Are Las Vegas Gambling Stocks a Bad Bet?

The Las Vegas Strip has reported a couple of bad months, and investors are worried the region is in for a long-term slump. But the performance in Las Vegas needs to be put into perspective. When you pull back, the revenue trends aren't terrible, and casino stocks may be a great buy for investors.

*Stock prices used were end-of-day prices of Sept. 17, 2025. The video was published on Sept. 19, 2025.

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