Asian Casinos A Boon For Las Vegas Sands
Booming Asian Casinos Drive Las Vegas Sands Profits
- Las Vegas Sands reported a Q3 revenue of $2.8 billion, beating analyst estimates, and saw strong growth in Asia particularly from the Marina Bay Sands in Singapore and properties in Macau.
- The high profitability of Asian casinos is driving growth for Las Vegas Sands, with the company's Asian properties drawing in the bulk of its revenue.
- Las Vegas Sands is undergoing expansions at Marina Bay Sands and in Macau, illustrating the company's continued investment and belief in the growing Asian market.
- As the Covid-19 recovery accelerates, Las Vegas Sands announced a $2 billion share repurchase plan through 2025, demonstrating a shift in capital-return strategies to shareholders.
- Las Vegas Sands is also proposing for a gaming license in New York, indicating the company's intent to establish a $5 billion casino resort in Nassau County on Long Island.