Red Rock Resorts Announces Second Quarter 2024 Results

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Red Rock Resorts (NASDAQ: RRR) reported its Q2 2024 financial results, showing mixed performance. Net revenues increased 16.9% to $486.4 million, while net income decreased 6.8% to $69.8 million compared to Q2 2023. Adjusted EBITDA rose 15.0% to $201.7 million.

Las Vegas operations saw significant growth, with net revenues up 17.1% to $483.2 million and Adjusted EBITDA increasing 15.6% to $223.1 million. The company's cash and cash equivalents stood at $136.4 million, with a total debt of $3.5 billion.

The Board declared a quarterly dividend of $0.25 per Class A common share, payable on September 30, 2024. A conference call to discuss the results is scheduled for today at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time.

Positive

• Net revenues increased 16.9% year-over-year to $486.4 million
• Adjusted EBITDA rose 15.0% to $201.7 million
• Las Vegas operations net revenues grew 17.1% to $483.2 million
• Las Vegas operations Adjusted EBITDA increased 15.6% to $223.1 million
• Quarterly dividend of $0.25 per Class A common share declared

Negative

• Net income decreased 6.8% year-over-year to $69.8 million
• Total principal amount of debt outstanding at $3.5 billion

Insights

Financial Analyst

The second-quarter results for Red Rock Resorts show a remarkable increase in net revenues, rising by 16.9% to $486.4 million. This growth suggests strong operational performance, especially considering the broader economic challenges and potential market volatility. However, the net income declined by 6.8% to $69.8 million, which suggests rising costs or other expenses impacting profitability. This divergence between revenue growth and net income decline needs closer scrutiny.

The adjusted EBITDA also saw a significant increase of 15.0% to $201.7 million. This measure, often used to understand the core operational health of companies in the gaming industry, indicates that Red Rock Resorts is efficiently managing its operations despite the reduced net income.

Another key highlight is the company's dividend announcement of $0.25 per Class A common share for Q3 2024, which would be positive for income-focused investors. Overall, the financial results present a mixed bag of strong operational growth with some concerns regarding profitability trends.

Market Research Analyst

Analyzing the detailed performance of Red Rock Resorts' Las Vegas operations, the net revenues increased by 17.1% to $483.2 million. This indicates that the core market of Las Vegas remains robust and likely benefits from both tourism and local patronage. The adjusted EBITDA for these operations also rose by 15.6% to $223.1 million, reinforcing the strength of their local market dominance.

The dividend declaration and the subsequent cash distribution reflect positively on the company's cash flow management and its commitment to returning value to shareholders. However, the company's debt level stands at $3.5 billion, which is substantial and warrants attention. Investors need to balance the attractive dividend yield against the potential risks associated with high leverage.

Given these factors, Red Rock Resort's performance in the Las Vegas market is a important driver for investor sentiment and long-term value. The significant revenue growth paired with high leverage suggests a potentially high-risk, high-reward scenario for investors.

Tech Expert

Interestingly, the company's mention of 'business innovation and technology enhancements' within the adjusted EBITDA calculation highlights the importance of technological investments in their financial strategy. While details are sparse, the inclusion of such costs suggests a strategic focus on modernizing operations and potentially enhancing customer experiences through technology.

Adopting new technologies in the gaming and hospitality industry can lead to significant operational efficiencies, increased customer satisfaction and new revenue streams. For instance, leveraging data analytics, IoT and advanced customer management systems can optimize resource allocation and personalize guest services.

Investors should pay attention to any further announcements regarding specific tech initiatives. The long-term benefits of such enhancements could provide a competitive edge and drive sustainable growth, albeit at the cost of initial investments reflected in the financials.

LAS VEGAS, July 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Red Rock Resorts, Inc. ("Red Rock Resorts," "we" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: RRR) today reported financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2024.

Second Quarter Results

Consolidated Operations

• Net revenues were $486.4 million for the second quarter of 2024, an increase of 16.9%, or $70.3 million, from $416.1 million in the same period of 2023.

• Net income was $69.8 million for the second quarter of 2024, a decrease of 6.8%, or $5.1 million, from $74.9 million in the same period of 2023.

• Adjusted EBITDA⁽¹⁾ was $201.7 million for the second quarter of 2024, an increase of 15.0%, or $26.4 million, from $175.3 million in the same period of 2023. 

Las Vegas Operations

• Net revenues from Las Vegas operations were $483.2 million for the second quarter of 2024, an increase of 17.1%, or $70.6 million, from $412.6 million in the same period of 2023.

• Adjusted EBITDA from Las Vegas operations was $223.1 million for the second quarter of 2024, an increase of 15.6%, or $30.1 million, from $193.1 million in the same period of 2023.

Balance Sheet Highlights

The Company's cash and cash equivalents at June 30, 2024 were $136.4 million and total principal amount of debt outstanding at the end of the second quarter was $3.5 billion.

Quarterly Dividend

The Company's Board of Directors has declared a cash dividend of $0.25 per Class A common share for the third quarter of 2024. The dividend will be payable on September 30, 2024 to all stockholders of record as of the close of business on September 16, 2024. 

Prior to the payment of such dividend, Station Holdco LLC ("Station Holdco") will make a cash distribution to all unit holders of record, including the Company, of $0.25 per unit for a total distribution of approximately $27.5 million, approximately $16.0 million of which is expected to be distributed to the Company and approximately $11.5 million of which is expected to be distributed to the other unit holders of record of Station Holdco. 

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Conference Call Information 

The Company will host a conference call today at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time to discuss its financial results. The conference call will consist of prepared remarks from the Company and include a question and answer session. Those interested in participating in the call should dial (888) 317-6003, or (412) 317-6061 for international callers, approximately 15 minutes before the call start time. Please use the passcode: 8857354. A replay of the call will be available from today through August 6, 2024 at www.redrockresorts.com. A live audio webcast of the call will also be available at www.redrockresorts.com.

Presentation of Financial Information

(1) Adjusted EBITDA is a non-GAAP measure that is presented solely as a supplemental disclosure. We believe that Adjusted EBITDA is a widely used measure of operating performance in our industry and is a principal basis for valuation of gaming companies. We believe that in addition to net income, Adjusted EBITDA is a useful financial performance measurement for assessing our operating performance because it provides information about the performance of our ongoing core operations. Adjusted EBITDA for the three and six months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023 includes net income plus depreciation and amortization, share-based compensation, write-downs and other, net (including gains and losses on asset disposals, preopening and development, business innovation and technology enhancements, demolition costs and non-routine items), interest expense, net, loss on extinguishment/modification of debt, change in fair value of derivative instruments and provision for income tax.

Company Information and Forward Looking Statements

Red Rock Resorts is a holding company that owns an indirect equity interest in and manages Station Casinos LLC ("Station Casinos"). Station Casinos is the leading provider of gaming, hospitality and entertainment to the residents of Las Vegas, Nevada. Station Casinos' properties, which are located throughout the Las Vegas valley, are regional entertainment destinations and include hotels as well as various amenities, including numerous restaurants, entertainment venues, movie theaters, bowling and convention/banquet space, as well as traditional casino gaming offerings such as video poker, slot machines, table games, bingo and race and sports wagering. Station Casinos owns and operates Red Rock Casino Resort Spa, Green Valley Ranch Resort Spa Casino, Durango Resort & Casino, Palace Station Hotel & Casino, Boulder Station Hotel & Casino, Sunset Station Hotel & Casino, Santa Fe Station Hotel & Casino, Wildfire Rancho, Wildfire Boulder, Wildfire Sunset, Wildfire Valley View, Wildfire Anthem, Wildfire Fremont and Wildfire Lake Mead. Station Casinos also owns a 50% interest in Barley's Casino & Brewing Company, Wildfire Casino & Lanes and The Greens.

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Such statements include, without limitation, statements regarding our expectations, hopes or intentions regarding the future. These forward-looking statements can often be identified by their use of words such as "will", "might", "predict", "continue", "forecast", "expect", "believe", "anticipate", "outlook", "could", "would", "target", "project", "intend", "plan", "seek", "estimate", "pursue", "should", "may" and "assume", or the negative thereof, as well as variations of such words and similar expressions referring to the future. Forward-looking statements involve certain risks and uncertainties, and actual results may differ materially from those discussed in any such statement. Certain important factors, including but not limited to, financial market risks, could cause our actual results to differ materially from those expressed in our forward-looking statements. Further information on potential factors which could affect our financial condition, results of operations and business includes, without limitation, the impact of rising inflation, higher interest rates and increased energy costs on consumer demand and the Company's business, financial results and liquidity; the impact of unemployment and changes in general economic conditions on discretionary spending and consumer demand; the impact of our substantial indebtedness; the effects of local and national economic, credit and capital market conditions on consumer spending and the economy in general, and on the gaming and hotel industries in particular; the effects of competition, including locations of competitors and operating and market competition; changes in laws, including increased tax rates, regulations or accounting standards, third-party relations and approvals, and decisions of courts, regulators and governmental bodies; risks associated with construction projects, including disruption of our operations, shortages of materials or labor, unexpected costs, unforeseen permitting or regulatory issues and weather; litigation outcomes and judicial actions, including gaming legislative action, referenda and taxation; acts of war or terrorist incidents, pandemics, natural disasters or civil unrest; risks associated with the collection and retention of data about our customers, employees, suppliers and business partners; and other risks discussed under the heading "Risk Factors" in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023, and in the Company's other current and periodic reports filed from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission. All forward-looking statements in this document are made based on information available to the Company as of the date hereof, and the Company assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement.

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INVESTORS:
Stephen L. Cootey
Stephen.Cootey@redrockresorts.com
(702) 495-4214

MEDIA:
Michael J. Britt
Michael.Britt@redrockresorts.com
(702) 495-3693

 

Red Rock Resorts, Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income
(amounts in thousands, except per share data)
(unaudited)
	Three Months Ended June 30,				Six Months Ended June 30,
	2024		2023		2024		2023
Operating revenues:
Casino	$          319,629		$         269,507		$          636,483		$          557,747
Food and beverage	91,718		77,623		184,996		155,770
Room	50,142		44,892		103,030		88,831
Other	24,914		24,108		50,791		47,418
Net revenues	486,403		416,130		975,300		849,766
Operating costs and expenses:
Casino	87,853		69,583		172,822		141,294
Food and beverage	74,267		60,883		147,714		120,995
Room	16,075		13,473		31,946		27,080
Other	7,760		8,994		15,027		16,706
Selling, general and administrative	111,318		93,480		216,123		185,985
Depreciation and amortization	46,703		32,738		91,576		63,833
Write-downs and other, net	2,193		10,066		4,334		29,685
	346,169		289,217		679,542		585,578
Operating income	140,234		126,913		295,758		264,188
Earnings from joint ventures	721		754		1,444		1,653
Operating income and earnings from joint ventures	140,955		127,667		297,202		265,841
Other expense:
Interest expense, net	(57,434)		(44,340)		(114,635)		(86,796)
Loss on extinguishment/modification of debt, net	—		—		(14,402)		—
Change in fair value of derivative instruments	(1,923)		—		(1,923)		—
Income before income tax	81,598		83,327		166,242		179,045
Provision for income tax	(11,788)		(8,417)		(18,061)		(18,608)
Net income	69,810		74,910		148,181		160,437
Less: net income attributable to noncontrolling interests	34,134		35,397		69,670		76,248
Net income attributable to Red Rock Resorts, Inc.	$           35,676		$           39,513		$           78,511		$           84,189
Earnings per common share:
Earnings per share of Class A common stock, basic	$               0.60		$              0.68		$               1.33		$               1.46
Earnings per share of Class A common stock, diluted	$               0.59		$              0.65		$               1.29		$               1.40
Weighted-average common shares outstanding:
Basic	59,069		57,828		58,935		57,741
Diluted	60,748		103,329		103,720		103,260
Dividends declared per common share	$0.25		$0.25		$1.50		$0.50

 

Red Rock Resorts, Inc.
Segment Information and Reconciliation of Net Income to Adjusted EBITDA
(amounts in thousands)
(unaudited)
	Three Months Ended June 30,				Six Months Ended June 30,
	2024		2023		2024		2023
Net revenues
Las Vegas operations	$          483,209		$          412,578		$          968,776		$          842,627
Corporate and other	3,194		3,552		6,524		7,139
Net revenues	$          486,403		$          416,130		$          975,300		$          849,766
Net income	$           69,810		$           74,910		$          148,181		$          160,437
Adjustments
Depreciation and amortization	46,703		32,738		91,576		63,833
Share-based compensation	11,806		4,829		17,681		10,125
Write-downs and other, net	2,193		10,066		4,334		29,685
Interest expense, net	57,434		44,340		114,635		86,796
Loss on extinguishment/modification of debt, net	—		—		14,402		—
Change in fair value of derivative instruments	1,923		—		1,923		—
Provision for income tax	11,788		8,417		18,061		18,608
Adjusted EBITDA	$          201,657		$          175,300		$          410,793		$          369,484
Adjusted EBITDA
Las Vegas operations	$          223,147		$          193,051		$          452,906		$          407,140
Corporate and other	(21,490)		(17,751)		(42,113)		(37,656)
Adjusted EBITDA	$          201,657		$          175,300		$          410,793		$          369,484

 

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FAQ

What were Red Rock Resorts' (RRR) Q2 2024 net revenues?

Red Rock Resorts' net revenues for Q2 2024 were $486.4 million, an increase of 16.9% from $416.1 million in Q2 2023.

How did Red Rock Resorts' (RRR) net income change in Q2 2024?

Red Rock Resorts' net income for Q2 2024 was $69.8 million, a decrease of 6.8% from $74.9 million in Q2 2023.

What was Red Rock Resorts' (RRR) Adjusted EBITDA for Q2 2024?

Red Rock Resorts' Adjusted EBITDA for Q2 2024 was $201.7 million, an increase of 15.0% from $175.3 million in Q2 2023.

What dividend did Red Rock Resorts (RRR) declare for Q3 2024?

Red Rock Resorts declared a cash dividend of $0.25 per Class A common share for the third quarter of 2024, payable on September 30, 2024.