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MGM Resorts International reports developments across its integrated resort, casino, digital gaming, and hospitality operations. Recurring updates cover Las Vegas Strip Resorts, Regional Operations, MGM China in Macau, MGM Digital, and the BetMGM North America venture for sports betting and iGaming. News also includes quarterly operating results, guest-experience investments at MGM MACAU and MGM COTAI, brand partnerships, and capital-allocation actions.
Company announcements also document portfolio changes such as the completed sale of MGM Northfield Park operations and related lease amendments tied to the company’s regional casino footprint.
BetMGM has become the Official Sports Betting Partner of the Nashville Predators, enhancing its brand visibility at Bridgestone Arena. The multi-year agreement includes branded signage throughout the venue and plans for a BetMGM restaurant and bar. The partnership aims to improve the gameday experience for fans while reinforcing BetMGM's presence in Tennessee, following its earlier collaboration with the Tennessee Titans. BetMGM also prioritizes responsible gaming education through its GameSense program accessible on its platforms.
MGM Resorts International announced a new 10-year gaming concession contract awarded to MGM Grand Paradise, which is 56% owned by them. Over the next decade, MGM China will invest approximately $2 billion, with 50% allocated to capital expenditures and the other half to operating expenses. This investment aims to develop international tourist markets and diversify non-gaming projects, supporting future growth. MGM China will also increase its table games from 550 to 750, enhancing market share opportunities.
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Bragg Gaming Group (NASDAQ: BRAG) has launched its new content and technology with BetMGM in Michigan, expanding its North American presence. The new offerings include proprietary titles like Egyptian Magic from the Atomic Slot Lab and exclusive games from partner studios. The Michigan online casino market is projected to generate over $1.5 billion in gross win in 2022, with BetMGM holding a 38% market share. This rollout enhances Bragg's long-standing collaboration with BetMGM, aiming for consistent long-term growth in the iGaming sector.
VICI Properties has signed an agreement to acquire BREIT's 49.9% interest in the joint venture owning MGM Grand Las Vegas and Mandalay Bay for approximately $1.27 billion. This acquisition also involves VICI assuming BREIT’s share of property-level debt of $3 billion, maturing in 2032. The properties are subject to a triple-net lease with MGM Resorts, yielding annual rents of $310 million. The deal is expected to be accretive to VICI's AFFO per share and is anticipated to close in early 2023.
BetMGM has been awarded 'Online Casino of the Year' at the 2022 American Gambling Awards, reflecting its leadership in the iGaming sector. With a substantial 30% market share across New Jersey, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Michigan, BetMGM's recognition is attributed to its diverse game offerings, effective marketing strategies, and strong organizational growth in 2022. The award emphasizes BetMGM's commitment to innovation and responsible gaming practices, available in the BetMGM app, which recently expanded to Maryland.
BetMGM has launched its mobile sports betting app in Maryland, enhancing its retail sportsbook at MGM National Harbor. The app offers various betting options, integrating with MGM Rewards for experiences at MGM locations nationwide. This initiative aims to connect sports fans in the DC-Maryland-Virginia region with online betting opportunities. CEO Adam Greenblatt highlighted the app’s user-friendly design and its role in expanding BetMGM's offerings beyond physical locations. The app is available on iOS, with Android support coming soon.
BetMGM has awarded a $180,000 grant to the International Center for Responsible Gaming (ICRG) to fund research and education on responsible gambling and advertising's impact on problem gambling. This collaboration aims to enhance understanding of potential risks, shaping best practices in the gaming industry. BetMGM emphasizes its commitment to responsible gambling through its GameSense program, integrated into its platforms, ensuring customers receive support to gamble responsibly. The ICRG, established in 1996, is a leader in research on gambling disorders.
BetMGM has signed retired U.S. soccer star Tim Howard as a brand ambassador, launching a $250,000 bracket challenge in conjunction with the upcoming 2022 International Soccer Matches. The initiative includes free-to-play games, with grand prizes for accurate bracket predictions and special offerings for new and existing customers. BetMGM aims to enhance customer engagement with interactive opportunities and responsible gaming education. The promotions are available across multiple U.S. states and Ontario, Canada.
MGM Resorts International will create a unique viewing experience for the FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN SILVER LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX 2023, scheduled for November 16-18, 2023. Guests can buy exclusive race-and-stay packages that include a three-day race ticket and a three-night stay at various MGM properties, such as Bellagio and MGM Grand. The packages provide access to grandstands located on the Bellagio lake. MGM's Chief Commercial Officer, Steve Zanella, emphasized the aim to deliver an unparalleled event experience in Las Vegas.