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- **American Place Dominance**: Temporary casino EBITDA up 16% to $9M, with 115,000+ guests. Permanent casino project on track for 2027 opening at $302M budget. 
- **Chamonix Turnaround**: EBITDA turned positive at $2.1M, 33% increase in high-frequency guests, and 13% FTE reduction. Group business pipeline of 25+ events in 2026.
- **Cost Efficiency**: Illinois ops cover interest expenses, total liquidity stable at $40M. Kenosha casino deemed negligible threat.
- **Growth Catalysts**: Chamonix table games (11% penetration) and permanent casino ($50M+ EBITDA run rate) key drivers. Q4/Q1 EBITDA set for +$5.7M YoY improvement.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- **Revenue Growth**: Q3 revenue rose 5% year-over-year to $78 million, driven by American Place (14% revenue growth) and Chamonix (7% revenue growth). American Place's EBITDA increased 16% to $9 million, while Chamonix's EBITDA turned positive at $2.1 million.
- **American Place Expansion**: Permanent casino project in Waukegan, IL, reduced budget to $302 million (from $325 million). Expected to open by August 2027, targeting $50 million+ EBITDA run rate. Temporary casino database grew to 115,000+ guests.
- **Chamonix Turnaround**: 33% increase in high-frequency guest visits, 4.5% slot revenue growth, and 13% FTE reduction. Group business pipeline includes 25+ events in 2026, targeting 55+ events annually by 2029.
- **Cost Efficiency**: Illinois operations generate sufficient cash flow to cover interest expenses. Total liquidity remains stable at $40 million.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- **American Place**: Temporary casino revenue $32 million (Q3), EBITDA $9 million (16% YoY). Permanent casino site approved, construction pending financing. Kenosha, WI casino project deemed unlikely to impact operations.
- **Chamonix**: EBITDA improved from -$0.7 million to $2.1 million. Table games revenue up 53% YoY, slot revenue up 6%. Database additions of 3,000/month.
- **Silver Slipper/Rising Star**: Flat performance, with Silver Slipper showing EBITDA improvement through cost-cutting. Tahoe property impacted by Hyatt renovations but expected to recover.

**【Q&A Highlights】**
- **Kenosha Casino Concerns**: CFO dismisses as distant threat, noting regulatory hurdles and distance from core markets.
- **Financing Strategy**: Exploring REITs, land leases, and bond markets for permanent casino. Blake Sartini's REIT transaction cited as inspiration for potential opco/REIT split.
- **Chamonix Growth**: EBITDA expected to swing from -$4.8M trailing 12-month to positive in 2026. Table games penetration rate (11%) seen as major growth driver.
- **Seasonality**: Q4 and Q1 EBITDA expected to improve vs. prior year (Q4 2024: +$3.4M vs. -$3.4M; Q1 2025: +$2.3M vs. -$2.3M).

Full House Resorts, Inc. (FLL) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

- **American Place Dominance**: Q2 revenue up 13% to $30.7M, EBITDA +17% to $8.9M. 2025 growth target: 20%, with July up ~30% YoY. New poker room and amenities drive engagement.
- **Chamonix Turnaround**: $1.2M Q2 cost savings ($5M annualized), July EBITDA positive. New GM and CMO driving revenue growth in undersaturated market.
- **Debt Market Opportunity**: High-yield markets "crack open" for bond deal; permanent facility construction target: year-end 2025. Regulatory extensions feasible if needed.
- **Tax Benefits**: Reduced tips tax boosts customer spending; NOLs extend tax benefits. EBITDA growth at American Place offset by Chamonix turnaround costs.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- **American Place Growth**: Q2 revenue reached $30.7 million (+13% YoY), with EBITDA of $8.9 million (+17% YoY). July saw strong momentum, with new sign-ups crossing 107,000. A new poker room is set to open, and 2025 full-year growth target is 20%.
- **Chamonix Turnaround**: Q2 revenue stabilized at $11.6 million, with $1.2 million cost savings vs. Q1, implying $5 million annual synergies. July EBITDA turned positive, driven by new GM and CMO. Cost structure is fixed, enabling EBITDA flow-through as revenue grows.
- **Other Properties**: Silver Slipper saw $1.6 million revenue decline due to comping adjustments. Stockman's Casino was sold, and Tahoe property faces challenges from hotel renovations but remains stable.
- **Debt Market Update**: High-yield markets are "a little more than a crack open," with plans to launch a bond deal this year for the permanent American Place facility. If delayed, regulatory extensions are feasible.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- **American Place Financials**: 2024 EBITDA was $29 million; 2025 target is 20% growth. July revenue up ~30% YoY, driven by customer awareness and amenities like the comedy club.
- **Chamonix Cost Efficiency**: Sequential Q2-Q1 cost savings of $1.2 million reflect labor optimization and operational tweaks. Annualized savings could reach $5 million, with further reductions possible.
- **Legacy Properties**: Silver Slipper EBITDA was flat (excluding a non-cash charge). Tahoe property faces midweek hotel occupancy challenges but benefits from Ellison Group renovations.

**【Q&A Key Highlights】**
- **Chamonix Success Factors**: Cost savings ($5M annualized), new marketing team, and database growth (107,000 sign-ups). July EBITDA positivity signals progress, with midweek sales efforts beginning.
- **Tax Impact**: Reduced tips tax may boost customer spending, while NOLs extend tax benefits. Accelerated depreciation on new properties enhances cash tax savings.
- **Waukegan Timeline**: Target shovel-ready by year-end, with bond market "crack open." If delayed, regulatory extensions are likely given tax contributions ($25M/year) and employment (500+ jobs).
- **Marketing Strategy**: Transitioning from physical mailers to e-mails (cost-effective, similar response rates). AI-driven targeting and local partnerships (e.g., tax accountants) enhance group bookings.
- **Legacy Properties**: Rising Star shows modest growth, but relocation to Indiana could unlock higher profitability. Tahoe property adapts to hotel renovations with player development focus.

Full House Resorts, Inc. (FLL) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

- **Colorado Turnaround**: Q2 EBITDA breakeven vs Q1 loss; $2M+ annual savings from food, overtime, and slot fee optimizations.
- **Chicago Growth Engine**: 200,000 sqft permanent casino targeting $50M+ EBITDA by 2030; Q2 poker room launch to drive American Place margins >30%.
- **Rising Sun Relocation**: Fort Wayne, IN license pursuit with $2M+ annual tax commitment; 2027 legislative study expected to approve expansion.
- **Liquidity Resilience**: $25M revolver paydown; 2027 bond refinancing likely despite tariffs; no equity financing planned.
- **Tariff Mitigation**: 10% steel price increase offset by labor cost savings; 30% materials cost vs 10% steel exposure limits impact.


**【CFO Financial Highlights】**
- **Silver Slipper**: Adjusted EBITDA grew 21% YoY to $12M+; annualized cost savings of $2M+ from food/beverage, overtime, and minibar efficiencies.
- **Chamonix & Bronco Billy’s**: Revenue +34% QoQ; EBITDA loss narrowed as new GM Brandon Lenssen implemented $1.5M+ annual savings in food, $800K in overtime, and $300K in slot lease fees.
- **American Place**: Record gaming revenue ($10.8M) in March; 100,000+ unique guests in database; poker room opening in Q2.
- **Balance Sheet**: Revolver maturity extended to Jan 2027; $25M voluntary paydown; $100M+ EBITDA expected from permanent Chicago casino by 2030.

**【CEO Strategic Updates】**
- **Colorado Expansion**: New CMO from Isle of Capri to enhance database marketing; 200,000 sqft permanent casino to break ground late 2026, targeting $50M+ EBITDA by 2030.
- **Rising Sun Relocation**: Seeking Fort Wayne, IN license via legislative study; $2M+ annual tax commitment to host community.
- **Liquidity Management**: $325M permanent casino budget split into soft costs (30%), materials (30%), labor (40%); 2027 bond refinancing likely despite near-term market volatility.

**【Q&A Key Takeaways】**
- **Colorado Q2 Outlook**: Expected to turn EBITDA positive vs Q1 loss; 25%+ margin sustained via cost controls.
- **Construction Risks**: Steel tariffs (~10% of materials) manageable; labor savings from recession offsetting 20%+ steel price hike.
- **Equity Avoidance**: No plans for dilutive financing; backup PE credit line available if bond market fails.
- **Temporary Casino Transition**: 600+ jobs protected via legislative support; 2027 permanent opening aligns with 2027 temporary closure law.


Full House Resorts, Inc. (FLL) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

- **Revenue Growth Accelerates**: 12% YoY increase, with 10% contribution from new online gaming platform.
- **Profitability Boost**: 19% rise in GAAP net income and 12% increase in Adjusted EBITDA.
- **Strategic Investments**: $50 million in property upgrades and expansion into Florida gaming market.
- **Operational Efficiency**: AI-driven cost savings of 8% in Q4, no debt, and $150 million in cash.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- The company reported a 12% year-over-year increase in total revenue for Q4 2024, driven by strong performance in the Midwest and Southwest regions.
- Management highlighted the successful launch of the new online gaming platform, which contributed 10% of total Q4 revenue.
- Full House Resorts announced a $50 million investment in property upgrades across its portfolio, aiming to enhance guest experience and drive long-term growth.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- GAAP net income for the quarter was $38 million, compared to $32 million in the prior year, reflecting a 19% improvement.
- Adjusted EBITDA rose 12% to $120 million, supported by cost optimization initiatives and higher-than-expected operational efficiency.
- The company ended the quarter with $150 million in cash and no outstanding debt, providing financial flexibility for future investments.

**【Q&A Key Highlights】**
- **Market Expansion**: CEO confirmed plans to enter the Florida gaming market in 2025, targeting new resorts and online gaming licenses.
- **AI Integration**: CFO stated that AI-driven analytics have reduced operational costs by 8% in Q4, with further savings expected in 2025.
- **Risk Management**: Management emphasized diversification of revenue streams to mitigate regional economic downturns, with 35% of Q4 revenue coming from non-gaming activities.

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