Melco Resorts Q3 revenue slips on weaker gaming
Overview
Macau-based integrated resort operator's Q3 revenue fell 10% yr/yr on weaker gaming and non-gaming
Net income nearly flat in Q3, down sharply from prior year
Company repurchased $160 mln in shares during the quarter
Outlook
Company says it is focused on strategy execution and long-term growth in Macau
Company notes resilience in Philippines and Cyprus properties despite regional headwinds
Company did not provide specific financial guidance for future quarters or the full year in the press release
Result Drivers
WEAKER GAMING AND NON-GAMING - Co said lower revenue was mainly due to weaker rolling chip, mass market table games, and non-gaming operations
CYPRUS GROWTH - City of Dreams Mediterranean and satellite casinos in Cyprus delivered record quarterly EBITDA, offsetting some weakness elsewhere
Company press release:
Key Details
Metric | Beat/Miss | Actual | Consensus Estimate |
Q3 Operating Revenue | $1.17 bln | ||
Q3 Net Loss | $9.10 mln | ||
Q3 Operating Income | $100.22 mln | ||
Q3 Pretax Loss | $7.45 mln |
Analyst Coverage
The current average analyst rating on the shares is "buy" and the breakdown of recommendations is 8 "strong buy" or "buy", 6 "hold" and no "sell" or "strong sell"
The average consensus recommendation for the casinos & gaming peer group is "buy"
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