Genting Singapore (G13.SG) gaps down at open, last off 6.1% at 2-week low of $2.14, as sequential fall in 3Q10 earnings dampens expectations for continued robust growth, says Dow Jones.
“Genting Singapore reported earnings and EBITDA lower than expectations,” says Morgan Stanley, which has Equalweight call with $2.00 target. Net profit at $187.8 million vs 2Q10’s $396.5 million, while EBITDA at $346.5 million vs $513.9 million.
“While we maintain our long-term positive view of the Singapore gaming market’s growth prospects, especially with the potential introduction of junket operators, the growth is likely to be gradual,” says JPMorgan; downgrades to Neutral from Overweight but ups target to $2.00 from $1.55 after rolling over valuation.
Bounce off early low of $2.07 suggests downside from current levels limited.
