Caesars Q1 2024 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Caesars Entertainment reported a decrease in GAAP net revenues to $2.7 billion compared to $2.8 billion in the prior-year period, and a net loss of $158 million compared to a net loss of $136 million for the same period last year. However, Caesars Digital showed positive growth with an Adjusted EBITDA of $5 million.
GAAP net revenues were $2.7 billion, down from $2.8 billion in the comparable prior-year period.
GAAP net loss was $158 million, compared to a net loss of $136 million in the comparable prior-year period.
Same-store Adjusted EBITDA was $853 million, versus $947 million for the comparable prior-year period.
Caesars Digital Adjusted EBITDA was $5 million, compared to $(4) million for the comparable prior-year period.
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Forward Guidance
Caesars anticipates using free cash flows to continue to reduce debt in 2024 and expects to open the permanent casino resort facility in Virginia in December 2024.
Positive Outlook
- Company remains optimistic toward improved operating results throughout the balance of the year.
- Caesars Virginia joint venture successfully closed on a new five-year $425 million pro rata bank financing.
- Financing will be used to fund the remaining capex associated with the permanent casino resort facility, which is expected to open in December 2024.
- Anticipate using free cash flows to continue to reduce debt in 2024.
- Caesars Digital delivered strong revenue growth despite lower-than-expected hold in online sports.
Challenges Ahead
- Operating results during the first quarter in Las Vegas were offset by lower-than-expected hold.
- Regional segment results reflect weather-related weakness in January and early February.
- Caesars Digital results reflect lower-than-expected hold in online sports due to unfavorable outcomes for the Super Bowl and March Madness.
- GAAP net revenues decreased compared to the prior-year period.
- GAAP net loss increased compared to the prior-year period.