Las Vegas Sands (LVS) Stock Forecast & Price Target

$51.33 +0.41 (+0.81%)

(As of 01:16 PM ET)

Las Vegas Sands - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2024)

MarketBeat calculates consensus analyst ratings for stocks using the most recent rating from each Wall Street analyst that has rated a stock within the last twelve months. Each analyst's rating is normalized to a standardized rating score of 1 (sell), 2 (hold), 3 (buy) or 4 (strong buy). Analyst consensus ratings scores are calculated using the mean average of the number of normalized sell, hold, buy and strong buy ratings from Wall Street analysts. Each stock's consensus analyst rating is derived from its calculated consensus ratings score (0 to .5 = Strong Sell, .5 to 1 = Sell, 1 to 1.5 = Reduce, 1.5 to 2.5 = Hold, 2.5 to 3.0 = Moderate Buy, 3.0 to 3.5 = Buy, >3.5 = Strong Buy). MarketBeat's consensus price targets are a mean average of the most recent available price targets set by each analyst that has set a price target for the stock in the last twelve months. MarketBeat's consensus ratings and consensus price targets may differ from those calculated by other firms due to differences in methodology and available data.

Consensus Rating

Moderate Buy

Based on 13 Analyst Ratings

Sell
0

Hold
3

Buy
10

Based on 13 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for Las Vegas Sands in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy." Out of the 13 analysts, 3 have given a hold rating, and 10 have given a buy rating for LVS.

Consensus Price Target

$58.00
12.99% Upside

According to the 13 analysts' twelve-month price targets for Las Vegas Sands, the average price target is $58.00. The highest price target for LVS is $75.00, while the lowest price target for LVS is $47.00. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 12.99% from the current price of $51.33.

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LVS Analyst Ratings Over Time

Type	Current Forecast 11/28/23 to 11/27/24	1 Month Ago 10/29/23 to 10/28/24	3 Months Ago 8/30/23 to 8/29/24	1 Year Ago 11/28/22 to 11/28/23
Strong Buy	0 Strong Buy rating(s)	0 Strong Buy rating(s)	0 Strong Buy rating(s)	0 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy	10 Buy rating(s)	10 Buy rating(s)	10 Buy rating(s)	12 Buy rating(s)
Hold	3 Hold rating(s)	3 Hold rating(s)	3 Hold rating(s)	2 Hold rating(s)
Sell	0 Sell rating(s)	0 Sell rating(s)	0 Sell rating(s)	0 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price Target	$58.00	$57.92	$55.67	$69.68
Forecasted Upside	12.99% Upside	8.03% Upside	44.08% Upside	46.20% Upside
Consensus Rating	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy

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LVS Analyst Recommendations By Month

The chart below shows how a company's ratings by analysts have changed over time. Each bar represents the previous year of ratings for that month. Within each bar, the sell ratings are shown in red, the hold ratings are shown in yellow, the buy ratings are shown in green, and the strong buy ratings are shown in dark green.

LVS Price Targets by Month

The chart below shows how a company's share price and consensus price target have changed over time. The dark blue line represents the company's actual price. The lighter blue line represents the stock's consensus price target. The even lighter blue range in the background of the two lines represents the low price target and the high price target for each stock.

Las Vegas Sands Stock vs. The Competition

Type	Las Vegas Sands	Consumer Discretionary Companies	S&P 500
Consensus Rating Score	2.77	2.56	2.50
Consensus Rating	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy
Predicted Upside	12.99% Upside	160.61% Upside	6.57% Upside
News Sentiment Rating	Positive News See Recent LVS News	Positive News	Positive News

Recent Analyst Forecasts and Stock Ratings

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Date	Brokerage	Analyst Name	Action	Rating	Price Target	Upside/Downside on Report Date
11/5/2024	UBS Group 4 of 5 stars	R. Farley Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Boost Target	Neutral ➝ Neutral	$49.00 ➝ $50.00	-1.54%
10/24/2024	Stifel Nicolaus 4 of 5 stars		Boost Target	Buy ➝ Buy	$55.00 ➝ $64.00	+23.72%
10/24/2024	Mizuho 2 of 5 stars		Boost Target	Outperform ➝ Outperform	$52.00 ➝ $57.00	+11.68%
10/22/2024	Morgan Stanley Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Overweight ➝ Overweight	$50.00 ➝ $55.00	+6.44%
10/17/2024	Barclays Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Overweight ➝ Overweight	$52.00 ➝ $58.00	+13.33%
10/16/2024	Susquehanna Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Positive ➝ Positive	$51.00 ➝ $59.00	+14.67%
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10/15/2024	JPMorgan Chase & Co. Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Overweight ➝ Overweight	$53.00 ➝ $60.00	+17.37%
10/1/2024	Wells Fargo & Company Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Overweight ➝ Overweight	$53.00 ➝ $60.00	+15.07%
8/15/2024	Argus Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	J. Staszak Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Downgrade	Buy ➝ Hold
7/25/2024	Macquarie Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Lower Target	Outperform ➝ Outperform	$58.00 ➝ $56.00	+41.24%
7/25/2024	Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Lower Target	Buy ➝ Buy	$61.00 ➝ $55.00	+38.71%
7/11/2024	Jefferies Financial Group Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Lower Target	Hold ➝ Hold	$53.00 ➝ $47.00	+10.48%
4/18/2024	Citigroup Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Buy ➝ Buy	$74.00 ➝ $75.00	+60.29%
7/20/2023	Bank of America Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Lower Target	Neutral	$66.00 ➝ $65.00	+8.95%
4/20/2023	Roth Mkm Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Buy	$74.00 ➝ $75.00	+26.35%
4/20/2023	Credit Suisse Group Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Outperform	$62.00 ➝ $67.00	+12.87%
1/26/2023	CBRE Group Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Upgrade	Hold ➝ Buy	$47.00 ➝ $68.00	+20.08%

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Should I Buy Las Vegas Sands Stock? LVS Pros and Cons Explained

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 Tuesday, November 26, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these Las Vegas Sands pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

Las Vegas Sands
Bull Case

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Las Vegas Sands Corp.:

Strong Return on Equity: Las Vegas Sands Corp. has a return on equity of 44.26%, indicating efficient management in generating profits from shareholders' equity, which is attractive for investors looking for high returns.
Recent Dividend Announcement: The company recently declared a quarterly dividend of $0.20 per share, translating to an annualized dividend of $0.80 and a yield of 1.60%. This consistent dividend payment can provide a steady income stream for investors.
Analyst Ratings: The stock has received a "Moderate Buy" average rating from analysts, with ten analysts issuing buy ratings. This positive sentiment can indicate potential for price appreciation.
Current Stock Price: As of the latest reports, the stock price is around $52.00, which is within a range that analysts believe could see upward movement based on recent price target increases.
Market Position: Las Vegas Sands Corp. operates integrated resorts in Macao and Singapore, positioning itself in lucrative markets that can drive future growth, especially as tourism rebounds post-pandemic.

Las Vegas Sands
Bear Case

Investors should be bearish about investing in Las Vegas Sands Corp. for these reasons:

Missed Earnings Expectations: The company reported earnings per share of $0.44, missing the consensus estimate of $0.53. This shortfall can raise concerns about the company's ability to meet growth expectations.
Declining Revenue: Las Vegas Sands Corp. experienced a 4.0% decline in revenue compared to the same quarter last year, which may indicate challenges in maintaining sales growth in a competitive market.
Insider Selling: Recent transactions show significant insider selling, including the CEO selling over 24,000 shares. This could signal a lack of confidence in the company's short-term performance.
Dividend Payout Ratio: The current dividend payout ratio is 39.60%, which, while sustainable, may limit the company's ability to reinvest profits into growth opportunities.
Market Volatility: The casino and resort industry can be highly sensitive to economic fluctuations and changes in consumer spending, which may pose risks to future profitability.

LVS Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

: According to the research reports of 13 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for Las Vegas Sands is $58.00, with a high forecast of $75.00 and a low forecast of $47.00.
: 13 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Las Vegas Sands in the last twelve months. There are currently 3 hold ratings and 10 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" LVS shares.
: According to analysts, Las Vegas Sands's stock has a predicted upside of 12.99% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.
: Las Vegas Sands has been rated by research analysts at Barclays, JPMorgan Chase & Co., Mizuho, Morgan Stanley, Stifel Nicolaus, Susquehanna, UBS Group, and Wells Fargo & Company in the past 90 days.
: Analysts like Las Vegas Sands more than other "consumer discretionary" companies. The consensus rating score for Las Vegas Sands is 2.77 while the average consensus rating score for "consumer discretionary" companies is 2.56. Learn more on how LVS compares to other companies.

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This page (NYSE:LVS) was last updated on 11/27/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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Las Vegas Sands (LVS) Stock Forecast & Price Target