MGM Stock and Options Trade Setup — MGM Resorts International
NYSE · Integrated Resorts & Online Gaming · High options liquidity · Large cap · ~$11B
MGM is a turnaround compounding story with three value drivers: Las Vegas Strip performance (RevPAR recovery and F&B/entertainment monetization post-renovation), BetMGM digital growth (online sports betting and iGaming gaining market share), and Macau recovery (MGM China volumes approaching 2019 peaks with the Cotai expansion adding capacity). The real estate strategy — MGM sold its properties to Vici Properties and leases them back, freeing $5B+ of capital — gives the balance sheet optionality for buybacks and Japan integrated resort investment. BetMGM reached profitability in 2024 and is now contributing to earnings rather than consuming capital. Las Vegas convention and group demand has fully recovered and 2026 bookings are above 2019. Buybacks have been aggressive — share count down >20% since 2021.
Score History & Signal Changelog
Preview dataThis page is a living document — updated every 72 hours from the last scan. Each data point below represents one complete algorithmic snapshot.
Signal Breakdown
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Risks & Fundamentals
Every setup carries risk. Here's what could move MGM against you, plus the key stats that frame any position.
- 1.Las Vegas gaming revenue is economically cyclical and sensitive to consumer discretionary spending
- 2.BetMGM faces fierce competition from FanDuel and DraftKings in online sports betting
- 3.Macau regulatory environment remains uncertain and subject to Chinese government policy
MGM Options Setup — Frequently Asked Questions
Is MGM a good options trade today?+
MGM Resorts International (MGM) currently has an Amora Edge Score of 72/100, ranking it top 25%. This composite score is built from four sub-signals — EMA cross, RSI zone, relative strength vs SPY, and volume surge — each scored 0–25. The current read is a bullish setup, so the algorithm is positioned bullish (calls / call debit spreads). A score above 65 typically warrants a trade card with stop and target; below that, the setup is on the watchlist but not actionable.
What is MGM's win rate on Stoptions.ai setups?+
MGM's historical win rate on closed Stoptions setups is 66%. Win rate is calculated as the percentage of past MGM trade cards that hit their target price before stopping out. Win rate is most meaningful once a ticker has 10+ closed trades — individual ticker rates can be noisy at smaller samples. Our portfolio-wide win rate across all closed trades is the more stable benchmark.
What strike and expiry does Stoptions.ai suggest for MGM?+
The strike and expiry are shown on the trade card at the top of this page when the setup is active. Stoptions.ai algorithmically selects strikes targeting delta 0.35–0.45 and expirations 30–45 days out, adjusted for current implied volatility rank (IVR). When IVR is high, the system favors call debit spreads to limit vega risk; when IVR is low, single-leg long calls are preferred. The card includes the contract symbol, mid-price entry, stop, and target.
How often is the MGM setup updated?+
Every 72 hours we refresh MGM's Amora Edge Score and trade card. The underlying scan runs daily at 9:00 AM ET (pre-market) and 9:30 AM ET (post-open), so any new signal change is reflected within one trading session. If MGM drops below the entry threshold or the regime shifts (e.g., SPY enters a confirmed bear), the trade card is replaced with a "no setup" notice automatically.
What does the Amora Edge Score measure for MGM?+
The Amora Edge Score is a 0–100 composite of four technical sub-signals applied to MGM: (1) EMA cross — is the 20-day above the 50-day with both trending up? (2) RSI zone — is momentum in the 50–70 sweet spot, or extended/weak? (3) Relative strength vs SPY — is MGM outperforming the market over 20 sessions? (4) Volume surge — is participation above the 20-day average? Each sub-signal contributes 0–25 points. MGM currently scores 72.
How does MGM compare to other Integrated Resorts & Online Gaming setups?+
MGM's sector rank and percentile against other Integrated Resorts & Online Gaming tickers we track is shown on the /tickers index — sortable by Amora Edge Score, win rate, or sector. For direct comparison, see the "Related Integrated Resorts & Online Gaming Options Setups" panel above. When multiple tickers in the same sector are scoring 80+, the algorithm flags the cluster as a sector rotation signal and may upweight position sizing.
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