (-44.1%) today · 0.56× · US Dollar
Based on a NCMI entry price of $5.44 vs. today's $3.04.
| Invested | Entry price | Value today | Return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 week ago | $2.98 | $1,020.13 | +2.0% |
| 1 month ago | $3.55 | $856.34 | -14.4% |
| 3 months ago | $3.51 | $866.1 | -13.4% |
| 6 months ago | $4.31 | $705.34 | -29.5% |
| 1 year ago | $5.44 | $558.82 | -44.1% |
| All time (5.0y) ago | $51.9 | $58.57 | -94.1% |
Past performance from historical market data — it does not predict future results. FX rates are indicative. Not financial advice.
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Our base-case forecast reaches $6.10 around 2034.
Implied market cap at $6.10: $572.06M
The multi-year forecast turns bullish in the later years, with 2028 onward showing rising sentiment and prices. The 2030 forecast gives an avg of $4.64 with a min of $3.44 and a max of $6.77, and an ROI of 55.3, highlighting meaningful upside potential from today’s level.
The 2040 forecast strengthens further, with an avg of $8.94 and a max of $15.09, and an ROI of 198.8, reflecting sustained growth assumptions supported by the long-run bullish stance.
By 2050, the forecast envisions an avg of $16.98, a min of $9.68, and a max of $31.35, accompanied by an ROI of 468 and a bullish sentiment. These figures illustrate a pronounced long-term upside, tempered by the inherent uncertainties of the market.
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2030 avg $4.64; min $3.44; max $6.77; ROI 55.3.
Forecasts show neutral in 2026 and 2027, then bullish from 2028 onward with rising averages and ROIs through 2050; current price and market risks should be weighed against the longer-term upside.
Yes—the max forecast by 2035 is $11.31 and by 2040 is $15.09, with a long-term max of $31.35 by 2050.
Current price is $2.99 and market cap is $280.4M.
2050 avg $16.98 with a max of $31.35, min $9.68, ROI 468, and bullish sentiment.
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