MLCOMelco Resorts & Entertainment Limited shows solid fundamental recovery and stable thematic positioning in the gaming and resort sector, but technical indicators suggest a cautious short-term outlook. Suitable for investors with a medium to long-term horizon.
Strong presence in integrated casino resorts across Asia and Europe with expanding operations in emerging gambling tourism markets. Stable market position with potential thematic growth as leisure travel rebounds.
The company has returned to profitability with improving revenue and positive net margins; however, leverage remains high and valuation is elevated. Cash flow has normalized though debt levels warrant monitoring.
Technical indicators reflect a neutral to cautious posture with mixed signals from oscillators and moving averages. The stock is near its 52-week high but is facing resistance and shows signs of being overbought on shorter time frames.
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Market Leadership & Dominance | 85 |
| Geographic Diversification | 80 |
| Sector Exposure | 70 |
| Innovation & Branding | 65 |
| Regulatory Environment | 55 |
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 40 |
| Profitability | 60 |
| Growth | 75 |
| Balance Sheet Health | 35 |
| Cash Flow | 70 |
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Trend Analysis | 60 |
| Momentum | 40 |
| Volume Confirmation | 65 |
| Support & Resistance | 65 |
Improving Earnings and Profitability
Recent quarterly EPS showed positive surprises with Q2 2025 reported EPS at 0.08 beating the estimate of 0.01, indicating improving earnings momentum after previous volatility.
Reasonable Price-to-Earnings Ratio
The trailing PE ratio of approximately 63 (TTM) is moderate relative to high growth sectors and could indicate reasonable valuation given improving earnings trends.
Thin Net Margins
Net income margin remains low at 0.9% for 2024 Q4 despite improving revenue, indicating high expenses or operational costs constraining profitability.
High Debt Levels Relative to Equity
The company has substantial long-term debt near $7.5 billion (2024 Q4) compared to negative total equity, highlighting financial risk and potential solvency concerns.
February 2020
28
Ex-Dividend Date
March 2020
12
Next Dividend Date
August 2025
11
Next Earnings Date
H: $0.04
A: $0.04
L: $0.04
H: 1.21B
A: 1.20B
L: 1.19B
Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited develops, owns, and operates casino gaming and resort facilities in Asia and Europe. It owns and operates City of Dreams, an integrated casino resort that has gaming tables and gaming machines; suites and villas; restaurants and bars; retail outlets; a wet stage performance theater; and recreation and leisure facilities. The company also operates Altira Macau, a casino hotel, which has gaming tables and gaming machines; hotel rooms; dining and casual restaurants; recreation and leisure facilities; and non-gaming amenities. In addition, it operates Studio City, a cinematically themed integrated resort with gaming facilities, hotel, entertainment, retail, and food and beverage outlets in Cotai, Macau. Further, the company owns and operates Mocha Clubs with gaming machines, as well as Grand Dragon casino in Taipa Island, Macau. Additionally, it operates and manages City of Dreams Manila, an integrated resort in the Entertainment City complex in Manila; a casino in Limassol and satellite casinos in Nicosia, Ayia Napa, and Paphos in Cyprus; and develops and operates City of Dreams Mediterranean, an integrated casino resort in Cyprus. The company was formerly known as Melco Crown Entertainment Limited and changed its name to Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited in April 2017. Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited was incorporated in 2004 and is based in Central, Hong Kong. The company operates as a subsidiary of Melco Leisure and Entertainment Group Limited.
7.43 USD
The 39 analysts offering 1 year price forecasts for MLCO have a max estimate of 10.00 and a min estimate of 4.60.