Core Viewpoint - Goldman Sachs reports that Sands China (01928) declared an interim dividend of HKD 0.25 per share, consistent with the previous year's final dividend, but with an increased payout ratio of 63% [1] Group 1: Dividend and Financial Projections - The bank expects the final dividend for 2025 to remain at HKD 0.25, leading to a total annual dividend of HKD 0.50; it anticipates gradual increases to HKD 0.80 in 2026 and HKD 1.00 in 2027 [1] - Sands China's target price is slightly raised from HKD 21.5 to HKD 21.6, maintaining a "Buy" rating [1] Group 2: Market Conditions and Business Strategy - Despite some investor disappointment compared to Galaxy Entertainment (00027) increasing its dividend, Goldman Sachs believes Sands China's decision aligns with expectations due to fluctuations in market share and increased promotional activities to address competition [1] - The management has indicated that the short-term goal is to enhance gaming volume, aiming for EBITDA to reach between USD 2.6 billion and USD 2.7 billion, which is expected to be achieved by 2026 [1] - Unlike other gaming companies that base dividends on payout ratios, Sands China prefers to maintain consistent dividend amounts across different market cycles, as evidenced by its stability during the anti-corruption period from 2014 to 2015 [1]
高盛：微升金沙中国目标至21.6港元 料未来派息有上行空间