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title: "Sands China First-Quarter Profit Surges on Macao Revenue Growth"
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description: "Sands China reported a strong first quarter of 2026, with net revenues rising 23.6% year on year to US$2.10 billion, driven by growth in Macao operations. Net income increased 45.5% to US$294 million, and adjusted property EBITDA rose to US$633 million. The results indicate a recovery in Macao and support for returning capital to shareholders. Analysts rate the stock as a Buy with a price target of HK$22.86. Sands China, controlled by Las Vegas Sands, benefits from Macao's tourism and gaming demand."
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# Sands China First-Quarter Profit Surges on Macao Revenue Growth

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Sands China ( (HK:1928) ) has provided an update.

Sands China reported a strong first quarter of 2026, with total net revenues rising 23.6% year on year to US$2.10 billion under US GAAP, reflecting solid growth in its Macao operations. Net income climbed 45.5% to US$294 million and adjusted property EBITDA increased to US$633 million from US$535 million, underscoring improved operating leverage as parent Las Vegas Sands pursues its strategic focus on premium service, hospitality and entertainment.

The figures, disclosed via Las Vegas Sands’ New York regulatory filings and earnings call, highlight Sands China’s strengthening financial performance despite differences between U.S. GAAP and IFRS reporting standards. The results signal continued recovery momentum in Macao and support the group’s ability to return more capital to shareholders, with investors advised to consider accounting framework differences when assessing comparability.

The most recent analyst rating on (HK:1928) stock is a Buy with a HK$22.86 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Sands China stock, see the HK:1928 Stock Forecast page.

**More about Sands China**

Sands China Ltd. is a Macao-based integrated resort and casino operator controlled by U.S.-listed Las Vegas Sands Corp., which owns about 74.8% of its share capital. The company generates its revenue primarily from gaming, hospitality, and entertainment offerings in Macao, positioning it as a key beneficiary of the territory’s tourism and gaming demand.

**Average Trading Volume:** 14,420,849

**Technical Sentiment Signal:** Sell

**Current Market Cap:** HK$140.6B

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