Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc.

NasdaqGS:MCRI Stock Report

Market Cap: US$2.1b

Monarch Casino & Resort Management

Management criteria checks 4/4

We currently do not have sufficient information about the CEO.

Key information

John Farahi

Chief executive officer

US$3.2m

Total compensation

CEO salary percentage23.37%
CEO tenure33yrs
CEO ownership17.7%
Management average tenure23.3yrs
Board average tenure27.8yrs

Recent management updates

Recent updates

Seeking Alpha • Apr 24

Monarch Casino: The Crown Is Earned, Now It Needs A Kingdom To Conquer (Rating Downgrade)

Summary Monarch Casino has delivered a ~58% return in under two years, outperforming peers with robust organic growth and margin expansion. MCRI reported Q1 revenue up nearly 9% to $136.6M and EBITDA margin of 36.5%, both exceeding historical averages and indicating pricing power. With strong FCF, no long-term debt, and M&A optionality, MCRI trades at a premium FCF yield (~6.7%) versus peers, justifying prior bullishness. I downgrade to 'Hold' as MCRI now trades near fair value; further upside likely requires a new M&A catalyst rather than continued organic outperformance. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article • Feb 04

Monarch Casino & Resort (NASDAQ:MCRI) Is Achieving High Returns On Its Capital

What trends should we look for it we want to identify stocks that can multiply in value over the long term? In a...
Analysis Article • Oct 28

Monarch Casino & Resort's (NASDAQ:MCRI) Dividend Will Be $0.30

The board of Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. ( NASDAQ:MCRI ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of $0.30 per share...
Analysis Article • Oct 13

We Like Monarch Casino & Resort's (NASDAQ:MCRI) Returns And Here's How They're Trending

If we want to find a stock that could multiply over the long term, what are the underlying trends we should look for...
Analysis Article • Sep 24

Is It Time To Consider Buying Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. (NASDAQ:MCRI)?

Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. ( NASDAQ:MCRI ), is not the largest company out there, but it received a lot of attention...
Analysis Article • Jul 23

Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:MCRI) 26% Share Price Surge Not Quite Adding Up

Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. ( NASDAQ:MCRI ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 26% gain in the last...
Analysis Article • May 13

An Intrinsic Calculation For Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. (NASDAQ:MCRI) Suggests It's 49% Undervalued

Key Insights The projected fair value for Monarch Casino & Resort is US$160 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity...
Seeking Alpha • Mar 21

Monarch Casino: Still The Hidden Gem Outside Vegas

Summary Monarch Casino & Resort has shown strong financial performance with a 4.1% increase in top-line sales and a 5.5% rise in EBITDA in FY 2024. The company has successfully expanded and renovated its Black Hawk property, enhancing its competitive position and boosting occupancy and ADR rates. Monarch's solid financial health, zero long-term debt, and consistent cash flow enable continued shareholder returns through buybacks and dividends. I reiterate a 'Buy' recommendation for Monarch Casino with a price target of $94, reflecting a 14.6% upside from current levels. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article • Feb 15

Monarch Casino & Resort's (NASDAQ:MCRI) Dividend Will Be $0.30

The board of Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. ( NASDAQ:MCRI ) has announced that it will pay a dividend on the 15th of...
Analysis Article • Feb 14

Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. Just Beat Analyst Forecasts, And Analysts Have Been Updating Their Predictions

It's been a good week for Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. ( NASDAQ:MCRI ) shareholders, because the company has just...
Analysis Article • Feb 13

Should You Investigate Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. (NASDAQ:MCRI) At US$92.57?

While Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. ( NASDAQ:MCRI ) might not have the largest market cap around , it saw a...
Analysis Article • Jan 15

Is Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. (NASDAQ:MCRI) Trading At A 48% Discount?

Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Monarch Casino & Resort fair value estimate is US$157 Monarch...
Analysis Article • Dec 18

Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:MCRI) Share Price Not Quite Adding Up

It's not a stretch to say that Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:MCRI ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of...
Analysis Article • Oct 24

Monarch Casino & Resort (NASDAQ:MCRI) Seems To Use Debt Quite Sensibly

David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...
Seeking Alpha • Oct 08

Monarch Casino: Organic Earnings Expectations And Valuation Match

Summary Monarch Casino & Resort has managed to grow well historically through expansion of the company's two casinos in areas with aiding population growth. The future growth outlook is more uncertain as space for the two casinos' expansion is getting smaller and as the soon-to-be-reported Q3 is pressured by macro headwinds. Without accretive M&A targets being acquired, the MCRI stock's fantastic ten-year run seems to have left the stock fairly valued. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article • Oct 01

Why Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. (NASDAQ:MCRI) Could Be Worth Watching

While Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. ( NASDAQ:MCRI ) might not have the largest market cap around , it saw a decent...
Analysis Article • Jul 27

Earnings Beat: Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. Just Beat Analyst Forecasts, And Analysts Have Been Updating Their Models

It's been a pretty great week for Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. ( NASDAQ:MCRI ) shareholders, with its shares surging...
Analysis Article • Apr 22

Monarch Casino & Resort (NASDAQ:MCRI) Has Announced A Dividend Of $0.30

The board of Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. ( NASDAQ:MCRI ) has announced that it will pay a dividend on the 15th of...
Seeking Alpha • Apr 02

Monarch Casino & Resort: Stable Profitability With Acceptable Margins

Summary Monarch Casino & Resort provides gaming, hotel, and hospitality services in the USA through its Atlantis Casino Resort Spa and Black Hawk Resort Spa. Atlantis Casino Resort Spa has the highest payout rates in Northern Nevada, ensuring robust demand. Monarch has expansion plans for its Nevada unit and aims to target the thriving market in the Denver metropolitan area. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article • Mar 25

Does Monarch Casino & Resort (NASDAQ:MCRI) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?

Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...
Analysis Article • Feb 17

Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. (NASDAQ:MCRI) Just Released Its Yearly Results And Analysts Are Updating Their Estimates

Last week, you might have seen that Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. ( NASDAQ:MCRI ) released its annual result to the...
Seeking Alpha • Jan 15

Monarch Casino Will Grow With The Eventual Reversion Of Consumer Spending

Summary Monarch Casino & Resort reports Q3'23 revenues of $132.97mn, a slight YoY decline. MCRI maintains a fourfold investment thesis centered around location advantage, growth opportunities, operations track record, and strong financial profile. The Company is undervalued and positioned for greater share price growth compared to peers due to consumer purchasing power and growth opportunities. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article • Jan 04

Monarch Casino & Resort (NASDAQ:MCRI) Is Very Good At Capital Allocation

There are a few key trends to look for if we want to identify the next multi-bagger. Amongst other things, we'll want...
Analysis Article • Dec 14

Is Monarch Casino & Resort (NASDAQ:MCRI) A Risky Investment?

Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...

CEO Compensation Analysis

How has John Farahi's remuneration changed compared to Monarch Casino & Resort's earnings?
DateTotal CompensationSalaryCompany Earnings
Mar 31 2026n/an/a

US$109m

Dec 31 2025US$3mUS$750k

US$101m

Sep 30 2025n/an/a

US$83m

Jun 30 2025n/an/a

US$79m

Mar 31 2025n/an/a

US$74m

Dec 31 2024US$4mUS$750k

US$73m

Sep 30 2024n/an/a

US$87m

Jun 30 2024n/an/a

US$83m

Mar 31 2024n/an/a

US$83m

Dec 31 2023US$4mUS$750k

US$82m

Sep 30 2023n/an/a

US$87m

Jun 30 2023n/an/a

US$90m

Mar 31 2023n/an/a

US$87m

Dec 31 2022US$3mUS$750k

US$87m

Sep 30 2022n/an/a

US$85m

Jun 30 2022n/an/a

US$80m

Mar 31 2022n/an/a

US$78m

Dec 31 2021US$5mUS$750k

US$68m

Sep 30 2021n/an/a

US$64m

Jun 30 2021n/an/a

US$52m

Mar 31 2021n/an/a

US$30m

Dec 31 2020US$2mUS$591k

US$24m

Sep 30 2020n/an/a

US$15m

Jun 30 2020n/an/a

US$13m

Mar 31 2020n/an/a

US$27m

Dec 31 2019US$2mUS$750k

US$32m

Compensation vs Market: John's total compensation ($USD3.21M) is below average for companies of similar size in the US market ($USD5.37M).

Compensation vs Earnings: John's compensation has been consistent with company performance over the past year.

CEO

John Farahi (78 yo)

33yrs
Tenure
US$3,209,187
Compensation

Mr. John Farahi has been Co-Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. since its inception and of Golden Road Motor Inn, Inc. (“Golden Road”) since June 1993. Mr. Fa...

Leadership Team

NamePositionTenureCompensationOwnership
John Farahi
Co-Chairman33yrsUS$3.21m17.68%
$ 374.9m
Bahram Farahi
Co-Chairman & President33.4yrsUS$1.46m6.53%
$ 138.5m
Edwin Koenig
Corporate Treasurer & Chief Accounting Officer10.3yrsUS$351.25k0%
$ 0
Jason Gumer
Executive VP & General Counselno datano datano data
Richard Cooley
Vice President of Finance and Treasurer13.7yrsUS$354.52kno data
23.3yrs
Average Tenure
76.5yo
Average Age

Experienced Management: MCRI's management team is seasoned and experienced (23.3 years average tenure).

Board Members

NamePositionTenureCompensationOwnership
John Farahi
Co-Chairman33yrsUS$3.21m17.68%
$ 374.9m
Bahram Farahi
Co-Chairman & President33.4yrsUS$1.46m6.53%
$ 138.5m
Craig Sullivan
Independent Director27.8yrsUS$344.47kno data
Paul Andrews
Independent Director12.1yrsUS$329.47k0.028%
$ 597.4k
Hope Taitz
Independent Directorless than a yearno datano data
27.8yrs
Average Tenure
75yo
Average Age

Experienced Board: MCRI's board of directors are seasoned and experienced ( 27.8 years average tenure).

Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/06/03 11:21
End of Day Share Price 2026/06/03 00:00
Earnings2026/03/31
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

Data Sources

The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.

PackageDataTimeframeExample US Source *
Company Financials10 years
  • Income statement
  • Cash flow statement
  • Balance sheet
Analyst Consensus Estimates+3 years
  • Forecast financials
  • Analyst price targets
Market Prices30 years
  • Stock prices
  • Dividends, Splits and Actions
Ownership10 years
  • Top shareholders
  • Insider trading
Management10 years
  • Leadership team
  • Board of directors
Key Developments10 years
  • Company announcements

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Analyst Sources

Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. is covered by 11 analysts. 6 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Maxwell James MarshCBRE Securities
Gregg KleinImperial Capital
David KatzJefferies LLC