TLDR
- MGM Resorts International shares climbed 5.79% to reach $37.62 on February 26, continuing a three-day winning streak
- Daily volume reached 7.3M shares, significantly exceeding the 50-day average of 4.6M shares
- The stock remains 6.32% beneath its 52-week peak of $40.16
- MGM Resorts and BetMGM announced a $1M investment in responsible gaming programs, with $450K allocated to sports betting research
- Annual 2025 revenue totaled $17.5bn with a 2% increase, while net income declined significantly to $206M from $747M
MGM Resorts International experienced a robust trading session on Thursday, with shares advancing 5.79% to settle at $37.62. The performance represented the third straight day of positive momentum for the casino and entertainment giant.
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Broader market indices delivered mixed results. The Dow Jones Industrial Average inched higher by 0.03% to finish at 49,499.20, whereas the S&P 500 declined 0.54% to close at 6,908.86.
The day’s trading volume registered at 7.3 million shares, substantially surpassing the 50-day moving average of 4.6 million shares. This represents a significant uptick in investor interest and trading activity.
MGM continues working toward recovering previous highs. The shares concluded trading 6.32% under the 52-week peak of $40.16, which was achieved on August 28th.
Within the gaming and entertainment sector, Caesars Entertainment emerged as the standout performer, rocketing 19.11% higher to $24.74. Las Vegas Sands posted a 1.60% gain to $55.95, while DraftKings advanced 2.40% to close at $23.49.
Full-Year 2025 Financials
MGM Resorts disclosed consolidated net revenue of $17.5bn for the full year 2025, representing a 2% year-over-year growth.
Net income experienced a substantial decline — plummeting to $206M compared to $747M recorded in 2024.
Consolidated adjusted EBITDA totaled $2.4bn, marking a 1% year-over-year improvement.
The Las Vegas Strip operations faced headwinds during the period, with revenue declining 4% to $8.4bn and adjusted EBITDAR decreasing 8% to $2.9bn.
MGM China delivered strong performance, posting revenue growth of 11% to $4.5bn with segment adjusted EBITDAR similarly increasing 11% to $1.2bn.
Responsible Gaming Commitment
Beyond financial performance, MGM Resorts alongside BetMGM revealed a combined $1M investment dedicated to responsible gaming initiatives.
The commitment encompasses $450,000 in joint funding to the International Centre for Responsible Gaming, supporting a three-year research initiative examining sports wagering patterns and player behavior.
Additionally, the organizations will allocate over $850,000 to state and national organizations dedicated to problem gambling prevention and treatment services.
MGM Resorts will maintain its sponsorship of the annual Nevada Council on Problem Gambling Conference in its capacity as a founding member.
Throughout March — designated as Problem Gambling Awareness Month — both companies will intensify responsible gaming communications across physical casino locations, sportsbook venues, and digital platforms through their GameSense programme.
Later this spring, MGM Resorts intends to introduce a fresh campaign titled ‘Earn More. Play Smart’, integrating its loyalty rewards programme with responsible gaming education.
Stephen Martino, MGM’s chief compliance officer, said investing in research “will ultimately help us support our patrons, communities, and industry.”
MGM Resorts concluded Thursday’s session at $37.62, posting a 5.79% daily gain.
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