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Dec 30, 2024

Monarch Q1 2025 Earnings Report

Monarch Casino & Resort reported record first quarter 2025 financial results with increased net revenue and Adjusted EBITDA.

Key Takeaways

Monarch Casino & Resort delivered strong financial results in the first quarter of 2025, achieving record net revenue of $125.4 million and record Adjusted EBITDA of $41.1 million, demonstrating effective operating strategies and sustained growth.

Net revenue increased 3.1% year-over-year to a first quarter record of $125.4 million.

Adjusted EBITDA increased 6.7% year-over-year to a first quarter record of $41.1 million.

Operating margin improved 110 basis points over the prior year to a first quarter record of 32.8%.

Net income increased 8.7% and diluted EPS increased 12.9% compared to the same period last year.

Total Revenue
$125M
Previous year: $122M
+3.1%
EPS
$1.08
Previous year: $0.93
+16.1%
Adjusted EBITDA
$41.1M
Previous year: $38.5M
+6.7%
SG&A % of Net Revenue
21.7%
Previous year: 22.3%
-2.7%
Casino OpEx % of Casino Revenue
37.7%
Previous year: 38%
-0.8%
Cash and Equivalents
$75.1M
Previous year: $39.5M
+90.1%

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Forward Guidance

Monarch Casino & Resort anticipates continued strong financial performance, driven by ongoing investments in its properties and strategic evaluations for long-term value.

Positive Outlook

  • Continuing strength of the balance sheet and expected free cash flow.
  • Expectations regarding continuing dividend payments in the future.
  • Anticipated cash flow generation to fund cash dividends to stockholders.
  • Completion of room renovations at the Atlantis is expected before Memorial Day weekend.
  • Belief that capital investment strategy and evaluation of potential strategic transactions will contribute to long-term success.

Challenges Ahead

  • Adverse impacts of outbreaks of contagious diseases on business, financial condition, and operating results.
  • Actions by government officials regarding disease containment, including shutdowns and travel restrictions.
  • Ability to manage guest safety concerns in connection with contagious diseases.
  • Construction factors, including delays, disruptions, labor/material availability, and increased costs.
  • Ongoing disagreements and litigation over construction costs and delays with the general contractor at Monarch Casino Resort Spa Black Hawk.