The chart below shows how RRR performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, RRR sees a -1.95% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a -1.23% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by +0.22%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Record Q4 Revenue Growth: Las Vegas operations achieved record fourth quarter net revenue of $492.6 million, a 7.2% increase year-over-year, and adjusted EBITDA of $223.9 million, up 1.6%.
Las Vegas Revenue Increase: Full year net revenue for Las Vegas operations reached $1.9 billion, reflecting a 12.6% increase from the previous year, with adjusted EBITDA of $879.4 million, up 7.4%.
Customer Growth and Visitation: Durango Casino Resort signed up over 85,000 new customers, contributing to increased visitation and a projected return of almost 16% net of cannibalization in 2024.
Operating Free Cash Flow: The company generated $158.6 million in operating free cash flow during the fourth quarter, translating to $1.5 per share, and $451 million for the full year, or $4.27 per share.
Dividend Declaration and Share Repurchase: A cash dividend of $0.25 per Class A common share was declared, with approximately $224 million returned to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases in 2024.
Negative
EBITDA Margin Decline: Adjusted EBITDA margin for the fourth quarter decreased by 267 basis points to 40.8%, indicating a decline in profitability despite an increase in net revenue.
EBITDA Margin Decline: The full year adjusted EBITDA margin was 41%, down 222 basis points from the prior year, reflecting ongoing margin pressure.
Sports Betting Hold Impact: The company experienced a total sports betting hold impact of $14 million in the fourth quarter, with $8 million in October and $6 million in December, negatively affecting overall gaming revenue.
Labor Cost Increase Impact: Labor costs increased by 3.1% on a same-store sales basis, contributing to rising operational expenses and potential margin compression going forward.
EBITDA Impact from Construction: Disruption from ongoing construction projects is expected to impact EBITDA by approximately $25 million in 2025, adding to the challenges of maintaining profitability.
Earnings call transcript: Red Rock Resorts beats Q4 2024 EPS forecasts
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