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Summary of SJM Holdings Ltd. Management Call on Satellite Casino Closure

Core Content

SJM Holdings Ltd. (880 HK) hosted an updated management call to explain its decision to close satellite casinos and reallocate tables to its own properties. The move is part of a strategic shift aimed at improving profitability and EBITDA margins. The company has 458 tables currently operated by satellite casinos, which contributed HKD11bn in GGR in 2024, accounting for 38% of total sales. The closure of seven satellite casinos is expected to result in a more focused operation on grand mass, enhancing the performance of SJM's core properties.

Key Points

Strategy and Operational Changes

• Closure of Satellite Casinos: SJM plans to close its satellite casinos, which will allow it to consolidate operations and improve EBITDA margins.
• Relocation of Tables: Tables will be moved back to SJM's own properties, which is expected to increase GGR and improve margins.
• Profitability Expectations: Management anticipates adj EBITDA margins to rise from ~5% to at least the low teens (10-15%).

Acquisition Considerations

• L'Arc Macau & Ponte 16: The potential acquisition of L'Arc Macau (283 rooms) and the 51%-owned Ponte 16 (408 rooms) is viewed as a strategic addition to SJM's hotel portfolio.
• Valuation Basis: The deal will be valued based on the hotel and retail value of these properties, not on the casino operations.
• Funding Plan: SJM is aware of its high leverage ratio and intends to refinance existing debt rather than seeking new equity funding.

Financial Highlights

• Share Price Performance: SJM's share price has risen by 6% today, indicating positive market sentiment.
• Current Valuation:
  • Price: HK$2.40
  • Price Target: HK$2.50 (+4%)
  • Market Cap: HK$13.6B / $1.7B
  • 52-Week High-Low: HK$3.29 - HK$1.98
  • Float: 45.7%
  • Average Daily Volume (ADV MM): 3.26

Analysts and Ratings

Analyst Certifications

• Anne Ling and Jingjue Pei have certified that the views in the report reflect their personal opinions and that they are not compensated based on the report's recommendations.

Rating Distribution

• Buy: 60.49% (2107)
• Hold: 35.17% (1225)
• Underperform: 4.34% (151)

Investment Recommendation

• Current Rating: HOLD
• Expected Total Return: ±15% over the next 12 months

Valuation Methodology

Jefferies uses multiple valuation methods including:

• Market capitalization
• Maturity, growth/value
• Volatility
• Expected total return
• Discounted cash flow (DCF)
• EBITDA, EPS, cash flow, free cash flow
• EV/EBITDA, P/E, PE/growth, P/CF, P/FCF
• Sum of the parts, net asset value, dividend returns, and return on equity (ROE)

Key Risks

• Downside Risks:
  • Weaker than expected GGR
  • GLP failing to gain market share
  • China macro slowdown
• Upside Risks:
  • Stronger than expected GGR
  • GLP gaining market share

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Conclusion

SJM's decision to close satellite casinos and consolidate operations is part of a broader strategy to enhance profitability and operational efficiency. The potential acquisition of L'Arc Macau and Ponte 16 is seen as a strategic move to expand its hotel and retail footprint. The company is focused on maintaining strong EBITDA margins and is actively managing its debt structure without seeking new equity. The market has responded positively, with a 6% increase in share price, and the report is issued with a HOLD rating and a price target of HK$2.50.