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MGM China Reports 2019 Annual Results

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Group Revenue Grew 19% Year-on-Year Adjusted EBITDA Up 28%

 MGM China Holdings Limited (“MGM China” or the “Company”; SEHK Stock Code: 2282) announced the selected unaudited financial data of the Company and its subsidiaries (the “Group”) for the three months and 12 months ended December 31, 2019 (the “Year”).

  • During the Year, MGM China saw revenue up by 19% to approximately HK$22.8 billion. Adjusted EBITDA grew by 28% year-on-year to approximately HK$6.2billion.
  • Adjusted EBITDA margin improved by 197 basis points to approximately 27.2% from approximately 25.2% a year ago.
  • MGM China recorded a growth of approximately 37% year-on-year for mass table win, 1% growth for slot win; and flat year-on-year performance growth for VIP table game win.
  • Overall occupancy reached 93.1% (2018: 92.6%).
  • Full year market share rose to 9.5%, up from 7.9% in 2018, the highest in five years.
  • MGM China sees approximately 86% of profit from non-VIP businesses last year.
  • MGM COTAI continues to ramp since the property opened in February 2018. It recorded growth across all business segments. Adjusted EBITDA was up 177% to HK$2.4 billion. Main floor table games win was up 77% year-on-year to approximately HK$6.9 billion. Slot win was up 41% to HK$1.0 billion. VIP table games win was up 220% to approximately HK$4.0 billion.
  • Meanwhile MGM MACAU remains resilient and generated solid profit on the Peninsula, where accounted for about one-third of overall Macau gross gaming revenue in 2019. Adjusted EBITDA was down 4% to HK$3.8 billion last year with a margin of 30.9%. The property has completed a seven-month renovation on the casino floor in October. We have seen encouraging initial results on mass performance and look forwards to further optimization on gaming floor.
  • Premium focus remains the key strategy for MGM as we continue to focus on growth and profitability. We have opened all the villas of Mansions last year as part of our unique high-end offerings to boost player retention and new player acquisition.

MGM hotels are now closed, followed the Macau government decision on February 5 to temporarily suspend operations of all casinos in the city to prevent the spread locally of the coronavirus infection.

Grant Bowie, Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of MGM China said: “We are grateful for the decisive actions and leadership of the Macau government it takes to contain the coronavirus. MGM places high importance on the health and safety of our team members, guests and all Macau citizens, and fighting against the epidemic is its current topmost priority. We will continue to work with government and our MGM team as we are preparing for the recovery.”

 

About MGM China Holdings Limited:

MGM China Holdings Limited (HKEx: 2282) is a leading developer, owner and operator of gaming and lodging resorts in the Greater China region. We are the holding company of MGM Grand Paradise, SA which holds one of the six gaming concessions/subconcessions to run casino games in Macau. MGM Grand Paradise, SA owns and operates MGM MACAU, the award-winning premium integrated resort located on the Macau Peninsula and MGM COTAI, a contemporary luxury integrated resort in Cotai, which opened in early 2018 and more than doubles our presence in Macau.

MGM China is majority owned by MGM Resorts International one of the world’s leading global hospitality companies, operating a portfolio of destination resort brands including Bellagio, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay and The Mirage. For more information about MGM Resorts International, visit the Company’s website at www.mgmresorts.com.

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PropellerAds launches localized platform in China

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PropellerAds, one of the world’s leading advertising platforms, is proud to announce the official launch of the Chinese-language version of propellerads.com with native support team, marking a major step in its strategic expansion across East Asia. The announcement comes in response to growing regional demand for industry-leading advertising platforms specializing in high growth sectors, including gaming and e-commerce.

To mark the launch, a Chinese version of the PropellerAds website is now live, complete with full translation and a dedicated team of native-speaking experts to support Chinese-speaking clients. This has been complemented by an official WeChat channel where updates, insights, and company news updates will be shared directly with its Chinese-speaking audiences.

As a global market leader in digital advertising with 15 daily billion ad impressions across over 195 GEOs, PropellerAds brings over a decade of proven success to the Chinese market. Its deep expertise in performance-driven formats like Popunder, Push Notifications, and Telegram Mini Apps, has helped thousands of advertisers scale their campaigns worldwide. Now, Chinese-speaking clients can benefit directly from this global experience, expert support, and strategic tools tailored to their needs,  empowering them to reach international audiences with precision and confidence.

“We’re excited to deepen our relationships in the Chinese market,” said Matvey Shmidt, Sales Director at PropellerAds.

“Our goal is to empower advertisers and partners in China with the tools, support, and insights they need to succeed globally. For the first time, Chinese clients can benefit from our global expertise while accessing a multisource advertising platform designed to local demands and needs.”

In addition to its established ad formats, PropellerAds continues to innovate with new channels such as Telegram Mini Apps, Survey Exit, and In-Page Push, providing advertisers with access to audiences and engagement opportunities. These formats expand the platform’s capabilities beyond traditional web placements, with brands reaching high-intent users across multiple ecosystems with precision targeting and performance-driven optimization.

PropellerAds recently made a successful appearance at China Joy, one of Asia’s largest digital entertainment expos, where the team connected with hundreds of partners and advertisers, and Global Traffic Conference in Shenzen. Looking ahead, PropellerAds will be attending GTC in Shanghai this November, continuing its mission to foster meaningful partnerships and drive innovation in the region.

Shmidt continued: “This launch reaffirms PropellerAds as a global leader in digital advertising, offering scalable solutions and localized support to help businesses grow across borders, with this being the first in a series of new launches we will be announcing in the region soon. We look forward to meeting our clients and speaking with interested clients at GTC in Shanghai.”

You can visit PropellerAds at stand B69, at GTC in Shanghai, on 5th and 6th of November.

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Advantech Introduces DPX-S460: Empowering Gaming with AMD’s 8000 Series APU

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Advantech has released DPX-S460, the newest member of its S-series gaming platform family. Powered by AMD’s Ryzen Embedded 8000 Series APUs, the DPX-S460 combines cutting-edge Zen 4 architecture, RDNA3 graphics and integrated AI acceleration, making it a game-changer in regulated gaming markets.

“The DPX-S460 exemplifies our dedication to leveraging advanced technologies to create powerful and flexible gaming solutions. With AMD’s 8000 Series chipset, we’re delivering a platform that meets the most demanding requirements of the gaming industry,” said Craig Stapleton, Product Director for Advantech.

The DPX-S460 brings advanced capabilities to gaming OEMs, including:

• Graphics Excellence: Radeon RDNA3 graphics cores supporting four independent 4K monitors

• AI Acceleration: Integrated XDNA neural processing unit for edge AI applications

• Versatile Power Options: Compatible with both 12V DC single input and ATX power supplies

• Backward Compatibility: Designed to integrate seamlessly with 10 generations of previous S-series products

• Optimized for the Gaming Industry.

The DPX-S460 delivers a high-performance, scalable platform tailored for regulated gaming markets. Its backward compatibility ensures a robust return on investment for existing customers, while its forward-looking design supports next-generation gaming experiences.

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NagaWorld Achieves Exceptional Great Place To Work Certification with Near-Perfect 95% Trust Index Score

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NagaCorp Ltd. together with its subsidiary NagaWorld, a leading Integrated Resort in the Mekong Region, announced that it has recently been Certified by Great Place To Work, a global authority on workplace culture. This prestigious certification, earned with an exceptional Trust Index score of 95%, is based entirely on direct and anonymous employee feedback. A high score indicates a positive work environment where employees felt empowered to be their best selves in a safe work environment while receiving fair recognition, rewards and opportunities for growth.

“It is encouraging and inspiring to see the practice of workplace culture and excellence being cultivated and recognised in Cambodia and being valued by each member in our company. We are both humbled by this international recognition and immensely proud of each member of our Naga family who through their passion for improving livelihoods come to the workplace everyday, not only to work, but to learn, to deliver and to promote the Khmer culture to the world through the works we collectively do. This certification is a recognition of the collective spirit and dedication of every member of our Naga family,” said Mr. Chen Yiy Fon, Chief Executive Officer & Executive Director of NagaCorp.

“We will mark this milestone in our ‘Shaping Tomorrow, Together’ journey, which places our people at the core of everything we do. We are immensely proud of our team of over 6000 professionals. This recognition is possible because of you. We congratulate our fellow recipients in Cambodia who have received Great Place to Work certification and together let us continue to build and foster a workplace environment of excellence, integrity, and mutual respect where productivity can thrive and flourish,” Chen Yiy Fon added.

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