First Shanghai Securities·2025-08-14 09:44Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for Galaxy Entertainment Group with a target price of HKD 49.81, representing a potential upside of 26.61% from the current stock price of HKD 39.34 [2][10]. Core Insights - Galaxy Entertainment Group reported strong Q2 2025 results with a net revenue increase of 10.3% year-on-year and 7.5% quarter-on-quarter, reaching HKD 12.04 billion, which is 91.4% of the 2019 level [5]. - The adjusted EBITDA grew by 12.4% year-on-year and 8.3% quarter-on-quarter to HKD 3.57 billion, with an EBITDA margin of 29.6% [5]. - The company announced an interim dividend of HKD 0.7 per share, raising the payout ratio to 59%, marking it as the first in the industry to increase dividends [5]. - The introduction of smart gaming tables and the launch of the Capella Hotel and Resort are expected to enhance market share and attract high-quality customers [10]. Summary by Sections Galaxy Entertainment Group Performance - Q2 2025 net revenue was HKD 12.04 billion, a 10.3% increase year-on-year and a 7.5% increase quarter-on-quarter [5]. - VIP gaming table turnover increased by 20.8% year-on-year and 20.2% quarter-on-quarter [5]. - The adjusted EBITDA reached HKD 3.57 billion, with a year-on-year growth of 12.4% [5]. Hotel and Casino Operations - "Galaxy Macau" and the StarWorld Hotel reported net revenues of HKD 10 billion and HKD 1.17 billion, respectively, with year-on-year growth of 16% and a decrease of 11.5% [6]. - The EBITDA for "Galaxy Macau" was HKD 3.33 billion, reflecting a 19.5% year-on-year increase [6]. Future Developments - The Capella Hotel and Resort is set to officially open soon, featuring high-end amenities aimed at attracting a new customer base [7]. - The ongoing construction of the fourth phase of "Galaxy Macau" is expected to be completed by 2027, adding significant capacity and facilities [7]. Financial Projections - The report forecasts total net income for 2025 at HKD 47.2 billion, with a year-on-year growth of 8.7% [12]. - The projected EBITDA for 2025 is HKD 13.86 billion, reflecting a 13.7% increase [12]. - The expected net profit for 2025 is HKD 10.13 billion, with a year-on-year growth of 15.7% [12].