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Gaming & Leisure Properties (GLPI)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/28/2025: GLPI (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
24 Analysts rated it
Well-followed company, solid analyst reports, reliable data for confident investing.
1 Year Target Price $53.97
1 Year Target Price $53.97
| 11 | Strong Buy |
| 4 | Buy |
| 8 | Hold |
| 1 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -13.99% | Avg. Invested days 28 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/28/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 13.58B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 18.45 | 1Y Target Price 53.97 |
Price to earnings Ratio 18.45 | 1Y Target Price 53.97 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 24 | Beta 0.72 | 52 Weeks Range 43.74 - 50.60 | Updated Date 08/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 43.74 - 50.60 | Updated Date 08/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 6.38% | Basic EPS (TTM) 2.6 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
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Profitability
Profit Margin 45.91% | Operating Margin (TTM) 61.3% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 5.55% | Return on Equity (TTM) 15.69% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 18.45 | Forward PE 13.48 | Enterprise Value 20171565026 | Price to Sales(TTM) 8.68 |
Enterprise Value 20171565026 | Price to Sales(TTM) 8.68 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 12.89 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 14.39 | Shares Outstanding 283008000 | Shares Floating 270649284 |
Shares Outstanding 283008000 | Shares Floating 270649284 | ||
Percent Insiders 4.17 | Percent Institutions 91.63 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Gaming & Leisure Properties
Company Overview
History and Background
Gaming & Leisure Properties (GLPI) was formed in November 2013 as a spin-off from Penn National Gaming. It's a real estate investment trust (REIT) focused on acquiring, financing, and owning real estate associated with gaming facilities.
Core Business Areas
- Gaming Facility Leases: GLPI leases its properties to gaming operators under long-term triple-net lease agreements.
- Financing Activities: GLPI provides financing to gaming operators through various means, including mortgages and other debt instruments.
- Real Estate Management: Managing and optimizing their real estate portfolio to maximize returns.
Leadership and Structure
Peter M. Carlino serves as Chairman and CEO. The company operates as a REIT with a board of directors overseeing management.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Triple-Net Leases of Gaming Properties: This is GLPI's primary offering. GLPI owns the real estate and leases it to gaming operators under long-term triple-net leases. These leases provide a steady stream of revenue for GLPI. Competitors include VICI Properties and Realty Income Corporation.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The gaming REIT industry is characterized by consolidation and growth driven by the demand for capital from gaming operators. REITs provide alternative financing options to gaming companies.
Positioning
GLPI is a major player in the gaming REIT industry. Its competitive advantage lies in its established relationships with gaming operators and its diversified portfolio of properties.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The estimated TAM for gaming REITs is substantial, encompassing the total value of gaming properties. GLPI holds a significant position within this market, continuously expanding through acquisitions and strategic partnerships.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Diversified portfolio of gaming properties
- Long-term triple-net leases providing stable revenue
- Established relationships with gaming operators
- REIT structure providing tax advantages
Weaknesses
- Concentration risk with key tenants
- Dependence on the health of the gaming industry
- Sensitivity to interest rate changes
- Regulatory risks associated with gaming
Opportunities
- Acquisition of additional gaming properties
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Development of new gaming facilities
- Diversification of tenant base
Threats
- Economic downturns impacting gaming revenue
- Increased competition from other REITs
- Changes in gaming regulations
- Tenant bankruptcies
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- VICI
- MGP
- RCL
Competitive Landscape
GLPI competes with other gaming REITs for property acquisitions and financing opportunities. GLPI's strengths include its diversified portfolio and relationships with key gaming operators. VICI properties has a larger market share than GLPI
Major Acquisitions
Bally's Quad Cities Casino and Hotel and Bally's Black Hawk Casino
- Year: 2023
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 208
- Strategic Rationale: Expansion of property portfolio through lease transactions with Ballyu2019s.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: GLPI has grown through acquisitions of gaming properties and expansion of its tenant base.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth driven by the acquisition of additional properties and organic lease escalations.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include the acquisition of the real estate assets of Bally's Corporation's casinos.
Summary
Gaming & Leisure Properties is a stable company. Its diversified property portfolio and long-term leases provide consistent revenue. Dependence on the gaming industry and concentration risk with tenants need to be watched. The REIT structure and growth through acquistions are key strengths.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings
- Analyst reports
- Industry publications
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Market share estimates are approximate.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About Gaming & Leisure Properties
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Wyomissing, PA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2013-10-14 | Chairman of the Board & CEO Mr. Peter M. Carlino | ||
Sector Real Estate | Industry REIT - Specialty | Full time employees 19 | Website https://www.glpropinc.com |
Full time employees 19 | Website https://www.glpropinc.com | ||
GLPI is engaged in the business of acquiring, financing, and owning real estate property to be leased to gaming operators in triple-net lease arrangements, pursuant to which the tenant is responsible for all facility maintenance, insurance required in connection with the leased properties and the business conducted on the leased properties, taxes levied on or with respect to the leased properties and all utilities and other services necessary or appropriate for the leased properties and the business conducted on the leased properties.
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