Las Vegas Sands Corp (LVS)vsMonarch Casino & Resort Inc (MCRI)
LVS
Las Vegas Sands Corp
$40.73
-0.46%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $23.39B
MCRI
Monarch Casino & Resort Inc
$108.75
-0.54%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $1.97B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Las Vegas Sands Corp generates 2321% more annual revenue ($13.60B vs $561.96M). MCRI leads profitability with a 20.3% profit margin vs 11.8%. LVS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.78. LVS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
LVS
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
MCRI
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+37.4%
Fair Value
$92.23
Current Price
$40.73
$51.50 discount
Margin of Safety
-54.4%
Fair Value
$62.43
Current Price
$108.75
$46.32 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 302 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Revenue declined 3.5%
Earnings declined 22.0%
Distress zone — elevated risk
2.4% revenue growth
4.1% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 0.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LVS
The strongest argument for LVS centers on Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.78 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MCRI
The strongest argument for MCRI centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.3%. PEG of 1.07 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : LVS
The primary concerns for LVS are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : MCRI
The primary concerns for MCRI are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LVS profiles as a declining stock while MCRI is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MCRI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — expect wider price swings.
MCRI is growing revenue faster at 2.4% — sustainability is the question.
LVS generates stronger free cash flow (589M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LVS scores higher overall (56/100 vs 54/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Las Vegas Sands Corp
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESORTS & CASINOS · USA
Las Vegas Sands Corporation is an American casino and resort company based in Paradise, Nevada, United States. Its resorts feature accommodations, gambling and entertainment, convention and exhibition facilities, restaurants and clubs, as well as an art and science museum in Singapore.
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CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESORTS & CASINOS · USA
Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc., owns and operates the Atlantis Casino Resort Spa, a hotel / casino in Reno, Nevada. The company is headquartered in Reno, Nevada.
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