MGM Resorts, Wynn and other gaming stocks slide as analysts cut price targets
A broad selloff in casino equities has prompted Wall Street banks to trim targets and warn investor sentiment will stay negative despite cheap valuations.
CDC Gaming · +13 outlets
MGM Resorts price targets cut by Stifel, Truist, BofA, JPMorgan and Wells Fargo ahead of earnings
Multiple banks lowered MGM targets in the days before its scheduled earnings report, with Stifel at $40, Truist at $45, BofA at $35 and Wells Fargo at $29.
TipRanks · +3 outlets
Nevada regulators clear commercial permits for up to 8,000 autonomous taxis across Clark County
The approvals open Clark County roads to large-scale commercial robotaxi operations, a significant step for autonomous vehicle deployment in Las Vegas.
Nevada Globe · +4 outlets
Canadian man found guilty of felony animal cruelty for taking Peachy the flamingo from Strip casino
A Nevada jury convicted the tourist over a drunken 2023 incident in which the flamingo was taken from a Strip casino habitat, drawing wide national coverage.
Nevada Globe · +14 outlets
Wynn Resorts CEO warns casino industry is threatened by gaming expansion
Speaking in Massachusetts, Craig Billings argued that proliferating gaming options erode the market for existing casinos.
CDC Gaming · +4 outlets
The Venetian Resort signs long-term F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix partnership
The multi-year deal locks in a major Strip property as a partner of the city's Formula One race, which has become a marquee annual event for Las Vegas tourism.
TicketNews · +14 outlets
JPMorgan cuts Las Vegas Sands price target to $54 from $60
The target reduction reflects the broader cautious stance Wall Street has taken on casino operators amid a sector-wide share price slump.
Yahoo Finance · +4 outlets
SAHARA Las Vegas begins accepting cryptocurrency at its casino cage
The Strip property becomes one of the first in Las Vegas to take crypto directly at the cage, testing digital-asset payments in a regulated gaming setting.
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Canadians' Las Vegas boycott gains American support over ongoing dispute
A Canadian travel boycott of Las Vegas is drawing U.S. backers, a potential headwind for the city's crucial cross-border tourism segment.
TheTravel · +4 outlets
Mötley Crüe announces 2027 residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace
The band will play The Colosseum at Caesars Palace from March 19 to April 3, 2027, adding to the Strip's roster of legacy rock residencies.
Business Wire · +13 outlets
Conrad Las Vegas and Crockfords Las Vegas open as LXR Hotels & Resorts on the Strip
The two luxury hotel towers at Resorts World rebrand under Hilton's LXR collection, deepening the Strip's high-end room supply.
Robb Report · +14 outlets
The Venetian brings slide dealing to the Las Vegas Strip
The casino is introducing a hybrid table game variant that mixes blackjack elements with a rotating dealing mechanism, part of ongoing product experimentation o
Casino.com · +7 outlets
Metallica Sphere residency revives rare songs in Las Vegas
The band's Sphere engagement is drawing attention for unearthing deep cuts, a boost for the venue's concert programming.
Casino.com · +13 outlets
Cassandra 'Carrot Top' Thompson returns to the stage a month after suicide attempt
The Las Vegas comedian gave an emotional return performance and spoke publicly about his recovery, drawing national entertainment coverage.
The National News Desk · +6 outlets
North Las Vegas growth brings new homes, hotels and major developments
Development activity is spreading beyond the Strip into North Las Vegas, adding residential and hospitality capacity to the metro area.
KTNV Las Vegas · +14 outlets
Red Rock Resorts shares pull back, analyst sees a buying opportunity
An upgrade argues the locals casino operator's recent share decline presents an entry point despite weak sector sentiment.
Seeking Alpha · +5 outlets
Cyndi Lauper announces 2027 dates at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace
The singer adds 2027 residency shows at the Caesars Palace venue, extending the property's concert calendar.
Business Wire · +1 outlets
Las Vegas pitches Canadian travel advisors with expanded sports, culture and show offerings
Las Vegas tourism marketers are courting Canadian advisors to rebuild cross-border visitation as trade tensions weigh on demand.
Open Jaw · +1 outlets