Genting Singapore Likely to Gain With Upbeat Industry Outlook -- Market Talk

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0452 GMT - Genting Singapore's 2026 Ebitda is likely to improve, says DBS Group Research's Zheng Feng Chee in a note. Gambling volume momentum in Singapore is likely keep growing in 2026, he says, citing the upbeat outlook from casino peer Marina Bay Sands. Genting Singapore is well-positioned to defend its market share in 1Q thanks to an increased number of flights from China before the Lunar New Year, which is likely to translate into a meaningful gain in its casino's gaming volumes, he adds. Also, new leadership hires at Genting Singapore's casino suggests a serious review of its operations, he says. DBS raises its rating to buy from hold and lifts its target price to S$0.90 from S$0.80. Shares rise 3.9% to S$0.80. (megan.cheah@wsj.com)

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Genting Singapore's 2026 Ebitda is likely to improve, says DBS Group Research's Zheng Feng Chee in a note. Gambling volume momentum in Singapore is likely keep growing in 2026, he says, citing the upbeat outlook from casino peer Marina Bay Sands. Genting Singapore is well-positioned to defend its market share in 1Q thanks to an increased number of flights from China before the Lunar New Year, which is likely to translate into a meaningful gain in its casino's gaming volumes, he adds. Also, new leadership hires at Genting Singapore's casino suggests a serious review of its operations, he says. DBS raises its rating to buy from hold and lifts its target price to S$0.90 from S$0.80. Shares rise 3.9% to S$0.80. 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