Melco Resorts & Entertainment (NASDAQ:MLCO) (NASDAQ: MLCO) is a developer, owner and operator of integrated resort destinations in Asia and Europe. The company’s portfolio spans casino gaming, hotel accommodations, retail, dining and entertainment facilities. Melco’s properties feature a mix of luxury hotels, award-winning restaurants, high-limit gaming salons and entertainment venues, catering to a broad range of leisure and business travelers.
In Macau, Melco owns and operates flagship properties including City of Dreams Macau, Altira Macau and Studio City. These integrated resorts offer convention space, multi-theater performance venues and family-friendly attractions alongside gaming operations. In the Philippines, the company’s City of Dreams Manila provides over 300 hotel rooms, extensive retail and dining options, and a large casino floor, set within an urban entertainment complex. Melco has also advanced its European presence with the City of Dreams Mediterranean project in Cyprus, designed to bring a similar integrated resort concept to the Mediterranean market.
Melco was originally established in 2004 as Melco PBL Entertainment following a joint venture between Melco International Development and Publishing and Broadcasting Limited. The company went public on the NASDAQ in 2006, later rebranding to Melco Resorts & Entertainment in 2017 after acquiring full ownership from its former joint-venture partner. Under the leadership of Chairman and CEO Lawrence Ho, Melco has focused on expanding its integrated resort model, emphasizing premium non-gaming amenities and entertainment partnerships.
Leadership at Melco includes a team of industry veterans overseeing operations, development and finance across multiple jurisdictions. The company continues to pursue new integrated resort opportunities, leveraging its track record in delivering high-end hospitality and entertainment experiences. Melco’s strategic focus remains on diversifying its offerings, enhancing guest experiences and strengthening its position in key Asian and European gaming markets.
