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Category: Las Vegas Sands (LVS)
Date: 1 February 2021 Stock price of Las Vegas Sands (LVS): $49.95 We take a look at the 4th quarter 2020 earnings report of Las Vegas Sands, owner of hotels such as The Marina Bay Sands in Singapore and Sands Expo in Las Vegas. For the 4th quarter of 2020 the group reported revenue of $1.146 billion and a net loss of -$299 million. Losses are largely due to Covid-19 affecting travel and visits to their resorts.
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Mr. Robert G. Goldstein, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer - His impact will live on through the company's 50,000 team members and the iconic properties he developed around the world. These last few weeks since Sheldon's passing have been difficult for all of us, but his commitment to investing aggressively to build iconic resorts that deliver economic benefits to our host communities, the core of the company's operating strategy, remains firmly in place "
More About Las Vegas Sands (LVS)
Las Vegas Sands is the world’s pre-eminent developer and operator of world-class Integrated Resorts. We deliver unrivaled economic benefits to the communities in which we operate. Sands created the meetings, incentives, convention and exhibition (MICE)-based Integrated Resort. Our industry-leading Integrated Resorts provide substantial contributions to our host communities including growth in leisure and business tourism, sustained job creation and ongoing financial opportunities for local small and medium-sized businesses.
Our properties include The Venetian Resort and Sands Expo in Las Vegas and the iconic Marina Bay Sands in Singapore. Through majority ownership in Sands China Ltd., we have developed the largest portfolio of properties on the Cotai Strip in Macao, including The Venetian Macao, The Plaza and Four Seasons Hotel Macao, Sands Cotai Central and The Parisian Macao, as well as the Sands Macao on the Macao Peninsula. Sands is dedicated to being a good corporate citizen, anchored by the core tenets of serving people, planet and communities.
We deliver a great working environment for 50,000 team members worldwide, drive social impact through the Sands Cares charitable giving and community engagement program and lead in environmental performance through the award-winning Sands ECO360 global sustainability program
Our properties include The Venetian Resort and Sands Expo in Las Vegas and the iconic Marina Bay Sands in Singapore. Through majority ownership in Sands China Ltd., we have developed the largest portfolio of properties on the Cotai Strip in Macao, including The Venetian Macao, The Plaza and Four Seasons Hotel Macao, Sands Cotai Central and The Parisian Macao, as well as the Sands Macao on the Macao Peninsula. Sands is dedicated to being a good corporate citizen, anchored by the core tenets of serving people, planet and communities.
We deliver a great working environment for 50,000 team members worldwide, drive social impact through the Sands Cares charitable giving and community engagement program and lead in environmental performance through the award-winning Sands ECO360 global sustainability program
Overview of Las Vegas Sands 4th quarter 2020 earnings report
Net revenue was $1.15 billion, a decrease of 67.3% from the prior year quarter. Operating loss was $211 million, compared to operating income of $934 million in the prior year quarter. Net loss in the fourth quarter of 2020 was $376 million, compared to net income of $783 million in the fourth quarter of 2019. Consolidated adjusted property EBITDA was $141 million, compared to $1.39 billion in the prior year quarter.
Full year 2020 operating loss was $1.69 billion, compared to operating income of $3.70 billion in 2019. Net loss attributable to Las Vegas Sands was $1.69 billion, or $(2.21) per diluted share, in 2020, compared to net income of $2.70 billion, or $3.50 per diluted share, in 2019.
Sands China Ltd. Consolidated Financial Results
On a GAAP basis, total net revenues for SCL decreased 69.9%, compared to the fourth quarter of 2019, to $672 million. Net loss for SCL was $246 million, compared to net income of $513 million in the fourth quarter of 2019.
On a GAAP basis, full year 2020 total net revenues for SCL decreased 80.8%, compared to the full year 2019, to $1.69 billion. Net loss for SCL was $1.52 billion in 2020, compared to net income of $2.04 billion in 2019.
Other Factors Affecting Earnings
Interest expense, net of amounts capitalized, was $150 million for the fourth quarter of 2020, compared to $134 million in the prior year quarter. Our weighted average debt balance increased compared to the prior year quarter due to the issuance of $1.50 billion of senior notes by SCL in June 2020, while our weighted average borrowing cost in the fourth quarter of 2020 was 4.4%, compared to 4.3% during the fourth quarter of 2019.
Our income tax expense for the fourth quarter of 2020 was $8 million, compared to $65 million in the prior year quarter. The income tax expense for the fourth quarter of 2020 was primarily driven by a 17% statutory tax rate on our Singapore operations partially offset by an income tax benefit driven by pre-tax losses experienced by our U.S. operations.
Balance Sheet Items
Unrestricted cash balances as of December 31, 2020 were $2.12 billion.
SCL entered into an agreement with lenders to increase commitments under its revolving credit facility by the U.S. dollar equivalent of $494 million based on exchange rates at the time of the transaction, which became effective on January 25, 2021. After taking into account the aforementioned increase, the total available borrowing capacity under the SCL revolving credit facility was $2.51 billion and the company has access to a total of $4.46 billion available for borrowing under our U.S., SCL and Singapore revolving credit facilities, net of outstanding letters of credit.
As of December 31, 2020, total debt outstanding, excluding finance leases, was $13.98 billion.
Capital Expenditures
Capital expenditures during the fourth quarter totaled $252 million, including construction, development and maintenance activities of $201 million in Macao, $27 million at Marina Bay Sands and $24 million in Las Vegas.
Full year 2020 operating loss was $1.69 billion, compared to operating income of $3.70 billion in 2019. Net loss attributable to Las Vegas Sands was $1.69 billion, or $(2.21) per diluted share, in 2020, compared to net income of $2.70 billion, or $3.50 per diluted share, in 2019.
Sands China Ltd. Consolidated Financial Results
On a GAAP basis, total net revenues for SCL decreased 69.9%, compared to the fourth quarter of 2019, to $672 million. Net loss for SCL was $246 million, compared to net income of $513 million in the fourth quarter of 2019.
On a GAAP basis, full year 2020 total net revenues for SCL decreased 80.8%, compared to the full year 2019, to $1.69 billion. Net loss for SCL was $1.52 billion in 2020, compared to net income of $2.04 billion in 2019.
Other Factors Affecting Earnings
Interest expense, net of amounts capitalized, was $150 million for the fourth quarter of 2020, compared to $134 million in the prior year quarter. Our weighted average debt balance increased compared to the prior year quarter due to the issuance of $1.50 billion of senior notes by SCL in June 2020, while our weighted average borrowing cost in the fourth quarter of 2020 was 4.4%, compared to 4.3% during the fourth quarter of 2019.
Our income tax expense for the fourth quarter of 2020 was $8 million, compared to $65 million in the prior year quarter. The income tax expense for the fourth quarter of 2020 was primarily driven by a 17% statutory tax rate on our Singapore operations partially offset by an income tax benefit driven by pre-tax losses experienced by our U.S. operations.
Balance Sheet Items
Unrestricted cash balances as of December 31, 2020 were $2.12 billion.
SCL entered into an agreement with lenders to increase commitments under its revolving credit facility by the U.S. dollar equivalent of $494 million based on exchange rates at the time of the transaction, which became effective on January 25, 2021. After taking into account the aforementioned increase, the total available borrowing capacity under the SCL revolving credit facility was $2.51 billion and the company has access to a total of $4.46 billion available for borrowing under our U.S., SCL and Singapore revolving credit facilities, net of outstanding letters of credit.
As of December 31, 2020, total debt outstanding, excluding finance leases, was $13.98 billion.
Capital Expenditures
Capital expenditures during the fourth quarter totaled $252 million, including construction, development and maintenance activities of $201 million in Macao, $27 million at Marina Bay Sands and $24 million in Las Vegas.
Las Vegas Sands management commentary on their 4th quarter 2020 earnings report
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE: LVS), the world's leading developer and operator of convention-based Integrated Resorts, while continuing to mourn the loss of its visionary founder, Mr. Sheldon G. Adelson, today reported financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2020.
"Mr. Adelson's vision and leadership created Las Vegas Sands and the convention-based Integrated Resort business model that forms the bedrock of the company's success," said Mr. Robert G. Goldstein, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. "His impact will live on through the company's 50,000 team members and the iconic properties he developed around the world. These last few weeks since Sheldon's passing have been difficult for all of us, but his commitment to investing aggressively to build iconic resorts that deliver economic benefits to our host communities, the core of the company's operating strategy, remains firmly in place. I am deeply committed to continuing the execution of the strategy he created, and confident that we will deliver growth in the years ahead while honoring his legacy and realizing his vision for the creation of additional Integrated Resorts in new markets."
"Mr. Adelson established the roadmap for the future of this company, and that roadmap remains unchanged," said Patrick Dumont, President and Chief Operating Officer. "I am dedicated to working with Rob and our leadership team to make our strategic objectives a reality. Our path forward is clear and remains true to the principles our founder was committed to for so many years – we will continue supporting our people and the local communities in which we operate, reinvesting in our current markets, producing strong returns for our shareholders and aggressively pursuing new development opportunities."
"Mr. Adelson's vision and leadership created Las Vegas Sands and the convention-based Integrated Resort business model that forms the bedrock of the company's success," said Mr. Robert G. Goldstein, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. "His impact will live on through the company's 50,000 team members and the iconic properties he developed around the world. These last few weeks since Sheldon's passing have been difficult for all of us, but his commitment to investing aggressively to build iconic resorts that deliver economic benefits to our host communities, the core of the company's operating strategy, remains firmly in place. I am deeply committed to continuing the execution of the strategy he created, and confident that we will deliver growth in the years ahead while honoring his legacy and realizing his vision for the creation of additional Integrated Resorts in new markets."
"Mr. Adelson established the roadmap for the future of this company, and that roadmap remains unchanged," said Patrick Dumont, President and Chief Operating Officer. "I am dedicated to working with Rob and our leadership team to make our strategic objectives a reality. Our path forward is clear and remains true to the principles our founder was committed to for so many years – we will continue supporting our people and the local communities in which we operate, reinvesting in our current markets, producing strong returns for our shareholders and aggressively pursuing new development opportunities."
"Turning to our financial results, I am pleased to share that the recovery process from the Covid-19 pandemic continues to progress in both Macao and Singapore" said Mr. Goldstein. "Our greatest priority as the recovery continues remains our deep commitment to supporting our team members and to helping those in need in each of our local communities of Macao, Singapore and Las Vegas."
"We remain optimistic about the eventual recovery of travel and tourism spending across our markets. We are fortunate that our financial strength supports our previously announced capital expenditure programs in both Macao and Singapore, as well as our pursuit of growth opportunities in new markets."
"We remain optimistic about the eventual recovery of travel and tourism spending across our markets. We are fortunate that our financial strength supports our previously announced capital expenditure programs in both Macao and Singapore, as well as our pursuit of growth opportunities in new markets."
Las Vegas Sands (LVS) stock price chart over the last 5 years
The image below shows the stock price history of Las Vegas Sands (LVS) over the last 5 years. And its been a pretty average time for Las Vegas Sands stockholders with the stock increasing by a mere 3.4% over the last 5 years.
The stock of Banc of California is trading at closer to its 52 week low than it is to its 52 week high which is a clear indication that the short term sentiment and momentum of Las Vegas Sands stock is negative at this point in time.
The stock of Banc of California is trading at closer to its 52 week low than it is to its 52 week high which is a clear indication that the short term sentiment and momentum of Las Vegas Sands stock is negative at this point in time.
Latest stock valuation of Las Vegas Sands (LVS)
So what is Las Vegas Sands (LVS) stock worth based on their 4th quarter 2020 earnings report? Based on their earnings report our valuation model provides a target price (full value price) for Las Vegas Sands at $57.20 a stock.
We therefore believe the stock of Las Vegas Sands is slightly undervalued at its current price of $57.20
We usually recommend long term fundamental or value investors look to enter a stock at least 10% below our target price (full value price), which in this case is $57.20, thus a good entry point into Las Vegas Sands would be at $51.50 or below.
We expect the stock of Las Vegas Sands to kick up from current levels in coming weeks and months to levels closer to our target price (full value price), as their stock is price is undervalued and their business is bound to pick up as Covid-19 vaccines are rolled out and the pandemic eases
We therefore believe the stock of Las Vegas Sands is slightly undervalued at its current price of $57.20
We usually recommend long term fundamental or value investors look to enter a stock at least 10% below our target price (full value price), which in this case is $57.20, thus a good entry point into Las Vegas Sands would be at $51.50 or below.
We expect the stock of Las Vegas Sands to kick up from current levels in coming weeks and months to levels closer to our target price (full value price), as their stock is price is undervalued and their business is bound to pick up as Covid-19 vaccines are rolled out and the pandemic eases
Next earnings release of Las Vegas Sands (LVS)
It is expected that Las Vegas Sands (LVS) will release their 1st quarter 2021 earnings report in late April 2021
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