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Oct 31, 2021

Vail Resorts Q1 2022 Earnings Report

Reported a net loss, driven by COVID-19 impacts and related restrictions, though performance exceeded expectations due to strong demand.

Key Takeaways

Vail Resorts reported a net loss attributable to Vail Resorts, Inc. of $139.3 million for the first quarter of fiscal 2022, an improvement compared to the prior year's $153.8 million loss. Resort Reported EBITDA loss was $108.4 million, compared to a loss of $94.8 million in the prior year. Pass product sales increased significantly, and the company reaffirmed its fiscal year 2022 Resort Reported EBITDA guidance of $785 million to $835 million.

Net loss attributable to Vail Resorts, Inc. was $139.3 million, improved from $153.8 million in the prior year.

Resort Reported EBITDA loss was $108.4 million, compared to a loss of $94.8 million in the prior year.

Pass product sales through December 5, 2021, increased approximately 47% in units and 21% in sales dollars compared to the prior year.

The Company reaffirmed its fiscal year 2022 Resort Reported EBITDA guidance of $785 million to $835 million.

Total Revenue
$176M
Previous year: $132M
+33.2%
EPS
-$3.44
Previous year: -$3.82
-9.9%
Gross Profit
-$33.8M
Previous year: -$40.9M
-17.3%
Cash and Equivalents
$1.5B
Previous year: $462M
+224.5%
Total Assets
$6.29B
Previous year: $5.39B
+16.7%

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Forward Guidance

The Company reaffirmed its Resort Reported EBITDA guidance for fiscal 2022 of $785 million to $835 million.

Positive Outlook

  • Strong pass sales heading into the season.
  • Favorable first quarter results.
  • Strong demand seen across leisure travel.
  • Strong demand in U.S. booking trends.
  • Growth in pass sales expected to be partially offset by reduced lift ticket sales as guests convert to pass products.

Challenges Ahead

  • Challenging early season conditions resulting in delayed openings and limited terrain.
  • These conditions are anticipated to negatively impact results leading up to the holidays.
  • Continued uncertainty regarding the ultimate impact of COVID-19 on business results.
  • Potential impact from changing COVID-19 guidance and regulations.
  • Potential changes in travel and consumer behavior resulting from COVID-19.