Las Vegas Sands (LVS +0.56%) stock is down by 25% from its highs of the last year, mostly because weak gaming demand in Macau is hurting the company's revenue and profits. However, the problems in Macau should be temporary by nature, and the region offers explosive potential for growth over the years ahead. The following slideshow takes a look at Las Vegas Sands, the reason for the decline and the risks and opportunities for investors.
Las Vegas Sands Stock Down 25%: Buying Opportunity or Time to Run?
By Andrés Cardenal – Jul 28, 2015 at 9:00AM
NYSE: LVS
Las Vegas Sands
Market Cap
$40B
Today's Change
(0.56%) $0.33
Current Price
$59.28
Price as of October 31, 2025 at 11:34 AM ET
Temporary problems in Macau are hurting Las Vegas Sands stock. However, the short term uncertainty could be creating a buying opportunity for long term investors in the company.
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