Gaming and Leisure Properties Updates on $1.5B Project Progress
Gaming and Leisure Properties (GLPI) provided updates on several recent progress milestones associated with four operating partners across five projects. In total, these five projects amount to approximately $1.5B of GLPI capital commitments. GLPI is providing a summary of recent events related to the following project commitments: Caesars (CZR) Republic Sonoma County, Bally's (BALY) Chicago, Bally's Baton Rouge, PENN Entertainment's (PENN) M Resort, and Ione Band of Miwok Indians' Acorn Ridge. Following the recent receipt of the declination letter from the National Indian Gaming Commission, GLPI funded its $45M share of the $200M term loan B tranche. The $45M participation in the term loan B is part of GLPI's broader $225M commitment to the project, with the remaining $180M commitment in the form of a delayed draw term loan, priced at 12.5%. Of the $225M total GLPI commitment, no less than $112.5M, and up to a maximum of $180M, will convert to a 45-year sublease, at a cap rate of 9.75%, upon or prior to maturity of the 6-year term loans. Caesars Entertainment and Dry Creek Rancheria broke ground on the new four+ star resort in August of 2025. When completed, the resort, located just outside of Healdsburg, California, and in the heart of Sonoma wine country, will feature a premier gaming experience, overlooking the Alexander Valley and Russian River, with 1,000 slot machines and 28 table games, a 100-room hotel, four restaurants, three bars, a luxury spa, pool, and fitness center. The project is expected to be completed in the summer of 2027. Construction activity continues on the Bally's Chicago site, with the exterior shell rising, on average, two floors per week. Following its approximately $125M initial funding in October, GLPI funded an additional $76M, leaving approximately $739M of remaining funding under the $940M commitment. When complete, the project will bring an iconic, world-class entertainment destination to the city of Chicago, featuring a 178,000 square-foot casino with over 3,300 slots and 170 table games, a 500-room luxury hotel, vibrant dining and nightlife, extensive event space, and a community-enhancing riverwalk and green space. On December 6, Bally's will host the grand opening of the re-imagined Bally's Baton Rouge at the site of the former Belle of Baton Rouge. The new land-based facility, located in downtown Baton Rouge, features 25,000 square-feet of casino space, premium hotel product, multiple food and beverage experiences, a sportsbook, and a host of other entertainment amenities. As of December 4, 2025, GLPI funded $92.5M of its $111M commitment to this project. The incremental rental yield on the development funding, and subsequent rent post opening, is 9.0%. PENN Entertainment announced that its M Resort hotel tower and conference space expansion in Las Vegas opened ahead of schedule, with the grand opening taking place on December 3. On November 3, 2025, GLPI funded $150M, at a 7.79% cap rate, in connection with the project. In September 2024, GLPI entered into a $110M delayed draw term loan facility, at an interest rate of 11%, with the Ione Band of Miwok Indians, to fund the tribe's new casino development near Sacramento, California. As previously disclosed, at the conclusion of the 5-year term loan, Ione has the option to convert the outstanding principal into a long-term lease, with an initial term of 25 years and a maximum term of 45 years. As of December 4, 2025, GLPI funded $56.6M of its $110M commitment to this project. The facility remains scheduled to open in February.
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- Fighter Registration: Over 100 fighters have registered for the open tryouts scheduled from January 16-18 at Bally's Traymore Ballroom in Atlantic City, highlighting the event's appeal and market demand for emerging talent.
- Innovative Event Structure: The tryouts combine athletic testing, live entertainment, and fan engagement, with athletes progressing through multiple evaluation stations in a 13,000-square-foot venue, enhancing both the event's entertainment value and participant involvement.
- Media Coverage and Exposure: All activities during the tryouts will be filmed for national broadcast, including a Spanish-language simulcast, aimed at attracting more viewers and athletes, thereby increasing TBL's brand visibility and market recognition.
- Strategic Partnership Outlook: The collaboration between TBL and Bally's marks the beginning of a broader partnership, indicating potential expansion to multiple locations in the future, aimed at providing unique team-based boxing experiences for athletes and fans while driving long-term strategic growth for both parties.
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- Shareholder Structure: The Mathieson family and U.S. gaming group Bally's hold 23% and 38% stakes in Star, respectively, highlighting the influential role of these major shareholders in corporate governance.
- Market Reaction: Following the announcement of the new appointments, Star's shares rose by 4.8% to A$0.11, reflecting market confidence in the new leadership.
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- Strategic Investment: The delayed draw loan will be utilized to pay New York state casino license fees, ensuring Bally's compliance in a competitive market while expanding its business operations.
- Asset Security: The new loans will be secured by substantially all material assets of the company and its wholly-owned subsidiaries, ensuring the safety of the financing and supporting future growth initiatives.
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- Fighter Registration: Over 100 fighters have registered for the open tryouts scheduled from January 16-18 at Bally's Traymore Ballroom in Atlantic City, highlighting the event's appeal and market demand for emerging talent.
- Innovative Event Structure: The tryouts combine athletic testing, live entertainment, and fan engagement, with athletes progressing through multiple evaluation stations in a 13,000-square-foot venue, enhancing both the event's entertainment value and participant involvement.
- Media Coverage and Exposure: All activities during the tryouts will be filmed for national broadcast, including a Spanish-language simulcast, aimed at attracting more viewers and athletes, thereby increasing TBL's brand visibility and market recognition.
- Strategic Partnership Outlook: The collaboration between TBL and Bally's marks the beginning of a broader partnership, indicating potential expansion to multiple locations in the future, aimed at providing unique team-based boxing experiences for athletes and fans while driving long-term strategic growth for both parties.
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Federal Reserve Insights: Dovish comments from Fed Governor Waller indicated a soft labor market and stable inflation, suggesting potential for interest rate cuts, while Atlanta Fed President Bostic expressed concerns about inflation despite solid GDP growth.
Economic Indicators: Upcoming US economic reports are anticipated to show a decrease in initial unemployment claims and a slight increase in CPI, while overseas markets displayed mixed results, with the Euro Stoxx 50 declining and China's Shanghai Composite rising.
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Energy Sector Gains: Energy producers are seeing gains, driven by a rise in WTI crude oil prices following President Trump's announcement of an oil blockade on Venezuela, while mining stocks benefit from increased demand for precious metals amid geopolitical tensions.
Economic Indicators: Upcoming U.S. economic reports are anticipated, including a decrease in initial unemployment claims and a slight rise in consumer sentiment, while mortgage applications have fallen, reflecting a rise in average mortgage rates.
Global Market Trends: Overseas markets show mixed results, with the Euro Stoxx 50 down slightly and China's Shanghai Composite up, while European bond yields are varied, reflecting differing economic conditions across regions.
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Interest Rates and Economic Indicators: The 10-year T-note yield has increased to 4.17%, influenced by rising bond yields in Japan and dovish comments from Fed Governor Waller regarding interest rates. Upcoming economic reports are expected to show a decrease in unemployment claims and a slight rise in CPI.
Stock Movements: Jabil Inc leads gainers in the S&P 500 with a +6% increase after strong earnings, while homebuilding stocks like Lennar are down over -3%. Other notable movers include Albemarle and Lumentum Holdings, both up more than +4%.
International Market Trends: Overseas markets are mixed, with the Euro Stoxx 50 down -0.21% and Japan's Nikkei up +0.26%. European bond yields are also mixed, reflecting varying economic conditions across the region.
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- Executive Change: Star Entertainment has appointed Bruce Mathieson Jr as the new CEO while stepping down as chairman, indicating a significant leadership shift aimed at navigating the company's financial and regulatory challenges.
- Shareholder Structure: The Mathieson family and U.S. gaming group Bally's hold 23% and 38% stakes in Star, respectively, highlighting the influential role of these major shareholders in corporate governance.
- Market Reaction: Following the announcement of the new appointments, Star's shares rose by 4.8% to A$0.11, reflecting market confidence in the new leadership.
- Strategic Restructuring: This executive change comes on the heels of former CEO Steve McCann's resignation, suggesting that the company is actively seeking strategic directions to address its debt and regulatory challenges.
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- Increased Financing Commitment: Bally's has amended its commitment letter with Ares Management and others to raise the initial loan amount to $600 million, along with up to $500 million in delayed draw loans, enhancing the company's financial capacity for future growth.
- Liquidity Enhancement: Proceeds from the initial loan will be used to repay existing loans and cover expenses, ensuring the company's financial stability over the next five years and facilitating investments in online gaming and casino operations.
- Strategic Investment: The delayed draw loan will be utilized to pay New York state casino license fees, ensuring Bally's compliance in a competitive market while expanding its business operations.
- Asset Security: The new loans will be secured by substantially all material assets of the company and its wholly-owned subsidiaries, ensuring the safety of the financing and supporting future growth initiatives.
