Most-Downgraded StocksMost-DowngradedNYSE:LVS Las Vegas Sands (LVS) Stock Price, News & Analysis $39.70 -0.28 (-0.70%) (As of 09/6/2024 ET) Add Compare Share Share Today's Range$39.55▼$40.1550-Day Range$37.88▼$42.8852-Week Range$36.62▼$55.65Volume6.28 million shsAverage Volume5.55 million shsMarket Capitalization$29.58 billionP/E Ratio19.18Dividend Yield2.02%Price Target$55.25 Stock AnalysisStock AnalysisAnalyst ForecastsChartCompetitorsDividendEarningsFinancialsHeadlinesInsider TradesOptions ChainOwnershipSEC FilingsShort InterestSustainabilityTrendsStock AnalysisAnalyst ForecastsChartCompetitorsDividendEarningsFinancialsHeadlinesInsider TradesOptions ChainOwnershipSEC FilingsShort InterestSustainabilityTrends Get Las Vegas Sands alerts: Email Address Las Vegas Sands MarketRank™ Stock AnalysisAnalyst RatingModerate Buy2.77 Rating ScoreUpside/Downside39.2% Upside$55.25 Price TargetShort InterestHealthy3.08% of Float Sold ShortDividend StrengthModerateBased on Four FactorsSustainability-1.32Upright™ Environmental ScoreNews Sentiment0.74Based on 7 Articles This WeekInsider TradingN/AProj. Earnings Growth12.24%From $2.45 to $2.75 Per ShareSee Full Details Hide Full Details Overall MarketRank™New Rank-Based ScoringMarketRank™ is calculated by averaging available category scores (with extra weight given to analysis and valuation), then ranking the company's weighted average against that of other companies.4.52 out of 5 starsConsumer Discretionary Sector34th out of 269 stocksHotels & Motels Industry5th out of 27 stocks 4.4 Analyst's Opinion Consensus RatingLas Vegas Sands has received a consensus rating of Moderate Buy. The company's average rating score is 2.77, and is based on 10 buy ratings, 3 hold ratings, and no sell ratings.Amount of Analyst CoverageLas Vegas Sands has been the subject of 10 research reports in the past 90 days, demonstrating strong analyst interest in this stock.Read more about Las Vegas Sands' stock forecast and price target. Previous Next 3.0 Short Interest Percentage of Shares Shorted3.08% of the float of Las Vegas Sands has been sold short.Short Interest Ratio / Days to CoverLas Vegas Sands has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 1.8, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.Change versus previous monthShort interest in Las Vegas Sands has recently increased by 14.91%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing significantly. Previous Next 2.5 Dividend Strength Dividend YieldLas Vegas Sands pays a meaningful dividend of 2.07%, higher than the bottom 25% of all stocks that pay dividends.Dividend GrowthLas Vegas Sands does not have a long track record of dividend growth.Dividend CoverageThe dividend payout ratio of Las Vegas Sands is 38.65%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%.Dividend SustainabilityBased on earnings estimates, Las Vegas Sands will have a dividend payout ratio of 29.09% next year. This indicates that Las Vegas Sands will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.Read more about Las Vegas Sands' dividend. Previous Next 0.8 Sustainability and ESG Overall ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) ScoreLas Vegas Sands has received a -58.57% net impact score from Upright. The largest negative impact of Las Vegas Sands in category "Relationships" seems to be driven mostly by its "Casino games", "Nightclub and bar services", and "Casino hotel services" products. See details.Environmental SustainabilityThe Environmental Impact score for Las Vegas Sands is -1.32. Previous Next 2.6 News and Social Media Coverage News SentimentLas Vegas Sands has a news sentiment score of 0.74. This score is calculated as an average of sentiment of articles about the company over the last seven days and ranges from 2 (good news) to -2 (bad news). This is a higher news sentiment than the 0.60 average news sentiment score of Consumer Discretionary companies.News Coverage This WeekMarketBeat has tracked 7 news articles for Las Vegas Sands this week, compared to 10 articles on an average week.Search InterestOnly 24 people have searched for LVS on MarketBeat in the last 30 days. This is a decrease of -14% compared to the previous 30 days.MarketBeat Follows7 people have added Las Vegas Sands to their MarketBeat watchlist in the last 30 days. This is an increase of 40% compared to the previous 30 days. Previous Next 0.0 Company Ownership Insider Buying vs. Insider SellingIn the past three months, Las Vegas Sands insiders have not sold or bought any company stock.Percentage Held by InsidersOnly 0.91% of the stock of Las Vegas Sands is held by insiders.Percentage Held by InstitutionsOnly 39.16% of the stock of Las Vegas Sands is held by institutions.Read more about Las Vegas Sands' insider trading history. Previous Next 1.9 Earnings and Valuation Earnings GrowthEarnings for Las Vegas Sands are expected to grow by 12.24% in the coming year, from $2.45 to $2.75 per share.Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the MarketThe P/E ratio of Las Vegas Sands is 19.18, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 127.71.Price to Earnings Ratio vs. SectorThe P/E ratio of Las Vegas Sands is 19.18, which means that it is trading at a more expensive P/E ratio than the Consumer Discretionary sector average P/E ratio of about 15.53.Price to Earnings Growth RatioLas Vegas Sands has a PEG Ratio of 1.07. PEG Ratios above 1 indicate that a company could be overvalued.Price to Book Value per Share RatioLas Vegas Sands has a P/B Ratio of 7.50. P/B Ratios above 3 indicate that a company could be overvalued with respect to its assets and liabilities.Read more about Las Vegas Sands' valuation and earnings. Previous Next See Top Rated MarketRank™ Stocks Here Ad Golden CrestBiden’s Capital Gains Tax to Devastate Savings!Don't let the corrupt elites dictate your future—ACT NOW! This guide is your first step towards financial independence and security.>> Get Your FREE Wealth Protection Guide << About Las Vegas Sands Stock (NYSE:LVS)Las Vegas Sands Corp., together with its subsidiaries, develops, owns, and operates integrated resorts in Macao and Singapore. It owns and operates The Venetian Macao Resort Hotel, the Londoner Macao, The Parisian Macao, The Plaza Macao and Four Seasons Hotel Macao, Cotai Strip, and the Sands Macao in Macao, the People's Republic of China; and Marina Bay Sands in Singapore. The company's integrated resorts feature accommodations, gaming, entertainment and retail malls, convention and exhibition facilities, celebrity chef restaurants, and other amenities. Las Vegas Sands Corp. was founded in 1988 and is based in Las Vegas, Nevada.Read More LVS Stock Price History View Price History Chart DataSkip Price History Chart 30 days | 90 days | 365 days | Advanced Chart LVS Stock News HeadlinesSeptember 5 at 4:43 AM | americanbankingnews.comLas Vegas Sands (NYSE:LVS) Price Target Lowered to $50.00 at Morgan StanleyAugust 31, 2024 | americanbankingnews.comLas Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE:LVS) Short Interest Up 14.9% in AugustSeptember 7, 2024 | Golden Crest (Ad)Biden’s Capital Gains Tax to Devastate Savings!Don't let the corrupt elites dictate your future—ACT NOW! This guide is your first step towards financial independence and security.August 31, 2024 | marketwatch.comLas Vegas Sands Corp. stock rises Friday, still underperforms marketAugust 29, 2024 | americanbankingnews.comBrokerages Set Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE:LVS) Target Price at $55.67August 28, 2024 | americanbankingnews.comLas Vegas Sands (NYSE:LVS) Downgraded to "Neutral" at UBS GroupAugust 28, 2024 | americanbankingnews.comUBS Group Lowers Las Vegas Sands (NYSE:LVS) to NeutralAugust 27, 2024 | msn.comLas Vegas Sands eyes new development in Singapore and a launch in ThailandSeptember 7, 2024 | Golden Crest (Ad)Biden’s Capital Gains Tax to Devastate Savings!Don't let the corrupt elites dictate your future—ACT NOW! This guide is your first step towards financial independence and security.August 24, 2024 | msn.comUBS Downgrades Las Vegas Sands (LVS)August 23, 2024 | seekingalpha.comLas Vegas Sands: An Archeological Dig May Show Why It Remains Dead Pooled So LongAugust 21, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comLas Vegas Sands Insiders Sell US$2.0b Of Stock, Possibly Signalling CautionAugust 18, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comLVS Aug 2024 47.500 call (LVS240823C00047500)August 18, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comLVS Aug 2024 31.500 put (LVS240823P00031500)August 15, 2024 | msn.comArgus Research Downgrades Las Vegas Sands (LVS)August 15, 2024 | benzinga.comThe Analyst Landscape: 12 Takes On Las Vegas SandsAugust 15, 2024 | msn.comLas Vegas Sands is viewed cautiously at Argus due to near-term headwindsAugust 10, 2024 | benzinga.comWhat the Options Market Tells Us About Las Vegas SandsSee More Headlines Receive LVS Stock News and Ratings via Email Sign-up to receive the latest news and ratings for Las Vegas Sands and its competitors with MarketBeat's FREE daily newsletter. Email Address Company Calendar Last Earnings7/24/2024Ex-Dividend for 8/14 Dividend8/06/2024Dividend Payable8/14/2024Today9/07/2024Next Earnings (Estimated)10/16/2024Fiscal Year End12/31/2024Get Stock AlertsIndustry, Sector and Symbol Stock ExchangeNYSE SectorConsumer Discretionary Industry Hotels & motels Sub-IndustryCasinos & Gaming Current SymbolNYSE:LVS CUSIP51783410 CIK1300514 Webwww.sands.com Phone(702) 923-9000Fax702-414-4884Employees38,700Year Founded2004Price Target and Rating Average Stock Price Target$55.25 High Stock Price Target$75.00 Low Stock Price Target$47.00 Potential Upside/Downside+39.2%Consensus RatingModerate Buy Rating Score (0-4)2.77 Research Coverage13 Analysts Profitability EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)$2.07 Trailing P/E Ratio19.18 Forward P/E Ratio16.20 P/E Growth1.07Net Income$1.22 billion Net Margins14.08% Pretax Margin19.76% Return on Equity44.41% Return on Assets8.48% Debt Debt-to-Equity Ratio3.29 Current Ratio1.58 Quick Ratio1.57 Sales & Book Value Annual Sales$11.43 billion Price / Sales2.59 Cash Flow$3.69 per share Price / Cash Flow10.76 Book Value$5.29 per share Price / Book7.50Miscellaneous Outstanding Shares745,047,000Free Float738,267,000Market Cap$29.58 billion OptionableOptionable Beta1.11 Social Links Elon Musk's Next MoveWondering when you'll finally be able to invest in SpaceX, StarLink, or The Boring Company? Click the link below to learn when Elon Musk will let these companies finally IPO.Get This Free Report Key ExecutivesMr. Robert Glen Goldstein (Age 68)Chairman, CEO & Treasurer Comp: $12.19MMr. Patrick Dumont (Age 49)President, COO & Director Comp: $12.42MMr. Randy A. Hyzak (Age 54)Executive VP & CFO Comp: $2.97MMr. D. Zachary Hudson (Age 44)Executive VP, Global General Counsel & Secretary Comp: $2.72MMr. Daniel J. BriggsSenior Vice President of Investor RelationsMr. Ronald ReeseSenior Vice President of Global Communications, Corporate Affairs & Public RelationsMr. David Reese Sylvester (Age 60)Executive Vice President of Global Retail Mr. Kwan Lock Chum (Age 48)Executive VP of Asia Operations & Senior VP of Global Gaming Strategy Mr. Wing T. ChaoAdvisorMore ExecutivesKey CompetitorsMGM Resorts InternationalNYSE:MGMAdvanced Drainage SystemsNYSE:WMSChurchill DownsNASDAQ:CHDNWynn ResortsNASDAQ:WYNNCaesars EntertainmentNASDAQ:CZRView All CompetitorsInsiders & InstitutionsSanctuary Advisors LLCBought 13,616 shares on 9/5/2024Ownership: 0.002%Clearbridge Investments LLCBought 191,805 shares on 8/27/2024Ownership: 0.112%Cetera Investment AdvisersSold 6,783 shares on 8/22/2024Ownership: 0.003%Truist Financial CorpSold 10,164 shares on 8/21/2024Ownership: 0.003%Point72 Asset Management L.P.Bought 6,800 shares on 8/19/2024Ownership: 0.000%View All Insider TransactionsView All Institutional Transactions Should I Buy Las Vegas Sands Stock? LVS Pros and Cons Explained Pros Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Las Vegas Sands Corp.: Las Vegas Sands Corp. stock price is currently at $41.63, which may present a buying opportunity for investors looking for potential growth. The company has a dividend payout ratio (DPR) of 38.65%, indicating a stable dividend payment to shareholders. Wall Street analysts have given Las Vegas Sands Corp. a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy" with a target price of $62.71, suggesting potential upside. Nordea Investment Management AB increased its stake in Las Vegas Sands Corp. by 27.6% during the first quarter, showing institutional confidence in the company. The company owns and operates integrated resorts in Macao and Singapore, diversifying its revenue streams across different markets. Cons Investors should be bearish about investing in Las Vegas Sands Corp. for these reasons: Las Vegas Sands Corp. has a price-to-earnings ratio of 20.19, which may indicate the stock is currently overvalued compared to industry peers. The company's revenue growth rate was 8.6% year-over-year, which is lower than some competitors in the industry, potentially signaling slower growth prospects. Multiple hedge funds have recently initiated new positions in Las Vegas Sands Corp., which could lead to increased volatility in the stock price. Some Wall Street analysts have lowered their price targets for Las Vegas Sands Corp., reflecting concerns about future performance. The beta of Las Vegas Sands Corp. is 1.12, indicating higher volatility compared to the market average, which may not suit risk-averse investors. These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Sunday, August 25, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these Las Vegas Sands pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com. LVS Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions How have LVS shares performed this year? Las Vegas Sands' stock was trading at $49.21 on January 1st, 2024. Since then, LVS shares have decreased by 19.3% and is now trading at $39.70. View the best growth stocks for 2024 here. How were Las Vegas Sands' earnings last quarter? Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE:LVS) posted its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, July, 24th. The casino operator reported $0.55 EPS for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $0.56 by $0.01. The firm's quarterly revenue was up 8.6% on a year-over-year basis. Read the conference call transcript. Is Las Vegas Sands buying back stock? Las Vegas Sands' board initiated a stock buyback program on Wednesday, October 18th 2023, which authorizes the company to buy back $2,000,000,000 in shares, according to EventVestor. This means that the company could repurchase up to 5.5% of its shares through open market purchases. Shares repurchase programs are often an indication that the company's board believes its stock is undervalued. What is Sheldon G. Adelson's approval rating as Las Vegas Sands' CEO? 55 employees have rated Las Vegas Sands Chief Executive Officer Sheldon G. Adelson on Glassdoor.com. Sheldon G. Adelson has an approval rating of 94% among the company's employees. This puts Sheldon G. Adelson in the top 30% of approval ratings compared to other CEOs of publicly-traded companies. Does Las Vegas Sands have any subsidiaries? Las Vegas Sands subsidiaries include Cotai Strip Lot 2 Apart Hotel (Macao) Limited, Las Vegas Sands LLC, LVS Dutch Finance C.V., LVS Dutch Holding B.V., LVS (Nevada) International Holdings Inc., Marina Bay Sands Pte. Ltd., MBS Holdings Pte. Ltd., and more. Who are Las Vegas Sands' major shareholders? Las Vegas Sands' top institutional shareholders include Bank of New York Mellon Corp (1.52%), Barrow Hanley Mewhinney & Strauss LLC (1.14%), The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company (0.74%) and Marshall Wace LLP (0.42%). Insiders that own company stock include Miriam Adelson, Charles D Forman and Robert G Goldstein. View institutional ownership trends. How do I buy shares of Las Vegas Sands? Shares of LVS stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services. Compare Top Brokerages Here. What other stocks do shareholders of Las Vegas Sands own? Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some other companies that Las Vegas Sands investors own include AT&T (T), Alibaba Group (BABA), Bank of America (BAC), NVIDIA (NVDA), Wynn Resorts (WYNN), Walt Disney (DIS) and Tesla (TSLA). This page (NYSE:LVS) was last updated on 9/7/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff From Our PartnersPerfect Crypto Buying Opportunity for 50 CentsWhen cryptos take a hit, the mom and pop investors run for the hills. 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