Financial Performance - In Q2 2025, Wynn Macau reported net revenue of USD 0.883 billion, a slight decrease of 0.2% year-on-year (YoY) and an increase of 2% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) [1][8][9] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q2 2025 was USD 0.25 billion, down 9.5% YoY, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 28.7%, a decrease of 2.95 percentage points YoY [1][4][12] - For the first half of 2025, total revenue reached USD 1.75 billion, down 7.2% YoY, and adjusted EBITDA was USD 0.51 billion, down 18.4% YoY [1][8] Gaming Revenue - Total gaming revenue in Q2 2025 was USD 0.9 billion, an increase of 2% YoY, but below the industry growth rate of 8.3% [3][11] - The total betting amount reached USD 10.28 billion in Q2 2025, up 17.4% YoY, with VIP betting increasing by 27.1% YoY [2][10] - The VIP win rate for Wynn Palace was 2.86%, lower than the expected range of 3.1% to 3.4% [2][10] Market Share and Outlook - Wynn Macau's market share in Q2 2025 was 11.9%, down 0.5 percentage points from 12.4% in Q1 2025 [5][13] - The company plans to invest USD 200-250 million in capital expenditures for property upgrades in 2025 [5] - A new entertainment center at Wynn Palace is expected to open in early 2028, pending government approval [5] Risks - Potential risks include lower-than-expected macroeconomic growth, stricter gaming regulations in Macau, and increased competition in overseas gaming markets [6][13]

Core Viewpoint - MGM China reported better-than-expected performance for Q2 2025, with net revenue of HKD 8.667 billion, a year-on-year increase of 9% and a quarter-on-quarter increase of 8%, recovering to 157% of Q2 2019 levels [1] Financial Performance - Adjusted EBITDA for Q2 2025 was HKD 2.511 billion, up 3% year-on-year and 6% quarter-on-quarter, recovering to 172% of Q2 2019 levels, exceeding Bloomberg consensus estimate of HKD 2.387 billion [1] - Total gaming revenue market share increased to 16.5% in Q2 2025, up from 15.6% in Q1 2025 [1] Business Development Trends - Management observed strong performance across all business segments in July 2025, with expectations for continued strong performance during the summer [1] - The strong market share in July 2025 was attributed to the soft opening of the Alpha Villas targeting ultra-high-end customers, with a full opening expected before the Golden Week in October 2025 [1] - The company aims to maintain its current market share while focusing on product updates and strong performance in high-end mass market operations [1] Market Share and Visitor Trends - Total gaming revenue market share reached 16.6% in Q2 2025, with monthly growth in market share throughout the quarter, peaking at approximately 17% in June 2025, driven by visitor volume and high-end customer engagement [1] - All 28 villa rooms at MGM Macau opened in Q2 2025, and the company plans to maintain a dividend policy with a payout ratio of 50% [1] Earnings Forecast and Valuation - Adjusted EBITDA forecasts for 2025 and 2026 have been raised by 3% to HKD 9.888 billion and HKD 10.271 billion, respectively, due to the opening of villa products [2] - The current stock price corresponds to 7 times the 2025 EV/EBITDA, with an 18% target price increase to HKD 19.80, reflecting a 27% upside potential based on a 9 times 2025 EV/EBITDA valuation [2]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for Sands China Ltd. is maintained as "Buy" with a target price of HKD 21.20 [1][10]. Core Views - The recovery of Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) for Sands China is lagging behind the industry average, with GGR at USD 1.72 billion, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 0.3% and a quarter-on-quarter increase of 6.5%, recovering to 81% of the levels seen in Q2 2019, compared to the industry average of 83% [1][4]. - The company is overly reliant on hotel hardware appeal, which has affected performance due to insufficient customer incentives [1][4]. - The management is optimistic about the refurbishment of The Londoner, which is expected to enhance business through improved customer incentive mechanisms [1][5]. - The parent company has increased its stake in Sands China to 73.4% and plans to gradually restore dividends to pre-pandemic levels, with a projected total dividend of HKD 0.50 in 2025 [1][10]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - Sands China's adjusted EBITDA for Q2 2025 was USD 566 million, a year-on-year increase of 1% and a quarter-on-quarter increase of 6%, recovering to 74% of the levels seen in Q2 2019 [5]. - The company’s revenue forecast for 2025-2027 has been adjusted downwards to HKD 578 billion, HKD 622 billion, and HKD 653 billion respectively [10]. Market Dynamics - The recovery of VIP and mass market segments is below industry standards, with VIP gross revenue at USD 156 million, recovering to only 28% of 2019 levels, while mass market revenue is at USD 1.376 billion, recovering to 99% of 2019 levels [4][10]. - The company has seen strong visitor traffic to Macau, but increased market competition and insufficient customer incentives have hindered performance [4][6]. Non-Gaming Initiatives - Sands China is expanding its non-gaming offerings, including hosting concerts and events to attract diverse customer demographics, with notable performances scheduled for the second half of 2025 [5][32]. - The introduction of various entertainment events is expected to enhance customer engagement and drive GGR recovery [6][32].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the report is that due to the continuous increase in market share, the adjusted EBITDA forecasts for Melco International Development for 2025 and 2026 have been raised by 2% to HKD 14.01 billion and HKD 13.45 billion respectively [1] - The current stock price corresponds to a 5x EV/adjusted EBITDA for 2025, indicating a potential upside of 48% compared to the current stock price [1] Group 2 - In Q1 2025, Melco Resorts reported net revenue of USD 1.232 billion, an increase of 11% year-on-year and 3% quarter-on-quarter, recovering to 89% of Q1 2019 levels [2] - The adjusted property EBITDA for Q1 2025 was USD 341 million, up 14% year-on-year and 15% quarter-on-quarter, exceeding Bloomberg's consensus estimate of USD 315 million [2] - The performance is attributed to the increase in market share at City of Dreams and Studio City in Macau [2] Group 3 - Management indicated that the market share in Macau reached 15.7% in April 2025, with high-end mass gaming continuing to drive performance growth [3] - The show "The House of Dancing Water" premiered at City of Dreams on May 7, 2025 [3] - Management expects the reinvestment rate in the Macau gaming industry to stabilize compared to a year ago [3] Group 4 - During the May Day Golden Week in 2025, the betting volume in Macau properties was strong, with a 20% year-on-year increase in mass gaming at City of Dreams, supported by a 30% increase in property foot traffic [4] - The win amount from rated customers in Macau properties increased by 12% year-on-year [4]

Core Viewpoint - CICC maintains its adjusted EBITDA forecast for Wynn Macau (01128) for 2025 and 2026, with the current stock price corresponding to 8.0 times the 2025 EV/EBITDA. The firm maintains an outperform rating and a target price of HKD 6.90, implying a 26% upside from the current stock price [1]. Group 1: Financial Performance - Wynn Macau reported Q1 2025 results with net revenue of USD 866 million, a year-on-year decline of 13% and a quarter-on-quarter decline of 7%, recovering to 69% of Q1 2019 levels [2]. - Adjusted property EBITDA for Q1 2025 was USD 252 million, down 26% year-on-year and 14% quarter-on-quarter, recovering to 65% of Q1 2019 levels, and falling short of Bloomberg's consensus estimate of USD 274 million [2]. Group 2: Management Insights - Management indicated that tariff policies may impact and delay capital expenditure plans for U.S. operations, but expect no effect on capital and operational expenditures in Macau [3]. - In April 2025, the mid-market betting volume remained stable compared to the same period in 2024, with direct VIP turnover showing year-on-year growth [3]. - The management emphasized that high-end mid-market business is the core development area for the Macau gaming industry, despite a highly competitive marketing rebate environment [3]. - The Wynn Palace's culinary landmark "Fleur" officially opened in May 2025, and the average fixed operating cost for Q1 2025 was USD 2.64 million, expected to maintain this level throughout the year [3]. - During the May Day Golden Week in 2025, mid-market betting volume increased compared to the same period in 2024, with hotel occupancy reaching 100% [3].