Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2025-08-13 09:35Core Viewpoint - Macquarie's report indicates that Galaxy Entertainment (00027) has shown a 10% year-on-year increase in net revenue for the second quarter, with an 8% quarter-on-quarter growth, while gaming revenue rose by 16% year-on-year and 10% quarter-on-quarter, slightly below the firm's forecast [1] Financial Performance - Adjusted EBITDA increased by 12% year-on-year and 8% quarter-on-quarter, exceeding the firm's forecast by 2% [1] - The firm has adjusted its adjusted EBITDA forecasts for Galaxy Entertainment for 2025 and 2026 down by 0.1% and 0.5%, respectively, but raised the 2027 forecast by 0.6% [1] Target Price and Rating - The target price for Galaxy Entertainment has been raised by 4%, from HKD 53.6 to HKD 55.6, while maintaining an "outperform" rating [1] Dividend Announcement - Galaxy Entertainment declared an interim dividend of HKD 0.7, with a payout ratio of 58%, an increase from 50% in the same period last year, surpassing market expectations [1] - The firm believes that due to strong free cash flow and net cash accumulation, Galaxy Entertainment is financially capable of maintaining this payout ratio, with an expected payout ratio of 60% for the year, translating to a cash dividend yield of 3.5% [1]