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Century Casinos Inc(CNTY)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
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10/15/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CNTY

10/15/2026: CNTY (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Century Casinos Inc is a gaming and entertainment company that operates a portfolio of regional properties across the United States, Canada, and Poland. The company’s primary strength lies in its diversified, multi-jurisdictional reach and an experienced management team that has grown the business through strategic property acquisitions. While these acquisitions have broadened the company's footprint, they have also resulted in increased debt levels, which remains a primary financial risk. Retail investors should monitor the company's ability to deleverage its balance sheet and improve operating margins following recent expansions. As a growth-oriented, non-dividend-paying stock, it is better suited for investors comfortable with high-volatility, sector-specific risk.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitThe company offers exposure to regional gaming growth but faces significant execution risks from integration.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock has historically lacked the sustained upward momentum required for this style, particularly without positive catalyst signals.
Value investorMixed fitThe valuation may appear attractive to some, but it is heavily clouded by high debt levels and operational volatility.
Dividend investorWeak fitCentury Casinos does not currently pay a dividend, making it unsuitable for income-focused investors.
Low-risk investorWeak fitThe combination of high leverage and industry sensitivity makes this a high-volatility, higher-risk investment.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock price is subject to large swings based on regional economic data and quarterly operating performance.
Valuation riskMedium / highEarnings uncertainty and high debt levels complicate traditional valuation metrics.
Competition risk (Gaming Operators)HighLarger, better-capitalized competitors can outspend CNTY on marketing and property development.
Business qualityMediumProperties vary in quality, and maintenance capital requirements remain a constant focus.
Dividend incomeLow / noneNo dividend payments provide no income cushion for investors.
Execution riskHighSuccessfully integrating and improving newly acquired properties is critical to long-term success.

Price Behavior

Steep Decline
PRICE PATH

Steep Decline

The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -5.79%
Avg. Invested days 27
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
CNTY receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by soft unit economics, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
CNTY has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+52.1%) is partially offset by weak cash generation (FCF margin -2.7%), slightly negative revenue growth (-0.5%), weak profitability (net margin -10.7%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
CNTY's financial health is supported by moderate efficiency, including operating-expense and cost-of-revenue discipline (opex 25.2% of revenue). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is CNTY's strongest growth driver at +76.3% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, earnings growth (+52.1%, strong) is also strong, while revenue growth (-0.5%, slightly negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 51.8% and approximately 75.7% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 12.33% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

CAMBRIDGE Invest RESEARCH ADVISORS, INC. 8.17%
Nokomis Capital LLC 6.23%
Rice Hall James & Associates, LLC 5.81%
Veradace Capital Management LLC 5.70%
Royce & Associates, LP 5.58%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
CNTY generates approximately $341 of gross profit, $89 of operating income, and $-27 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Negative free cash flow explains the 2-star rating, with weak cash conversion and soft capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: -5.37% (Tax Credit)

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
CNTY has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while elevated volatility.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedHigh VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 23.69M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 2.75
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 2.75
Volume (30-day avg) 74.2K shares
Beta 1.74
52 Weeks Range 0.75 - 2.38
Updated Date 10/15/2026
52 Weeks Range 0.75 - 2.38
Updated Date 10/15/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -2.02

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Gaming OperationsSlot machines, table games, and wagering services across multiple regional venues.This is the core revenue driver where gamblers engage with the company's gaming machines and tables.
Hospitality & AmenitiesHotels, dining, food and beverage, and live entertainment.These services generate secondary revenue and help attract visitors to the gaming floors.
Geography (US, Canada, Poland)Operations spread across these three primary regions.The company's performance is tied to the regional economic health and local regulations in these specific areas.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

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Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 19.16
Enterprise Value 1.04B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.04
Enterprise Value 1.04B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.04
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.79
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 9.54
Shares Outstanding 28.14M
Shares Floating 21.31M
Shares Outstanding 28.14M
Shares Floating 21.31M
Percent Insiders 12.33
Percent Institutions 51.84

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

Information icon Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.

Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

Information icon Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.

📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

Information icon Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.

Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.

Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

Information icon Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.

⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

Information icon Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.

Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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