Considering investing in casino stocks? While the best casino stocks depend on your portfolio and investment goals, we've identified some casino stocks that are worth keeping an eye on in the gambling and entertainment sector. Keep reading to learn more about casino stocks and how to start investing.
We round up a selection of stocks in or related to the gambling and entertainment industry, weighting the list more heavily towards popular mid- and large-cap stocks.
| Best stock | 1-year return | Market cap | Exchange | Volume | Buy on Qtrade |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scientific Games Corporation (SGMS.US) | (data unavailable) | $5.6 billion (USD) | NASDAQ | (data unavailable) | |
| Everi (EVRI.US) | 4.55% | $1.2 billion (USD) | NYSE | 1,510,547 | |
| MGM Resorts International (MGM.US) | -1.79% | $9.2 billion (USD) | NYSE | 4,755,678 | |
| Wynn Resorts (WYNN.US) | 28.59% | $11.8 billion (USD) | NASDAQ | 1,238,400 | |
| Eldorado Resorts (ERI.US) | (data unavailable) | $3.8 billion (USD) | NASDAQ | (data unavailable) | |
| Penn National Gaming (PENN.US) | -36.37% | $1.9 billion (USD) | NASDAQ | 4,400,142 | |
| Caesars Entertainment Corporation (CZR.US) | -41.74% | $4.7 billion (USD) | NASDAQ | 6,421,151 |
The gambling and entertainment industry is affected by a range of complex factors such as trade policies, regulations, and fluctuating supply and demand. So when considering casino stocks to buy, it's important that you have access to vital information about a company's financial health, leadership team, and market positioning.
Also keep in mind that, while volatility can be ideal for day traders, long-term investors will want to look for stocks to offer steadier gains over time.
A lot of factors go into picking the best casino stocks. Stock performance can be impacted by factors like market conditions, company decisions and global events. Plus, what may be a strong casino stock investment for one person might not be suitable for another.
That said, we rounded up this list of popular casino stocks in or related to the gambling and entertainment industry to help narrow down your options:
Keep in mind that this is not a "best" list or a recommendation. It highlights some casino stocks for informational purposes only and does not indicate past or future performance or investment advice. We do not guarantee any investment performance.
We've outlined detailed company and stock performance details for each casino stock below. Keep reading to decide if any of these companies are the right investment for you.
Scientific Games Corporation, doing business as Light & Wonder Inc. , develops technology-based products and services, and related content for the gaming, lottery, social and digital gaming industries in the United States and internationally. The company's Gaming segment sells new and used gaming machines, electronic table systems, video lottery terminals, conversion game kits, and spare parts; table products, including shufflers; and perpetual licenses to proprietary table games.
| Market Capitalization | $5.6 billion |
|---|---|
| Gross profit (TTM) | $1.5 billion |
| Profit margin | 17.23% |
| Revenue (TTM) | $2.2 billion |
| Earnings per share (TTM) | $3.79 |
Everi Holdings Inc. develops and supplies game content, gaming machines, and gaming systems and services for land-based and iGaming operators in the United States, Canada, Australia, and internationally. It operates through Games and Financial Technology Solutions segments.
| Closing stock price | $14.24 |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalization | $1.2 billion |
| Gross profit (TTM) | $590.4 million |
| Profit margin | 1.92% |
| Revenue (TTM) | $749.9 million |
| Earnings per share (TTM) | $0.16 |
| 52-week stock price range | $13.17 – $14.25 |
MGM Resorts International, through its subsidiaries, operates as a gaming and entertainment company in the United States, China, and internationally. The company operates through four segments: Las Vegas Strip Resorts, Regional Operations, MGM China, and MGM Digital. It operates casino resorts that offer gaming, hotel, convention, dining, entertainment, retail, and other resort amenities, as well as online/digital games through its online platforms.
| Closing stock price | $33.54 |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalization | $9.2 billion |
| Gross profit (TTM) | $7.7 billion |
| Profit margin | 0.40% |
| Revenue (TTM) | $17.3 billion |
| Earnings per share (TTM) | $0.20 |
| 52-week stock price range | $25.30 – $41.32 |
Wynn Resorts, Limited designs, develops, and operates integrated resorts. It operates through four segments: Wynn Palace, Wynn Macau, Las Vegas Operations, and Encore Boston Harbor. The Wynn Palace segment operates private gaming salons and sky casinos; a luxury hotel tower with suites, and villas, including a health club, spa, salon, and pool; food and beverage outlets; retail space; meeting and convention space; and performance lake and floral displays.
| Closing stock price | $107.45 |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalization | $11.8 billion |
| Gross profit (TTM) | $4.9 billion |
| Profit margin | 7.09% |
| Revenue (TTM) | $7.1 billion |
| Earnings per share (TTM) | $4.51 |
| 52-week stock price range | $64.80 – $134.72 |
Caesars Entertainment, Inc. operates as a casino-entertainment company in the United States. The company operates resorts primarily under the Caesars, Harrah's, Horseshoe, and Eldorado brand names.
| Market Capitalization | $3.8 billion |
|---|---|
| Gross profit (TTM) | $1.3 billion |
| Profit margin | -13.58% |
| Revenue (TTM) | $1.9 billion |
| Earnings per share (TTM) | $1.20 |
PENN Entertainment, Inc. , together with its subsidiaries, provides integrated entertainment, sports content, and casino gaming experiences. The company operates through five segments: Northeast, South, West, Midwest, and Interactive.
| Closing stock price | $12.84 |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalization | $1.9 billion |
| Gross profit (TTM) | $2.7 billion |
| Profit margin | -13.24% |
| Revenue (TTM) | $6.8 billion |
| Earnings per share (TTM) | -$6.08 |
| 52-week stock price range | $12.67 – $23.08 |
Caesars Entertainment, Inc. operates as a gaming and hospitality company. The company owns, leases, brands, or manages domestic properties in 18 states with slot machines, video lottery terminals and e-tables, and hotel rooms, as well as table games, including poker.
| Closing stock price | $20.70 |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalization | $4.7 billion |
| Gross profit (TTM) | $5.7 billion |
| Profit margin | -2.12% |
| Revenue (TTM) | $11.4 billion |
| Earnings per share (TTM) | -$1.15 |
| 52-week stock price range | $18.25 – $40.00 |
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