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Melco Resorts & Entertainment LimitedNasdaqGS:MLCO Stock Report

Market Cap US$2.2b
Share Price
US$5.82
US$10.92
46.7% undervalued intrinsic discount
1Y-1.9%
7D5.1%
1D
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Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited

NasdaqGS:MLCO Stock Report

Market Cap: US$2.2b

Melco Resorts & Entertainment (MLCO) Stock Overview

Develops, owns, and operates casino gaming and resort facilities in Macau, the Philippines, Cyprus, and internationally. More details

MLCO fundamental analysis
Snowflake Score
Valuation5/6
Future Growth3/6
Past Performance4/6
Financial Health0/6
Dividends0/6

Rewards

Trading at 64% below our estimate of its fair value

Earnings are forecast to grow 18.03% per year

Earnings grew by 276.6% over the past year

Trading at good value compared to peers and industry

Risk Analysis

Interest payments are not well covered by earnings

Negative shareholders equity

Large one-off items impacting financial results


MLCO Community Fair Values

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Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited Competitors

Price History & Performance

Summary of share price highs, lows and changes for Melco Resorts & Entertainment
Historical stock prices
Current Share PriceUS$5.82
52 Week HighUS$10.15
52 Week LowUS$5.19
Beta0.58
1 Month Change8.58%
3 Month Change4.30%
1 Year Change-1.86%
3 Year Change-52.45%
5 Year Change-66.28%
Change since IPO-72.99%

Recent News & Updates

Seeking Alpha • May 03

Melco Resorts: Q1 2026 Earnings Confirms Our Bullish Case

Summary Melco Resorts & Entertainment maintains cost discipline and premium positioning, driving resilient margins amid intense Macau competition. MLCO's 1Q26 adjusted property EBITDA margins rose to 27.4%, with 16% YoY EBITDA growth in Macau, supporting a 5% share price pop post-earnings. The upcoming 2H26 launch of the REM hotel positions MLCO as the only operator with new premium capacity, expected to catalyze earnings and market share gains. Trading at 6.5x forward EV/EBITDA, MLCO offers 48% upside to a 9.8x target multiple; Buy rating maintained, with risks from slower GGR growth and new property execution. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article • Feb 17

Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited Just Beat EPS By 7.6%: Here's What Analysts Think Will Happen Next

It's been a sad week for Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited ( NASDAQ:MLCO ), who've watched their investment drop...

Recent updates

Seeking Alpha • May 03

Melco Resorts: Q1 2026 Earnings Confirms Our Bullish Case

Summary Melco Resorts & Entertainment maintains cost discipline and premium positioning, driving resilient margins amid intense Macau competition. MLCO's 1Q26 adjusted property EBITDA margins rose to 27.4%, with 16% YoY EBITDA growth in Macau, supporting a 5% share price pop post-earnings. The upcoming 2H26 launch of the REM hotel positions MLCO as the only operator with new premium capacity, expected to catalyze earnings and market share gains. Trading at 6.5x forward EV/EBITDA, MLCO offers 48% upside to a 9.8x target multiple; Buy rating maintained, with risks from slower GGR growth and new property execution. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article • Feb 17

Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited Just Beat EPS By 7.6%: Here's What Analysts Think Will Happen Next

It's been a sad week for Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited ( NASDAQ:MLCO ), who've watched their investment drop...
Analysis Article • Apr 14

Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited's (NASDAQ:MLCO) Revenues Are Not Doing Enough For Some Investors

When you see that almost half of the companies in the Hospitality industry in the United States have price-to-sales...
Analysis Article • Feb 01

Investors Could Be Concerned With Melco Resorts & Entertainment's (NASDAQ:MLCO) Returns On Capital

If we're looking to avoid a business that is in decline, what are the trends that can warn us ahead of time? Businesses...
Analysis Article • Dec 27

Little Excitement Around Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited's (NASDAQ:MLCO) Revenues

Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited's ( NASDAQ:MLCO ) price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 0.5x might make it look like...
Seeking Alpha • Dec 27

Melco Resorts: Leverage And Capex Are Still Concerns, Even With A Macau Rebound

Summary Melco Resorts shows some Q3’24 improvement, but high capex costs and financial leverage hinder profitability and shareholder returns. Operating income barely covers interest expenses; substantial debt and upcoming maturities pose significant financial risks. Macau tourism recovery is slower than expected, adding to the challenges of improving profitability in a competitive market. Despite some positive strides this quarter, I remain cautious due to financial risks and recommend investors carefully consider these before investing. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article • Dec 06

Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited (NASDAQ:MLCO) Shares Could Be 22% Below Their Intrinsic Value Estimate

Key Insights The projected fair value for Melco Resorts & Entertainment is US$8.36 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to...
Analysis Article • Nov 09

Should You Investigate Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited (NASDAQ:MLCO) At US$6.83?

Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited ( NASDAQ:MLCO ), might not be a large cap stock, but it received a lot of...
Seeking Alpha • Oct 01

Melco Resorts Has Been Left Financially Distressed

Summary Melco Resorts & Entertainment has faced significant challenges in past years from China's response to COVID, as tourism in Macau has suffered greatly. While Macau's tourism has recovered and the Chinese economy looks to gain from stimulus measures, remaining strict VIP casino guidelines continue to pressure the overall performance. Melco's relatively low margin level and high debt leverage risks to investors, and pose a major risk. Melco's real estate holdings should still provide a good safety net. The MLCO stock's valuation looks fair, but I suggest caution as the high debt highly leverages shareholders' returns. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article • Sep 27

The Market Lifts Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited (NASDAQ:MLCO) Shares 40% But It Can Do More

Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited ( NASDAQ:MLCO ) shares have had a really impressive month, gaining 40% after a...
Analysis Article • Sep 19

Be Wary Of Melco Resorts & Entertainment (NASDAQ:MLCO) And Its Returns On Capital

What financial metrics can indicate to us that a company is maturing or even in decline? A business that's potentially...
Analysis Article • Aug 03

Slammed 29% Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited (NASDAQ:MLCO) Screens Well Here But There Might Be A Catch

Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited ( NASDAQ:MLCO ) shareholders that were waiting for something to happen have been...
Seeking Alpha • Jul 17

Melco Resorts: Not Willing To Roll The Dice With The Debt Stack

Summary Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited shares have declined 11% while the market has gone up 9% since initial coverage. Since the initial write-up, the company appears to be making good (but slow) progress. The macro situation is improving for travel and demand for resorts and gaming has led to Melco Resorts' improving financial position, paying down debt steadily. Recent results show growth in Macau, but I have concerns remain about high capex costs, high interest expenses, and leverage ratios. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article • Jun 17

The Returns On Capital At Melco Resorts & Entertainment (NASDAQ:MLCO) Don't Inspire Confidence

When researching a stock for investment, what can tell us that the company is in decline? Businesses in decline often...
Analysis Article • May 13

Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited's (NASDAQ:MLCO) P/S Still Appears To Be Reasonable

With a median price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of close to 1.2x in the Hospitality industry in the United States, you...
Seeking Alpha • Mar 13

Melco Resorts: A High Valuation And Debt Overhang

Summary Melco Resorts reported another adjusted EBITDA positive quarter with an increase in both revenues and EPS. The macro situation is improving for travel and demand for resorts and gaming has led Melco Resorts' improving financial position, paying down debt. While debt reduction is a priority, the valuation is not as cheap as it appears due to high interest costs and high capex costs that should persist into the future. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article • Mar 03

Be Wary Of Melco Resorts & Entertainment (NASDAQ:MLCO) And Its Returns On Capital

When researching a stock for investment, what can tell us that the company is in decline? A business that's potentially...
Analysis Article • Dec 22

The Market Lifts Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited (NASDAQ:MLCO) Shares 26% But It Can Do More

Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited ( NASDAQ:MLCO ) shareholders are no doubt pleased to see that the share price has...
Analysis Article • Dec 14

Is There An Opportunity With Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited's (NASDAQ:MLCO) 49% Undervaluation?

Key Insights Melco Resorts & Entertainment's estimated fair value is US$16.35 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity...
Analysis Article • Aug 13

At US$12.00, Is Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited (NASDAQ:MLCO) Worth Looking At Closely?

Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited ( NASDAQ:MLCO ), is not the largest company out there, but it saw a double-digit...
Analysis Article • Jun 08

Estimating The Intrinsic Value Of Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited (NASDAQ:MLCO)

Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Melco Resorts & Entertainment fair value estimate is US$14.66...
Analysis Article • Mar 05

Calculating The Fair Value Of Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited (NASDAQ:MLCO)

Key Insights The projected fair value for Melco Resorts & Entertainment is US$12.62 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to...
Analysis Article • Jan 11

Why Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited (NASDAQ:MLCO) Could Be Worth Watching

Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited ( NASDAQ:MLCO ), might not be a large cap stock, but it received a lot of...
Analysis Article • Sep 27

Is Melco Resorts & Entertainment (NASDAQ:MLCO) Using Debt In A Risky Way?

The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...
Seeking Alpha • Sep 14

Melco Resorts submits tender proposal for gaming concession

Melco Resorts (Macau) a subsidiary of Melco Resorts & Entertainment (NASDAQ:MLCO) on September 14, 2022 submitted its detailed proposal in relation to the public tender for new gaming concessions launched by the Macau Government in July this year. "I would like to thank the Macau government for this opportunity. Our proposal reinforces our commitment to Macau and the further diversification of its economy. We look forward to playing a leadership role in partnering with the Macau government to execute on the government’s vision." said Mr. Lawrence Ho, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Seeking Alpha • Sep 05

Melco: Fundamentals Remain Solid Through The Headwinds

Summary As expected, Melco sustained EBITDA losses this quarter amid the impact of COVID restrictions on the Macau operations. While the near-term guidance is uncertain, Melco’s liquidity runway provides a nice buffer against any headwinds. The discounted valuation offers compelling value, particularly with management actively working to address the ADR delisting overhang. Looking through the industry-wide gross gaming revenue ((GGR)) weakness in recent quarters, I continue to see the long-term value in Melco's (MLCO) leadership in the lucrative Macau premium mass segment. Plus, the company retains a collection of high-quality assets that ensure ample room for future upside as it capitalizes on an eventual GGR recovery in the coming years. In the meantime, MLCO has done a great job on cost-cutting and given some of these cuts are structural, expect the EBITDA margin improvement to sustain over the long run as well. At the current valuation of ~5x FY24 EV/EBITDA, the stock trades at a wide discount to historical levels, presenting compelling re-rating potential from here. The key near-term catalyst remains the US-listed depositary receipt (ADR) delisting issue - with MLCO actively exploring mitigating measures such as an auditor change and a Hong Kong listing, positive progress on addressing the delisting risk could drive a re-rate. MarketScreener COVID Restrictions Weigh on Q2 2022 Results It came as no major surprise that MLCO’s Q2 2022 results was below par, with a - $13.8m EBITDA loss (vs. +$56m EBITDA in Q1 2022) headlining the print. Adjusted for luck factor (i.e., the casino’s take per dollar of rolling chip volume), the EBITDA loss would have been wider at -$16mn (vs. a $48m EBITDA in Q1 2022), as Macau activity suffered from the impact of travel restrictions amid the Omicron outbreak across China. Of note, Macau mass table GGR stands at only 14% of the pre-COVID base (or down ~60% QoQ), while the VIP rolling chip was even lower at ~4% (or down 76% QoQ). All things considered, the hold-adjusted EBITDA loss of ~$27m (including a ~$2m hold benefit) at City of Dreams Macau was a decent result. The good news, though, is that MLCO has further reduced its daily opex to $1.7m (down from ~$1.8m in Q1 2022 and ~$1.9m in Q4 2021), highlighting its flexibility on the cost side. Melco Results in the Philippines operation was better, as City of Dreams Manila saw a continued GGR recovery at >60% of pre-COVID levels (vs. ~54% in Q1 2022), matching key peer Bloomberry’s (OTC:BLBRF) quarterly performance. Key drivers include a solid increase in VIP volume and mass GGR, as the property continues to operate at full capacity. Benefiting from the government reducing the COVID alert to its lowest level, the revenue growth is flowing through the P&L as well, with EBITDA up ~31% QoQ to $46m. Similarly, the Cyprus operations reported EBITDA expansion to ~S$6m (vs. ~$1m in Q1 2022) on a GGR recovery back to pre-pandemic levels following the loosened travel restrictions since mid-April. Melco Cautious Guidance Maintained Amid Macau Uncertainty Understandably, MLCO’s commentary was cautious on the call. Thus far, the post-COVID lockdown recovery has been slower than expected in the last two weeks (though Macau’s GGR did improve over the period). While Q3 could be difficult, there are seasonal tailwinds in Q4, including the October Golden Week, which could add some cheer on a potential demand recovery. Still, management has lowered expectations, guiding that the process will still be slow and dependent on the outcome of the upcoming National Party Congress Meeting. Given the low visibility into a future demand recovery, the company is continuing to control what it can – this means an emphasis on cost control, with daily opex set to be even lower than the ~$1.7m run rate in Q2. Post-repurchase (~10m shares and ~25m ADRs), MLCO’s balance sheet is also as strong as ever, with a total liquidity of ~ $2.8bn (comprising ~ $1.65bn of cash and ~ $1.15bn from available facilities) as of quarter-end. The solid liquidity position and burn rate bodes well for the MLCO runway, while the normalization of City of Dreams Manila and Cyprus should offer additional support. Finally, the reduction of the overall budget of the Studio City Phase 2 project over the course of a smooth construction phase significantly alleviates the capex outlook, with only ~ $250m left to be incurred this year. Melco Auditor Change to Address the ADR Delisting Overhang
Analysis Article • Aug 19

Analysts Just Slashed Their Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited (NASDAQ:MLCO) EPS Numbers

One thing we could say about the analysts on Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited ( NASDAQ:MLCO ) - they aren't...
Seeking Alpha • Aug 17

Melco Resorts & Entertainment Q2 2022 Earnings Preview

Melco Resorts & Entertainment (NASDAQ:MLCO) is scheduled to announce Q2 earnings results on Thursday, August 18th, before market open. The consensus EPS Estimate is -$0.44 (-25.7% Y/Y) and the consensus Revenue Estimate is $355.76M (-37.2% Y/Y). Over the last 2 years, MLCO has beaten EPS estimates 38% of the time and has beaten revenue estimates 13% of the time.
Analysis Article • Jun 30

Are Investors Undervaluing Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited (NASDAQ:MLCO) By 33%?

In this article we are going to estimate the intrinsic value of Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited ( NASDAQ:MLCO...
Seeking Alpha • Jun 23

Melco's Cyprus Foray Interests Us, But Still Too Risky

Melco is majorly exposed to Macau which is the most problematic region right now in relation to COVID-19. The Cyprus foray interests us and is a major opportunity into the somewhat untapped middle eastern market. On a valuation basis, it appears economically priced compared to peers, but the resort and convention exposure puts it in the firing line of interest rate hikes. A pass.
Analysis Article • Jun 03

At US$5.70, Is Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited (NASDAQ:MLCO) Worth Looking At Closely?

Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited ( NASDAQ:MLCO ), is not the largest company out there, but it received a lot of...
Analysis Article • May 07

Need To Know: Analysts Just Made A Substantial Cut To Their Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited (NASDAQ:MLCO) Estimates

Today is shaping up negative for Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited ( NASDAQ:MLCO ) shareholders, with the analysts...

Shareholder Returns

MLCOUS HospitalityUS Market
7D5.1%-0.6%-0.1%
1Y-1.9%-7.3%26.3%

Return vs Industry: MLCO exceeded the US Hospitality industry which returned -8.4% over the past year.

Return vs Market: MLCO underperformed the US Market which returned 26.2% over the past year.

Price Volatility

Is MLCO's price volatile compared to industry and market?
MLCO volatility
MLCO Average Weekly Movement4.7%
Hospitality Industry Average Movement7.3%
Market Average Movement7.2%
10% most volatile stocks in US Market16.6%
10% least volatile stocks in US Market3.1%

Stable Share Price: MLCO has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.

Volatility Over Time: MLCO's weekly volatility (5%) has been stable over the past year.

About the Company

FoundedEmployeesCEOWebsite
200322,961Lawrence Howww.melco-resorts.com

Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited develops, owns, and operates casino gaming and resort facilities in Macau, the Philippines, Cyprus, and internationally. It operates through City of Dreams, Studio City, Altira Macau, Mocha, City of Dreams Manila, City of Dreams Mediterranean and Other, Other Operations, and Corporate and Other segments. The company owns and operates City of Dreams, an integrated resort that has gaming tables and gaming machines; suites and villas; food and beverage outlets; retail outlets; a wet stage performance theater; and recreation and leisure facilities, including health and fitness clubs, swimming pools, spas and salons, and banquet and meeting facilities in Cotai, Macau.

Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited Fundamentals Summary

How do Melco Resorts & Entertainment's earnings and revenue compare to its market cap?
MLCO fundamental statistics
Market capUS$2.24b
Earnings (TTM)US$229.35m
Revenue (TTM)US$5.30b
9.9x
P/E Ratio
0.4x
P/S Ratio

Is MLCO overvalued?

See Fair Value and valuation analysis

Earnings & Revenue

Key profitability statistics from the latest earnings report (TTM)
MLCO income statement (TTM)
RevenueUS$5.30b
Cost of RevenueUS$3.29b
Gross ProfitUS$2.01b
Other ExpensesUS$1.78b
EarningsUS$229.35m

Last Reported Earnings

Mar 31, 2026

Next Earnings Date

n/a

Earnings per share (EPS)0.59
Gross Margin37.98%
Net Profit Margin4.33%
Debt/Equity Ratio-746.0%

How did MLCO perform over the long term?

See historical performance and comparison

Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/06/04 05:48
End of Day Share Price 2026/06/04 00:00
Earnings2026/03/31
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

Data Sources

The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.

PackageDataTimeframeExample US Source *
Company Financials10 years
  • Income statement
  • Cash flow statement
  • Balance sheet
Analyst Consensus Estimates+3 years
  • Forecast financials
  • Analyst price targets
Market Prices30 years
  • Stock prices
  • Dividends, Splits and Actions
Ownership10 years
  • Top shareholders
  • Insider trading
Management10 years
  • Leadership team
  • Board of directors
Key Developments10 years
  • Company announcements

* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.

Unless specified all financial data is based on a yearly period but updated quarterly. This is known as Trailing Twelve Month (TTM) or Last Twelve Month (LTM) Data. Learn more.

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Analyst Sources

Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited is covered by 35 analysts. 11 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Phoebe TseBarclays
Vitaly UmanskyBernstein
Karl ChoiBofA Global Research