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Summary
NASDAQ: GLPI | |
Type | Public |
Founded | November, 2013 |
Headquarters | Pennsylvania, USA |
Revenue | TBC |
TBC | |
Total assets | TBC |
Number of employees | TBC |
Website | https://www.glpropinc.com/ |
Gaming & Leisure Properties, Inc (GLPI) operates as a real estate investment trust with a primary focus on obtaining real estate assets that are leased to gaming operators. Established in November 2013, GLPI emerged as a result of a corporate separation from Penn National Gaming, a prominent casino operator. Although headquartered in Pennsylvania, GLPI's expansive portfolio encompasses 59 gaming properties situated across 18 states. The predominant leasing structure employed is a triple-net lease, encompassing fundamental rent along with real property taxes, building insurance, and maintenance expenditures.
The Gambling market
As the REIT focuses on gaming properties (which are mostly casinos), we must address the gambling market.
The gambling industry can be categorized into verticals:
- Sports
- Racing
- Casino (which would include live casino: poker, roulette, blackjack)
- Slots
- Lottery
- Bingo
- Other (such as E-Sports and Virtual Sports)
It can be further classified by Channel-type:
- Land-Based
- Online (also referred to as ‘iGaming’).
The realm of gambling has maintained its prevalence for millennia, with the land-based sector demonstrating remarkable resilience throughout this extended period. However, the notable rise of online gaming, accelerated by the impact of the Covid pandemic, might paradoxically act as a catalyst for the land-based market.
GLPI's property portfolio is exclusively concentrated within the United States. Interestingly, the US is an emerging contender in the global landscape of online gaming, harboring the potential to surpass both Europe and the rest of the world in this domain.
Today, casinos have evolved into multifaceted entertainment hubs featuring diverse amenities, including food courts and various facilities. This transformation has effectively redefined the casino as an establishment centered around enjoyment, rather than a mere avenue for financial gain. Within the industry, responsible gambling has taken center stage, encapsulated by the well-recognized adage, "When the fun stops, stop." The industry is undergoing a transformation by shifting its identity from 'gambling' to 'entertainment', and it is the land-based casinos that are leading the way in embracing this evolution.
Leadership:
Management
Peter M. Carlino - CEO
Brandon J. Moore - COO, General Counsel and Secretary
Desiree A. Burke - CFO and Treasurer
Steven L. Ladany - Chief Development Office, Senior Vice President
Matthew Demchyk - Chief Investment Officer, Senior Vice President
Board of Directors
Peter M. Carlino - Chairman and CEO
JoAnne A. Epps - Acting President, Temple University
Carol Lili Lynton - Co-Founder and Operating Partner, The Dinex Group
Joseph W. Marshall III - Vice Chairman, Stevens & Lee, LLP
James B. Perry - Former Chairman and CEO, Isle of Capri Casinos
Barry F. Schwartz - Vice Chairman Emeritus, MacAndrews & Forbes Inc
Earl C. Shanks - Retired CFO, Essedant Inc
E. Scott Urdang - Restored CEO and Chairman, Urdang Capital Management
Strategy, Commitment & Ethos
Strategy and M&A
Despite being geographically diversified across the US, their portfolio only consists of gaming properties within the US. However, they are actively monitoring developmental opportunities to diversify portfolio by acquiring real property assets outside the gaming industry. This is evidenced recently as on May 13, 2023, the company entered into a letter of intent with Athletics Holdings LLC and Tropicana Las Vegas to develop a stadium for the Oakland Athletics MLB team on a portion of the Tropicana Site. GLPI will fund up to $175 million for construction costs.
Acquiring further gaming real estate assets and facilities still remains one of their top priorities. On January 3, 2023, the Company completed its acquisition of the real property assets of Bally's Tiverton and Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Biloxi for $635 million. The properties were added to the existing Master Lease with Bally's. They also have the option to acquire the real property assets of Bally's Twin River Lincoln Casino Resort in Lincoln, RI before December 31, 2026.
ESG, Commitment and Ethos
The company emphasizes environmental and community stewardship as an essential aspect of creating shareholder value. They are committed to integrating ESG practices that benefit the company, its employees, and the communities they operate in. Social responsibility is a priority, and they aim to maintain a corporate culture that fosters a sense of community, well-being, and long-term success for both the employees and the company.
Corporate culture and employee engagement are encouraged through town-hall meetings, open feedback culture, talent development programs, and resources for health and well-being. Diversity and inclusion are promoted, and they adhere to equal opportunity employment policies.
The company actively supports the communities in which they operate by partnering with various organizations for charitable contributions, community service, and donation programs to help families in need.
Environmental stewardship is also a focus, with an emphasis on sustainable practices, energy efficiency, recycling, water conservation, and indoor environmental quality at their properties. They promote awareness and encourage environmentally beneficial practices among their tenants as well.
Corporate governance is led by the Board of Directors, which considers the interests of all stakeholders, including the environment and social well-being, to ensure the long-term prosperity of the company. The Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee oversees sustainability and ESG matters, providing recommendations to the Board.
Competition
GLPI’s primary competitor is VICI Properties Inc (VICI), another Gambling REIT. MGM Growth Properties LLC (MGP) was also one of their competitors, until VICI acquired the firm in April 2022 for $17.2billion. They also face competition from Private investment companies, private equity, hedge funds, sovereign wealth funds, lenders and gaming operators themselves.
VICI
Vici Properties was established as part of the Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization of Caesars Entertainment Operating Company (CEOC), a significant division of Caesars Entertainment. Following CEOC's entry into bankruptcy proceedings in January 2015, Caesars proposed a division of CEOC into two distinct entities: a Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) responsible for owning the company's casinos and an operating company tasked with their management. This strategic approach aimed to optimize value for CEOC's creditors by leveraging the favorable tax benefits associated with REITs.
The REIT spin-off, Vici Properties, was successfully completed on October 6, 2017, coinciding with CEOC's emergence from bankruptcy. Vici commenced with a portfolio encompassing nineteen casinos and racetracks, all leased to Caesars, along with four golf courses. The name "Vici" derives from the famous phrase "Veni, vidi, vici," attributed to Julius Caesar.
Over time, Vici expanded its portfolio and pursued various acquisitions. It acquired properties such as Harrah's Las Vegas, engaging in sale and leaseback arrangements. MGM Growth Properties expressed interest in acquiring Vici in 2018, though Vici opted for an initial public offering (IPO) instead. Vici successfully completed its IPO on the New York Stock Exchange, raising $1.2 billion.
The company continued its growth trajectory by engaging in acquisitions, transactions with Caesars, and strategic expansion into Canada in 2023. Vici acquired a range of properties, including casinos and resorts, adding to its diverse portfolio and expanding its influence within the gaming and hospitality sectors.
Portfolio
Location | State | Acquisition date | Tenant Lease Agreement | Approx Property Square Footage | Owned Acreage | Leased Acreage | Hotel Rooms | |
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Tenant Occupied Properties | ||||||||
Dover Downs | Dover, DE | DELAWARE | 06/03/2021 | Bally's Master Lease | 212,500 | 69.6 | — | 500 |
Tropicana Evansville | Evansville, IN | INDIANA | 06/03/2021 | Bally's Master Lease | 754,833 | 18.4 | 10.2 | 338 |
Black Hawk (Black Hawk North, West and East casinos) | Black Hawk, CO | COLORADO | 04/01/2022 | Bally's Master Lease | 118,552 | 3.2 | — | — |
Quad Cities Casino & Hotel | Rock Island, IL | ILLINOIS | 04/01/2022 | Bally's Master Lease | 390,285 | 119.9 | — | 205 |
Bally's Tiverton Hotel & Casino | Tiverton, RI | RHODE ISLAND | 01/03/2023 | Bally's Master Lease | 2,030,767 | 46.6 | 0 | 84 |
Hard Rock Casino and Hotel Biloxi | Biloxi, MS | MISSISSIPPI | 01/03/2023 | Bally's Master Lease | 376,358 | 8.6 | 0 | 479 |
Tropicana Las Vegas | Las Vegas, NV | NEVADA | 4/16/2020 | Bally's/ Tropicana Las Vegas Lease | — | 35.1 | — | — |
Belterra Park Gaming & Entertainment Center | Cincinnati, OH | OHIO | 10/15/2018 | Boyd/Belterra Park Lease | 372,650 | 160 | — | — |
Ameristar Kansas City | Kansas City, MO | MISSOURI | 4/28/2016 | Boyd/Boyd Master Lease | 763,939 | 224.5 | 31.4 | 184 |
Ameristar St. Charles | St. Charles, MO | MISSOURI | 4/28/2016 | Boyd/Boyd Master Lease | 1,272,938 | 241.2 | — | 397 |
Belterra Casino Resort | Florence, IN | INDIANA | 4/28/2016 | Boyd/Boyd Master Lease | 782,393 | 167.1 | 149 | 662 |
Trop Casino Greenville | Greenville, MS | MISSISSIPPI | 10/01/2018 | Caesars/Amended Caesars Master Lease | 94,017 | — | 7.4 | — |
Tropicana Atlantic City | Atlantic City, NJ | NEW JERSEY | 10/01/2018 | Caesars/Amended Caesars Master Lease | 4,232,018 | 18.3 | — | 2,364 |
Tropicana Laughlin | Laughlin, NV | NEVADA | 10/01/2018 | Caesars/Amended Caesars Master Lease | 936,453 | 93.6 | — | 1,487 |
Belle of Baton Rouge | Baton Rouge, LA | LOUISIANA | 10/01/2018 | Caesars/Amended Caesars Master Lease | 386,398 | 13.1 | 0.8 | 288 |
Isle Casino Hotel Bettendorf | Bettendorf, IA | IOWA | 12/18/2020 | Caesars/Amended Caesars Master Lease | 738,905 | 24.6 | — | 509 |
Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo | Waterloo, IA | IOWA | 12/18/2020 | Caesars/Amended Caesars Master Lease | 287,436 | 52.6 | — | 194 |
Horseshoe St Louis | St Louis, MO | MISSOURI | 10/01/2018 | Caesars/Horseshoe St. Louis Lease | 807,407 | 18.5 | — | 494 |
Casino Queen | St. Louis, IL | ILLINOIS | 1/23/2014 | Casino Queen Master Lease | 330,502 | 67.2 | — | 157 |
Hollywood Casino Baton Rouge | Baton Rouge, LA | LOUISIANA | 12/17/2021 | Casino Queen Master Lease | 95,318 | 25 | — | — |
Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland | Hanover, MD | MARYLAND | 12/29/2021 | Cordish Maryland Live! Lease | 2,326,669 | 12.6 | — | 310 |
Live! Casino Pittsburgh | Greensburg, PA | PENNSYLVANIA | 03/01/2022 | Cordish/Pennsylvania Live! Master Lease | 129,552 | — | 1.8 | — |
Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia | Philadelphia, PA | PENNSYLVANIA | 03/01/2022 | Cordish/Pennsylvania Live! Master Lease | 685,000 | 9.6 | — | 208 |
Ameristar Black Hawk | Black Hawk, CO | COLORADO | 4/28/2016 | PENN/Amended Pinnacle Master Lease | 775,744 | 105.2 | — | 536 |
Ameristar Council Bluffs | Council Bluffs, IA | IOWA | 4/28/2016 | PENN/Amended Pinnacle Master Lease | 312,047 | 36.2 | 22.6 | 160 |
Ameristar East Chicago | Chicago, IN | INDIANA | 4/28/2016 | PENN/Amended Pinnacle Master Lease | 509,867 | — | 21.6 | 288 |
Ameristar Vicksburg | Vicksburg, MS | MISSISSIPPI | 4/28/2016 | PENN/Amended Pinnacle Master Lease | 298,006 | 74.1 | — | 148 |
Boomtown Bossier City | Bossier City, LA | LOUISIANA | 4/28/2016 | PENN/Amended Pinnacle Master Lease | 281,747 | 21.8 | — | 187 |
Boomtown New Orleans | New Orleans, LA | LOUISIANA | 4/28/2016 | PENN/Amended Pinnacle Master Lease | 278,227 | 53.6 | — | 150 |
L'Auberge Baton Rouge | Baton Rouge, LA | LOUISIANA | 4/28/2016 | PENN/Amended Pinnacle Master Lease | 436,461 | 99.1 | — | 205 |
L'Auberge Lake Charles | Lake Charles, LA | LOUISIANA | 4/28/2016 | PENN/Amended Pinnacle Master Lease | 1,014,497 | — | 234.5 | 995 |
Jackpot Properties (Cactus Petes and Horseshu) | Jackpot, NV | NEVADA | 4/28/2016 | PENN/Amended Pinnacle Master Lease | 419,800 | 79.5 | — | 416 |
River City Casino & Hotel | St. Louis, MO | MISSOURI | 4/28/2016 | PENN/Amended Pinnacle Master Lease | 431,226 | — | 83.4 | 200 |
Plainridge Park Casino | Plainville, MA | MASSACHUSETTS | 10/15/2018 | PENN/Amended Pinnacle Master Lease | 196,473 | 87.9 | — | — |
Hollywood Casino at the Meadows | Washington, PA | PENNSYLVANIA | 09/09/2016 | PENN/Meadows Lease | 417,921 | 155.5 | — | — |
Hollywood Casino Morgantown | Morgantown, PA | PENNSYLVANIA | 10/01/2020 | PENN/Morgantown Lease | — | 36 | — | — |
Argosy Casino Alton | Alton, IL | ILLINOIS | 11/01/2013 | PENN/PENN Master Lease | 124,569 | 0.2 | 4 | — |
Argosy Casino Riverside | Riverside, MO | MISSOURI | 11/01/2013 | PENN/PENN Master Lease | 450,397 | 37.9 | — | 258 |
Boomtown Biloxi | Biloxi, MS | MISSISSIPPI | 11/01/2013 | PENN/PENN Master Lease | 134,800 | 1.5 | 1 | — |
Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races | Town, WV | WEST VIRGINIA | 11/01/2013 | PENN/PENN Master Lease | 511,249 | 298.6 | — | 153 |
Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course | Grantville, PA | PENNSYLVANIA | 11/01/2013 | PENN/PENN Master Lease | 451,758 | 573.7 | — | — |
Hollywood Casino Aurora | Aurora, IL | ILLINOIS | 11/01/2013 | PENN/PENN Master Lease | 222,189 | 0.4 | 1.7 | — |
Hollywood Casino Bangor | Bangor, ME | MAINE | 11/01/2013 | PENN/PENN Master Lease | 257,085 | 6.4 | 37.9 | 152 |
Hollywood Casino Columbus | Columbus, OH | OHIO | 11/01/2013 | PENN/PENN Master Lease | 354,075 | 116 | — | — |
Hollywood Casino Gulf Coast | Bay St. Louis MS | MISSISSIPPI | 11/01/2013 | PENN/PENN Master Lease | 425,920 | 578.7 | — | 291 |
Hollywood Casino Joliet | Joliet, IL | ILLINOIS | 11/01/2013 | PENN/PENN Master Lease | 322,446 | 275.6 | — | 100 |
Hollywood Casino Lawrenceburg | Lawrenceburg, IN | INDIANA | 11/01/2013 | PENN/PENN Master Lease | 634,000 | 73.1 | 32.1 | 295 |
Hollywood Casino St. Louis | Maryland Heights, MO | MISSOURI | 11/01/2013 | PENN/PENN Master Lease | 645,270 | 220.8 | — | 502 |
Hollywood Casino Toledo | Toledo, OH | OHIO | 11/01/2013 | PENN/PENN Master Lease | 285,335 | 42.3 | — | — |
Hollywood Casino Tunica | Tunica, MS | MISSISSIPPI | 11/01/2013 | PENN/PENN Master Lease | 315,831 | — | 67.7 | 494 |
M Resort | Henderson, NV | NEVADA | 11/01/2013 | PENN/PENN Master Lease | 910,173 | 83.5 | — | 390 |
Zia Park Casino | Hobbs, NM | NEW MEXICO | 11/01/2013 | PENN/PENN Master Lease | 109,067 | 317.4 | — | — |
Hollywood Gaming Casino at Dayton Raceway | Dayton, OH | OHIO | 11/01/2013 | PENN/PENN Master Lease | 191,037 | 119.7 | — | — |
Hollywood Gaming Casino at Mahoning Valley Race Track | Youngstown, OH | OHIO | 11/01/2013 | PENN/PENN Master Lease | 177,448 | 193.4 | — | — |
1st Jackpot Casino | Tunica, MS | MISSISSIPPI | 05/01/2017 | PENN/PENN Master Lease | 78,941 | 52.9 | 93.8 | — |
Hollywood Casino Perryville | Perryville, MD | MARYLAND | 07/01/2021 | PENN/Perryville Lease | 97,961 | 36.3 | — | — |
30,196,457 | 5,207 | 800 | 14,780 | |||||
Other Properties | ||||||||
Other owned buildings and land (2022 figures) | 23,400 | 0.3 | — | — | ||||
Total | 30,219,857 | 5,207 | 800 | 14,780 |