Sands China, an integrated resort operator, has recorded a 53.3% surge in adjusted property EBITDA for its Macau operations. Similarly, Marina Bay Sands in Singapore also witnessed a significant increase of over 50% during the same period, with adjusted EBITDA totalling $610 million (€571.5 million) for Macau and $597 million (€559.4 million) for Singapore.  

Revenue fuelled by growing travel trends??

The substantial EBITDA growth was fuelled by continued travel increases to both Macau and Singapore, contributing to Sands China‘s net revenue of $2.96 billion (€2.77 million) and net income of $583 million (€504 million). Macau alone generated approximately $7.1 billion (€6.65 billion) in gaming revenue during the quarter, with mass gaming reaching a new quarterly record of $6.2 billion (5.8 billion), propelling Sands China’s EBITDA to new heights.  

Resurgence in VIP segment powers Marina Bay Sands performance??

Marina Bay Sands experienced a resurgence in its VIP segment, with a 51.5% recovery from Q1 2023. Rolling volume reached $8.2 billion (€7.68 billion), reflecting the property’s robust performance amidst evolving market dynamics.  

Strategic investments and expansion initiatives??

Chairman and CEO Robert Goldstein emphasized the company’s commitment to strategic investments and expansion initiatives, leveraging its financial strength and industry-leading cash flow. Sands China continues to invest in its Londoner property, with revenues growing by 98.6% during the period.  

Earlier this week, Marina Bay Sands Singapore shared that its expansion project entered its final phase of design enhancements. According to the company’s statement, the full-scale construction is expected to start by July 2025, with the completion date eyed for July 2029.   

Ongoing growth initiatives and capital expenditure??

The group remains dedicated to its capital expenditure (CAPEX) and operating expenditure (OPEX) investments, with plans totalling $4.5 billion (€4.2 billion) over the 10-year period of its new gaming license. These investments underscore Sands China’s long-term commitment to enhancing its offerings and delivering exceptional experiences to its patrons.??

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