UBSANDS@EP2612A

Macquarie Downgrades Sands China's Investment Rating and Target Price

Sands China's April Short Interest Fell Sharply

CICC and DBS Maintain Buy Rating for Sands China with High Target Prices

Guotai Junan Reiterates Buy Rating on Sands China

Sands China Launches New Side Bets in Macau

Sands China's stock price falls, casino stocks under pressure

Sands China Reports Q1 Earnings and Outlines Group Growth Strategy

Sands China Reports Yearly Growth, Reaffirms Macau Investment Commitment

Sands China's Short Positions Plummet in March

UBS Maintains Positive Outlook on Macau Gaming Sector and Adjusts Ratings and Targets

Sands China Announces Annual Results and New Chairman

Sands China Announces Last Year's Performance, Net Income Up Over 50%

Sands China Ltd released FY2025 9 Months earnings on February 13, 2026 (BJT), actual revenue HKD 42.66 B, actual EPS HKD 0.6307

SANDS CHINA LTD released FY2025 Q3 earnings on February 13, 2026 (BJT), actual revenue HKD 15.37 B (forecast HKD 14.86 B), actual EPS HKD 0.2322 (forecast HKD 0.2331)

Shanghai Sands Reports 14.3% Decrease in Net Revenue for 2025 Fiscal Year

SANDS CHINA LTD released FY2025 earnings on February 13 After-Market (BJT), actual revenue HKD 58.04 B (forecast HKD 57.96 B), actual EPS HKD 0.8632 (forecast HKD 0.9938)

SANDS CHINA LTD released FY2025 Q4 earnings on February 13 After-Market (BJT), actual revenue HKD 15.37 B (forecast HKD 15.84 B), actual EPS HKD 0.2321 (forecast HKD 0.3108)

Multiple Countries to Release Macro Data and Officials to Give Speeches

Sands China Partners with Alipay to Enhance Macau's Tourism with Payment Technology

Fitch Upgrades Galaxy Entertainment's Rating to 'BBB' from 'BBB-'

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M Stanley downgraded SANDS CHINA LTDfrom Outperform to Neutral, cutting the target price by 21% to HKD16.7. The downgrade reflects a shift to a valuation in line with peers, anticipating mid-single-digit growth. The company reported a 1Q26 adjusted property EBITDA of USD633 million, up 18.3% YoY, benefiting from a capacity advantage. M Stanley also adjusted its EBITDA forecasts for 2026-2028 down by less than 1% annually, influenced by cautious margin assumptions, despite better-than-expected 1Q26 results.

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M Stanley Downgrades SANDS CHINA LTD  to Neutral, Cuts TP to HKD16.7

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Macau's gaming tax revenue for Q1 2026 increased by 15.9% year-on-year, totaling 25.8 billion Macao patacas, according to the Macao Financial Services Bureau. Additionally, the fiscal surplus for the same period rose by 43.96% year-on-year to 13.643 billion Macao patacas.

- The Monetary Authority of Macao reported that gaming tax revenue for the first three months of this year reached 25.8 billion Macao patacas, a year-on-year increase of 15.9%.  
- The fiscal surplus in Macao for the same period grew by 43.96%, reaching 13.643 billion Macao patacas.  
- These financial indicators reflect a positive trend in Macao's economy during the first quarter.

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Macau 1Q26 Gaming Tax Revenue Up 15.9% YoY

Sands China Ltd. (OTCMKTS:SCHYY) experienced a significant 55.2% decrease in short interest in April, with totals dropping to 16,959 shares from 37,847 shares. The short-interest ratio is currently 0.3 days, with approximately 0.0% of shares short sold. The stock opened at $20.93, with a 50-day moving average of $22.09 and a 200-day moving average of $24.17. Analysts have mixed ratings, with one Strong Buy, one Hold, and one Sell, leading to a consensus rating of "Hold."

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Citic Securities has maintained a Buy rating on Sands China (SCHYF) as of April 23, setting a price target of HK$23.00. The stock closed at HK$16.83 last Wednesday. The analyst consensus is a Strong Buy with an average price target of HK$22.01, indicating a potential upside of 30.77%. Additionally, DBS also reaffirmed a Buy rating with a price target of HK$22.86 in a report on April 16.

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Sands China (SCHYF) Gets a Buy from Citic Securities

Haitong International maintains an Outperform rating for SANDS CHINA LTDfollowing its 1Q26 results, which met market expectations. The company reported net revenue of USD2.114 billion, a 23.7% YoY increase, and adjusted property EBITDA of USD633 million, up 18.3% YoY. Future projections estimate net revenue for 2026-2028 at USD8.145 billion to USD9.079 billion, with adjusted property EBITDA margins around 30%. The target price is set at HKD21.6.

Haitong International Maintains SANDS CHINA LTD  Outperform; 1Q26 Results In Line

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.

Sands China First-Quarter Profit Surges on Macao Revenue Growth

Marina Bay Sands (MBS) has committed over S$2 million for its Sands Hospitality Scholarship programme, supporting over 160 students from 2026 to 2029. The initiative aims to enhance Singapore's hospitality sector as MBS expands with an US$8 billion development, including a new hotel and arena. Additionally, MBS partnered with TomoWork to provide S$75,000 in scholarships for 15 undergraduates with disabilities, promoting inclusivity and mentorship in the hospitality industry. This effort aligns with Singapore's tourism goals, projecting receipts of S$47 billion to S$50 billion by 2040.

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Marina Bay Sands commits over S$2 million to scholarships for hospitality students

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Citigroup lowered its forecast for Macau's April gaming revenue to MOP 20 billion, citing that the win rate in VIP rooms is below normal levels. The report noted that Macau's gaming revenue for the first 19 days of April was approximately MOP 12.4 billion, with an average daily revenue of MOP 636 million, an increase of 1% compared to the previous week. It is expected that the average daily revenue for the remainder of the month will be MOP 691 million. Citigroup believes that the Weibo International Entertainment Gala may alleviate the weak gaming revenue before the Labor Day Golden Week

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Under the banner of "Big Banks," the forecast for Macau's April gaming revenue has been downgraded to MOP 20 billion

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Macau’s finance secretary resigns, citing 'personal reasons'

UBS expects that the EBITDA of the Macau gaming industry in the first quarter will grow by 10% year-on-year, reaching USD 2.1 billion. The report indicates that gaming revenue will increase by 14% year-on-year, reaching USD 8.14 billion, mainly driven by the growth in mass market gaming revenue. Sands China, WYNN MACAU, and Melco Resorts have seen an increase in market share, while SJM HOLDINGS, MGM CHINA, and GALAXY ENT have experienced a loss in market share. With no headwinds from one-time operating expenses, EBITDA grew by 4% quarter-on-quarter

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UBS expects Macau's gaming industry EBITDA in the first quarter to increase by 10% year-on-year to USD 2.1 billion

Citigroup lowered its April Macau gaming revenue forecast to MOP 20.5 billion, citing that the win rate in VIP rooms is below normal levels. From April 1 to 12, gaming revenue was approximately MOP 7.95 billion, with an average daily revenue of about MOP 630 million, a decrease of 8% compared to the previous 7 days. Looking ahead, the concert of Thai singer Billkin and the Weibo International Entertainment Gala are expected to improve gaming revenue performance before the Labor Day Golden Week

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Under the banner of "Big Banks," the forecast for April's gaming revenue in Macau has been downgraded to MOP 20.5 billion

Las Vegas Sands has launched new training programs to enhance workforce development and career advancement. Initiatives include the Elevate program for new managers in Las Vegas, the Integrated Resort Leader Development Programme in Macao, and the AI Up-Skilling Programme. Additionally, the Sands China Western Culinary Elite Programme aims to nurture culinary talent, while the Brand Service Culture Transformative Series in Singapore focuses on emotional intelligence and service excellence. These efforts reflect Sands' commitment to building a skilled workforce and reinforcing its brand culture.

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Hong Kong stocks continued their upward trend on July 28, with the cryptocurrency, innovative drug, gaming, and insurance sectors performing well. Hong Kong's &#34;Stablecoin Ordinance&#34; will officially take effect on August 1, marking the countdown to stablecoin issuance; the innovative drug sector was boosted by Hengrui Pharmaceuticals securing a $12 billion order; insurance stocks extended their gains as industry anti-internal competition and interest rate cuts improved profit prospects; gaming stocks benefited from Macau's July gaming revenue exceeding expectations and Thailand's withdrawal of the casino bill.

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UBSANDS@EP2612A(28511.HK)

M Stanley Downgrades SANDS CHINA LTD to Neutral, Cuts TP to HKD16.7

Macau 1Q26 Gaming Tax Revenue Up 15.9% YoY

Sands China Ltd. (OTCMKTS:SCHYY) Short Interest Update

Sands China (SCHYF) Gets a Buy from Citic Securities

Haitong International Maintains SANDS CHINA LTD Outperform; 1Q26 Results In Line