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Studio City International Holdings Ltd(MSC)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for MSC
09/28/2026: MSC (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Studio City International Holdings Ltd is a Macau-based gaming and hospitality company that operates a distinct, movie-themed integrated resort. Its primary strength lies in its strategic location on the Cotai Strip and its focus on entertainment-driven mass-market gaming. The core investment story centers on the maturation of its expanded resort facilities and the long-term recovery of Macau tourism. Risks include high financial leverage, heavy reliance on regulatory stability, and intense competition from larger resort operators. The stock generally suits investors comfortable with the high-risk, high-volatility profile of the Macau gaming market who are monitoring ongoing recovery trends and resort operational efficiency.
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Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | Growth depends heavily on the recovery of the Macau gaming market and the successful utilization of Phase 2 assets. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | Momentum is highly sensitive to regulatory announcements and monthly Macau gaming revenue data, requiring careful timing. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | While assets may appear discounted after historical volatility, the high debt load requires careful valuation of net enterprise value. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | The company does not offer dividend income and prioritizes debt repayment and capital projects. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | The company exhibits high volatility linked to geographic and regulatory concentration risks. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | Stock price is sensitive to Macau gaming revenue reports and broader macro sentiment in Asia. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | The complexity of gaming license valuation and high leverage makes traditional metrics difficult to apply. |
| Competition risk (Integrated Resort Operators) | High | The Macau market features intense competition from larger incumbents with greater balance sheet flexibility. |
| Business quality | Medium | While the asset is a high-quality, modern resort, it is subject to strict governmental oversight and license conditions. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | There is no dividend history or expectation of payouts in the near term. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Success depends on the ongoing ramp-up of new resort amenities and maintaining operational efficiency. |
Price Behavior
Steep Decline
The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.
Extreme Price Shocks
The stock has experienced exceptionally large and disruptive price movements during the period.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -35.23% | Avg. Invested days 28 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/28/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 160.81M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 11 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 11 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 101.7K shares | Beta 0.13 | 52 Weeks Range 0.75 - 4.91 | Updated Date 09/28/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 0.75 - 4.91 | Updated Date 09/28/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.25 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming Operations | Revenue from mass and premium mass gaming tables and slot machines. | This is the primary driver of top-line revenue and is sensitive to visitor volumes. |
| Hospitality & Entertainment | Hotel room stays, food and beverage, and ticket sales for attractions like the Golden Reel. | These services help differentiate the resort and encourage longer visitor stays. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 18.48 | Enterprise Value 2.02B | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.24 |
Enterprise Value 2.02B | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.24 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 4.06 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 10.11 | Shares Outstanding 192.59M | Shares Floating 16.83M |
Shares Outstanding 192.59M | Shares Floating 16.83M | ||
Percent Insiders 24.13 | Percent Institutions 22.86 |
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Financial Metrics
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Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
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)
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)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
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)
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)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
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)
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)
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)
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)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
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)
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)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About Studio City International Holdings Ltd
Exchange NYSE | Headquarters - | ||
IPO Launch date 2018-10-18 | CEO - | ||
Sector Consumer Cyclical | Industry Resorts & Casinos | Full time employees 5879 | Website https://www.studiocity-macau.com |
Full time employees 5879 | Website https://www.studiocity-macau.com | ||
Studio City International Holdings Limited provides provision of services pursuant to a casino contract and the hospitality business in Macau. It operates gaming services, a casino contract for the operation of studio city casino, focusing on mass market and premium mass market table games and gaming machines, including baccarat, three-card baccarat, blackjack, craps, caribbean stud poker, roulette, sic bo, fortune 3 card poker, and other games; hospitality services; dining services; event and convention services; other services; leasing services; and resort, which offers various non-gaming attractions, including figure-8 ferris wheel, nightclub and karaoke venue, live performance arena, and an outdoor and indoor water park, as well as live performance arena and various food and beverage establishments, and retail space. The company was formerly known as Cyber One Agents Limited and changed its name to Studio City International Holdings Limited in January 2012. The company was founded in 2000 and is based in Central, Hong Kong. Studio City International Holdings Limited is a subsidiary of MCO Cotai Investments Limited.
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