News Mixed Volatility: 1/5

Las Vegas Sands shares are about to 'catch a heater,' says Mike Khouw

August 26, 2026 · cnbc · 68% confidence
Summary

Commentator Mike Khouw predicts Las Vegas Sands shares will rally.

AI Analysis

Positive analyst commentary on LVS may lift gaming stocks, but no broad macro impact expected.

Direction
Mixed
Volatility
1/5 - Very Low
AI Confidence
68%
Affected Stocks
LVS MGM WYNN CZR PENN
Likely Winners
LVS (Las Vegas Sands) MGM (MGM Resorts) WYNN (Wynn Resorts)
Likely Losers
CZR (Caesars Entertainment) PENN (Penn Entertainment)
Suggested Action

Buy LVS call options expiring in 2-3 months

Recommended Actions
  • Buy LVS call options expiring in 2-3 months
  • Add BJK (gaming ETF) for sector exposure
  • Sell CZR put spreads as a relative-value play
  • Monitor Macau monthly gaming revenue (DICJ data)
  • Use LVS stock as a hedge within leisure portfolio
Source
cnbc

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