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MGM Rallies 22.5% in 3 Months as Investors Weigh Its Staying Power
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Key Takeaways
MGM's Las Vegas revenue rose 3%, supported by record convention rates and banquet revenue.
MGM China held 16.4% market share, but Segment Adjusted EBITDAR fell 15% amid higher fee expense.
MGM's Adjusted EBITDA fell to $610 million as earnings declined despite 1% revenue growth.
MGM Resorts International's(MGM - Free Report) shares have gained 22.5% over the past three months, putting the durability of that advance in focus. Second-quarter results offered support from Las Vegas group demand and continued digital revenue growth, while Macau held a mid-teens market share.
The counterweight is profitability. Softer value-oriented leisure demand, lower hotel metrics and weaker adjusted earnings leave investors weighing whether operating momentum can keep pace with the stock's recent move.
MGM's Convention Mix Supports Las Vegas Demand
Las Vegas Strip Resorts revenues rose 3% year over year to $2.17 billion in the second quarter, while Segment Adjusted EBITDAR increased 3% to $735 million. Group and convention business represented 20% of room mix and produced record second-quarter convention average daily rates and catering and banquet revenues.
That performance stands out against an uneven Strip backdrop. Caesars Entertainment, Inc. (CZR - Free Report) reported a 3.5% decline in second-quarter Las Vegas revenues. MGM's event calendar, group base and upgraded room inventory helped offset softer leisure trends, although revenue per available room fell 4%.
MGM China Adds Premium-Mass Momentum
MGM China held 16.4% market share in the second quarter, up one percentage point sequentially. Recent suite conversions and 50,000 square feet of high-end gaming space at MGM Cotai supported its premium-mass positioning, while management said July volumes rebounded after World Cup-related softness in June.
Profitability was less favorable. MGM China revenues were roughly flat at $1.10 billion, but Segment Adjusted EBITDAR fell 15% to $257 million as intercompany branding license fee expense increased by $21 million. Wynn Resorts, Limited (WYNN - Free Report) also reported higher second-quarter operating revenues at Wynn Palace, pointing to active premium demand in Macau.
MGM Digital Narrows Losses as Revenue Scales
On a first-half basis, MGM Digital revenues increased nearly 30% to $379 million, while its Segment Adjusted EBITDAR loss narrowed to about $56 million from $60 million. The core LeoVegas and BetMGM-branded European businesses are expected to provide better operating leverage in 2027 and help fund growth investments in Brazil.
The quarterly picture was more mixed. Second-quarter MGM Digital revenues rose 20% to $196 million, but the loss widened to $31 million from $26 million. BetMGM North America generated $711 million of quarterly net revenue, up 3%, while Adjusted EBITDA fell 15% to $74 million.
MGM Still Faces Value and Cost Pressure
The lower end of MGM's Las Vegas portfolio remains a pressure point. Luxor and Excalibur continued to face softer demand, even as the all-inclusive package helped stabilize occupancy and bookings. Strip room revenues declined 2% and average daily rate fell 4% in the second quarter.
Those trends matter because consolidated Adjusted EBITDA declined to $610 million from $648 million despite 1% revenue growth. Adjusted earnings per share fell to 59 cents from 79 cents, leaving less room for execution misses as MGM continues investing in luxury upgrades, digital expansion and Osaka.
MGM's Momentum Strength Meets Growth Caution
MGM's 22.5% three-month advance is backed by better Las Vegas revenues, a resilient convention mix and continued digital scaling. Still, weaker adjusted earnings, Macau margin pressure and softness among value-conscious leisure customers argue for a measured view on how much of the recovery is already reflected in the shares.
The stock currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), with a Value Score of A, Momentum Score of A, Growth Score of D and VGM Score of B. The favorable value and momentum grades support the recent setup, but the weaker growth score tempers the picture. For a #3 Ranked stock, the combination is more consistent with holding than treating the rally as a clear new-buy signal. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) stocks here.
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MGM Rallies 22.5% in 3 Months as Investors Weigh Its Staying Power
Key Takeaways
MGM Resorts International's (MGM - Free Report) shares have gained 22.5% over the past three months, putting the durability of that advance in focus. Second-quarter results offered support from Las Vegas group demand and continued digital revenue growth, while Macau held a mid-teens market share.
The counterweight is profitability. Softer value-oriented leisure demand, lower hotel metrics and weaker adjusted earnings leave investors weighing whether operating momentum can keep pace with the stock's recent move.
MGM's Convention Mix Supports Las Vegas Demand
Las Vegas Strip Resorts revenues rose 3% year over year to $2.17 billion in the second quarter, while Segment Adjusted EBITDAR increased 3% to $735 million. Group and convention business represented 20% of room mix and produced record second-quarter convention average daily rates and catering and banquet revenues.
MGM Resorts International Price and Consensus
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That performance stands out against an uneven Strip backdrop. Caesars Entertainment, Inc. (CZR - Free Report) reported a 3.5% decline in second-quarter Las Vegas revenues. MGM's event calendar, group base and upgraded room inventory helped offset softer leisure trends, although revenue per available room fell 4%.
MGM China Adds Premium-Mass Momentum
MGM China held 16.4% market share in the second quarter, up one percentage point sequentially. Recent suite conversions and 50,000 square feet of high-end gaming space at MGM Cotai supported its premium-mass positioning, while management said July volumes rebounded after World Cup-related softness in June.
Profitability was less favorable. MGM China revenues were roughly flat at $1.10 billion, but Segment Adjusted EBITDAR fell 15% to $257 million as intercompany branding license fee expense increased by $21 million. Wynn Resorts, Limited (WYNN - Free Report) also reported higher second-quarter operating revenues at Wynn Palace, pointing to active premium demand in Macau.
MGM Digital Narrows Losses as Revenue Scales
On a first-half basis, MGM Digital revenues increased nearly 30% to $379 million, while its Segment Adjusted EBITDAR loss narrowed to about $56 million from $60 million. The core LeoVegas and BetMGM-branded European businesses are expected to provide better operating leverage in 2027 and help fund growth investments in Brazil.
The quarterly picture was more mixed. Second-quarter MGM Digital revenues rose 20% to $196 million, but the loss widened to $31 million from $26 million. BetMGM North America generated $711 million of quarterly net revenue, up 3%, while Adjusted EBITDA fell 15% to $74 million.
MGM Still Faces Value and Cost Pressure
The lower end of MGM's Las Vegas portfolio remains a pressure point. Luxor and Excalibur continued to face softer demand, even as the all-inclusive package helped stabilize occupancy and bookings. Strip room revenues declined 2% and average daily rate fell 4% in the second quarter.
Those trends matter because consolidated Adjusted EBITDA declined to $610 million from $648 million despite 1% revenue growth. Adjusted earnings per share fell to 59 cents from 79 cents, leaving less room for execution misses as MGM continues investing in luxury upgrades, digital expansion and Osaka.
MGM's Momentum Strength Meets Growth Caution
MGM's 22.5% three-month advance is backed by better Las Vegas revenues, a resilient convention mix and continued digital scaling. Still, weaker adjusted earnings, Macau margin pressure and softness among value-conscious leisure customers argue for a measured view on how much of the recovery is already reflected in the shares.
The stock currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), with a Value Score of A, Momentum Score of A, Growth Score of D and VGM Score of B. The favorable value and momentum grades support the recent setup, but the weaker growth score tempers the picture. For a #3 Ranked stock, the combination is more consistent with holding than treating the rally as a clear new-buy signal. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) stocks here.