Vail Resorts, Inc. (NYSE:MTN) is a leading global mountain resort operator. The company owns and operates a collection of world-class ski resorts and luxury hotels. As a key player in the leisure and hospitality industry, Vail Resorts competes with other major ski resort operators like Aspen Skiing Company and Alterra Mountain Company.
On March 9, 2025, Barclays updated its rating for MTN to "Underweight," maintaining a "hold" action. At this time, MTN's stock price was $157.51. This rating suggests that Barclays expects the stock to underperform compared to the broader market. Despite this, the stock saw a modest rise of 0.2%, closing at $157.51 on Friday.
Vail Resorts is set to release its second-quarter financial results on March 10. Analysts expect earnings of $6.32 per share, up from $5.76 per share last year. The anticipated revenue is $1.14 billion, an increase from $1.08 billion. These figures indicate a positive financial performance despite a slight 0.3% decline in skier visits.
JP Morgan's Matthew Boss has maintained an Underweight rating on MTN, reducing the price target from $176 to $166 as of January 17, 2025. Meanwhile, Morgan Stanley's Megan Alexander has kept an Equal-Weight rating. These ratings reflect a cautious stance from analysts as they await the upcoming earnings report.
MTN's stock price has fluctuated between $156.25 and $159.24 during the trading day. Over the past year, the stock has reached a high of $233.57 and a low of $153.51. With a market capitalization of approximately $5.9 billion, MTN remains a significant player in the market. Today's trading volume is 558,591 shares.
