Core Insights - Canterbury Park Holding Corporation (CPHC) experienced a 6.9% decline in share price following the release of its fourth-quarter 2024 results, compared to a 2.3% decline in the S&P 500 index during the same period [1] Financial Performance - In Q4 2024, CPHC reported a diluted loss per share of $0.25, down from earnings of $0.27 in the same quarter of the previous year [2] - Net revenues for Q4 2024 were $11.98 million, a decrease of 4.4% from $12.53 million in Q4 2023 [2] - Adjusted EBITDA fell 34.9% year over year to $1.34 million from $2.05 million [2] - For the full year 2024, net revenues were nearly flat at $61.56 million compared to $61.44 million in 2023, but net income plummeted 80% to $2.11 million from $10.56 million [3] - Diluted EPS for the year declined to $0.42 from $2.13, while adjusted EBITDA decreased by 2% to $10.23 million from $10.45 million [3] Business Segments - Casino revenues, the largest segment, declined 4.9% year over year to $8.99 million in Q4 2024, attributed to increased market competition [4] - Pari-mutuel revenues fell 9.5% year over year to $1.13 million due to a lower simulcasting handle [4] - Food & Beverage and Other revenue categories saw modest increases of 1.7% and 2%, respectively [4] Operating Expenses - Operating expenses rose slightly to $12.08 million from $11.94 million in the prior-year period, driven by higher salaries and benefits and increased depreciation expenses [5] - These increases were partially offset by lower advertising and marketing expenses [5] Equity Investments - CPHC recorded a loss from equity investment of $2.1 million in Q4 2024, compared to a gain of $0.939 million in the prior-year quarter [6] Management Strategy - Management acknowledged the seasonally slow nature of Q4 and highlighted efforts to mitigate competitive pressures in casino operations [7] - CEO Randy Sampson outlined initiatives to enhance guest service and expand marketing efforts to attract new patrons [7] - The company introduced table game offerings and emphasized growth in its non-gaming entertainment business, which had a record number of events in 2024 [7] - Cost-control strategies were stressed to drive operating efficiencies while maintaining cash flow generation [8] Capital Expenditure Outlook - CPHC expects capital expenditure to decline year over year in 2025 and 2026, following the completion of its tax increment financing infrastructure and barn redevelopment projects [8] Real Estate Developments - The Canterbury Commons mixed-use real estate project continues to expand, featuring nearly 1,000 residential units, multiple restaurants, breweries, entertainment venues, and 57,000 square feet of office space [9] - Recent updates include an 87% leasing rate for Phase II of The Doran Group's Triple Crown Residences and the completion of repairs for Phase I [10] - 80% of the 147-unit senior housing complex, The Omry at Canterbury, has been leased [10] Additional Developments - CPHC continues to advocate for potential economic benefits if online sports betting is approved in Minnesota, supported by a strong balance sheet with over $15 million in unrestricted cash and short-term investments [12] - The company is unlocking value from its real estate holdings through new partnerships and ongoing discussions with potential developers for the remaining 50 acres of Canterbury Commons [13]