Full House Resorts (NASDAQ: FLL) grows 2025 revenue but remains unprofitable
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Full House Resorts reported modest growth but continued losses for 2025. Fourth-quarter revenues rose 3.4% to $75.4 million, driven by American Place Casino and the ramp-up of Chamonix Casino Hotel, partially offset by the sale of Stockman’s Casino. Q4 net loss was $(12.4) million, or $(0.34) per diluted share, while Adjusted EBITDA improved slightly to $10.7 million.
For the full year, revenues increased to $302.4 million from $292.1 million, but the company still posted a net loss of $(40.2) million, or $(1.12) per share. Adjusted EBITDA was $48.1 million, roughly flat versus 2024. American Place Casino revenues grew 13.1% for the year and 11.0% in the fourth quarter, and Colorado properties showed improved performance.
As of December 31, 2025, the company held $40.7 million in cash and cash equivalents and had $450.0 million of senior secured notes due 2028, callable at par, plus $10.0 million available on a $40.0 million revolving credit facility. The revolving facility’s maturity was extended to August 15, 2027. Full House plans to break ground on its permanent American Place casino in March or April 2026, targeting an opening in approximately 18 to 24 months, and a bill has been introduced to extend its temporary American Place operation by 18 months beyond August 2027.
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Modest revenue growth and flat EBITDA, with key projects advancing but losses persisting.
Full House Resorts delivered 2025 revenues of $302.4 million, up from $292.1 million, while net loss remained sizeable at $(40.2) million. Adjusted EBITDA was effectively flat at $48.1 million, indicating that higher revenues are largely being absorbed by operating and financing costs.
American Place Casino is a clear bright spot, with revenues up 13.1% for the year and 11.0% in Q4, supporting management’s view of long-term potential in the northern Chicago market. Colorado’s Chamonix/Bronco Billy’s properties also showed improved revenues and Adjusted Property EBITDA, helped by a refreshed management team and marketing efforts.
On the project side, the company expects to start foundation work on the permanent American Place in March or April 2026, aiming for an opening in approximately 18 to 24 months, initially funded from internal sources. A bill in the Illinois legislature seeks to extend the temporary American Place license by 18 months beyond August 2027, which, if enacted, would help maintain continuity of operations until the permanent facility opens. Actual financial impact will depend on execution, cost control and future legislative outcomes.
High leverage and steady interest burden offset operating gains; liquidity appears adequate near term.
As of December 31, 2025, the company reported $40.7 million in cash and cash equivalents and $450.0 million of senior secured notes due 2028, which are currently callable at par. Net interest expense remained heavy at $42.7 million in 2025, nearly matching Adjusted EBITDA of $48.1 million.
The revolving credit facility totals $40.0 million, with $10.0 million available and a newly extended maturity date of August 15, 2027. This extension slightly reduces near-term refinancing pressure but does not change the sizeable 2028 note maturity. Management also plans to fund initial American Place foundation work from internal sources before completing project financing.
From a credit perspective, the combination of continued net losses, substantial non-cash depreciation of $42.6 million, and large interest costs suggests tight coverage metrics, even though operating cash flow is positive. Subsequent filings may provide more detail on permanent American Place financing and any steps toward refinancing the 2028 notes.
