Wynn Resorts, Limited (NASDAQ:WYNN) Given Consensus Recommendation of “Moderate Buy” by Brokerages

Shares of Wynn Resorts, Limited (NASDAQ:WYNN) have been given a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” by the seventeen ratings firms that are covering the stock, MarketBeat Ratings reports. Three analysts have rated the stock with a hold recommendation, thirteen have issued a buy recommendation and one has assigned a strong buy recommendation to the company. The average 12-month price objective among analysts that have issued ratings on the stock in the last year is $138.8667.

Several brokerages recently commented on WYNN. The Goldman Sachs Group reissued a “buy” rating and set a $148.00 target price on shares of Wynn Resorts in a report on Monday, December 15th. Mizuho increased their price target on Wynn Resorts from $131.00 to $134.00 and gave the company an “outperform” rating in a research note on Tuesday, February 17th. UBS Group reissued a “buy” rating on shares of Wynn Resorts in a research note on Monday, February 23rd. Macquarie Infrastructure restated an “outperform” rating and issued a $143.00 price objective on shares of Wynn Resorts in a report on Monday, December 8th. Finally, Jefferies Financial Group raised their target price on Wynn Resorts from $146.00 to $155.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research note on Monday, December 8th.

Wynn Resorts Stock Down 3.6%

NASDAQ:WYNN opened at $101.61 on Friday. The company has a market cap of $10.60 billion, a PE ratio of 33.87, a P/E/G ratio of 12.57 and a beta of 1.01. The business’s 50 day moving average is $113.46 and its two-hundred day moving average is $120.11. Wynn Resorts has a 52 week low of $65.25 and a 52 week high of $134.72.

Wynn Resorts (NASDAQ:WYNN) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, February 12th. The casino operator reported $1.17 EPS for the quarter, missing analysts’ consensus estimates of $1.33 by ($0.16). Wynn Resorts had a negative return on equity of 39.05% and a net margin of 4.59%.The company had revenue of $1.87 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.85 billion. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company earned $2.42 earnings per share. Wynn Resorts’s quarterly revenue was up 1.5% compared to the same quarter last year. As a group, sell-side analysts expect that Wynn Resorts will post 5.17 EPS for the current fiscal year.

Wynn Resorts Dividend Announcement

The firm also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Wednesday, March 4th. Stockholders of record on Monday, February 23rd were given a dividend of $0.25 per share. The ex-dividend date was Monday, February 23rd. This represents a $1.00 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 1.0%. Wynn Resorts’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is 33.33%.

Institutional Trading of Wynn Resorts

Several institutional investors and hedge funds have recently added to or reduced their stakes in WYNN. Egerton Capital UK LLP acquired a new stake in shares of Wynn Resorts during the 4th quarter valued at $249,053,000. Norges Bank acquired a new position in shares of Wynn Resorts in the 2nd quarter worth $106,289,000. Palidye Holdings Caymans Ltd acquired a new stake in shares of Wynn Resorts during the second quarter worth $104,629,000. Zurich Insurance Group Ltd FI acquired a new stake in shares of Wynn Resorts during the third quarter worth $110,213,000. Finally, Thrivent Financial for Lutherans lifted its holdings in shares of Wynn Resorts by 6,391.3% during the second quarter. Thrivent Financial for Lutherans now owns 748,769 shares of the casino operator’s stock valued at $70,138,000 after purchasing an additional 737,234 shares during the last quarter. 88.64% of the stock is owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.

Trending Headlines about Wynn Resorts

Here are the key news stories impacting Wynn Resorts this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Zacks increased WYNN’s FY2027 and FY2028 outlook and raised several 2027 quarterly estimates (Q2–Q4 2027 and Q3 2027). These upgrades imply stronger medium‑term earnings potential, which is supportive for valuation if realized. Zacks / MarketBeat note
• Neutral Sentiment: Yahoo Finance ran a roundup noting Wall Street favoritism toward a small set of stocks — useful context on analyst optimism but warns of rating bias; this is background for sentiment rather than a direct WYNN catalyst. 2 of Wall Street’s Favorite Stocks to Consider Right Now and 1 Facing Challenges
• Neutral Sentiment: Coverage comparing WYNN to other gaming names (Bragg Gaming) and a Globe & Mail piece showing mixed analyst views highlight divergence in opinions across the industry — increases volatility risk but not an immediate directional driver. Comparing Bragg Gaming Group and Wynn Resorts Analysts’ Opinions Are Mixed
• Neutral Sentiment: Operational/HR item: Wynn offered remote-work options to UAE staff in a conflict zone — positive for employee safety and PR but unlikely to move near-term earnings. Wynn UAE remote work Wynn remote work coverage
• Negative Sentiment: Zacks cut several near‑term WYNN estimates (FY2026 and multiple 2026 quarters, plus downward tweaks to Q1 2027 and Q4 2026). Those downgrades reduce near‑term earnings visibility and help explain selling pressure despite the longer‑term raises; Zacks still carries a “Hold” rating. Zacks / MarketBeat note

About Wynn Resorts

Wynn Resorts, Limited (NASDAQ: WYNN) is a global developer and operator of luxury resorts and casinos, renowned for its premium hospitality offerings and integrated entertainment experiences. The company specializes in high-end hotel accommodations, gaming operations, fine dining restaurants, retail outlets, meeting and convention spaces, and live entertainment venues. Its properties are designed to cater to both leisure and business travelers seeking upscale environments and world-class service.

Founded in 2002 by hospitality entrepreneur Steve Wynn, the company opened its flagship property, Wynn Las Vegas, on the Las Vegas Strip in 2005, followed by Encore Las Vegas in 2008.