BYDConsumer Cyclical · Resorts & CasinosThe 18 Wall Street analysts covering Boyd Gaming Corp. hold a median 12-month price target of $94 — +15.4% from the last close. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 77 of 100 as at 22 Aug 2026 — inside the top quartile. Here, the model and the Street point the same way.
Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores Boyd Gaming Corp. on its factor families — the same systematic rank behind the Ticker Nerd portfolio.
Percentile across ~4,600 US stocks on Ticker Nerd’s systematic factor model. Higher is better. How the model is built and tested
Issuance (100): The share count has been shrinking and the company is not leaning on new borrowing.
Accruals (33): A large share of reported profit has not shown up as cash, or the balance sheet is expanding quickly — both tend to unwind.
Size (22): Larger than most of the companies we track — more scrutinised, less often mispriced.
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The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on BYD, reported as data — targets and ratings, the market's view beside the model's.
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
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The green dot is the last close — the median target sits +15.4% from it.
Of the 20 most recent actions, 7 moved their price target up and 1 moved it down.
| Date | Firm | Action | Rating | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug 2026 | Macquarie | Maintains | Neutral | $92 → $94 |
| 27 July 2026 | Morgan Stanley | Maintains | Equal-Weight | $90 → $89 |
| 27 July 2026 | Morgan Stanley | Maintains | Equal-Weight | — |
| 24 July 2026 | Barclays | Maintains | Equal-Weight | — |
| 24 July 2026 | Barclays | Maintains | Equal-Weight | $86 → $87 |
| 24 July 2026 | Stifel | Maintains | Hold | $91 → $92 |
| 24 July 2026 | Stifel | Maintains | Hold | — |
| 24 July 2026 | Susquehanna | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 24 July 2026 | Susquehanna | Maintains | Neutral | $84 → $87 |
| 17 July 2026 | Mizuho | Maintains | Outperform | $96 → $101 |
| 17 July 2026 | Mizuho | Maintains | Outperform | — |
| 15 July 2026 | JP Morgan | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 15 July 2026 | JP Morgan | Maintains | Neutral | $90 → $93 |
| 14 July 2026 | Wells Fargo | Maintains | Equal-Weight | $81 → $88 |
| 14 July 2026 | Wells Fargo | Maintains | Equal-Weight | — |
| 26 June 2026 | Goldman Sachs | Initiates | Neutral | $91 |
| 26 June 2026 | Goldman Sachs | Initiates | Neutral | — |
| 22 June 2026 | Benchmark | Initiates | Buy | $100 |
| 22 June 2026 | Benchmark | Initiates | Buy | — |
| 19 May 2026 | Macquarie | Maintains | Neutral | — |
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Computed off the Friday close and sent before the US open.
Market Radar reports the week’s largest rank changes across roughly 4,600 US stocks, the factor behind each one, and where the market went. BYD appears on the weeks it earns a place.
Both lines are total return — dividends reinvested — so the comparison is honest on both sides.
Over the twelve months to 24 Aug 2026, Boyd Gaming Corp. returned −4.6% against +19.6% for the S&P 500, dividends included.
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Not the forecast itself — the direction analysts are revising it. Revision direction is one of the model's factor families.
A margin means little on its own. Each bar marks where the figure sits across the whole US universe we score.
Cheaper than 68% of US stocks
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Higher than 23% of US dividend payers
Bars mark the percentile across the ~4,600 US stocks Ticker Nerd covers, among those reporting the figure.
The headline figures, each with its date. Every row carries its own link — cite it straight from here.
Boyd Gaming Corp. has a market value of $5.9B and an enterprise value of $8.8B.
Revenue in the twelve months to 30 June 2026: $4.1B. The latest quarter grew 3.7% year on year.
Net income over the same four quarters: $1.8B, a 44.2% net margin.
Diluted earnings per share, trailing twelve months: $22.72.
Free cash flow in the twelve months to 30 June 2026: −$49.9M, after $591.0M of capital spending.
Boyd Gaming Corp. spent $656.4M on share buybacks and $57.6M on dividends in the twelve months to 30 June 2026.
Trailing P/E: 3.6×; forward P/E: 10.4× — the forward figure prices analyst consensus estimates, not reported earnings.
Forward dividend yield: 0.99%, paying out 3% of earnings.
Boyd Gaming Corp. employs 16,009 people — $256K of revenue per employee.
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Boyd Gaming announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per share, payable October 15, 2026, to shareholders of record as of September 15, 2026.
Why it matters — The declared dividend signals ongoing cash returns to shareholders, a key consideration for income-focused investors tracking Boyd Gaming.
Boyd Group Services (TSE: BYD) reported second-quarter 2026 revenue above $1 billion for the first time, a result the company attributed to expanded footprint, the integration of Joe Hudson's Collision Center, and progress on its Project 360 cost-transformation program.
Why it matters — The first-ever quarter above $1 billion in revenue marks a key milestone for the company, and the ongoing integration and cost-transformation efforts signal where its near-term growth is coming from.
Zacks notes that Boyd Gaming pairs a discounted valuation with steady regional demand and new growth projects, with Midwest & South and Managed operations providing support. Meanwhile, Las Vegas destination weakness and construction disruption remain pressure points.
Why it matters — The item highlights how Boyd's growth projects and regional operations are reducing execution risk even as Las Vegas weakness and construction disruption continue to weigh on the company, giving BYD watchers a balanced view of current drivers and pressures.
Boyd Gaming raised its 2026 outlooks for its Managed and Online businesses following second-quarter results that showed improving contributions from Sky River Casino and Boyd Interactive. The upgrades provide earnings support amid continued Las Vegas destination weakness and renovation disruption.
Why it matters — Boyd watchers would care because the raised segment outlooks add earnings support even as Las Vegas weakness persists.
Zacks Investment Research published a general overview of "sin stocks" (alcohol, tobacco, cannabis, firearms, gambling), noting that these sectors continue to attract investors due to resilient cash flows, pricing power and defensive demand, while also facing regulatory, litigation and ESG risks.
Why it matters — As a casino and gaming operator, Boyd Gaming Corp. operates within the gambling sector classified as a "sin stock," so broad market perceptions of the industry's risk-reward balance can influence investor sentiment toward the company.
The 18 Wall Street analysts covering Boyd Gaming Corp. have a median 12-month price target of $94, with estimates ranging from $87 to $111. These are third-party analyst estimates, not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Of the 18 analysts covering Boyd Gaming Corp., 6 rate it a Buy, 12 a Hold and 0 a Sell. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model ranks Boyd Gaming Corp. 77 out of 100 across roughly 4,600 US stocks as at 22 Aug 2026. None of this is personal advice — it does not consider your circumstances.
As at 22 Aug 2026, Boyd Gaming Corp. ranks 77 out of 100 on Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model — a percentile across roughly 4,600 US stocks, built from its factor families. Its strongest factor family is Issuance (100 of 100).
No one can know that. What the data says: the median 12-month target from 18 analysts implies +15.4% from the last close, and Ticker Nerd's factor model ranks Boyd Gaming Corp. 77 out of 100 as at 22 Aug 2026. Analyst targets are third-party estimates and frequently wrong; none of this is personal advice.
No analyst covering Boyd Gaming Corp. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for BYD are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business. The furthest attributed numbers are the current analyst targets: $87 to $111 over the next 12 months.
Boyd Gaming Corp. returned -4.6% over the 12 months to 24 Aug 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.
Boyd Gaming Corporation is a prominent player in the hospitality and gaming industry in the United States. The company primarily focuses on the operation and management of casinos and resorts, offering a diverse range of services including gaming, entertainment, dining, and hotel accommodations.
The most recent item we track (PRNewsWire, 13 Aug 2026): "BOYD GAMING ANNOUNCES QUARTERLY DIVIDEND". Boyd Gaming announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per share, payable October 15, 2026, to shareholders of record as of September 15, 2026.
Boyd Gaming Corporation is a prominent player in the hospitality and gaming industry in the United States. The company primarily focuses on the operation and management of casinos and resorts, offering a diverse range of services including gaming, entertainment, dining, and hotel accommodations. Boyd Gaming's properties are strategically located in key markets across the country, encompassing regions such as Nevada, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. \n\nFounded in 1975 and headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada, Boyd Gaming has established a strong presence in the entertainment and leisure sectors. The company's operations are segmented into regional properties and include a blend of hotel-casino properties and standalone casinos. Boyd Gaming is noted for its commitment to providing exceptional patron experiences and has consistently enhanced its offerings to cater to a wide range of customer preferences. \n\nAs a significant contributor to the gaming industry, Boyd Gaming Corporation holds a vital position, employing thousands and engaging with millions of patrons annually. Its expansive network and robust business model underscore its role as a key player in shaping the regional and national gaming markets.
CEO Mr. Keith E. Smith · 16,009 employees · United States · https://www.boydgaming.com
