Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article highlights the performance of Melco Resorts & Entertainment (MSC), which saw a stock increase of 2.66% to $4.73 per share, with a total market capitalization of $997 million [1] - Financial data indicates that as of June 30, 2025, Melco Resorts reported total revenue of $352 million, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 12.87%, while the net profit attributable to shareholders was -$19.718 million, showing a significant year-on-year increase of 58.93% [1] - Melco Resorts & Entertainment is described as a world-class gaming, retail, and entertainment resort located in Macau, featuring a highly differentiated non-gaming entertainment offering, including the world's first figure-eight Ferris wheel and a 4D Batman flight simulator [1] Group 2 - The resort includes approximately 1,600 luxury hotel rooms, various dining options, and around 35,000 square meters of retail space, enhancing its appeal as a comprehensive entertainment destination [1]

Market Performance - The Hang Seng Index opened 197 points lower and closed 249 points or 1% down at 25,270, with a daily trading volume up over 15% to HK$312.687 billion [1] - The Shanghai Composite Index rose 30 points or 0.8% to 3,696, with a turnover of RMB960.6 billion; the Shenzhen Component Index rose 183 points or 1.6% to 11,634, with a turnover of RMB1.28 trillion; the ChiNext Index rose 64 points or 2.6% to 2,534, with a turnover of RMB652.2 billion [2] - The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 34 points or 0.1% to 44,946; the S&P 500 Index fell 18 points or 0.3% to 6,449; the Nasdaq Composite Index fell 87 points or 0.4% to 21,622 [2] Central Bank Operations - The People's Bank of China conducted a 7 - day reverse repurchase operation worth RMB238 billion at an unchanged rate of 1.4% on the 15th, with a net injection of RMB116 billion after RMB122 billion of reverse repurchases matured. It also carried out a 6 - month buy - out reverse repurchase operation worth RMB500 billion [2] - The central parity rate of the RMB against the US dollar was lowered by 34 points to 7.1371 [2] Corporate News - Huahong Semiconductor is planning to acquire the controlling stake of Shanghai Huili Microelectronics by issuing shares and paying cash, and is currently in contact with potential transaction parties [4] - Argo Biopharma is considering an IPO in Hong Kong, aiming to raise about US$300 million (equivalent to about HK$2.34 billion) [4] - China Shenhua plans a mid - 2025 profit distribution, with the amount not less than 75% and not more than the attributable net profit to shareholders in the first half of the year [4] - Longfor Group issued a profit warning, expecting a 45% drop in profit and a 70% drop in core profit for the six months ended June compared to last year due to the decline in the real estate industry [5] - China Hongqiao reported a 10.1% year - on - year increase in revenue to RMB81.039 billion and a 35% increase in net profit to RMB12.361 billion for the six months ended June, with no interim dividend [5] - Sands China reported a 23.7% year - on - year drop in net profit to US$413 million for the six months ended June, with an interim dividend of HK$0.25 [5] International News - US President Trump and Russian President Putin met in Alaska but did not reach a consensus on a cease - fire in Ukraine. Trump said they discussed land transfer and security guarantees in Ukraine and were close to an agreement, pending Ukraine's approval [3] - Based on the results of the meeting, Trump said he did not think it was necessary to take action regarding China's purchase of Russian oil for the time being and might reconsider in two to three weeks [3] Banking Data - In the first half of 2025, commercial banks in China achieved a cumulative net profit of RMB1.2 trillion. At the end of the second quarter of 2025, the average return on capital was 8.19% and the average return on assets was 0.63% [4]

Core Viewpoint - Goldman Sachs reports that Sands China declared an interim dividend of HKD 0.25 per share, consistent with last year's final dividend, but the payout ratio has increased to 63%. This move aligns with expectations despite being slightly lower compared to other companies, as Sands faces pressure from fluctuating market share in gaming revenue and needs to enhance promotional activities [1] Group 1 - Sands China's management has set a short-term goal to increase gaming volume, aiming for EBITDA to reach USD 2.6 billion to USD 2.7 billion [1] - Goldman Sachs anticipates that this target will be achieved by 2026 [1] - Goldman Sachs has slightly adjusted Sands China's target price from HKD 21.5 to HKD 21.6 while maintaining a "Buy" rating [1]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for Galaxy Entertainment, highlighting the resilience of the gaming industry and the long-term growth potential of the company [6]. Core Insights - Galaxy Entertainment achieved a net revenue of HKD 12 billion in Q2 2025, representing an 8% quarter-on-quarter increase and a 10% year-on-year increase. The adjusted EBITDA was HKD 3.2 billion, with a 7% quarter-on-quarter increase but a 1% year-on-year decline. Key revenue metrics have recovered to 82%, 130%, 138%, and 31% of 2019 levels for total gross revenue, mass market revenue, slot machine revenue, and VIP turnover, respectively [6][8]. - The company has a net cash position of HKD 30.3 billion as of June 30, 2025, and announced an interim dividend of HKD 0.70 per share, with a payout ratio of 58%, up from 50% in 2024 [6][8]. Summary by Sections 1. Overseas Social Services - Galaxy Entertainment's Q2 2025 performance shows a recovery in various revenue streams, with EBITDA returning to 79% of 2019 levels. The Capella Hotel is in trial operation, with full opening expected soon. The Macau Galaxy Phase IV project is progressing, with completion expected in 2027 [6][8]. 2. Overseas Pharmaceuticals - The 2025 medical insurance directory and commercial insurance innovative drug directory preliminary review has been published, with 534 out of 718 submissions passing the initial review. The new directory includes several CAR-T products and other innovative drugs [10][12]. 3. Domestic Pharmaceutical Companies - Crystal Holdings expects a revenue of at least HKD 500 million in H1 2025, a year-on-year increase of approximately 387%. In contrast, Jinxin Reproductive expects a net loss of no more than HKD 1.09 billion due to asset impairments [11][12]. 4. Overseas Pharmaceutical Company Updates - Insmed's DPP-1 inhibitor, BRINSUPRI, has received FDA approval for treating non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis. Novartis's BAFF-R monoclonal antibody has met primary endpoints in two Phase III studies for treating active Sjögren's syndrome [13][14]. 5. Investment Recommendations - The report suggests focusing on innovative drugs and pharmaceutical companies with strong clinical pipelines, including companies like BeiGene, Innovent Biologics, and others [15]. 6. Market Performance - The Hang Seng Healthcare Index rose by 3.50%, outperforming the Hang Seng Index by 1.75 percentage points, indicating a positive market sentiment towards healthcare stocks [8].

格隆汇8月15日丨金沙中国有限公司(01928.HK)公告，集团于2025年上半年的净收益总额为34.9亿美 元，较2024年上半年减少1.7%。集团于2025年上半年的利润为4.13亿美元，同比减少23.7%。于2025年8 月15日，董事会议决向于2025年9月1日名列公司股东名册的股东宣派中期股息每股0.25港元(约0.032美 元)。 澳门伦敦人二期工程主要包括改建澳门喜来登大酒店为伦敦人名汇、升级博彩区，以及增加景点、餐 饮、零售及娱乐选择。澳门喜来登大酒店改建为伦敦人名汇的工程现已完成，标志着澳门首家万豪国际 豪华精选酒店。伦敦人名汇全新装修的客房及套房的建设工程已于2025年4月初完工，合共提供2,405间 客房及套房。该等项目估计总成本为12亿美元，并已于2025年第一季度大致完工。 ...

每经AI快讯，8月15日，金沙中国有限公司(01928.HK)在港交所发布中期业绩报告，上半年收入34.9亿 美元，同比减少1.7%；净利润4.13亿美元，同比减少23.7%。 ...

金沙中国有限公司(01928)公布2025年上半年业绩，经调整物业EBITDA为11亿美元，同比减少5.9%。净 收益总额为34.9亿美元，同比减少1.7%。净利4.13亿美元，同比减少23.66%;每股盈利5.1美仙，中期股 息每股0.25港元。 公告称，经调整物业EBITDA减少主要由于澳门博彩毛收入竞争加剧，导致公司整个业务的娱乐场及餐 饮收益减少。 ...

Group 1 - The revised GDP for Macau in Q2 2025 is 100.39 billion MOP, reflecting a real growth of 5.1% year-on-year, with the economy recovering to 88.8% of the level seen in the same period of 2019 [1] - The number of visitors to Macau increased by nearly 20% year-on-year in Q2, leading to a 6.0% rise in overall service exports, with other tourism services and gaming service exports increasing by 5.9% and 9.9% respectively [1] - Government final consumption expenditure and private consumption expenditure rose by 1.0% and 0.3% year-on-year in Q2, while fixed capital formation fell by 3.7% due to a decrease in private construction projects [1] Group 2 - The revised GDP for Macau in the first half of the year is 200.15 billion MOP, showing a real increase of 1.8% year-on-year, with the economic total recovering to 87.0% of the level seen in the same period of 2019 [2] - Service exports increased by 1.0% year-on-year in the first half, while government final consumption expenditure, private consumption expenditure, and fixed capital formation rose by 1.1%, 0.3%, and 1.8% respectively [2] - The implicit price deflator for GDP decreased by 0.5% year-on-year, indicating a decline in overall price changes [2]

Core Viewpoint - Galaxy Entertainment's Q2 2025 financial results show strong recovery in gaming operations, driven by the concert economy, but stock performance was muted due to profit-taking and operational pressures at the StarWorld Hotel [1][2]. Group 1: Financial Performance - Q2 2025 gaming gross gaming revenue (GGR) reached HKD 12 billion, up 16% year-on-year and 10% quarter-on-quarter, recovering to 82% of Q2 2019 levels [1]. - VIP gaming revenue was HKD 2.4 billion, up 73% year-on-year and 22% quarter-on-quarter, recovering to 33% of Q2 2019 levels [1]. - Mass gaming revenue was HKD 8.8 billion, up 6% year-on-year and 7% quarter-on-quarter, recovering to 130% of Q2 2019 levels [1]. - Slot machine revenue was HKD 800 million, up 19% year-on-year and 8% quarter-on-quarter, recovering to 139% of Q2 2019 levels [1]. - Adjusted EBITDA for Q2 2025 was HKD 3.6 billion, up 12% year-on-year and 8% quarter-on-quarter, recovering to 82% of Q2 2019 levels [1]. Group 2: Entertainment and Customer Traffic - In the first half of 2025, Galaxy hosted 190 entertainment, sports, and exhibition events, resulting in a 65% year-on-year increase in customer traffic [2]. - Notable events included the World Table Tennis Championships and concerts by major artists, leading to a peak daily visitor count of 123,000 [2]. - The company is advancing the upgrade of the StarWorld Hotel and the construction of Phase IV in Cotai, which will feature a theater, water park, and family-friendly facilities, expected to open in 2027 [2]. Group 3: Future Outlook and Valuation - The entertainment momentum is expected to continue into the second half of 2025, with various events planned that could enhance customer traffic across the Cotai area [3]. - The target price for Galaxy has been raised to HKD 49.5, reflecting a valuation premium due to its strong market position and diversified non-gaming offerings [3]. - GGR forecasts for 2025-2027 have been increased by 1.6%, 5.6%, and 2.7% to HKD 459 billion, HKD 529 billion, and HKD 568 billion respectively [3].

Core Viewpoint - Galaxy Entertainment's 2Q25 performance met market expectations, with net revenue of HKD 12.044 billion, a year-on-year increase of 10% and a quarter-on-quarter increase of 8%, recovering to 91% of 2Q19 levels [1] Financial Performance - Adjusted EBITDA for 2Q25 was HKD 3.569 billion, up 12% year-on-year and 8% quarter-on-quarter, aligning closely with Bloomberg's expectation of HKD 3.540 billion [1] - The company announced an interim dividend of HKD 0.70 per share, corresponding to a payout ratio of approximately 60% [1] Growth Drivers - The strong performance was attributed to the opening of the Capella hotel, which increased market share, and entertainment activities that boosted property visitation [1] - Cost control measures helped maintain stable daily operating costs [1] Management Insights - The management expects capital expenditure for 2025 to be HKD 7 billion, with HKD 3 billion spent in the first half of 2025 [1] - The company plans to continue hosting large concerts and entertainment events in Macau, recognizing the sustainability and return potential of integrated resorts [1] Market Positioning - The high-end gaming segment continues to outperform the regular gaming segment, driven by the opening of Capella [1] - The management anticipates that the StarWorld Hotel will benefit from the demand for satellite casinos, which are expected to close by the end of 2025 [1] Investment Outlook - Due to the better-than-expected performance of Capella, the adjusted EBITDA forecasts for 2025 and 2026 have been raised by 5% and 3% to HKD 14.524 billion and HKD 15.330 billion, respectively [2] - The target price has been increased by 6% to HKD 44.80, reflecting an 11% upside potential based on a 10x EV/adjusted EBITDA for 2025 [2]