5359 stories by Todd Shriber
Las Vegas Sands Could Increase Casino Space in Singapore
Las Vegas Sands (NYSE: LVS) could boost the square footage devoted to the casino at its Marina Bay Sands integrated resort in Singapore as part of previously announced expansion plans for the venue. Later this year, the operator is expected to divulge...
Bally’s Bronx Casino Bid Faces Parkland Quagmire
In what could prove to be a sequel to a scenario that played out in Queens, an effort to position a Bronx golf course for a New York City casino license could be stymied by a lack of political support to change...
Sands Billionaire Miriam Adelson to Bankroll Trump Super PAC
Dr. Miriam Adelson, the largest owner of Las Vegas Sands (NYSE: LVS) stock, will reportedly contribute financing for Preserve America, a super political action committee (PAC) aiming to help former President Donald Trump reclaim the White House in November. Preserve America was...
IGT Upgraded on Constructive Lottery Outlook
Shares of International Game Technology (NYSE: IGT) rallied Thursday after the stock landed an upgrade based on its lottery exposure and reduced risks in Italy. In a note to clients, Stifel analyst Jeffrey Stantial moved IGT to “buy” from “hold” while boosting...
DraftKings’ Illinois-Induced Sell-Off Exaggerates Contagion Risk, Says Analyst
Shares of DraftKings (NASDAQ: DKNG) dipped slightly on Wednesday following a Tuesday tumble caused by news that Illinois will implement a progressive sports wagering tax that will saddle the largest operators by revenue with the biggest tabs. That means DraftKings and FanDuel...
DraftKings Reportedly Eyeing Simplebet Acquisition
DraftKings (NASDAQ: DKNG) is said to be close to acquiring micro-betting provider Simplebet in a transaction that could value the target at $120 million to $170 million. Earnings + More broke the news, citing unidentified sources familiar with the matter. As of...
Queens Casino Proposal on Life Support as Ramos Balks at Gaming Venue
Efforts by New York Mets owner Steve Cohen and Hard Rock International to bring a casino hotel to the area near Citi Field may be on life support after State Sen. Jessica Ramos (D-Queens) announced Tuesday that she won't support legislation to...
DraftKings, Flutter Tumble as Illinois Advances Sports Betting Tax Hike
On news that the Illinois Senate approved a budget that includes a near tripling of the state’s tax rate on regulated sportsbook operators, shares of DraftKings (NASDAQ: DKNG) and Flutter (NYSE: FLUT) tumbled Tuesday. In the first trading day since the fiscal...
Pretlow Says It’s Time for New York to Realize Casino Revenue Benefits
New York Assemblyman Gary Pretlow (D-Mount Vernon) believes it’s time for the state to put the pedal to the metal when it comes to realizing benefits from casino gaming in the New York City area. It’s been two years since New York...
Bally’s, Carnival Cruise Team Up on Points Deal
Carnival Cruise Line is the latest cruise operator to partner with a gaming company to appeal to customers’ enthusiasm for loyalty programs. The cruise company said Thursday that Bally’s Rewards members will be able to earn benefits aboard Carnival’s 27 ships. In...
