Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. (MCRI) — Stock Score Summary

Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. (MCRI) has a MoatMap StockRank of 95/100 based on Quality (76/100), Value (34/100), and Momentum (77/100) factor scores. The current signal is STRONG BUY. Monarch Casino & Resort is a well-managed, high-quality regional casino operator with strong cash generation. However, it lacks any thematic macro tailwinds and is highly sensitive to regional consumer discretionary spending cycles.

Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. owns and operates two casino resorts: Monarch Casino Black Hawk in Colorado and Atlantis Casino Resort Spa in Reno, Nevada. The company's competitive advantage stems from its strategic locations in popular regional gaming markets, comprehensive amenities, and a focus on providing a high-quality, full-service gaming and resort experience. Monarch operates as a niche player in the regional casino market, attracting both local and destination visitors with its upscale offerings.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$122.68
Market Cap$2.1B
P/E (TTM)20.64
P/E (Forward)17.91
Price/Book3.94
Return on Equity20.1%
Return on Invested Capital22.7%
Debt/Equity2.37
Gross Margin68.1%
Operating Margin25.8%
Revenue Growth8.9%
Dividend Yield1.0%
Free Cash Flow$132M

Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. operates in the Resorts & Casinos industry, part of the Consumer Cyclical sector (United States).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc.’s (MCRI) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. (MCRI) is 95/100, with a Strong Buy signal. It is a composite of Quality (76), Value (34), and Momentum (77) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. have an economic moat?
Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. (MCRI) has a Quality factor score of 76/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. (MCRI) is Strong Buy, based on a StockRank of 95/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. in?
Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. (MCRI) operates in the Consumer Cyclical sector, specifically the Resorts & Casinos industry (United States).