MGM Resorts

Business

MGM Resorts Bets Big on Nevada Solar, But Can Green Power Spark a Stock Revival?

MGM Resorts International is powering its Las Vegas Strip operations with a major new solar and battery storage deal. This strategic shift toward renewables comes as the company's stock shows mixed signals, trading below some fair value estimates yet at a high earnings multiple, leaving investors to weigh long-term sustainability against immediate financial metrics.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Disney Braces for Impact as International Tourism to U.S. Parks Slows

The entertainment giant signals a downturn in overseas visitors to its American resorts, with industry analysts citing geopolitical tensions and shifting travel policies as contributing factors.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Disney Parks Hit Record $10 Billion Quarter as Iger's Exit Looms, Despite Streaming Surge

The Walt Disney Company posted a mixed fiscal first quarter, with its Experiences division reaching an unprecedented $10 billion in revenue. While streaming profits soared, a warning of softening U.S. park demand and a looming CEO transition cast a shadow over the results.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Las Vegas Sands Stock: Analysts See Value Despite Macau Headwinds and Market Underperformance

While Las Vegas Sands shares have struggled to keep pace with the broader market, a majority of Wall Street analysts maintain a constructive outlook, betting on a recovery in Macau and the company's long-term integrated resort model.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Iger's Parting Wisdom to Next Disney CEO: Embrace Change, Shun the Status Quo

As Bob Iger prepares for his second departure, the Disney CEO outlines a forward-looking mandate for his successor during an earnings call, emphasizing evolution in a dynamic media landscape.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Iger's Farewell: Disney's Theme Parks and Entertainment Units Vie for Top Profit Crown

As Bob Iger prepares to step down, he highlights a 'healthy competition' between Disney's resurgent parks and its entertainment division to become the company's primary profit driver, with the board close to naming his successor.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Disney Parks Power Record Q1 Revenue Amid CEO Search, While Rising Costs Pressure Profits

Disney's theme parks and cruise lines delivered a historic $10 billion quarter, driving overall revenue past expectations. However, surging costs across its media and sports divisions squeezed profits as the entertainment giant nears a decision on its next chief executive.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Ryman Hospitality Secures $850M Credit Lifeline, Bolstering Financial Flexibility for Growth

Ryman Hospitality Properties has successfully expanded and extended its revolving credit facility to $850 million, providing the company with enhanced liquidity and revised covenants to navigate the evolving hospitality landscape and fund its long-term, experience-driven strategy.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Tragedy on the Slopes: Australian Snowboarder, 22, Killed in Rare Ski Lift Accident at Japanese Resort

Brooke Day died after her backpack became entangled in a gondola lift at Tsugaike Mountain Resort, leading to a fatal cardiac arrest, highlighting rare but critical safety concerns.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Disney Posts Strong Q1 Earnings Amid CEO Succession Speculation

The Walt Disney Company exceeded Wall Street expectations in its fiscal first quarter, delivering robust results across its entertainment, experiences, and streaming divisions as longtime CEO Bob Iger prepares to hand over the reins later this year.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Disney's Q1 Earnings: Theme Parks and Streaming Drive Revenue Growth, But Linear TV Weakness Weighs on Profits

The Walt Disney Company reported a 5% rise in fiscal first-quarter revenue to $26 billion, fueled by its theme parks and streaming services. However, operating profit fell 9% as challenges in its traditional TV business and rising costs offset gains.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Disney Q1 Earnings Beat Estimates Despite $110M YouTube TV Blackout Hit; Succession Decision Looms

The Walt Disney Company posted stronger-than-expected fiscal first-quarter results, with revenue climbing to $25.98 billion. However, a costly autumn carriage dispute with YouTube TV shaved $110 million from operating income, even as the company's Experiences division and streaming services showed robust growth. All eyes are now on the board's imminent decision on CEO Bob Iger's successor.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Sonesta Unveils $400 Million Portfolio-Wide Revamp, Elevating Guest Experience Across Key Markets

Sonesta International Hotels concludes a sweeping multi-year renovation initiative, injecting modern amenities and design into properties from New York to Kaua'i, as the company sharpens its competitive edge in the hospitality sector.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Realty Income's 2026 Outlook: International Expansion and Portfolio Diversification Fuel Optimism

Following a strategic partnership with Singapore's GIC, Realty Income (NYSE: O) is poised for a transformative year. Analysts forecast further international growth, portfolio diversification into new property verticals, and a potential rebound in share performance as catalysts align.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Cash Flow Kings and Question Marks: One Stock to Watch, Two to Approach with Caution

While strong cash generation is a hallmark of a healthy business, it's not the whole story. We analyze three companies with solid cash flow, highlighting one that reinvests for growth and two where underlying risks may outweigh the financial metrics.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Tripadvisor's AI Play: Can a World Cup Travel Platform Revive Investor Confidence?

Tripadvisor and Best Western's new AI-driven travel platform for the 2026 FIFA World Cup showcases the company's potential in high-stakes tourism. Yet, for investors, the real test remains translating innovation into sustained growth and market-beating returns.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Tragedy on the Slopes: Australian Snowboarder, 22, Dies in Japan Ski Lift Accident

A young Australian woman on a holiday with friends in Japan's Hakuba Valley has died following a horrific incident where her backpack became entangled in a moving ski lift chair, leaving her suspended.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Swiss New Year's Bar Fire Death Toll Climbs to 41 as Teenager Succumbs to Injuries

The death toll from a devastating fire at a New Year's Eve bar in the Swiss Alps resort of Crans-Montana has risen to 41 after an 18-year-old victim died from his injuries, marking one of the nation's worst peacetime tragedies.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Disney Board Nears CEO Decision, Parks Chief Josh D’Amaro Emerges as Front-Runner

The Walt Disney Company's board is reportedly finalizing its choice for the next chief executive, with Josh D’Amaro, the chairman of its highly profitable parks and experiences division, poised to take the helm. The decision would conclude a lengthy succession search and mark a pivotal leadership transition for the global entertainment giant.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Royal Caribbean Charts Aggressive Expansion with $5 Billion Fleet Investment, CFO Says

As demand surges post-pandemic, Royal Caribbean Group is committing billions to new ships and destinations. CFO Naftali Holtz details the balancing act between ambitious growth, shareholder returns, and leveraging AI to enhance the passenger experience.

Jan 30, 2026