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HSBC Research has released investment ratings and target prices for gaming stocks, including Galaxy Entertainment (Buy, HKD 49), MGM China (Buy, HKD 17), Sands China (Buy, HKD 22.5), SJM Holdings (Hold, HKD 2.2), WYNN MACAU (Hold, HKD 6.5), and Melco Resorts & Entertainment (Hold, USD 6.9)

AASTOCKS

Melco Resorts & ENT

Las Vegas Sands

WYNN MACAU

Wynn Resorts

MGM CHINA

GALAXY ENT

SJM HOLDINGS

MGM Resorts

SANDS CHINA LTD

VanEck Gaming ETF

Galaxy Entertainment Group

Roundhill Sports Betting & iGaming ETF

Sands China

HSBC Research's Investment Ratings and Target Prices for Gaming Stocks (Table)

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UBS released a research report, updating the investment ratings and target prices for gaming stocks. Melco Resorts & Entertainment is rated as Buy, with a target price of $9.4; Sands China is upgraded from Neutral to Buy, with a target price of $20.4; Wynn Macau is rated as Buy, with a target price of $8.4; Galaxy Entertainment is rated as Buy, with a target price of $46; Melco International Development is upgraded from Neutral to Buy, with a target price of $5.3; MGM China is rated as Buy, with a target price of $16.8; SJM Holdings is rated as Sell, with a target price of $2.2

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UBS's investment ratings and target prices for Macau gaming stocks (Table)

SJM Holdings posts FY loss attributable of HK$429 mln

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SJM Holdings posts FY loss attributable of HK$429 mln

SJM Holdings Swings to Loss in 2025

SJM Holdings Swings to Loss in 2025

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The performance of the travel market during the Spring Festival holiday was strong, despite the box office hitting a six-year low. The enthusiasm for travel among Chinese citizens is high, especially at tourist attractions in Australia like the Twelve Apostles, which attracted a large number of Chinese tourists. Macau's gaming revenue grew by 4.5%, and the number of tourists reached a new high, indicating that residents' willingness to spend has not diminished, but the film market needs to rely on richer content and themes to recover

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Mainland China's Spring Festival travel boom, movie "God of Wealth" also lands in Australia. Analysis: Long holidays prioritize travel

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Citigroup expects Macau's gaming revenue to reach MOP 22.5 billion in March, a year-on-year increase of 14%. The total gaming revenue for February was MOP 20.627 billion, averaging about MOP 737 million per day, exceeding expectations. The combined gaming revenue for the first two months was MOP 43.3 billion, an increase of 14%. Several concerts are scheduled for March, which is expected to further boost gaming revenue growth

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Citi expects Macau's gaming revenue to reach 22.5 billion yuan in March, up 14% year-on-year

JP Morgan's report shows that Macau's gaming revenue in February increased by 4% year-on-year, reaching MOP 20.6 billion, exceeding expectations. The demand from high-end customers drove the average daily revenue in the last week to MOP 1 billion. In the first two months, GGR grew by 14%, recovering to 86% of pre-pandemic levels. Despite poor GGR performance in March, JP Morgan remains optimistic about Galaxy Entertainment, with a target price of HKD 52. Sands China and MGM China have target prices of HKD 22 and HKD 18, respectively, both receiving an "overweight" rating. SJM Holdings and Melco International Development received a "reduce" rating

Morgan Stanley: Macau's February gaming revenue exceeds expectations, urges to maintain selective preference for Galaxy Entertainment

Macau's gaming revenue rose by 4.5% in February, exceeding expectations, driven by a surge in tourist arrivals during the Lunar New Year. This increase highlights the critical role of tourism in Macau's economy, especially during festive periods. The positive revenue performance indicates a strong start to the year as the city recovers from past economic difficulties.

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Macau's Gaming Revenue Surges in February Amid Lunar New Year Boost

Macau's gaming revenue rose 4.5% in February, reaching 20.62 billion patacas, surpassing analyst estimates of 1% growth, thanks to a boost from Chinese New Year tourism. This revenue is 81.3% of pre-pandemic levels. However, casinos face profit margin pressures due to competition for mass-market players and a decline in VIP clients following regulatory changes. Operators must manage costs while attracting gamblers, amid challenges from China's economic slowdown and property market issues.

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Macau gaming revenue beats estimate on Chinese New Year boom

Citigroup's report shows that the Macau gaming industry started strong in the Year of the Horse, with high-end mid-market per capita bets reaching a record high of MOP 29,625, an increase of 13% compared to last year. It was observed that the number of high rollers with bets exceeding MOP 500,000 increased to 7, and the minimum bet for baccarat rose to MOP 2,347. Citigroup is optimistic about Macau's total gaming revenue forecast for 2026, expecting a growth of 1% to MOP 20 billion. Gaming stocks performed well, with Galaxy Entertainment seeing the largest increase of 3.1%

Citigroup expects Macau's gaming industry to have a strong start in the Year of the Horse, with high-end mid-market per capita betting reaching a new high

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HSBC Research's Investment Ratings and Target Prices for Gaming Stocks (Table)

UBS's investment ratings and target prices for Macau gaming stocks (Table)

SJM Holdings posts FY loss attributable of HK$429 mln

SJM Holdings Swings to Loss in 2025

Mainland China's Spring Festival travel boom, movie "God of Wealth" also lands in Australia. Analysis: Long holidays prioritize travel