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LNW:ASXLight & Wonder, Inc. Shs Chess Depository Interests Repr 1 Sh Analysis

Data as of 2026-03-14 - not real-time

A$118.20

Latest Price

7/10Risk

Risk Level: Medium

Executive Summary

Light & Wonder is trading around AUD 118, hugging its recent support level while technical gauges point to a short‑term oversold condition – the 14‑day RSI sits near 28 and the MACD histogram is negative, suggesting further downside pressure. However, the company posted solid top‑line growth (≈12% YoY revenue increase) and a 27% jump in EPS for FY 2025, backed by a 29% rise in EBITDA and aggressive share‑buybacks, which have helped sustain analyst sentiment at a "Buy" consensus.
Despite these positives, the stock appears markedly overvalued: the DCF‑derived fair value of roughly AUD 73 is well below the current price, and valuation multiples (PE ≈26×, PB ≈26×) are among the highest in the consumer‑cyclical space. Coupled with a 30‑day volatility near 54% and a high‑beta exposure to the gambling sector, the upside appears limited while downside risks from regulatory scrutiny and a hefty debt load remain pronounced.

Market Outlook

Short Term

< 1 year
Positive
Model confidence: 7/10

Key Factors

  • RSI below 30 indicating oversold conditions
  • Price near established support level
  • Strong analyst buy consensus despite recent pullback

Medium Term

1–3 years
Neutral
Model confidence: 6/10

Key Factors

  • Robust earnings growth and cash flow generation
  • Persistently high valuation multiples
  • Elevated sector volatility and regulatory exposure

Long Term

> 3 years
Neutral
Model confidence: 5/10

Key Factors

  • High ROE and operating margins support sustainable profitability
  • Excessive debt‑to‑equity ratio raises balance‑sheet concerns
  • Long‑term industry cyclicality and competitive pressures

Key Metrics & Analysis

Financial Health

Revenue Growth11.70%
Profit Margin8.33%
P/E Ratio25.9
ROE62.66%
ROA9.49%
Debt/Equity2126.53
P/B Ratio26.3
Op. Cash FlowA$794.0M
Free Cash FlowA$491.5M

Technical Analysis

TrendNeutral
RSI28.4
SupportA$118.20
ResistanceA$149.94
MA 20A$131.99
MA 50A$152.28
MA 200A$141.16
MACDBearish
VolumeStable
Fear & Greed Index72.88

Valuation

Fair ValueA$72.91
Target PriceA$196.54
Upside/Downside66.27%
GradeOvervalued
TypeGrowth

Risk Assessment

Beta0.93
Volatility53.89%
Sector RiskHigh
Reg. RiskMedium
Geo RiskMedium
Currency RiskLow
Liquidity RiskLow

This analysis may contain inaccuracies and is provided for informational and research purposes only. It is not personal investment advice, a recommendation, or an instruction to buy, sell, or hold any asset.