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Melco Announces Unaudited Second Quarter 2023 Earnings
Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited, a developer, owner, and operator of integrated resort facilities in Asia and Europe, reported its unaudited financial results for the second quarter of 2023.
Total operating revenues for the second quarter of 2023 were US$947.9 million, representing an increase of approximately 220% from US$296.1 million for the comparable period in 2022. The increase in total operating revenues was primarily attributable to the improved performance in all gaming segments and non-gaming operations primarily due to the relaxation of COVID-19 related restrictions in Macau in January 2023, the openings of Studio City Phase 2’s Epic Tower and indoor waterpark in April 2023, as well as the launch of residency concerts at Studio City in the same month.
Operating income for the second quarter of 2023 was US$64.3 million, compared with operating loss of US$209.2 million in the second quarter of 2022.
Melco generated Adjusted Property EBITDA(1) of US$267.3 million in the second quarter of 2023, compared with negative Adjusted Property EBITDA of US$13.8 million in the second quarter of 2022.
Net loss attributable to Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited for the second quarter of 2023 was US$23.4 million, or US$0.05 per ADS, compared with US$251.5 million, or US$0.53 per ADS, in the second quarter of 2022. The net loss attributable to noncontrolling interests was US$27.7 million and US$43.2 million during the second quarters of 2023 and 2022, respectively, all of which were related to Studio City, City of Dreams Manila, and City of Dreams Mediterranean and Other.
Mr. Lawrence Ho, our Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, commented, “The strength of our Macau recovery is evident in the 43% increase in gross gaming revenue in the second quarter of 2023 compared to the first quarter of 2023. We’ve seen mass drop increase month-to-month and turnover in our premium direct VIP segment continued to exceed 2019 during the second quarter.
“Labor supply issues in Macau have been largely resolved. We have been able to provide our customers with Melco’s full suite of services and amenities. We expect to add another 560 hotel rooms to our portfolio with the opening of W Macau at Studio City in September and are well positioned to support the continuing increase of customers in Macau.
“The mass segment is also leading the recovery in the Philippines, continuing to outperform 2019 in the second quarter of 2023. And in Cyprus, we opened City of Dreams Mediterranean to the public in July after a successful soft opening in June, and we’re excited for its prospects as we ramp up our operations.
“Environmental sustainability is built into the core of our business and embedded in our operations. Examples of this include the sophisticated water filtration system installed in our waterpark at Studio City to reduce water consumption and improve water reuse and meticulously-designed sustainable packaging and amenities that are free of single-use plastics. We are also continuing our work towards achieving BREEAM certifications for Studio City Phase 2 and City of Dreams Mediterranean following the construction completion of these properties.”
City of Dreams Second Quarter Results
For the quarter ended June 30, 2023, total operating revenues at City of Dreams were US$506.2 million, compared with US$97.3 million in the second quarter of 2022. City of Dreams generated Adjusted EBITDA of US$161.2 million in the second quarter of 2023, compared with negative Adjusted EBITDA of US$28.5 million in the second quarter of 2022. The year-over-year increase in Adjusted EBITDA was primarily a result of better performance in all gaming segments and non-gaming operations.
Rolling chip volume was US$5.76 billion for the second quarter of 2023 versus US$748.1 million in the second quarter of 2022. The rolling chip win rate was 2.88% in the second quarter of 2023 versus 2.57% in the second quarter of 2022. The expected rolling chip win rate range is 2.85% – 3.15%.
Mass market table games drop increased to US$1.24 billion in the second quarter of 2023, compared with US$209.1 million in the second quarter of 2022. The mass market table games hold percentage was 32.0% in the second quarter of 2023, compared with 33.0% in the second quarter of 2022.
Gaming machine handle for the second quarter of 2023 was US$771.5 million, compared with US$217.1 million in the second quarter of 2022. The gaming machine win rate was 2.8% in the second quarter of 2023 versus 2.7% in the second quarter of 2022.
Total non-gaming revenue at City of Dreams in the second quarter of 2023 was US$68.9 million, compared with US$24.3 million in the second quarter of 2022.
Altira Macau Second Quarter Results
For the quarter ended June 30, 2023, total operating revenues at Altira Macau were US$29.3 million, compared with US$7.2 million in the second quarter of 2022. Altira Macau generated Adjusted EBITDA of US$4.3 million in the second quarter of 2023, compared with negative Adjusted EBITDA of US$11.3 million in the second quarter of 2022. The year-over-year increase in Adjusted EBITDA was primarily a result of better performance in all gaming segments and non-gaming operations.
In the mass market table games segment, drop was US$116.6 million in the second quarter of 2023 versus US$29.3 million in the second quarter of 2022. The mass market table games hold percentage was 24.2% in the second quarter of 2023, compared with 17.5% in the second quarter of 2022.
Gaming machine handle for the second quarter of 2023 was US$82.0 million, compared with US$41.5 million in the second quarter of 2022. The gaming machine win rate was 3.3% in the second quarter of 2023 versus 4.2% in the second quarter of 2022.
Total non-gaming revenue at Altira Macau in the second quarter of 2023 was US$4.9 million, compared with US$1.9 million in the second quarter of 2022.
Mocha and Other Second Quarter Results
Total operating revenues from Mocha and Other were US$28.8 million in the second quarter of 2023, compared with US$17.0 million in the second quarter of 2022. Mocha and Other generated Adjusted EBITDA of US$6.7 million in the second quarter of 2023, compared with Adjusted EBITDA of US$2.5 million in the second quarter of 2022.
Mass market table games drop was US$41.4 million in the second quarter of 2023 versus US$0.4 million in the second quarter of 2022. The mass market table games hold percentage was 18.2% in the second quarter of 2023 versus 26.9% in the second quarter of 2022.
Gaming machine handle for the second quarter of 2023 was US$502.8 million, compared with US$406.8 million in the second quarter of 2022. The gaming machine win rate was 4.5% in the second quarter of 2023 versus 4.2% in the second quarter of 2022.
Studio City Second Quarter Results
For the quarter ended June 30, 2023, total operating revenues at Studio City were US$236.0 million, compared with US$35.9 million in the second quarter of 2022. Studio City generated Adjusted EBITDA of US$41.1 million in the second quarter of 2023, compared with negative Adjusted EBITDA of US$31.1 million in the second quarter of 2022. The year-over-year increase in Adjusted EBITDA was primarily a result of better performance in the mass market table games segment and non-gaming operations.
Studio City’s rolling chip volume was US$789.5 million in the second quarter of 2023 versus US$104.1 million in the second quarter of 2022. The rolling chip win rate was 1.43% in the second quarter of 2023 versus 5.33% in the second quarter of 2022. The expected rolling chip win rate range is 2.85% – 3.15%.
Mass market table games drop increased to US$716.6 million in the second quarter of 2023, compared with US$93.2 million in the second quarter of 2022. The mass market table games hold percentage was 25.5% in the second quarter of 2023, compared with 25.7% in the second quarter of 2022.
Gaming machine handle for the second quarter of 2023 was US$595.4 million, compared with US$201.7 million in the second quarter of 2022. The gaming machine win rate was 3.4% in the second quarter of 2023, compared with 2.5% in the second quarter of 2022.
Total non-gaming revenue at Studio City in the second quarter of 2023 was US$74.3 million, compared with US$8.3 million in the second quarter of 2022.
City of Dreams Manila Second Quarter Results
For the quarter ended June 30, 2023, total operating revenues at City of Dreams Manila were US$116.4 million, compared with US$111.7 million in the second quarter of 2022. City of Dreams Manila generated Adjusted EBITDA of US$47.0 million in the second quarter of 2023, compared with Adjusted EBITDA of US$49.0 million in the comparable period of 2022.
City of Dreams Manila’s rolling chip volume was US$520.2 million in the second quarter of 2023 versus US$771.3 million in the second quarter of 2022. The rolling chip win rate was 3.10% in the second quarter of 2023 versus 2.95% in the second quarter of 2022. The expected rolling chip win rate range is 2.85% – 3.15%.
Mass market table games drop increased to US$194.5 million in the second quarter of 2023, compared with US$178.4 million in the second quarter of 2022. The mass market table games hold percentage was 31.3% in the second quarter of 2023, compared with 29.0% in the second quarter of 2022.
Gaming machine handle for the second quarter of 2023 was US$1.01 billion, compared with US$925.6 million in the second quarter of 2022. The gaming machine win rate was 4.8% in the second quarter of 2023 versus 5.3% in the second quarter of 2022.
Total non-gaming revenue at City of Dreams Manila in the second quarter of 2023 was US$28.7 million, compared with US$27.3 million in the second quarter of 2022.
City of Dreams Mediterranean and Other Second Quarter Results
City of Dreams Mediterranean officially opened to the public on July 10, 2023, after a soft opening in June. The Company continues to operate three satellite casinos in Cyprus in conjunction with City of Dreams Mediterranean (collectively, the “Cyprus Casinos”).
Total operating revenues at the Cyprus Casinos for the quarter ended June 30, 2023 were US$30.9 million, compared with US$21.7 million in the second quarter of 2022. The Cyprus Casinos generated Adjusted EBITDA of US$6.9 million in the second quarter of 2023, compared with Adjusted EBITDA of US$5.6 million in the second quarter of 2022. The year-over-year increase in Adjusted EBITDA was primarily a result of better performance in the mass market segment.
Rolling chip volume was US$0.1 million in both the second quarters of 2023 and 2022. The rolling chip win rate was 2.52% in the second quarter of 2023, compared with negative 6.12% in the second quarter of 2022. The expected rolling chip win rate range is 2.85% – 3.15%.
Mass market table games drop was US$47.0 million in the second quarter of 2023, compared with US$31.4 million in the second quarter of 2022. The mass market table games hold percentage was 21.9% in the second quarter of 2023, compared with 19.5% in the second quarter of 2022.
Gaming machine handle for the second quarter of 2023 was US$391.7 million, compared with US$315.9 million in the second quarter of 2022. The gaming machine win rate was 5.1% in the second quarter of 2023 versus 5.0% in the second quarter of 2022.
Total non-gaming revenue at City of Dreams Mediterranean and Other in the second quarter of 2023 was US$1.9 million, compared with US$0.1 million in the second quarter of 2022.
Other Factors Affecting Earnings
Total net non-operating expenses for the second quarter of 2023 were US$116.5 million, which mainly included interest expenses of US$123.5 million, net of amounts capitalized, partially offset by interest income of US$5.0 million.
Depreciation and amortization costs of US$136.5 million were recorded in the second quarter of 2023, of which US$5.7 million related to the amortization expense for land use rights.
New title adds Fire Spins and Blitz Spins bonuses plus Standard, Super and Ultra Power Play modes at 5x, 10x and 20x stake.
Blueprint Gaming has released a new slot, Wolf Fury Fire Blitz, built around an “evolving Fire Blitz mechanic” and two bonus paths: Fire Spins and Blitz Spins.
The game uses a Fire Blitz logo above the reels as a meter. In the base game and Power Play, the supplier said every Cash and Wolf symbol contributes to the meter, with boosts able to add extra symbols and “guarantees either Fire Spins or Blitz Spins.”
Fire Spins triggers when six or more Cash symbols land in view. Each reel position spins independently to add more Cash or Wolf symbols, with new symbols resetting a three-spin counter and locking in place. Blueprint said the Wolf can land on the centre reel to collect all Cash symbols in view, then collect additional prizes that land for the remainder of the feature.
Blitz Spins activates when a Wolf symbol lands on reel three alongside Cash symbols on two adjacent reels. During the bonus, the Wolf collects every Cash symbol that lands before the reels respin, and additional Wolf symbols can lock in place, with up to three collectors active at once.
The title also includes Blueprint Gaming’s multi-level Power Play, offering Standard, Super or Ultra modes at 5x, 10x or 20x the base stake. In these modes, the company said only Cash and Wolf symbols appear on the reels.
Jo Purvis, Director of Marketing, PR and Events at Blueprint Gaming
, said: “Wolf Fury Fire Blitz combines several of our most engaging mechanics into a fast-paced experience that offers players frequent feature opportunities and exciting collection gameplay. The Fire Blitz mechanic creates anticipation throughout every session, while the dual bonus structure ensures plenty of variety.
“The addition of our multi-level Power Play further enhances the experience by giving players greater control over how they engage with the game, reinforcing our commitment to delivering innovative, feature-rich content that performs across regulated markets worldwide.”
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Playson has launched 4 Chili Pots: Hold and Win, a new slot built around Hold and Win and Pots mechanics with two bonus modes and jackpots reaching 10,000x.
The game runs on a 5×3 grid and triggers a Hold and Win Bonus Game with Chili Features when red, orange or green Chili Bonus symbols land, combining with enlarged matching chilis above the reels. The chilli colour determines the feature in play: red triggers a Multi Feature that adds multipliers up to 5x; orange triggers a Mystery Feature that can award Mini, Minor or Major jackpot values or a coin value up to 75x; and green triggers a Collect Feature that gathers the value of all symbols in play, including any attached multipliers.
A golden Super Chili Bonus symbol can trigger a Super Bonus Game on an expanded 5×5 grid, with random Multi, Mystery or Collect features, including combinations. During the round, the active Super Chili Feature lands random Chili Bonus symbols until six are present, which then activates a new feature or enhances the current one.
Playson said jackpots can be triggered in both bonus modes. Filling all 15 cells in the classic bonus awards the Grand Jackpot at 3,000x, while filling all 25 cells in the Super Bonus Game awards the Super Jackpot at 10,000x. Skull-themed symbols can also appear in bonus play and transform into red, orange or green Chili Bonus symbols. The title includes two Buy Bonus levels, allowing players to trigger the Bonus Game or Super Bonus Game with one, two or three Chili Features.
Anton Ivannikov, CPO at Playson, said: “Our fiery new title showcases our continued focus on evolving proven mechanics in fresh and exciting ways. By combining two player-favourite features with layered bonus progression, dynamic Chili Features and a Super Bonus Game offering even greater rewards, we have created a title that delivers excitement throughout every stage of play.
“Complemented by its vibrant Mexican fiesta theme and engaging gameplay, we are confident 4 Chili Pots: Hold and Win will prove to be another valuable addition to our partners’ casino offerings.”
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Under the theme “Perspectives,” a total of 43 compliance staff members from the Merkur Group across various countries gathered from 30 June to 1 July to further develop compliance processes in a sustainable manner. Colleagues from Germany, Spain, England, Malta, Australia and the US traveled to the two-day meeting at Benkhausen Castle, the in-house training centre of the Merkur Group. The workshop set the stage with expert presentations on global and digital topics such as cybersecurity, risk management and artificial intelligence. A panel discussion featuring representatives from various international companies within the Merkur Group, as well as a digital quiz, rounded out the programme.
In keeping with its guiding principle, the workshop focused on sharing experiences, fostering global networking and providing impetus for the further development of compliance processes. Because informal exchanges are also key to close cooperation, the evening programme created a relaxed atmosphere and gave participants the opportunity to continue their conversations, make new connections, and further strengthen team spirit across company and national boundaries.
“The ideas and diverse perspectives gained during the workshop will now be incorporated into our day-to-day work and help us to continuously improve collaboration and existing processes,” said Ludwig Beckmann, Chief Compliance Officer of the Merkur Group.
The concluding feedback session also highlighted just how valuable the international exchange is. The term “collaboration” came up particularly often, a clear indication of how highly the participants value working closely together within the international compliance network.
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