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Gaming & Leisure Properties (GLPI)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/17/2025: 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 $54.07
1 Year Target Price $54.07
| 11 | Strong Buy |
| 4 | Buy |
| 8 | Hold |
| 1 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -13.63% | Avg. Invested days 30 | 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 09/17/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 13.35B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 18.15 | 1Y Target Price 54.07 |
Price to earnings Ratio 18.15 | 1Y Target Price 54.07 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 24 | Beta 0.74 | 52 Weeks Range 43.04 - 49.78 | Updated Date 09/17/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 43.04 - 49.78 | Updated Date 09/17/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 6.40% | Basic EPS (TTM) 2.6 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
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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 18.15 | Forward PE 12.95 | Enterprise Value 19945158423 | Price to Sales(TTM) 8.53 |
Enterprise Value 19945158423 | Price to Sales(TTM) 8.53 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 12.74 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 14.22 | Shares Outstanding 283008000 | Shares Floating 270649284 |
Shares Outstanding 283008000 | Shares Floating 270649284 | ||
Percent Insiders 4.17 | Percent Institutions 91.62 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Gaming & Leisure Properties
Company Overview
History and Background
Gaming & Leisure Properties (GLPI) was formed in 2013 as a spin-off from Penn National Gaming. It is a real estate investment trust (REIT) specializing in gaming-related and other leisure properties. GLPI's strategy involves acquiring, developing, and leasing gaming facilities to gaming operators.
Core Business Areas
- Real Estate Ownership and Leasing: GLPI owns a diversified portfolio of regional gaming facilities and leases them to various operators under long-term agreements, generating rental income.
Leadership and Structure
Peter Carlino serves as the Chairman of the Board. The company operates with a typical REIT structure, focusing on property acquisition and management.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Real Estate Portfolio: GLPI's primary offering is its portfolio of gaming and related real estate properties, generating rental income from tenants. Competitors include VICI Properties and Realty Income. Market share is difficult to pinpoint precisely but can be estimated based on the size of GLPI's real estate portfolio relative to the industry. Specific revenue numbers are detailed in the financial performance section.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The gaming REIT industry is driven by the demand for capital by gaming operators and the preference for a stable, income-generating asset class. The industry is subject to regulatory changes, economic cycles, and regional gaming market performance.
Positioning
GLPI is a major player in the gaming REIT sector, focusing on regional gaming markets. Its competitive advantage lies in its established relationships with gaming operators and its diversified portfolio.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The estimated TAM is tens of billions of dollars. GLPI is positioned to capture more market share through strategic acquisitions and partnerships with operators in new and existing regions.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Diversified portfolio of gaming properties
- Long-term lease agreements providing stable income
- Strong relationships with established gaming operators
- Experienced management team
- Relatively high dividend yield compared to other REITs
Weaknesses
- Concentration of revenue from a few key tenants
- Sensitivity to regulatory changes and gaming market performance
- Dependence on tenant performance for rental income
- High debt levels typical of REITs
Opportunities
- Acquisition of additional gaming properties
- Expansion into new gaming markets
- Diversification of tenant base
- Development of new amenities and entertainment options at existing properties
- Partnerships with gaming operators for new projects
Threats
- Economic downturn impacting gaming revenue
- Increased competition from other REITs
- Changes in gaming regulations
- Tenant bankruptcies or lease defaults
- Rising interest rates increasing borrowing costs
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- VICI
- MGP
Competitive Landscape
GLPI competes with other gaming REITs based on property portfolio, tenant relationships, and financial strength. VICI is a strong competitor with a large portfolio.
Major Acquisitions
Pinnacle Entertainment Properties
- Year: 2018
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 4750
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded GLPI's property portfolio and diversified its tenant base.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Driven by acquisitions of gaming properties and organic growth in rental income.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates project continued growth through acquisitions and strategic investments.
Recent Initiatives: Focus on expanding its property portfolio and diversifying its tenant base.
Summary
Gaming & Leisure Properties is a significant player in the gaming REIT sector with a focus on regional gaming markets. Its strengths lie in its diversified portfolio and long-term lease agreements. Key challenges include tenant concentration and regulatory risks. Future growth depends on strategic acquisitions and effective management of its existing properties.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company website
- SEC filings
- Analyst reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market conditions and company performance can change, and past performance is not indicative of future results.
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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