Las Vegas Sands' Latest Results: A Window of Opportunity for Competitors

Las Vegas Sands' Loss Could Be MGM and Wynn's Gain

Las Vegas Sands' results weren't what the market expected, but that may be okay for competitors. Disappointing results from Las Vegas Sands (NYSE: LVS) sent the stock sharply lower on Thursday, but the results were more of an indication of what part of the market is growing and what isn't. What investors should take away is that MGM Resorts (NYSE: MGM) and Wynn Resorts (NASDAQ: WYNN) are set up for a great quarter.

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