What is MGM's Intrinsic value?

MGM Resorts International (MGM) Intrinsic Value Analysis

Executive Summary

As of June 4, 2025, MGM Resorts International's estimated intrinsic value ranges from $22.89 to $117.81 per share, depending on the valuation methodology applied.

Valuation Method Fair Value (USD) Implied Upside/Downside
Discounted Cash Flow (10Y) $75.62 +136.6%
Discounted Cash Flow (5Y) $61.97 +93.9%
Dividend Discount Model (Multi-Stage) $30.31 -5.2%
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) $22.89 -28.4%
Earnings Power Value $117.81 +268.6%

Is MGM Resorts International (MGM) undervalued or overvalued?

With the current market price at $31.96, 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 0.98 1.17
Cost of equity 8.4% 11.4%
Cost of debt 5.3% 5.4%
Tax rate 11.9% 14.5%
Debt/Equity ratio 0.78 0.78
After-tax WACC 6.8% 8.4%

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 $21,309M 72.1%
10-Year Growth $76 $25,025M 54.4%
5-Year EBITDA $72 $24,055M 75.2%
10-Year EBITDA $86 $27,884M 59.0%

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: $30.31 (-5.2% from current price)

Stable DDM:

  • Stable payout ratio: 70% (Low) to 90% (High)
  • Cost of equity: 11.4% (Low) to 8.4% (High)
  • Long-term growth rate: 0.0% (Low) to 1.0% (High)
  • Fair value range: $15 to $30
  • Selected fair value: $22.89 (-28.4% 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) 8.4% - 6.8%
Enterprise Value $32,512M - $40,503M
Net Debt $4,444M
Equity Value $28,067M - $36,058M
Outstanding Shares 272M
Fair Value $103 - $132
Selected Fair Value $117.81

Key Financial Metrics

Metric Value
Market Capitalization $8698M
Enterprise Value $13142M
Trailing P/E 12.84
Forward P/E 9.14
Trailing EV/EBITDA 8.95
Current Dividend Yield 0.00%
Dividend Growth Rate (5Y) -100.00%
Debt-to-Equity Ratio 0.78

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% $6.06
Dividend Discount Model (Stable) 15% $3.43
Earnings Power Value 10% $11.78
Weighted Average 100% $59.46

Investment Conclusion

Based on our comprehensive valuation analysis, MGM Resorts International's weighted average intrinsic value is $59.46, which is approximately 86.0% above the current market price of $31.96.

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.