What is MGM's Intrinsic value?

MGM Resorts International (MGM) Intrinsic Value Analysis

Executive Summary

As of June 21, 2025, MGM Resorts International's estimated intrinsic value ranges from $23.01 to $117.98 per share, depending on the valuation methodology applied.

Valuation Method Fair Value (USD) Implied Upside/Downside
Discounted Cash Flow (10Y) $75.63 +124.0%
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) $61.98 +83.5%
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) $30.34 -10.2%
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) $23.01 -31.9%
Earnings Power Value $117.98 +249.4%

Is MGM Resorts International (MGM) undervalued or overvalued?

With the current market price at $33.77, the stock appears to be significantly undervalued.

Understanding Intrinsic Value

Intrinsic value represents the "true" worth of a company based on its fundamentals rather than market sentiment. We've employed multiple methodologies to triangulate MGM Resorts International's intrinsic value, including:

  1. Discounted Cash Flow (DCF): Values the company based on projected future cash flows
  2. Dividend Discount Model (DDM): Values the company based on expected future dividend payments
  3. Earnings Power Value (EPV): Values the company based on its current earnings power, assuming no growth

Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC)

The cost of capital is a critical factor in valuation models, representing the required return for investors.

WACC Component Low High
Long-term bond rate 3.9% 4.4%
Equity market risk premium 4.6% 5.6%
Adjusted beta 0.96 1.18
Cost of equity 8.3% 11.5%
Cost of debt 5.3% 5.4%
Tax rate 11.9% 14.5%
Debt/Equity ratio 0.77 0.77
After-tax WACC 6.7% 8.5%

Valuation Methods

1. Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) Valuation

Our DCF model projects cash flows over 5-year and 10-year horizons, with the following key assumptions:

  • Forecast Period: 5-year DCF and 10-year DCF
  • Terminal Growth Rate: 0.0% (range: 3.0% - 5.0%)
  • Discount Rate: 7.6% (range: 0.0% - 9.3%)

Key Projections:

  • Revenue growth from $17,241 (FY12-2024) to $28,103 (FY12-2034)
  • Net profit margin expansion from 6% to 6%
  • Capital expenditures maintained at approximately 6% of revenue
DCF Model Fair Value Enterprise Value % from Terminal Value
5-Year Growth $62 $21,311M 72.1%
10-Year Growth $76 $25,027M 54.4%
5-Year EBITDA $72 $24,156M 75.3%
10-Year EBITDA $86 $27,977M 59.2%

2. Dividend Discount Model (DDM)

The DDM values a company based on its expected future dividend payments. We used two approaches:

Multi-Stage DDM:

  • Current payout ratio: 0.0%
  • Stable payout ratio: 90.0%
  • Growth transition: 5 years
  • Cost of equity: 9.9%
  • Long-term growth rate: 0.5%
  • Fair value: $30.34 (-10.2% from current price)

Stable DDM:

  • Stable payout ratio: 70% (Low) to 90% (High)
  • Cost of equity: 11.5% (Low) to 8.3% (High)
  • Long-term growth rate: 0.0% (Low) to 1.0% (High)
  • Fair value range: $15 to $31
  • Selected fair value: $23.01 (-31.9% from current price)

3. Earnings Power Value (EPV)

EPV assesses a company's value based on its current normalized earnings power, assuming no growth.

EPV Component Value
Normalized Earnings $2,736M
Discount Rate (WACC) 8.5% - 6.7%
Enterprise Value $32,367M - $40,737M
Net Debt $4,444M
Equity Value $27,923M - $36,293M
Outstanding Shares 272M
Fair Value $103 - $133
Selected Fair Value $117.98

Key Financial Metrics

Metric Value
Market Capitalization $9191M
Enterprise Value $13635M
Trailing P/E 13.56
Forward P/E 9.66
Trailing EV/EBITDA 9.00
Current Dividend Yield 0.00%
Dividend Growth Rate (5Y) -100.00%
Debt-to-Equity Ratio 0.77

Investment Decision Framework

To determine the most reliable intrinsic value estimate, we weigh each valuation method based on:

  1. Forecast Certainty: DCF methods rely on long-term projections, while earnings power value focuses on current normalized earnings
  2. Business Model Alignment: Dividend models are more appropriate for mature companies with established dividend policies
  3. Historical Accuracy: How well each method has predicted fair value historically

Valuation Weight Matrix

Valuation Method Weight Weighted Value
Discounted Cash Flow (10Y) 30% $22.69
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) 25% $15.49
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) 20% $6.07
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) 15% $3.45
Earnings Power Value 10% $11.80
Weighted Average 100% $59.50

Investment Conclusion

Based on our comprehensive valuation analysis, MGM Resorts International's weighted average intrinsic value is $59.50, which is approximately 76.2% above the current market price of $33.77.

Key investment considerations:

  • Strong projected earnings growth (6% to 6% margin)
  • Consistent cash flow generation

Given these factors, we believe MGM Resorts International is currently significantly undervalued with the potential for long-term appreciation based on the company's growth trajectory and financial strength.