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Melco Resorts & Entertainment LTD

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Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited is a developer, owner and operator of integrated resorts with entertainment and casino gaming facilities in Asia and Europe. Based in Hong Kong, the company is listed on the NASDAQ. Originally known as Melco Crown Entertainment, Melco Resorts was founded in 2004 as a joint venture between Melco International and Crown Limited. Melco Crown became Melco Resorts & Entertainment in May 2017 and currently operates as a subsidiary of Melco International. Melco ...

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Melco Resorts Macau and our subsidiary, Studio City Entertainment Limited, or Studio City Entertainment, have entered into the Studio City Casino Agreement since Studio City does not hold a gaming license in Macau. Under such arrangements, Melco Resorts Macau pays gaming taxes and the costs incurred in connection with its on-going operations from Studio City Casino’s gross gaming revenues.
Melco Resorts Macau and our subsidiary, Studio City Entertainment Limited, or Studio City Entertainment, have entered into the Studio City Casino Agreement since Studio City Entertainment does not hold a gaming license in Macau. Under such arrangements, Melco Resorts Macau pays gaming taxes and the costs incurred in connection with its on-going operations from Studio City Casino’s gross gaming revenues.
We face intense competition in Macau, the Philippines and elsewhere in Asia and Europe and may not be able to compete successfully. The hotel, resort and gaming industries are highly competitive. The competitors of our business in Macau and the Philippines include many of the largest gaming, hospitality, leisure and resort companies in the world.
We face intense competition in Macau, the Philippines and elsewhere in Asia and Europe and may not be able to compete successfully. The hotel, resort and gaming industries are highly competitive. The competitors of our business in Macau, the Philippines and elsewhere in Asia and Europe include many of the largest gaming, hospitality, leisure and resort companies in the world.
No assurance can be provided that any provisions we have made for such matters will be sufficient. Litigation and regulatory proceedings and investigation are inherently unpredictable and our results of operations or cash flows may be adversely affected by an unfavorable resolution of any pending or future litigation, disputes and regulatory investigation.
No assurance can be provided that any provisions we have made for such matters will be sufficient. Litigation, disputes and regulatory proceedings and investigation are inherently unpredictable and our results of operations or cash flows may be adversely affected by an unfavorable resolution of any pending or future litigation, disputes and regulatory investigation.
Our activities in Macau are subject to administrative review and approval by various departments of the Macau government. For example, our business activities are subject to the administrative review and approval by the DICJ, Macau health department, Macau labor bureau, Macau construction works bureau, Macau fire department, Macau finance department and Macau Government Tourism Office.
Our activities in Macau are subject to administrative review and approval by various departments of the Macau government. For example, our business activities are subject to the administrative review and approval by the DICJ, Macau Health Bureau, Macau Labor Bureau, Macau Construction Works Bureau, Macau Fire Department, Macau Finance Department and Macau Government Tourism Office.
CREATE reduced the minimum corporate income tax from 2% to 1% for the period from July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2023 and the corporate income tax rate from 30% to 25% starting July 1, 2020.
CREATE reduced the minimum corporate income tax rate from 2% to 1% for the period from July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2023 and the corporate income tax rate from 30% to 25% starting July 1, 2020.
On May 14, 2020, we announced the suspension of the Company’s quarterly dividend program to preserve liquidity in light of the COVID-19 outbreaks and to continue investing in our business. We cannot assure you that we will resume the Company’s quarterly dividend program or make any dividend payments on our shares in the future.
On May 14, 2020, we announced the suspension of the Company’s quarterly dividend program to preserve liquidity in light of COVID-19 outbreaks and to continue investing in our business. We cannot assure you that we will resume the Company’s quarterly dividend program or make any dividend payments on our shares in the future.
In August 2022 and October 2022, we entered into amendment agreements to the Lease Agreement with Belle Corporation, under which the parties revised the rent payable (i) for the year ended December 31, 2022; and (ii) for the year ended December 31, 2022 through the year ending December 31, 2033, respectively, subject to adjustments based on the annual headline inflation and bonus rent pursuant to the terms thereof.
In August 2022 and October 2022, we entered into amendment agreements to the Lease Agreement with Belle Corporation, under which the parties revised the rent payable (i) for the year ended December 31, 2022; and (ii) for the year ended December 31, 2022 through the year ending December 31, 2033, respectively, subject to adjustments based on the annual headline inflation and bonus rent pursuant to the terms thereof.
With these diverse entertainment venues and attractions, we believe City of Dreams Manila will be able to leverage on the experiences of City of Dreams in Macau, which has developed world-class attractions such as The House of Dancing Water.
With these diverse entertainment venues and attractions, we believe City of Dreams Manila will be able to leverage on the experiences of City of Dreams in Macau, which has developed world-class attractions such as House of Dancing Water.
On July 31, 2019, we entered into a shareholders’ agreement with The Cyprus Phassouri (Zakaki) Limited regarding certain commercial and financial arrangements pursuant to which we will, as more fully set out in additional management and service contracts, (i) provide certain corporate-level management services to ICR Cyprus and its subsidiaries for a fixed amount of EUR2 million (equivalent to approximately US$2.2 million) per annum and (ii) have the right to receive an allotment of preference shares in the gaming license-holding subsidiary of ICR Cyprus which will provide the right to a preferential dividend, among other terms.
On July 31, 2019, we entered into a shareholders’ agreement with The Cyprus Phassouri (Zakaki) Limited regarding certain commercial and financial arrangements pursuant to which we will, as more fully set out in additional management and service contracts, (i) provide certain corporate-level management services to ICR Cyprus and its subsidiaries for a fixed amount of EUR2 million (equivalent to approximately US$2.1 million) per annum and (ii) have the right to receive an allotment of preference shares in the gaming license-holding subsidiary of ICR Cyprus which will provide the right to a preferential dividend, among other terms.
We have entered into a shareholders’ agreement with The Cyprus Phassouri (Zakaki) Limited regarding certain commercial and financial arrangements pursuant to which we, as more fully set out in additional management and service contracts, (i) provide certain corporate-level management services to ICR Cyprus and its subsidiaries for a fixed amount of EUR2 million (equivalent to approximately US$2.2 million) per annum and (ii) have the right to receive an allotment of preference shares in the gaming license-holding subsidiary of ICR Cyprus, which will provide the right to a preferential dividend, among other terms.
We have entered into a shareholders’ agreement with The Cyprus Phassouri (Zakaki) Limited regarding certain commercial and financial arrangements pursuant to which we, as more fully set out in additional management and service contracts, (i) provide certain corporate-level management services to ICR Cyprus and its subsidiaries for a fixed amount of EUR2 million (equivalent to approximately US$2.1 million) per annum and (ii) have the right to receive an allotment of preference shares in the gaming license-holding subsidiary of ICR Cyprus, which will provide the right to a preferential dividend, among other terms.
In the event that we do not timely meet the legal and administrative requirements to enable the renewal of the land concession, we could lose all or substantially all of our investment in City of Dreams and Studio City, including our interest in the land and building and may not be able to continue to operate City of Dreams and Studio City as planned, which will materially and adversely affect our business and prospects, results of operations and financial condition.
In the event that we do not timely meet the legal and administrative requirements to enable the renewal of the land concession, we could lose all or substantially all of our investment in City of Dreams, including our interest in the land and building and may not be able to continue to operate City of Dreams as planned, which will materially and adversely affect our business and prospects, results of operations and financial condition.
These regulatory agencies may impose fines and penalties on us, limit our operations, limit our ability to pay dividends outside of China, limit our ability to list on stock exchanges outside of China or offer our securities to foreign investors or take other actions that could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations and prospects, as well as the trading price of our securities.
These regulatory agencies may impose fines and penalties on us, limit our operations, limit our ability to pay dividends outside of mainland China, limit our ability to list on stock exchanges outside of mainland China or offer our securities to foreign investors or take other actions that could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations and prospects, as well as the trading price of our securities.
These regulatory agencies may impose fines and penalties on us, limit our operations, limit our ability to list on stock exchanges outside of China or offer our securities to foreign investors or take other actions that could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations and prospects, as well as the trading price of our securities.
These regulatory agencies may impose fines and penalties on us, limit our operations, limit our ability to list on stock exchanges outside of mainland China or offer our securities to foreign investors or take other actions that could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations and prospects, as well as the trading price of our securities.
The Philippine gaming industry is also highly regulated, including the amendment to the existing Philippines Anti-Money Laundering Act, as amended (“Philippine AMLA”), whereby casinos are included as covered persons subject to reporting and other requirements under the Philippine AMLA. The Anti-Money Laundering Council and PAGCOR have also recently released regulations and guidelines on compliance.
The Philippine gaming industry is also highly regulated, including the amendment to the existing Philippines Anti-Money Laundering Act, as amended (“Philippine AMLA”), whereby casinos are included as covered persons subject to reporting and other requirements under the Philippine AMLA. The Anti-Money Laundering Council and PAGCOR have also released regulations and guidelines on compliance.
Current and future restrictions on gaming tables and gaming machines may have a material impact on our gaming revenues and overall business and operations. Melco Resorts Macau benefits from an exemption of Complementary tax on income from gaming operations under the Concession until December 31, 2027 and we may not be able to extend it.
Current and future restrictions on gaming tables and gaming machines may have a material impact on our gaming revenues and overall business and operations. Melco Resorts Macau benefits from an exemption from complementary tax on income from gaming operations under the Concession until December 31, 2027 and we may not be able to extend it.
Casinos and integrated gaming resorts are becoming increasingly popular in Asia, giving rise to more opportunities for industry participants and increasing regional competition. We cannot guarantee you that Melco International will make strategic and other decisions which do not adversely affect our business.
Casinos and integrated gaming resorts are becoming increasingly popular in Asia and Europe, giving rise to more opportunities for industry participants and increasing regional competition. We cannot guarantee you that Melco International will make strategic and other decisions which do not adversely affect our business.
For example, it could: • make it difficult for us to satisfy our debt obligations; • increase our vulnerability to general adverse economic and industry conditions, including disruptions to global economic conditions; 66 Table of Contents • impair our ability to obtain additional financing in the future for working capital needs, capital expenditures, acquisitions or general corporate purposes; • require us to dedicate a significant portion of our cash flow from operations to the payment of principal and interest on our debt, which would reduce the funds available to us for our operations or expansion of our existing operations; • limit our flexibility in planning for, or reacting to, changes in our business and the industry in which we operate; • place us at a competitive disadvantage as compared to our competitors, to the extent that they are not as leveraged; • subject us to higher interest expenses in the event of increases in interest rates to the extent a portion of our indebtedness bears interest at variable rates; • cause us to incur additional expenses by hedging interest rate exposures of our indebtedness and exposure to hedging counterparty failures to pay under such hedging arrangements, which would reduce the funds available to us to fund our operations; and • in the event we or one of our subsidiaries were to default, result in the loss of all or a substantial portion of our and/or our subsidiaries’ assets over which our creditors have taken or will take security.
For example, it could: • make it difficult for us to satisfy our debt obligations; • increase our vulnerability to general adverse economic and industry conditions, including disruptions to global economic conditions; • impair our ability to obtain additional financing in the future for working capital needs, capital expenditures, acquisitions or general corporate purposes; • require us to dedicate a significant portion of our cash flow from operations to the payment of principal and interest on our debt, which would reduce the funds available to us for our operations or expansion of our existing operations; • limit our flexibility in planning for, or reacting to, changes in our business and the industry in which we operate; • place us at a competitive disadvantage as compared to our competitors, to the extent that they are not as leveraged; • subject us to higher interest expenses in the event of increases in interest rates to the extent a portion of our indebtedness bears interest at variable rates; • cause us to incur additional expenses by hedging interest rate exposures of our indebtedness and exposure to hedging counterparty failures to pay under such hedging arrangements, which would reduce the funds available to us to fund our operations; and • in the event we or one of our subsidiaries were to default, result in the loss of all or a substantial portion of our and/or our subsidiaries’ assets over which our creditors have taken or will take security.
Historically, VIP rolling chip patrons introduced to us by gaming promoters were responsible for a significant portion of our gaming revenues in Macau. However, significantly increased regulatory scrutiny of gaming promoters in Macau has resulted, and may continue to result, in restrictions on their activities and the cessation of business of many gaming promoters.
Historically, VIP rolling chip patrons introduced to us by gaming promoters were responsible for a significant portion of our gaming revenues in Macau. However, significantly increased regulatory scrutiny of gaming promoters in Macau has resulted, and may continue to result, in restrictions on their activities and the cessation of business of gaming promoters.
We also have subsidiaries, branch offices and assets in various countries and regions, including Singapore and Taiwan , which are subject to foreign exchange fluctuations and local regulations that may impose, among others, limitations, restrictions or approval requirements on conversions and/or repatriation of foreign currencies.
We also have subsidiaries, branch offices and assets in various countries and regions, including Singapore, Thailand and Taiwan, which are subject to foreign exchange fluctuations and local regulations that may impose, among others, limitations, restrictions or approval requirements on conversions and/or repatriation of foreign currencies.
In addition, the Macau government has granted to one of our subsidiaries in Macau the Macau Complementary tax exemption until 2021 on profits generated from income received from Melco Resorts Macau, to the extent that such income is derived from Studio City gaming operations and has been subject to gaming tax.
The Macau government granted to one of our subsidiaries in Macau the Macau complementary tax exemption until 2021 on profits generated from income received from Melco Resorts Macau, to the extent that such income is derived from Studio City gaming operations and has been subject to gaming tax.
The gross construction area of the Studio City site is approximately 657,879.39 square meters (equivalent to approximately 7.1 million square feet) of which approximately 28,784.3 square meters or 4.38% comprises the gaming and gaming support area and is owned by the Macau SAR.
The gross construction area of the Studio City site is approximately 657,879.4 square meters (equivalent to approximately 7.1 million square feet) of which approximately 28,784.3 square meters or 4.38% comprises the gaming and gaming support area and is owned by the Macau SAR.
There is no assurance that the actual construction costs related to our projects will not exceed the costs we have projected and budgeted, which could materially and adversely affect our business, cash flow, financial condition, results of operations and prospects.
There is no assurance that the actual costs related to our projects will not exceed the costs we have projected and budgeted, which could materially and adversely affect our business, cash flow, financial condition, results of operations and prospects.
In August 2022, we repurchased 9,995,799 ordinary shares and 25,000,000 ADSs, collectively representing approximately 5.5% of our Company’s outstanding shares at that time, from Melco Leisure. In March 2023, we repurchased 40,373,076 ordinary shares, representing approximately 3% of our Company’s outstanding shares at that time, from Melco Leisure.
In August 2022, we repurchased 9,995,799 ordinary shares and 25,000,000 ADSs, collectively representing approximately 5.8% of our Company’s outstanding shares at that time, from Melco Leisure. In March 2023, we repurchased 40,373,076 ordinary shares, representing approximately 3% of our Company’s outstanding shares at that time, from Melco Leisure.
Certain of these agreements have restrictions that include, among other things, limitations on our ability and the ability of our restricted subsidiaries or other members of our obligor group to do some or all of the following: • pay dividends or distributions or repurchase equity; • make loans, payments on certain indebtedness, distributions and other restricted payments or apply revenues earned in one part of our operations to fund development costs or cover operating losses in another part of our operations; • incur additional debt, including guarantees; • make certain investments; • create liens on assets to secure debt; • enter into transactions with affiliates; • issue shares of subsidiaries; • enter into sale-leaseback transactions; • engage in other businesses; • merge or consolidate with another company; • undergo a change of control; • transfer, sell or otherwise dispose of assets; • issue disqualified stock; • create dividend and other payment restrictions affecting subsidiaries; • designate restricted and unrestricted subsidiaries; and • vary Melco Resorts Macau’s Concession Contract or Melco Resorts Macau’s and certain of its subsidiaries’ land concessions and certain other contracts.
Certain of these agreements have restrictions that include, among other things, limitations on our ability and the ability of our restricted subsidiaries or other members of our obligor group to do some or all of the following: • pay dividends or distributions or repurchase equity; • make loans, payments on certain indebtedness, distributions and other restricted payments or apply revenues earned in one part of our operations to fund development costs or cover operating losses in another part of our operations; 71 Table of Contents • incur additional debt, including guarantees; • make certain investments; • create liens on assets to secure debt; • enter into transactions with affiliates; • issue shares of subsidiaries; • enter into sale-leaseback transactions; • engage in other businesses; • merge or consolidate with another company; • undergo a change of control; • transfer, sell or otherwise dispose of assets; • issue disqualified stock; • create dividend and other payment restrictions affecting subsidiaries; • designate restricted and unrestricted subsidiaries; and • vary Melco Resorts Macau’s Concession Contract or Melco Resorts Macau’s and certain of its subsidiaries’ land concessions and certain other contracts.
After giving effect to the exercise of the over-allotment option, the total number of SC ADSs sold in the Studio City IPO was 33,062,500 SC ADSs, which raised net proceeds of approximately US$406.7 million from the SC ADSs sold in the Studio City IPO and aggregate gross proceeds of approximately US$2.5 million from the concurrent private placement to Melco 78 Table of Contents International in connection with Melco International’s “assured entitlement” distribution to its shareholders, after deducting underwriting discounts and commissions and a structuring fee, but before deducting offering expenses payable by SCI.
After giving effect to the exercise of the over-allotment option, the total number of SC ADSs sold in the Studio City IPO was 33,062,500 SC ADSs, which raised net proceeds of approximately US$406.7 million from the SC ADSs sold in the Studio City IPO and aggregate gross proceeds of approximately US$2.5 million from the concurrent private placement to Melco 81 Table of Contents International in connection with Melco International’s “assured entitlement” distribution to its shareholders, after deducting underwriting discounts and commissions and a structuring fee, but before deducting offering expenses payable by SCI.
These issues have been escalated due to the discovery and exploration of natural gas in Cyprus’ economic zones as well as in the economic zones around Cyprus. Turkey has unilaterally created its own economic zones overlapping the Cyprus ones and has initiated exploratory drilling in the area.
These issues have escalated due to the discovery and exploration of natural gas in Cyprus’ economic zones as well as in the economic zones around Cyprus. Turkey has unilaterally created its own economic zones overlapping the Cyprus ones and has initiated exploratory drilling in the area.
This may affect our ability to renew our licenses and permits or we may not be able to obtain any additional licenses or permits required to conduct our business as our business and operations expand in a timely manner or at all, which could adversely affect our business in Cyprus.
This may affect our ability to renew our licenses and permits or we may not be able to obtain any additional licenses or permits required to conduct our business as our business and operations expand in a timely manner or at all, which could adversely affect our business.
We seek to attract patrons throughout Asia, Europe and, in particular, from Greater China. In the Philippines, Melco Resorts Leisure, a subsidiary of MRP, currently operates and manages City of Dreams Manila, an integrated resort in the Entertainment City complex in Manila.
We seek to attract patrons throughout Asia, Europe and, in particular, from China. In the Philippines, Melco Resorts Leisure, a subsidiary of MRP, currently operates and manages City of Dreams Manila, an integrated resort in the Entertainment City complex in Manila.
In addition, in markets where we use gaming promoters, such gaming promoters may encounter difficulties in attracting patrons to come to our casinos. For example, gaming promoters may experience decreased liquidity, limiting their ability to grant credit to their patrons, resulting in decreased gaming volume in the affected casinos.
In addition, in markets where we use gaming promoters, such gaming promoters may encounter difficulties in attracting patrons to come to our casinos. For example, gaming promoters may experience decreased liquidity, limiting their ability to grant credit to their patrons where permitted, resulting in decreased gaming volume in the affected casinos.
There is no guarantee that we can secure the necessary additional capital investments, including any debt financing, required for the ongoing operation of City of Dreams Mediterranean in a timely manner or at all.
There is no guarantee that we can secure the necessary additional capital investments, including any additional or replacement debt financing, required for the ongoing operation of City of Dreams Mediterranean in a timely manner or at all.
Risks Relating to Operating in the Gaming Industry in Cyprus • Risks relating to our short operating history in Cyprus. • Risks relating to the continued partnership and cooperation of The Cyprus Phassouri (Zakaki) Limited for the operation of City of Dreams Mediterranean and the Cyprus Casinos. • Risks relating to the regulatory requirements for and restrictions on our operations in Cyprus.
Risks Relating to Operating in the Gaming Industry in Cyprus • Risks relating to our short operating history in Cyprus. • Risks relating to the continued cooperation of The Cyprus Phassouri (Zakaki) Limited for the operation of City of Dreams Mediterranean and the Cyprus Casinos. • Risks relating to the regulatory requirements for and restrictions on our operations in Cyprus.
Termination events include, among others, endangerment to the national security of the PRC or Macau; the operation of gaming without permission or operation of a business which does not fall within the business scope of the concession; abandonment of approved business or suspension of operations of its gaming business in Macau without reasonable grounds; transfer of all or part of Melco Resorts Macau’s operation in Macau in violation of the relevant laws and administrative regulations governing the operation of games of fortune or chance and other casino games in Macau and without Macau government approval; failure to pay taxes, premiums, levies or other amounts payable to the Macau government; systematic non-compliance with the Macau Gaming Operations Law’s basic obligations; for reasons of public interest; and for failure to meet probity standards or failure to meet the investment amount and other criteria set in the Concession Contract within the period set by the Macau government.
Termination events include, among others, endangerment to the national security of mainland China or Macau; the operation of gaming without permission or operation of a business which does not fall within the business scope of the concession; abandonment of approved business or suspension of operations of its gaming business in Macau without reasonable grounds; transfer of all or part of Melco Resorts Macau’s operation in Macau in violation of the relevant laws and administrative regulations governing the operation of games of fortune or chance and other casino games in Macau and without Macau government approval; failure to pay taxes, premiums, levies or other amounts payable to the Macau government; systematic non-compliance with the Macau Gaming Operations Law’s basic obligations; for reasons of public interest; and for failure to meet probity standards or failure to meet the investment amount and other criteria set in the Concession Contract within the period set by the Macau government.
In addition, the number of patrons visiting our properties may be affected by the Chinese government’s focus on deterring marketing of gaming to Chinese citizens and its initiatives to tighten monetary transfer regulations, increase monitoring of various transactions, including bank or credit card transactions, and reduce the amount that China-issued ATM cardholders can withdraw in each withdrawal and impose a limit on the annual aggregate amount that may be withdrawn.
In addition, the number of patrons visiting our properties may be affected by the mainland China government’s focus on deterring marketing of gaming to mainland China citizens and its initiatives to tighten monetary transfer regulations, increase monitoring of various transactions, including bank or credit card transactions, and reduce the amount that mainland China-issued ATM cardholders can withdraw in each withdrawal and impose a limit on the annual aggregate amount that may be withdrawn.
There are risks and uncertainties which we cannot foresee for the time being, and rules and regulations in China can change quickly with little or no advance notice.
There are risks and uncertainties which we cannot foresee for the time being, and rules and regulations in mainland China can change quickly with little or no advance notice.
There is no guarantee that the requirements for such permits and licenses will remain the same, or that the relevant Cyprus governmental or regulatory bodies will not impose additional and more onerous requirements.
There is no guarantee that the requirements for such permits and licenses will remain the same, or that the relevant governmental or regulatory bodies will not impose additional and more onerous requirements.
Total land premium required for the land is in the amount of approximately MOP1,286.6 million (equivalent to approximately US$160 million), which was paid in full in January 2016.
Total land premium required for the land is in the amount of approximately MOP1,286.6 million (equivalent to approximately US$160.9 million), which was paid in full in January 2016.
Additionally, the Chinese government has in the past made statements indicating an intent to exert more oversight and control over offerings that are conducted overseas and/or foreign investment in China-based issuers and any such action could significantly limit or completely hinder our ability to offer or continue to offer securities to investors and cause the value of our securities to significantly decline or be worthless.
Additionally, the mainland China government has in the past made statements indicating an intent to exert more oversight and control over offerings that are conducted overseas and/or foreign investment in China-based issuers and any such action could significantly limit or completely hinder our ability to offer or continue to offer securities to investors and cause the value of our securities to significantly decline or be worthless.
Furthermore, in connection with our issuance of securities to foreign investors, under current PRC laws, regulations and regulatory rules, as of the date of this annual report, we do not believe we are currently required to obtain permissions from or complete any filing with the China Securities Regulatory Commission, or the CSRC, or required to go through cybersecurity review by the Cyberspace Administration of China, or the CAC.
Furthermore, in connection with our issuance of securities to foreign investors, under current mainland China laws, regulations and regulatory rules, as of the date of this annual report, we do not believe we are currently required to obtain permissions from or complete any filing with the China Securities Regulatory Commission, or the CSRC, or required to go through cybersecurity review by the Cyberspace Administration of China, or the CAC.
Additionally, the Chinese government has in the past made statements indicating an intent to exert more oversight and control over offerings that are conducted overseas and/or foreign investment in China-based issuers and any such action could significantly limit or completely hinder our ability to offer or continue to offer securities to investors and cause the value of our securities to significantly decline or be worthless.
Additionally, the mainland China government has in the past made statements indicating an intent to exert more oversight and control over offerings that are conducted overseas and/or foreign investment in mainland China-based issuers and any such action could significantly limit or completely hinder our ability to offer or continue to offer securities to investors and cause the value of our securities to significantly decline or be worthless.
Although we have not collected, stored or managed any personal information in the PRC, given that there remain uncertainties regarding the further interpretation and implementation of those laws and regulations, if they are deemed to be applicable to companies operating in Macau, like us, we cannot assure you that we will be compliant with such new regulations in all respects, and we may be ordered to rectify and terminate any actions that are deemed illegal by the government authorities and become subject to fines and other government sanctions, which may materially and adversely affect our business, financial condition, and results of operations.
Although we have not collected, stored or managed any personal information in mainland China, given that there remain uncertainties regarding the further interpretation and implementation of those laws and regulations, if they are deemed to be applicable to companies operating in Macau, like us, we cannot assure you that we will be compliant with such new regulations in all respects, and we may be ordered to rectify and terminate any actions that are deemed illegal by the government authorities and become subject to fines and other government sanctions, which may materially and adversely affect our business, financial condition, and results of operations.
It features a fourteen-story luxury hotel with 500 guest rooms and suites, over 8,000 square meters of MICE space, an outdoor amphitheater, a family adventure park, and a variety of premium dining outlets and luxury retail. The total gross floor area of City of Dreams Mediterranean is approximately 86,000 square meters (equivalent to approximately 925,700 square feet).
It features a fourteen-story luxury hotel with 500 guest rooms and suites, over 8,000 square meters of MICE space, an outdoor amphitheater, a family adventure park, tennis academy and a variety of premium dining outlets and luxury retail. The total gross floor area of City of Dreams Mediterranean is approximately 86,000 square meters (equivalent to approximately 925,700 square feet).
In addition to the Mocha Clubs, we also operate the Grand Dragon Casino, which focuses on mass market table games. Grand Dragon Casino premises, including the fit-out and gaming-related equipment, are located on the ground floor and level one within Grand Dragon Hotel in Macau and occupy a floor area of approximately 10,700 square feet as of December 31, 2023.
In addition to the Mocha Clubs, we also operate the Grand Dragon Casino, which focuses on mass market table games. Grand Dragon Casino premises, including the fit-out and gaming-related equipment, are located on the ground floor and level one within Grand Dragon Hotel in Macau and occupy a floor area of approximately 10,700 square feet as of December 31, 2024.
Mocha Clubs Mocha Clubs operate at premises with a total floor area of approximately 68,800 square feet at the following locations in Macau as of December 31, 2023: Mocha Club Opening Month Location Total Floor Area (In square feet) Royal September 2003 G/F and 1/F of Hotel Royal 13,600 Grand Dragon January 2005 G/F, 1/F and 2/F of Grand Dragon Hotel 12,700 Sintra November 2005 G/F and 1/F of Hotel Sintra 7,800 Golden Dragon January 2012 G/F, 1/F and 2/F of Hotel Golden Dragon 15,700 Inner Harbor December 2013 Rua Nova do Comércio, n.os 2-12, Macau 7,300 Kuong Fat June 2014 Rua de Pequim, n.º 174, Centro Comercial Kuong Fat Cave A-H, Macau 11,700 Total 68,800 Premises are being operated under leases, subleases or right to use agreements that expire at various dates through December 2026, which are renewable upon reaching agreements with the owners.
Mocha Clubs Mocha Clubs operate at premises with a total floor area of approximately 68,800 square feet at the following locations in Macau as of December 31, 2024: Mocha Club Opening Month Location Total Floor Area (In square feet) Royal September 2003 G/F and 1/F of Hotel Royal 13,600 Grand Dragon January 2005 G/F, 1/F and 2/F of Grand Dragon Hotel 12,700 Sintra November 2005 G/F and 1/F of Hotel Sintra 7,800 Golden Dragon January 2012 G/F, 1/F and 2/F of Hotel Golden Dragon 15,700 Inner Harbor December 2013 Rua Nova do Comércio, n.os 2-12, Macau 7,300 Kuong Fat June 2014 Rua de Pequim, n.º 174, Centro Comercial Kuong Fat Cave A-H, Macau 11,700 Total 68,800 Premises are being operated under leases, subleases or right to use agreements that expire at various dates through December 2032, which are renewable upon reaching agreements with the owners.
The requirements imposed by the Philippine License include, among others: • payment of monthly license fees to PAGCOR; • maintenance of a debt-to-equity ratio (based on calculation as agreed with PAGCOR) for each of the Philippine Licensees of no greater than 70:30; 58 Table of Contents • at least 95.0% of the total employees of City of Dreams Manila must be Philippine citizens; • the Philippine Licensees shall demonstrate the fitness and propriety of gaming promoters; • 2.0% of certain casino revenues must be remitted to a foundation devoted to the restoration of cultural heritage and 5.0% of certain non-gaming revenues to PAGCOR; and • operation of only the authorized casino games approved by PAGCOR.
The requirements imposed by the Philippine License include, among others: • payment of monthly license fees to PAGCOR; • maintenance of a debt-to-equity ratio (based on calculation as agreed with PAGCOR) for each of the Philippine Licensees of no greater than 70:30; • at least 95.0% of the total employees of City of Dreams Manila must be Philippine citizens; • the Philippine Licensees shall demonstrate the fitness and propriety of gaming promoters; • 2.0% of certain casino revenues must be remitted to a foundation devoted to the restoration of cultural heritage and 5.0% of certain non-gaming revenues to PAGCOR; and • operation of only the authorized casino games approved by PAGCOR.
Although the NAIA Expressway and the newly constructed Skyway Stage-3 Expressway helped alleviate the traffic congestion within the area surrounding Entertainment City and the Philippine government continues to examine viable alternatives to ease traffic congestion in Manila, there is no guarantee that these measures will succeed, or that they will sufficiently eliminate the traffic problems or other deficiencies in Manila’s transportation infrastructure.
Although the NAIA Expressway and Skyway Stage-3 Expressway helped alleviate the traffic congestion within the area surrounding Entertainment City and the Philippine government continues to examine viable alternatives to ease traffic congestion in Manila, there is no guarantee that these measures will succeed, or that they will sufficiently eliminate the traffic problems or other deficiencies in Manila’s transportation infrastructure.
These short attacks have, in the past, led to selling of shares in the market. Public companies that have substantially all of their operations in Greater China have been the subject of short selling.
These short attacks have, in the past, led to selling of shares in the market. Public companies that have substantially all of their operations in China have been the subject of short selling.
Principal changes under the amended Macau Gaming Operations Law include, among others, the following: • the number of gaming concessions that may be awarded by the Macau government is up to six; • the term of the concessions may be up to ten years, subject to extension(s) of up to three years in total; • the registered share capital of each concessionaire shall be at least MOP5 billion (equivalent to approximately US$621.4 million); • the managing director of each concessionaire must be a Macau permanent resident and hold at least 15% of the concessionaire’s registered share capital; • significant transactions should be notified by concessionaires to the Macau government in advance; • an administrative sanctions regime is established; • national security is one of the main objectives of the Macau gaming legal framework and a concession may be terminated without compensation in case it is considered a threat to national security; • a per gaming table and per gaming machine special premium is due should gross gaming revenue fall below the gross gaming revenue threshold set by the Macau government; 94 Table of Contents • the Macau government sets the maximum number of gaming tables and gaming machines allocated to each concessionaire and the allocation of such gaming tables and gaming machines to a specific casino is subject to the approval of the Macau government; • the Macau government may reduce the number of gaming tables or gaming machines in certain circumstances; • the amount of gaming chips of each concessionaire in circulation is subject to Macau government approval; and • the concessionaires are jointly and severally liable for administrative fines and civil liability arising from the exercise in their casinos of the authorized gaming promotion activity by gaming promoters, their directors and key employees, as well as their collaborators.
Principal changes under the amended Macau Gaming Operations Law include, among others, the following: • the number of gaming concessions that may be awarded by the Macau government is up to six; • the term of the concessions may be up to ten years, subject to extension(s) of up to three years in total; • the registered share capital of each concessionaire shall be at least MOP5 billion (equivalent to approximately US$625.3 million); • the managing director of each concessionaire must be a Macau permanent resident and hold at least 15% of the concessionaire’s registered share capital; • significant transactions should be notified by concessionaires to the Macau government in advance; • an administrative sanctions regime is established; • national security is one of the main objectives of the Macau gaming legal framework and a concession may be terminated without compensation in case it is considered a threat to national security; • a per gaming table and per gaming machine special premium is due should gross gaming revenue fall below the gross gaming revenue threshold set by the Macau government; • the Macau government sets the maximum number of gaming tables and gaming machines allocated to each concessionaire and the allocation of such gaming tables and gaming machines to a specific casino is subject to the approval of the Macau government; 98 Table of Contents • the Macau government may reduce the number of gaming tables or gaming machines in certain circumstances; • the amount of gaming chips of each concessionaire in circulation is subject to Macau government approval; and • the concessionaires are jointly and severally liable for administrative fines and civil liability arising from the exercise in their casinos of the authorized gaming promotion activity by gaming promoters, their directors and key employees, as well as their collaborators.
According to the DICJ, there were a total of 12,000 slot machines in the Macau market as of December 31, 2023. Mocha Clubs focus on general mass market patrons, including day trip customers, outside the conventional casino setting. We operate Mocha Clubs at leased or sub-leased premises or under right-to-use agreements.
According to the DICJ, there were a total of 12,000 slot machines in the Macau market as of December 31, 2024. Mocha Clubs focus on general mass market patrons, including day trip customers, outside the conventional casino setting. We operate Mocha Clubs at leased or sub-leased premises or under right-to-use agreements.
Tensions between the United States and China have continued to escalate in connection with ongoing trade disputes as well as other political factors.
Tensions between the United States and mainland China have continued to escalate in connection with ongoing trade disputes as well as other political factors.
To the extent there is a shortfall in the amount of third-party debt available (or available on commercially-acceptable terms), we are obligated to fund the shortfall up to the full amount of EUR437 million (equivalent to approximately US$484 million) on terms which are, subject to certain terms and conditions, no less favorable to the project than any commercially-acceptable terms available in the commercial lending market.
To the extent there is a shortfall in the amount of third-party debt available (or available on commercially-acceptable terms), we are obligated to fund the shortfall up to the full amount of EUR437 million (equivalent to approximately US$455 million) on terms which are, subject to certain terms and conditions, no less favorable to the project than any commercially-acceptable terms available in the commercial lending market.
City of Dreams Mediterranean features a five-star hotel tower with 500 luxury hotel rooms, MICE facilities, an outdoor amphitheater, a family adventure park, spa, fitness center and a variety of fine-dining restaurants and luxury retail. Entertainment attractions, family amenities and non-gaming recreational activities attract both local and international visitors alike.
City of Dreams Mediterranean features a five-star hotel tower with 500 luxury hotel rooms, MICE facilities, an outdoor amphitheater, a family adventure park, tennis academy, spa, fitness center and a variety of fine-dining restaurants and luxury retail. Entertainment attractions, family amenities and non-gaming recreational activities attract both local and international visitors alike.
If we are unable to establish, maintain and increase the number of successful relationships with gaming promoters in Macau, the Philippines or Cyprus, the financial resources of our gaming promoters are insufficient to allow them to continue doing business or we are unable to find alternative means to attract VIP rolling chip patrons in markets such as Macau where gaming promoters have become subject to restrictions on doing business due to legal and regulatory requirements, our results of operations could be materially and adversely impacted” and “— Our business in Macau, the Philippines and Cyprus is subject to certain regional and global political, social and economic risks, as well as natural disasters, that may significantly affect visitations to our properties and have a material adverse effect on our results of operations.” We derive a significant majority of our revenues from our Macau gaming business and any disruptions or downturns in the Macau gaming market may have a material impact on our business.
If we are unable to establish or maintain the number of successful relationships with gaming promoters, the financial resources of our gaming promoters are insufficient to allow them to continue doing business or we are unable to find alternative means to attract VIP rolling chip patrons in markets such as Macau where gaming promoters have become subject to restrictions on doing business due to legal and regulatory requirements, our results of operations could be materially and adversely impacted” and “— Our business is subject to regional and global political, social and economic risks, as well as natural disasters, that may significantly affect visitations to our properties and have a material adverse effect on our results of operations.” We derive a significant majority of our revenues from our Macau gaming business and any disruptions or downturns in the Macau gaming market may have a material impact on our business.
These changes, when enacted, by various countries in which we do business may increase our taxes in these countries. The foregoing tax changes and other possible future tax changes may have an adverse impact on us, our business, financial condition, results of operations and cash flow. 77 Table of Contents ITEM 4. INFORMATION ON THE COMPANY A.
These changes, when enacted, by various countries in which we do business may increase our taxes in these countries in the future. The foregoing tax changes and other possible future tax changes may have an adverse impact on us, our business, financial condition, results of operations and cash flow. 80 Table of Contents ITEM 4. INFORMATION ON THE COMPANY A.
See “— An outbreak of widespread health epidemics or pandemics, contagious disease or other outbreaks may have an adverse effect on the economies of affected countries or regions and may have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations.” The gaming industries in Macau, the Philippines and Cyprus are highly regulated.
See “— An outbreak of widespread health epidemics or pandemics, contagious disease or other outbreaks may have an adverse effect on the economies of affected countries or regions and may have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations.” The gaming industries in Macau, the Philippines, Cyprus and Sri Lanka are highly regulated.
The success of our business depends on our ability to attract and retain an adequate number of qualified personnel. A limited labor supply, increased competition and any increase in demands from our employees could cause labor costs to increase. The pool of experienced gaming and other skilled and unskilled personnel in Macau, the Philippines and Cyprus is limited.
The success of our business depends on our ability to attract and retain an adequate number of qualified personnel. A limited labor supply, increased competition and any increase in demands from our employees could cause labor costs to increase. The pool of experienced gaming and other skilled and unskilled personnel in Macau, the Philippines, Cyprus and Sri Lanka is limited.
Under the shareholders’ agreement entered into between us and The Cyprus Phassouri (Zakaki) Limited regarding ICR Cyprus, the shareholders are obligated to use all commercially reasonable endeavors, subject to certain terms and conditions, to source debt financing of up to EUR437 million (equivalent to approximately US$484 million) for the development of City of Dreams Mediterranean.
Under the shareholders’ agreement entered into between us and The Cyprus Phassouri (Zakaki) Limited regarding ICR Cyprus, the shareholders are obligated to use all commercially reasonable endeavors, subject to certain terms and conditions, to source debt financing of up to EUR437 million (equivalent to approximately US$455 million) for the development of City of Dreams Mediterranean.
Melco International may take action to construct and operate new gaming projects located in other countries in the Asian region, Europe or elsewhere, which, along with its current operations, may compete with our projects in Macau, the Philippines and Cyprus and could have adverse consequences to us and the interests of our minority shareholders.
Melco International may take action to construct and operate new gaming projects located in other countries in the Asian region, Europe or elsewhere, which, along with its current operations, may compete with our projects in Macau, the Philippines, Cyprus and Sri Lanka and could have adverse consequences to us and the interests of our minority shareholders.
On August 16, 2022, we changed our auditor from Ernst & Young, located in Hong Kong, to Ernst & Young LLP, located in Singapore, which is not a PCAOB-Identified Firm. In December 2022, the PCAOB announced that it secured complete access to inspect and investigate registered public accounting firms headquartered in mainland China and Hong Kong.
On August 16, 2022, we changed our auditor from Ernst & Young, located in Hong Kong, to Ernst & Young LLP, located in Singapore, which was not a PCAOB-Identified Firm. In December 2022, the PCAOB announced that it secured complete access to inspect and investigate registered public accounting firms headquartered in mainland China and Hong Kong.
Effective January 1, 2023, the Macau government has transferred this area to us for usage in our operations during the duration of the Concession Contract for a fee of MOP750.00 (equivalent to approximately US$93) per square meter for years 1 to 3 of the Concession Contract, subject to consumer price index increase in years 2 and 3 of the concession.
Effective January 1, 2023, the Macau government has transferred this area to us for usage in our operations during the duration of the Concession Contract for a fee of MOP750.00 (equivalent to approximately US$94) per square meter for years 1 to 3 of the Concession Contract, subject to consumer price index increase in years 2 and 3 of the concession.
Lawrence Ho; and VML, a subsidiary of Sands China Ltd and Las Vegas Sands Corporation. 93 Table of Contents SJM currently operates multiple casinos throughout Macau. SJM (through its predecessor, Tourism and Entertainment Company of Macau Limited) commenced its gaming operations in Macau in 1962. In July 2021, SJM opened Grand Lisboa Palace, in Cotai.
Lawrence Ho; and VML, a subsidiary of Sands China Ltd and Las Vegas Sands Corporation. 97 Table of Contents SJM currently operates multiple casinos throughout Macau. SJM (through its predecessor, Tourism and Entertainment Company of Macau Limited) commenced its gaming operations in Macau in 1962. In July 2021, SJM opened Grand Lisboa Palace, in Cotai.
In addition, the Chinese government’s ongoing anti-corruption campaign has led to tighter monetary transfer regulations, including real-time monitoring of certain financial channels, reducing the amount that China-issued ATM cardholders can withdraw in each withdrawal, imposing a limit on the annual aggregate amount that may be withdrawn and the launch of facial recognition and identity card checks with respect to certain ATM users, which could disrupt the amount of money visitors can bring from the PRC to Macau.
In addition, the mainland China government’s ongoing anti-corruption campaign has led to tighter monetary transfer regulations, including real-time monitoring of certain financial channels, reducing the amount that mainland China-issued ATM cardholders can withdraw in each withdrawal, imposing a limit on the annual aggregate amount that may be withdrawn and the launch of facial recognition and identity card checks with respect to certain ATM users, which could disrupt the amount of money visitors can bring from mainland China to Macau.
Melco Resorts Macau must also first obtain the Macau government’s approval before raising certain financing and must notify the Macau government before taking certain financial decisions.
Melco Resorts Macau must also first obtain the Macau government’s approval before raising certain financing and must notify the Macau government before taking significant financial decisions.
As of December 31, 2023, the total gross floor area at City of Dreams is 641,431.70 square meters (equivalent to approximately 6.9 million square feet), of which approximately 31,227.3 square meters, or 4.87% comprises gaming and gaming support area and is owned by the Macau SAR.
As of December 31, 2024, the total gross floor area at City of Dreams is 641,431.70 square meters (equivalent to approximately 6.9 million square feet), of which approximately 31,227.3 square meters, or 4.87% comprises gaming and gaming support area and is owned by the Macau SAR.
See also “— We may not be able to generate sufficient cash flow to meet our debt service obligations.” Studio City International may be unable to remain in compliance with the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) requirements for its continued listing and as a result the SC ADSs may be delisted from trading on the New York Stock Exchange, which could have a material effect on us and the liquidity of the SC ADSs and its Class A ordinary shares.
See also “— We may not be able to generate sufficient cash flow to meet our debt service obligations.” 67 Table of Contents Studio City International may be unable to remain in compliance with the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) requirements for its continued listing and as a result the SC ADSs may be delisted from trading on the New York Stock Exchange, which could have a material effect on us and the liquidity of the SC ADSs and its Class A ordinary shares.
If such a termination were to occur, any casino premises and gaming equipment at that time will revert or be transferred to the Macau government without compensation to us and we would be unable to operate casino gaming in Macau, which would have a material adverse effect on our financial condition, results of 51 Table of Contents operations and cash flows and could result in defaults under our indebtedness agreements and a partial or complete loss of our investments in our projects.
If such a termination were to occur, any casino premises and gaming equipment at that time will revert or be transferred to the Macau government without compensation to us and we would be unable to operate casino gaming in Macau, which would have a material adverse effect on our financial condition, results of operations and cash flows and could result in defaults under our indebtedness agreements and a partial or complete loss of our investments in our projects.
If we are unable to establish, maintain and increase the number of successful relationships with gaming promoters in Macau, the Philippines or Cyprus, the financial resources of our gaming promoters are insufficient to allow them to continue doing business or we are unable to find alternative means to attract VIP rolling chip patrons in markets such as Macau where gaming promoters have become subject to restrictions on doing business due to legal and regulatory requirements, our results of operations could be materially and adversely impacted.
If we are unable to establish or maintain the number of successful relationships with gaming promoters, the financial resources of our gaming promoters are insufficient to allow them to continue doing business or we are unable to find alternative means to attract VIP rolling chip patrons in markets such as Macau where gaming promoters have become subject to restrictions on doing business due to legal and regulatory requirements, our results of operations could be materially and adversely impacted.
Actions by the PRC government can also significantly affect our business by, for example, placing limits on the ability of PRC residents to travel or remit currency outside of the PRC or by restricting gaming-related marketing activities in China. See “Item 3. Key Information — D.
Actions by the mainland China government can also significantly affect our business by, for example, placing limits on the ability of mainland China residents to travel or remit currency outside of mainland China or by restricting gaming-related marketing activities in mainland China. See “Item 3. Key Information — D.
See “— The gaming industries in Macau, the Philippines and Cyprus are highly regulated.” On June 22, 2022, Law no. 7/2022, which amends Law no. 16/2001, or the Macau Gaming Operations Law, was published and on December 19, 2022, Law no. 16/2022, the new Gaming Activities Law, which replaces Administrative Regulation no. 6/2022, or the Gaming Promoter Regulation was published.
See “— The gaming industries in Macau, the Philippines, Cyprus and Sri Lanka are highly regulated.” On June 22, 2022, Law no. 7/2022, which amends Law no. 16/2001, or the Macau Gaming Operations Law, was published and on December 19, 2022, Law no. 16/2022, the new Gaming Activities Law, which replaces Administrative Regulation no. 6/2022, or the Gaming Promoter Regulation was published.
Under the first paragraph of Article 15 of the Trial Administrative New Measures, overseas offerings and listings of a listing applicant by a PRC company must conduct and complete the relevant filing procedures with the CSRC if (i) more than 50% of its operating revenue, total profit, total assets or net assets were derived from its PRC entities based on the audited consolidated financial statements for the most recent financial year, and (ii) the main parts of its business activities are conducted in the PRC, its principal places of business are located in the PRC, or the majority of senior management in charge of its business operations are Chinese citizens or domiciled in the PRC.
Under the first paragraph of Article 15 of the Trial Administrative New Measures, overseas offerings and listings of a listing applicant by a mainland China company must conduct and complete the relevant filing procedures with the CSRC if (i) more than 50% of its operating revenue, total profit, total assets or net assets were derived from its mainland China entities based on the audited consolidated financial statements for the most recent financial year, and (ii) the main parts of its business activities are conducted in mainland China, its principal places of business are located in mainland China, or the majority of senior management in charge of its business operations are mainland China citizens or domiciled in mainland China.
Terrorist and violent criminal activities in Europe, the United States, Southeast Asia and elsewhere, the military conflict between Russia and Ukraine, the Israel-Hamas conflict and other conflicts in the Middle East, social events, natural disasters such as typhoons, tsunamis and earthquakes, and outbreaks of widespread health epidemics or pandemics, including COVID-19 outbreaks, have had and may continue to negatively affect travel and leisure expenditures, including lodging, gaming and tourism.
Terrorist and violent criminal activities in Europe, the United States, South and Southeast Asia and elsewhere, the military conflict between Russia and Ukraine, the Israel-Hamas conflict and other conflicts in the Middle East, social events, natural disasters such as typhoons, tsunamis and earthquakes, and outbreaks of widespread health epidemics or pandemics have had and may continue to negatively affect travel and leisure expenditures, including lodging, gaming and tourism.
Amendments to the Cyprus AML Law were also made in March 2022 to provide further clarifications on the provisions of the AMLD 6, including those relating to enforcement procedure and measures to be undertaken to better enforce, supervise and coordinate the EU’s rules in this area.
Amendments to the Cyprus AML Law were also made in March 2022 to provide further clarifications on the provisions of the AMLD 5, including those relating to enforcement procedure and measures to be undertaken to better enforce, supervise and coordinate the EU’s rules in this area.
We will require the continued partnership and cooperation of The Cyprus Phassouri (Zakaki) Limited for the operation of City of Dreams Mediterranean and the Cyprus Casinos.
We will require the continued cooperation of The Cyprus Phassouri (Zakaki) Limited for the operation of City of Dreams Mediterranean and the Cyprus Casinos.
Melco International may pursue additional casino projects in Asia, Europe or elsewhere, which, along with its current operations, may compete with our projects in Macau, the Philippines and Cyprus, which could have material adverse consequences to us and the interests of our minority shareholders.
Melco International may pursue additional casino projects in Asia, Europe or elsewhere, which, along with its current operations, may compete with our projects in Macau, the Philippines, Cyprus and Sri Lanka, which could have material adverse consequences to us and the interests of our minority shareholders.
It may also be difficult for you to enforce in the Cayman Islands, Macau, Hong Kong, Singapore, the Philippines, Cyprus or Japan courts judgments obtained in U.S. courts based on the civil liability provisions of the U.S. federal securities laws against us and our officers and directors, most of whom are not residents in the United States and the substantial portion of whose assets are located outside of the United States.
It may also be difficult for you to enforce in the Cayman Islands, Macau, Hong Kong, Singapore, the Philippines, Cyprus or Sri Lanka courts judgments obtained in U.S. courts based on the civil liability provisions of the U.S. federal securities laws against us and our officers and directors, most of whom are not residents in the United States and the substantial portion of whose assets are located outside of the United States.
In addition, claims and proceedings against us, including but not limited to any claims alleging that we received, misappropriated or misapplied funds, or violated any anti-corruption law or regulation, may result in our business operations being subject to greater scrutiny from relevant regulatory authorities and requiring us to make further improvements to our existing systems and controls and business operations, all of which may increase our compliance costs.
In addition, claims and proceedings against us, including but not limited to any claims alleging that we received, misappropriated or misapplied funds, or violated any anti-corruption law or regulation, may result in 38 Table of Contents our business operations being subject to greater scrutiny from relevant regulatory authorities and requiring us to make further improvements to our existing systems and controls and business operations, all of which may increase our compliance costs.
There is no guarantee that economic downturns, whether actual or perceived, any further decrease in economic growth rates or an otherwise uncertain economic outlook in the PRC will not occur or persist in the future, that they will not be protracted or that governments will respond adequately to control and reverse such conditions, any of which could materially and adversely affect our business, financial condition and results of operations.
There is no guarantee that economic downturns, whether actual or perceived, any further decrease in economic growth rates or an otherwise uncertain economic outlook in mainland China will not occur or persist in the future, that they will not be protracted or that governments will respond adequately to control and reverse such conditions, any of which could materially and adversely affect our business, financial condition and results of operations.
As competition intensifies, we may therefore need to offer better terms to gaming promoters, including extensions of credit, which may increase our overall credit exposure or to find alternate ways of attracting such patrons which may not be as effective as gaming promoters or may increase our marketing expenses.
As competition intensifies, we may therefore need to offer better terms to gaming promoters, including extensions of credit where permitted, which may increase our overall credit exposure or to find alternate ways of attracting such patrons which may not be as effective as gaming promoters or may increase our marketing expenses.
See “— We face intense competition in Macau, the Philippines and elsewhere in Asia and Europe and may not be able to compete successfully.” Moreover, we face risks and uncertainties related to changes to the Chinese and Macau governments’ policies and regulations relating to gaming markets, including those affecting gaming table allocation and caps, smoking restrictions, exchange controls and repatriation of capital, measures to control inflation and monetary transfers and travel restrictions.
See “— We face intense competition in Macau, the Philippines and elsewhere in Asia and Europe and may not be able to compete successfully.” Moreover, we face risks and uncertainties related to changes to the mainland China and Macau governments’ policies and regulations relating to gaming markets, including those affecting gaming table allocation and caps, smoking restrictions, exchange controls and repatriation of capital, measures to control inflation and monetary transfers and travel restrictions.
Any occurrence of these events could be outside our control and could result in events of default and cross-defaults which may cause the termination and acceleration of our credit facilities, the Studio City Notes and Melco Resorts Finance Notes and potential enforcement of remedies by our lenders or note holders (as the 64 Table of Contents case may be), which would have a material adverse effect on our financial condition and results of operations.
Any occurrence of these events could be outside our control and could result in events of default and cross-defaults which may cause the termination and acceleration of our credit facilities, the Studio City Notes and Melco Resorts Finance Notes and potential enforcement of remedies by our lenders or note holders (as the case may be), which would have a material adverse effect on our financial condition and results of operations.
Our Development Projects We continually seek new opportunities for additional gaming or related businesses in Macau and in other countries and will continue to target the development of a project pipeline in order to expand our footprint in countries which offer legalized casino gaming.
Further, we continually seek new opportunities for additional gaming or related businesses in Macau and in other countries and will continue to target the development of a project pipeline in order to expand our footprint in countries which offer legalized casino gaming.

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Risk Factors — Risks Relating to Our Business and Operations — A failure to establish and protect our intellectual property rights could have an adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations.” Personal Information Regulations Processing of personal information by our subsidiaries in Macau is subject to compliance with the Personal Data Protection Act (Law no. 8/2005), in the case of Melco Resorts Macau, any instructions issued by DICJ from time to time.
Risk Factors — Risks Relating to Our Business and Operations — A failure to establish and protect our intellectual property rights could have an adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations.” Personal Information Regulations Processing of personal information by our subsidiaries in Macau is subject to compliance with the Personal Data Protection Act (Law no. 8/2005), and, in the case of Melco Resorts Macau, any instructions issued by DICJ from time to time.
CREATE reduced the minimum corporate income tax from 2% to 1% for the period from July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2023 and the corporate income tax rate from 30% to 25% starting July 1, 2020. Certain of our subsidiaries are liable for VAT on certain transactions.
CREATE reduced the minimum corporate income tax rate from 2% to 1% for the period from July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2023 and the corporate income tax rate from 30% to 25% starting July 1, 2020. Certain of our subsidiaries are liable for VAT on certain transactions.
The fee will increase to MOP2,500.00 (equivalent to approximately US$311) per square meter for years 4 to 10 of the concession, subject to consumer price index increase in years 5 to 10 of the concession. • The concessionaires shall assume certain corporate social responsibilities, including support for the development of local small and medium-sized enterprises; support the diversification of local industries, guaranteeing labor rights and interests, namely those concerning the guarantee of labor credits, on-the-job training and professional advancement of local employees, as well as a pension scheme designed to protect employees; hiring disabled or rehabilitated individuals; support for public interest activities; support for activities of an educational, scientific and technological, environmental protection, cultural and sporting nature, among others. • The concessionaires and the shareholders holding 5% or more of their registered share capital shall not hold directly any capital of another concessionaire for the operation of games of chance in casinos in Macau, and shall not hold indirectly 5% or more of its registered share capital. • Management companies are entities that have management powers over all or some casinos from one concessionaire and are subject to suitability reviews at DICJ’s discretion.
The fee will increase to MOP2,500.00 (equivalent to approximately US$313) per square meter for years 4 to 10 of the concession, subject to consumer price index increase in years 5 to 10 of the concession. • The concessionaires shall assume certain corporate social responsibilities, including support for the development of local small and medium-sized enterprises; support the diversification of local industries, guaranteeing labor rights and interests, namely those concerning the guarantee of labor credits, on-the-job training and professional advancement of local employees, as well as a pension scheme designed to protect employees; hiring disabled or rehabilitated individuals; support for public interest activities; support for activities of an educational, scientific and technological, environmental protection, cultural and sporting nature, among others. • The concessionaires and the shareholders holding 5% or more of their registered share capital shall not hold directly any capital of another concessionaire for the operation of games of chance in casinos in Macau, and shall not hold indirectly 5% or more of its registered share capital. • Management companies are entities that have management powers over all or some casinos from one concessionaire and are subject to suitability reviews at DICJ’s discretion.
These measures include providing players with information about responsible gaming behaviors, as well as about gaming dependency and addiction issues, including the information on responsible gaming; adequate measures to ensure the prohibition of entry into casinos of those to whom access is prohibited; information on the dissemination of the measure of interdiction of entry in casino upon request, as well as the means of submitting such request; creation of a specialized gaming group to provide adequate assistance and counseling services to those in need; and training and recycling actions on responsible gaming aimed at employees, as well as counseling services.
These measures include providing players with information about responsible gambling behaviors, as well as about gaming dependency and addiction issues, including the information on responsible gambling; adequate measures to ensure the prohibition of entry into casinos of those to whom access is prohibited; information on the dissemination of the measure of interdiction of entry in casino upon request, as well as the means of submitting such request; creation of a specialized gaming group to provide adequate assistance and counseling services to those in need; and training and recycling actions on responsible gambling aimed at employees, as well as counseling services.
The crime of unlawful deposit is applicable to concessionaires, gaming promoters or managing companies, their directors or representatives, or persons under their authority, in the exercise of their duties, or collaborators, in the exercise of their activity, who deposit funds from third parties not intended for gaming, and is punishable by imprisonment from 2 to 5 years in case of individuals, or fines up to MOP18 million (equivalent to approximately US$2.2 million) or judicial dissolution in case of legal persons.
The crime of unlawful deposit is applicable to concessionaires, gaming promoters or managing companies, their directors or representatives, or persons under their authority, in the exercise of their duties, or collaborators, in the exercise of their activity, who deposit funds from third parties not intended for gaming, and is punishable by imprisonment from 2 to 5 years in case of individuals, or fines up to MOP18 million (equivalent to approximately US$2.3 million) or judicial dissolution in case of legal persons.
Law no. 16/2001, as amended in June 2022 pursuant to Law no. 7/2022, or the Macau Gaming Operations Law, also sets out responsible gaming obligations, including the obligation of the concessionaires to prepare a plan for the promotion of responsible gaming, as well as to adopt measures that allow the public, including tourists, to have sufficient information to assume a responsible, moderate and controlled posture towards gaming.
Law no. 16/2001, as amended in June 2022 pursuant to Law no. 7/2022, or the Macau Gaming Operations Law, also sets out responsible gambling obligations, including the obligation of the concessionaires to prepare a plan for the promotion of responsible gambling, as well as to adopt measures that allow the public, including tourists, to have sufficient information to assume a responsible, moderate and controlled posture towards gaming.
PAGCOR Licenses in the Philippines The Philippine License issued by PAGCOR authorizes the Philippine Licensees, through Melco Resorts Leisure, to establish and operate a casino in the Philippines for both local and foreign patrons who are at least 21 years of age. 115 Table of Contents In general, the Philippine License imposes certain obligations such as, but not limited to, the following: • payment of monthly license fees to PAGCOR; • maintenance of a debt-to-equity ratio (based on calculation as agreed with PAGCOR) for each of the Philippine Licensees of no greater than 70:30; • at least 95.0% of the total employees of City of Dreams Manila must be Philippine citizens; • 2.0% of certain casino revenues must be remitted to a foundation devoted to the restoration of cultural heritage and 5.0% of certain non-gaming revenues to PAGCOR; and • operation of only the authorized casino games approved by PAGCOR.
PAGCOR Licenses in the Philippines The Philippine License issued by PAGCOR authorizes the Philippine Licensees, through Melco Resorts Leisure, to establish and operate a casino in the Philippines for both local and foreign patrons who are at least 21 years of age. 120 Table of Contents In general, the Philippine License imposes certain obligations such as, but not limited to, the following: • payment of monthly license fees to PAGCOR; • maintenance of a debt-to-equity ratio (based on calculation as agreed with PAGCOR) for each of the Philippine Licensees of no greater than 70:30; • at least 95.0% of the total employees of City of Dreams Manila must be Philippine citizens; • 2.0% of certain casino revenues must be remitted to a foundation devoted to the restoration of cultural heritage and 5.0% of certain non-gaming revenues to PAGCOR; and • operation of only the authorized casino games approved by PAGCOR.
Upon completion of the above eight-year period and for each four-year period thereafter, the government of Cyprus may review the annual license fee payable for each four-year term, provided that the annual license fee payable per year shall be no less than EUR5.0 million (equivalent to approximately US$5.5 million) and subject to a maximum percentage increase. • payment of annual license fee of EUR1.0 million (equivalent to approximately US$1.1 million) per year for the satellite casino in Nicosia since its commencement of operations in 2018 and annual license fee of EUR0.5 million (equivalent to approximately US$0.6 million) per year for each of the satellite casinos in Larnaca (which ceased operation in June 2020), Ayia Napa and Paphos since their operations commenced in 2018, 2019 and 2020, respectively. • payment of a monthly casino tax of an amount equal to 15% of the gross gaming revenue, such percentage not to be increased during the initial 15-year exclusivity period under the Cyprus License.
Upon completion of the above eight-year period and for each four-year period thereafter, the government of Cyprus may review the annual license fee payable for each four-year term, provided that the annual license fee payable per year shall be no less than EUR5.0 million (equivalent to approximately US$5.2 million) and subject to a maximum percentage increase. • payment of annual license fee of EUR1.0 million (equivalent to approximately US$1.0 million) per year for the satellite casino in Nicosia since its commencement of operations in 2018 and annual license fee of EUR0.5 million (equivalent to approximately US$0.5 million) per year for each of the satellite casinos in Larnaca (which ceased operation in June 2020), Ayia Napa and Paphos since their operations commenced in 2018, 2019 and 2020, respectively. • payment of a monthly casino tax of an amount equal to 15% of the gross gaming revenue, such percentage not to be increased during the initial 15-year exclusivity period under the Cyprus License.
This covers the activities of the shareholders, directors, officers, employees and counterparties of our Company. Gaming Licenses The Concession Regime in Macau The Macau government conducted an international tender process for gaming concessions in Macau in 2022, and granted six gaming concessions to SJM, MGM Grand, Galaxy, Venetian Macau Limited (“VML”), Wynn Macau and Melco Resorts Macau, respectively.
This covers the activities of the shareholders, directors, officers, employees and counterparties of our Company. Gaming Licenses The Concession Regime in Macau The Macau government conducted an international tender process for gaming concessions in Macau in 2022, and granted six gaming concessions to SJM, MGM Grand Paradise, Galaxy, Venetian Macau Limited (“VML”), Wynn Macau and Melco Resorts Macau, respectively.
The granting or renewal of a gaming promoter license may be requested by a commercial company that fulfills certain cumulative requirements, such as having its registered office in Macau, being a limited liability company by shares with the activity of gaming promotion as its exclusive business purpose, having a registered capital of not less than MOP10 million (equivalent to approximately US$1.2 million) fully paid up in cash, and net assets of not less than such amount during the license period, having as shareholders individuals only, having 50% or more of its registered capital being held by permanent residents of Macau who are at least 21 years of 100 Table of Contents age, having agreed with one concessionaire the provision of gaming promotion services to the same, having provided a security deposit, not having any debts or fines imposed for breach of legal provisions relating to gaming under tax enforcement proceedings, having adequate financial capacity, not having the company and its shareholders, directors and key employees previously being declared insolvent or bankrupt, nor being responsible for debts arising from the insolvency or bankruptcy of third parties, and the company and its shareholders, directors and key employees being deemed suitable.
The granting or renewal of a gaming promoter license may be requested by a commercial company that fulfills certain cumulative requirements, such as having its registered office in Macau, being a limited liability 104 Table of Contents company by shares with the activity of gaming promotion as its exclusive business purpose, having a registered capital of not less than MOP10 million (equivalent to approximately US$1.3 million) fully paid up in cash, and net assets of not less than such amount during the license period, having as shareholders individuals only, having 50% or more of its registered capital being held by permanent residents of Macau who are at least 21 years of age, having agreed with one concessionaire the provision of gaming promotion services to the same, having provided a security deposit, not having any debts or fines imposed for breach of legal provisions relating to gaming under tax enforcement proceedings, having adequate financial capacity, not having the company and its shareholders, directors and key employees previously being declared insolvent or bankrupt, nor being responsible for debts arising from the insolvency or bankruptcy of third parties, and the company and its shareholders, directors and key employees being deemed suitable.
On the termination or expiry of the Concession Contract, the casino premises operated by the concessionaire and the gaming equipment would automatically revert or be transferred to the Macau SAR without compensation.
On the termination or expiry of the Concession Contract, the casino premises operated by the concessionaire and the gaming equipment would revert or be transferred to the Macau SAR without compensation.
The requirements imposed by the Cyprus License include, among others: • payment of an annual license fee of EUR2.5 million (equivalent to approximately US$2.8 million) per year for the first four-year period commencing from the date of grant of the Cyprus License on June 26, 2017 and an annual license fee of EUR5.0 million (equivalent to approximately US$5.5 million) per year for the second four-year period as annual license fees for the operation of the temporary casino and City of Dreams Mediterranean to the government of Cyprus.
The requirements imposed by the Cyprus License include, among others: • payment of an annual license fee of EUR2.5 million (equivalent to approximately US$2.6 million) per year for the first four-year period commencing from the date of grant of the Cyprus License on June 26, 2017 and an annual license fee of EUR5.0 million (equivalent to approximately US$5.2 million) per year for the second four-year period as annual license fees for the operation of the temporary casino and City of Dreams Mediterranean to the government of Cyprus.
The annual minimum limit of the gross gaming revenue must be set out in view of the past gross gaming revenue of Macau and the current situation of the economic development of Macau, and may be adjusted exceptionally in case of extraordinary, unpredictable or force majeure incidents, and is currently in the amount of MOP7 million (equivalent to approximately US$869,988) annual gross gaming revenue for gaming tables and MOP300,000 (equivalent to approximately US$37,285) annual gross gaming revenue for gaming machines. • With respect to the gaming promotion activities, the concessionaires must inform the DICJ of any facts that may affect the solvency of gaming promoters, including the fact that they have been named as defendants in civil proceedings or have entered into loan or financing agreements that exceed their solvency, within a period of five days counted from the date of occurrence of the respective facts or the concessionaires’ knowledge thereof; inform the DICJ of facts that indicate the practice, by gaming promoters, of crimes and administrative offenses provided for in the law, within five days from the date of the concessionaires’ knowledge thereof, without prejudice to duties provided in other laws; supervise the activity of the gaming promoters, including their fulfillment of the duties provided in gaming laws and regulations; and adopt appropriate measures to prevent gaming promoters from conducting illegal activities in the casinos of the concessionaires. • Each gaming promoter can only conduct gaming promotion activities with one concessionaire and may only receive commission, not being a gaming promoter permitted to share with the concessionaires, in any form whatsoever, the casino revenue. • The concessionaires are jointly and severally liable for administrative fines and civil liability arising from the exercise in their casinos of the authorized gaming promotion activity by gaming promoters, their directors and key employees, as well as their collaborators.
The annual minimum limit of the gross gaming revenue must be set out in view of the past gross gaming revenue of Macau and the current situation of the economic development of Macau, and may be adjusted exceptionally in case of extraordinary, unpredictable or force majeure incidents, and is currently in the amount of MOP7 million (equivalent to approximately US$875,392) annual gross gaming revenue for gaming tables and MOP300,000 (equivalent to approximately US$37,517) annual gross gaming revenue for gaming machines. • With respect to the gaming promotion activities, the concessionaires must inform the DICJ of any facts that may affect the solvency of gaming promoters, including the fact that they have been named as defendants in civil proceedings or have entered into loan or financing agreements that exceed their solvency, within a period of five days counted from the date of occurrence of the respective facts or the concessionaires’ knowledge thereof; inform the DICJ of facts that indicate the practice, by gaming promoters, of crimes and administrative offenses provided for in the law, within five days from the date of the concessionaires’ knowledge thereof, without prejudice to duties provided in other laws; supervise the activity of the gaming promoters, including their fulfillment of the duties provided in gaming laws and regulations; and adopt appropriate measures to prevent gaming promoters from conducting illegal activities in the casinos of the concessionaires. • Each gaming promoter can only conduct gaming promotion activities with one concessionaire and may only receive commission, not being a gaming promoter permitted to share with the concessionaires, in any form whatsoever, the casino revenue. • The concessionaires are jointly and severally liable for administrative fines and civil liability arising from the exercise in their casinos of the authorized gaming promotion activity by gaming promoters, their directors and key employees, as well as their collaborators.
The Macau government owns the City of Dreams, Altira and Studio City Casinos gaming and gaming support areas, and the Macau government has transferred these areas to us for usage in our operations during the duration of the concession for a fee of MOP750.00 (equivalent to approximately US$93) per square meter for years 1 to 3 of the Concession Contract, subject to consumer price index increase in years 2 and 3 of the concession.
The Macau government owns the City of Dreams, Altira and Studio City Casinos gaming and gaming support areas, and the Macau government has transferred these areas to us for usage in our operations during the duration of the concession for a fee of MOP750.00 (equivalent to approximately US$94) per square meter for years 1 to 3 of the Concession Contract, subject to consumer price index increase in years 2 and 3 of the concession.
In addition to special gaming taxes of 35% of gross gaming revenues, we are also required to contribute to the Macau government an annual amount 113 Table of Contents equivalent to 2% of the gross gaming revenues to a public fund that has as purposes the promotion, development or study of cultural, social, economic, educational, scientific, academic and philanthropic actions.
In addition to special gaming taxes of 35% of gross gaming revenues, we are also required to contribute to the Macau government an annual amount 118 Table of Contents equivalent to 2% of the gross gaming revenues to a public fund that has as purposes the promotion, development or study of cultural, social, economic, educational, scientific, academic and philanthropic actions.
ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE We are a Cayman Islands holding company for the following principal businesses and developments: (1) 100% economic interest in our Macau gaming concession holder, Melco Resorts Macau, which, directly or 118 Table of Contents indirectly through its subsidiary, is the operator of our gaming and non-gaming businesses in various properties in Macau; (2) a majority equity and economic interest in SCI, the holding company of Studio City; (3) a majority equity and economic interest in MRP, the holding company of City of Dreams Manila; and (4) a majority equity and economic interest in ICR Cyprus, the holding company of our current operations in Cyprus including City of Dreams Mediterranean and three satellite casinos in Nicosia, Ayia Napa and Paphos.
ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE We are a Cayman Islands holding company for the following principal businesses and developments: (1) 100% economic interest in our Macau gaming concession holder, Melco Resorts Macau, which, directly or indirectly through its subsidiary, is the operator of our gaming and non-gaming businesses in various properties in Macau; (2) a majority equity and economic interest in SCI, the holding company of Studio City; (3) a majority equity and economic interest in MRP, the holding company of City of Dreams Manila; and (4) a majority equity and economic interest in ICR Cyprus, the holding company of our current operations in Cyprus including City of Dreams Mediterranean and three satellite casinos in Nicosia, Ayia Napa and Paphos.
Currently the maximum number of gaming tables that may be operated in Macau is 6,000 and the maximum number of gaming machines is 12,000 and Melco Resorts Macau has been authorized to operate 750 gaming tables and 2,100 gaming machines. • The circulation of chips is subject to authorization from the Secretary for Economy and Finance, which may establish the maximum limit of the total amount of chips in circulation. • The concessionaires can only disseminate information or activities related to gaming in the zones for games of chance of the casinos, under the applicable laws and regulations. • The concessionaires and the companies of which they are dominant shareholders cannot be admitted to listing on stock exchanges. • An administrative sanctions regime is established with fines ranging from MOP100,000 (equivalent to approximately US$12,428) and MOP5,000,000 (equivalent to approximately US$621,420) and, depending on the seriousness of the offense, damages, fault, benefits obtained, economic situation and previous conduct, a supplemental penalty of total or partial closure of gaming areas for periods ranging from one month to one year. • In the event of dissolution of a current concessionaire for failing to obtain a new concession in the next tender, the shareholders of the concessionaire holding 5% or more of the concessionaire’s share capital as of the date of termination of the concession contract or the date of termination of the concession are jointly and severally liable for the concessionaire’s outstanding chips.
Currently the maximum number of gaming tables that may be operated in Macau is 6,000 and the maximum number of gaming machines is 12,000 and Melco Resorts Macau has been authorized to operate 750 gaming tables and 2,100 gaming machines. • The circulation of chips is subject to authorization from the Secretary for Economy and Finance, which may establish the maximum limit of the total amount of chips in circulation. • The concessionaires can only disseminate information or activities related to gaming in the zones for games of chance of the casinos, under the applicable laws and regulations. • The concessionaires and the companies of which they are dominant shareholders cannot be admitted to listing on stock exchanges. • An administrative sanctions regime is established with fines ranging from MOP100,000 (equivalent to approximately US$12,506) and MOP5,000,000 (equivalent to approximately US$625,280) and, depending on the seriousness of the offense, damages, fault, benefits obtained, economic situation and previous conduct, a supplemental penalty of total or partial closure of gaming areas for periods ranging from one month to one year. • In the event of dissolution of a current concessionaire for failing to obtain a new concession in the next tender, the shareholders of the concessionaire holding 5% or more of the concessionaire’s share capital as of the date of termination of the concession contract or the date of termination of the concession are jointly and severally liable for the concessionaire’s outstanding chips.
Under the terms of its Philippine Economic Zone Authority registration, Melco Resorts Leisure is required, prior to the start of commercial operations of City of Dreams Manila, to either: (a) apply for an ECC with the Environmental Management Bureau of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and submit an approved copy of the ECC to the Philippine Economic Zone Authority within 15 days from its issuance, or (b) submit the ECC issued to Belle Corporation, as the same may be amended to reflect any changes made to City of Dreams Manila, for the review and approval by the Philippine Economic Zone Authority.
Under the terms of its Philippine Economic Zone Authority registration, Melco Resorts Leisure is required, prior to the start of commercial operations of City of Dreams Manila, to either: (a) apply for an ECC with the Environmental Management Bureau of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and submit an approved copy of the ECC to 113 Table of Contents the Philippine Economic Zone Authority within 15 days from its issuance, or (b) submit the ECC issued to Belle Corporation, as the same may be amended to reflect any changes made to City of Dreams Manila, for the review and approval by the Philippine Economic Zone Authority.
Pursuant to such redemption, the Macau government would assume all rights and obligations of Melco Resorts Macau resulting from business legally and validly conducted by Melco Resorts Macau before the date of the redemption notice and Melco Resorts Macau would have a right to obtain reasonable and fair compensation under applicable Macau law. 114 Table of Contents Ownership and Capitalization.
Pursuant to such redemption, the Macau government would assume all rights and obligations of Melco Resorts Macau resulting from business legally and validly conducted by Melco Resorts Macau before the date of the redemption notice and Melco Resorts Macau would have a right to obtain reasonable and fair compensation under applicable Macau law. 119 Table of Contents Ownership and Capitalization.
Under these laws and regulations, we are required to: • implement internal procedures and rules governing the prevention of anti-money laundering and terrorism financing crimes which are subject to prior approval from DICJ; • identify and evaluate the money laundering and terrorism financing risk inherent to gaming activities; • identify any customer who is in a stable business relationship with Melco Resorts Macau, who is a politically exposed person or any customer or transaction where there is a sign of money laundering or financing of terrorism or which involves significant sums of money in the context of the transaction, even if any sign of money laundering is absent; • refuse to deal with any of our customers who fail to provide any information requested by us; • keep records on the identification of a customer for a period of five years; • establish a regime for electronic transfers; • keep individual records of all transactions related to gaming which involve credit securities; • keep records of all electronic transactions for amounts equal to or exceeding MOP8,000 (equivalent to approximately US$994) in cases of occasional transactions and MOP120,000 (equivalent to approximately US$14,914) in cases of transactions that arose in the context of a continuous business relationship; • notify the Macau Finance Information Bureau if there is any sign of money laundering or financing of terrorism; • adopt as compliance function and appoint compliance officers; and • cooperate with the Macau government by providing all required information and documentation requested in relation to anti-money laundering activities.
Under these laws and regulations, we are required to: • implement internal procedures and rules governing the prevention of anti-money laundering and terrorism financing crimes which are subject to prior approval from DICJ; • identify and evaluate the money laundering and terrorism financing risk inherent to gaming activities; • identify any customer who is in a stable business relationship with Melco Resorts Macau, who is a politically exposed person or any customer or transaction where there is a sign of money laundering or financing of terrorism or which involves significant sums of money in the context of the transaction, even if any sign of money laundering is absent; • refuse to deal with any of our customers who fail to provide any information requested by us; • keep records on the identification of a customer for a period of five years; • establish a regime for electronic transfers; • keep individual records of all transactions related to gaming which involve credit securities; • keep records of all electronic transactions for amounts equal to or exceeding MOP8,000 (equivalent to approximately US$1,000) in cases of occasional transactions and MOP120,000 (equivalent to approximately US$15,007) in cases of transactions that arose in the context of a continuous business relationship; • notify the Macau Finance Information Bureau if there is any sign of money laundering or financing of terrorism; • adopt as compliance function and appoint compliance officers; and • cooperate with the Macau government by providing all required information and documentation requested in relation to anti-money laundering activities.
Under Article 2 of Administrative Regulation no. 7/2006 (as amended pursuant to Administrative Regulation no. 17/2017) and the DICJ Instruction no. 1/2016 (as amended pursuant to DICJ Instruction no.1/2019), we are required to track and report transactions and granting of credit that are of MOP500,000 (equivalent to approximately US$62,142) or above.
Under Article 2 of Administrative Regulation no. 7/2006 (as amended pursuant to Administrative Regulation no. 17/2017) and the DICJ Instruction no. 1/2016 (as amended pursuant to DICJ Instruction no.1/2019), we are required to track and report transactions and granting of credit that are of MOP500,000 (equivalent to approximately US$62,528) or above.
Upon the completion of the tender process for new concessions, Melco Resorts Macau was granted with a new gaming concession by the Macau government for a period of 10 years, effective from January 1, 2023 until December 31, 2032, and entered into the respective Concession Contract on December 16, 2022.
Upon the completion of the tender process for new concessions, Melco Resorts Macau was granted with a new gaming concession by the Macau government for a period of ten years, effective from January 1, 2023 until December 31, 2032, and entered into the respective Concession Contract on December 16, 2022.
Upon the payment of such payment amounts, the shareholders of Melco Resorts Macau will not be liable to pay any other tax in Macau for dividend distributions received from gaming profits. In February 2024, Melco Resorts Macau entered into an agreement with the Macau government for an annual payment for the period from 2023 through 2025.
In February 2024, Melco Resorts Macau entered into an agreement with the Macau government for an annual payment for the period from 2023 through 2025. Upon the payment of such amount, the shareholders of Melco Resorts Macau will not be liable to pay any other tax in Macau for dividend distributions received from gaming profits.
In 2022, the Philippine BIR issued Revenue Memorandum Circular No. 32-2022, which sought to impose 12% VAT on gaming revenue.
In 2022, the BIR issued Revenue Memorandum Circular No. 32-2022, which sought to impose 12% VAT on gaming revenue.
The legal framework and the instructions issued by DICJ require that certain procedures must be adopted before collecting, processing and/or transferring personal information, including obtaining consent from the data subject and/or notifying or requesting authorization from the GPDP and/or DICJ, as applicable, prior to processing personal information.
The legal framework and the instructions issued by DICJ require that certain procedures must be adopted before collecting, processing and/or transferring personal information, including obtaining consent from the data subject and/or notifying or requesting authorization from the DSPDP and/or DICJ, as applicable, prior to processing personal information.
The concessionaires must mandatorily notify the Chief Executive of Macau prior to executing large financial initiatives, which are defined as those with a value greater than MOP2.5 billion (equivalent to approximately US$310.7 million) regarding the internal movement of funds and MOP500 million (equivalent to approximately US$62.1 million) regarding salaries, remunerations, benefits of employees, and any other financial decisions. • The main objectives of the gaming law are, amongst others, safeguarding of national and Macau security, adequate diversification and sustainable development of the Macau economy, assurance that the development and operation of games of chance in casinos are in line with Macau’s policies and mechanisms in respect of combating the illegal flow of cross-border capital and preventing money laundering, and the scale, operation and practice of games of chance in casinos are subject to legal restrictions.
The concessionaires must mandatorily notify the Chief Executive of Macau prior to executing large financial initiatives, which are defined as those with a value greater than MOP2.5 billion (equivalent to approximately US$312.6 million) regarding the internal movement of funds and MOP500 million (equivalent to approximately US$62.5 million) regarding salaries, remunerations, benefits of employees, and any other financial decisions. • The main objectives of the gaming law are, amongst others, safeguarding of national and Macau security, adequate diversification and sustainable development of the Macau economy, assurance that the development and operation of games of chance in casinos are in line with Macau’s policies and mechanisms in respect of combating the illegal flow of cross-border capital and preventing money laundering, and the scale, operation and practice of games of chance in casinos are subject to legal restrictions.
Such joint and several liability may be excluded when it is proved that the concessionaire has responsibly fulfilled its supervision duty. • The maximum number of gaming tables and gaming machines that may be operated by the concessionaires is determined by dispatch from the Chief Executive of Macau and the number of gaming tables and gaming machines to be installed, added or reduced in each casino by the concessionaires is subject to authorization of the Secretary for Economy and Finance.
Such joint and several liability may be excluded when it is proved that the concessionaire has responsibly fulfilled its supervision duty. • The maximum number of gaming tables and gaming machines that may be operated by the concessionaires is determined by dispatch from the Chief Executive of Macau and the number of 103 Table of Contents gaming tables and gaming machines to be installed, added or reduced in each casino by the concessionaires is subject to authorization of the Secretary for Economy and Finance.
The Secretary for Economy and Finance may reduce the number of gaming tables or gaming machines if the gross gaming revenue from gaming tables or gaming machines fails, for two consecutive years, to reach the 99 Table of Contents minimum limit of the annual gross revenue determined by dispatch from the Chief Executive of Macau or if the authorized gaming tables or gaming machines are not fully utilized without just cause, by the concessionaires, within the deadline set out by the Secretary for Economy and Finance.
The Secretary for Economy and Finance may reduce the number of gaming tables or gaming machines if the gross gaming revenue from gaming tables or gaming machines fails, for two consecutive years, to reach the minimum limit of the annual gross revenue determined by dispatch from the Chief Executive of Macau or if the authorized gaming tables or gaming machines are not fully utilized without just cause, by the concessionaires, within the deadline set out by the Secretary for Economy and Finance.
Our internal policies, address this issue. 105 Table of Contents Asset Freezing Enforcement Regulations On August 29, 2016, Law no. 6/2016 with respect to the framework for the enforcement of asset freezing orders, which comprised of United Nations Security Council sanctions resolutions for the fight against terrorism and proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, was enacted.
Our internal policies, address this issue. Asset Freezing Enforcement Regulations On August 29, 2016, Law no. 6/2016 with respect to the framework for the enforcement of asset freezing orders, which comprised of United Nations Security Council sanctions resolutions for the fight against terrorism and proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, was enacted.
Additional regulations have been enacted to further determine and detail how the above-mentioned obligations are to be fulfilled. Labor Quotas Regulations All businesses in Macau must apply to the Labor Affairs Bureau for labor quotas to import non-resident unskilled workers from the PRC and other regions or countries.
Additional regulations have been enacted to further determine and detail how the above-mentioned obligations are to be fulfilled. Labor Quotas Regulations All businesses in Macau must apply to the Labor Affairs Bureau for labor quotas to import non-resident unskilled workers from mainland China and other regions or countries.
The Law established The Cyprus Gaming and Casino Supervision Commission, known as the Cyprus Gaming Commission, in 2015.
The Law established The Cyprus Gaming and Casino Supervision Commission, known as the CGC, in 2015.
Of the total investment amount referred to above, MOP10,008.0 million (equivalent to approximately US$1.24 billion) will be applied to non-gaming related projects, with the balance applied to gaming related projects.
Of the total investment amount referred to above, MOP10,008.0 million (equivalent to approximately US$1.25 billion) will be applied to non-gaming related projects, with the balance applied to gaming related projects.
Major Shareholders” for more information regarding the beneficial ownership of Melco International in our Company and “Exhibit 8.1 — List of Significant Subsidiaries.” D. PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT See “Item 4. Information on the Company — B. Business Overview,” “Item 5. Operating and Financial Review and Prospects — B.
Major Shareholders” for more information regarding the beneficial ownership of Melco International in our Company and “Exhibit 8.1 — List of Significant Subsidiaries.” 125 Table of Contents D. PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT See “Item 4. Information on the Company — B. Business Overview,” “Item 5. Operating and Financial Review and Prospects — B.
The Macau government may also require controlling shareholders, directors and key employees, to be investigated for suitability as part of the approval process of the transaction. • The maximum number of gaming concessions is six. • The term of a gaming concession is set in the concession contract and cannot exceed 10 years but the Chief Executive of Macau may exceptionally authorize, based on justified reasons, one or more extensions of the term of the concession up to the total period of three years. • The concessionaires’ general contractual compliance is subject to review by the DICJ every three years.
The Macau government may also require controlling shareholders, directors and key employees, to be investigated for suitability as part of the approval process of the transaction. • The maximum number of gaming concessions is six. • The term of a gaming concession is set in the concession contract and cannot exceed ten years but the Chief Executive of Macau may exceptionally authorize, based on justified reasons, one or more extensions of the term of the concession up to the total period of three years. 101 Table of Contents • The concessionaires’ general contractual compliance is subject to review by the DICJ every three years.
We have, through our subsidiaries, two main groups of labor quotas in Macau, one to import non-skilled workers from the PRC and the other to import non-skilled workers from all other countries. Melco Resorts Macau is not currently allowed to hire non-Macau resident dealers and supervisors under the Macau government’s policy.
We have, through our subsidiaries, two main groups of labor quotas in Macau, one to import non-skilled workers from mainland China and the other to import non-skilled workers from all other countries. Melco Resorts Macau is not currently allowed to hire non-Macau resident dealers and supervisors under the Macau government’s policy.
Notwithstanding, the Chief Executive of Macau may authorize and approve the engagement of a management company by a concessionaire provided that under such engagement, a 98 Table of Contents concessionaire may only pay to the managing company management fees, with casino revenue sharing or payment of commissions not being permitted by any means.
Notwithstanding, the Chief Executive of Macau may authorize and approve the engagement of a management company by a concessionaire provided that under such engagement, a concessionaire may only pay to the managing company management fees, with casino revenue sharing or payment of commissions not being permitted by any means.
The Philippine License is one of the four licenses granted to various parties to develop integrated tourism resorts and establish and operate casinos in Entertainment City. The Casino Regulatory Manual (CRM) was originally issued in January 2013 by PAGCOR for the guidance of the Entertainment City licensees.
The Philippine License is one of the four licenses granted to various parties to develop integrated tourism resorts and establish and operate casinos in Entertainment City. 112 Table of Contents The Casino Regulatory Manual (CRM) was originally issued in January 2013 by PAGCOR for the guidance of the Entertainment City licensees.
The Code of Business Conduct and Ethics includes specific FCPA related provisions in Section IV and VIII B. To 111 Table of Contents further supplement the Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, our Company implemented a FCPA Compliance Program in 2007, which was revised and expanded in scope in December 2013 as the Ethical Business Practices Program.
The Code of Business Conduct and Ethics includes specific FCPA related provisions in Section IV and VIII B. To further supplement the Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, our Company implemented a FCPA Compliance Program in 2007, which was revised and expanded in scope in December 2013 as the Ethical Business Practices Program.
Set out below are the key terms in relation to ownership and capitalization under the Concession Contract: • the registered share capital and net asset value of Melco Resorts Macau cannot be less than MOP5,000,000,000 (equivalent to approximately US$621,419,999) and, to guarantee its performance of certain of its legal and contractual obligations, including labor obligations, Melco Resorts Macau must maintain a guarantee issued by a Macau SAR bank in favor of the Macau SAR in the amount of MOP1,000,000,000 (equivalent to approximately US$124,284,000) until 180 days after the earlier of the expiration or termination of the Concession; • the managing director of Melco Resorts Macau must be a permanent resident of the Macau SAR and must hold at least 15% of the registered share capital of Melco Resorts Macau; • any person who directly acquires voting rights in Melco Resorts Macau will be subject to authorization from the Macau government; • Melco Resorts Macau will be required to take the necessary measures to ensure that any person who directly or indirectly acquires more than 5% of the shares in Melco Resorts Macau would be subject to authorization from the Macau government, except when such acquisition is wholly made through the shares of publicly-listed companies tradable at a stock exchange; • any person who directly or indirectly acquires more than 5% of the shares in Melco Resorts Macau will be required to report the acquisition to the Macau government (except when such acquisition is wholly made through shares tradable on a stock exchange as a publicly-listed company); • the Macau government’s prior approval would be required for any recapitalization plan of Melco Resorts Macau; and • the Chief Executive of Macau could require the increase of Melco Resorts Macau’s share capital, if deemed necessary.
Set out below are the key terms in relation to ownership and capitalization under the Concession Contract: • the registered share capital and net asset value of Melco Resorts Macau cannot be less than MOP5,000,000,000 (equivalent to approximately US$625,279,969) and, to guarantee its performance of certain of its legal and contractual obligations, including labor obligations, Melco Resorts Macau must maintain a guarantee issued by a Macau SAR bank in favor of the Macau SAR in the amount of MOP1,000,000,000 (equivalent to approximately US$125,055,994) until 180 days after the earlier of the expiration or termination of the Concession; • the managing director of Melco Resorts Macau must be a permanent resident of the Macau SAR and must hold at least 15% of the registered share capital of Melco Resorts Macau; • any person who directly acquires voting rights in Melco Resorts Macau will be subject to authorization from the Macau government; • Melco Resorts Macau will be required to take the necessary measures to ensure that any person who directly or indirectly acquires more than 5% of the shares in Melco Resorts Macau would be subject to authorization from the Macau government, except when such acquisition is wholly made through the shares of publicly-listed companies tradable at a stock exchange; • any person who directly or indirectly acquires more than 5% of the shares in Melco Resorts Macau will be required to report the acquisition to the Macau government (except when such acquisition is wholly made through shares tradable on a stock exchange as a publicly-listed company); • the Macau government’s prior approval would be required for any recapitalization plan of Melco Resorts Macau; and • the Chief Executive of Macau could require the increase of Melco Resorts Macau’s share capital, if deemed necessary.
(3) 0.02% of the equity interests are owned by Studio City Holdings Five Limited. 119 Table of Contents (4) The remaining 5% of the equity interests are owned by MCO Nominee Two Limited. (5) 0.089% of the equity interests are owned by Melco International. See “Item 7. Major Shareholders and Related Party Transactions — A.
(3) 0.02% of the equity interests are owned by Studio City Holdings Five Limited. (4) The remaining 5% of the equity interests are owned by MCO Nominee Two Limited. (5) 0.089% of the equity interests are owned by Melco International. See “Item 7. Major Shareholders and Related Party Transactions — A.
Under Law no. 16/2022 and in accordance with the Secretary for Economy and Finance Dispatch no. 90/2022, a commission cap of 1.25% of net rolling has been in effect. Such commission cap was confirmed by the Macau government in 2022.
Under Law no. 16/2022 and in accordance with the Secretary for Economy and Finance Dispatch no. 90/2022, a commission cap 105 Table of Contents of 1.25% of net rolling has been in effect. Such commission cap was confirmed by the Macau government in 2022.
Furthermore, the concessionaires must annually submit to the DICJ a report on the execution of the plan for the promotion of responsible gaming of such year, as well as a plan for the promotion of responsible gaming for the subsequent year.
Furthermore, the concessionaires must annually submit to the DICJ a report on the execution of the plan for the promotion of responsible gambling of such year, as well as a plan for the promotion of responsible gambling for the subsequent year.
Transfers of property and credit rights of Melco Resorts Macau exceeding MOP100,000,000 (equivalent to approximately US$12,428,400) and loan agreements or similar arrangements executed by Melco Resorts Macau as borrower or creditor equal to or exceeding that amount are each subject to approval by the Macau SAR government, except for those loan agreements related to credit granted for gaming purposes.
Transfers of property and credit rights of Melco Resorts Macau exceeding MOP100,000,000 (equivalent to approximately US$12,505,599) and loan agreements or similar arrangements executed by Melco Resorts Macau as borrower or creditor equal to or exceeding that amount are each subject to approval by the Macau SAR government, except for those loan agreements related to credit granted for gaming purposes.
Individuals that fail to duly complete the required declaration may be subject to a fine (ranging from 1% to 5% of the amount that exceeds the amount determined by the order of the Chief Executive of Macau for declaration purposes, such fine being at least MOP1,000 (equivalent to approximately US$124) and not exceeding MOP500,000 (equivalent to approximately US$62,142)).
Individuals that fail to duly complete the required declaration may be subject to a fine (ranging from 1% to 5% of the amount that exceeds the amount determined by the order of the Chief Executive of Macau for declaration purposes, such fine being at least MOP1,000 (equivalent to approximately US$125) and not exceeding MOP500,000 (equivalent to approximately US$62,528)).
In accordance with such law, all individuals entering Macau with an amount in cash or negotiable instrument to the bearer equal to or higher than the amount determined by the order of the Chief Executive of Macau at MOP120,000 (equivalent to approximately US$14,914) will be required to declare such amount to the customs authorities.
In accordance with such law, all individuals entering Macau with an amount in cash or negotiable instrument to the bearer equal to or higher than the amount determined by the order of the Chief Executive of Macau at MOP120,000 (equivalent to approximately US$15,007) will be required to declare such amount to the customs authorities.
The execution of a contract between a concessionaire and a managing company pursuant to which the company assumes or may assume management powers relating to the concessionaire is prohibited and any such contract will be deemed null and void.
The execution of a contract 102 Table of Contents between a concessionaire and a managing company pursuant to which the company assumes or may assume management powers relating to the concessionaire is prohibited and any such contract will be deemed null and void.
If, after the completion of the execution of the investment plan under the Concession Contract, the total amount of expenses made by the concessionaire, directly or, with approval from the Macau government, indirectly, is lower than the global amount and the amount committed at the time of activation of the Incremental Investment Trigger, the concessionaire undertakes to use the remaining amount on projects correlated to its activity to be designated by the concessionaire and accepted by the Macau government and/or on projects that are designated by the Macau government with significant public benefit to Macau.
If, after the completion of the execution of the investment plan under the Concession Contract, the total amount of expenses made by the concessionaire, directly or, with approval from the Macau government, indirectly, is lower than the global committed amount, the concessionaire undertakes to use the remaining amount on projects correlated to its activity to be designated by the concessionaire and accepted by the Macau government and/or on projects that are designated by the Macau government with significant public benefit to Macau.
Any advantages or liberalities offered or provided, in Macau or abroad, directly or indirectly, to the gaming promoter by the concessionaire, a company in which the concession holds participation, or others with which the concessionaire is in a group relationship, shall be considered and calculated as commission and be 101 Table of Contents within such commission cap.
Any advantages or liberalities offered or provided, in Macau or abroad, directly or indirectly, to the gaming promoter by the concessionaire, a company in which the concession holds participation, or others with which the concessionaire is in a group relationship, shall be considered and calculated as commission and be within such commission cap.
The minimum salary requirement applies to all workers in Macau, except domestic helpers and special needs workers. Land Regulations Land in Macau is legally divided into plots. In most cases, private interests in real property located in Macau are obtained through long-term leases from the Macau government.
The minimum salary requirement applies to all workers in Macau, except domestic helpers and special needs workers. 111 Table of Contents Land Regulations Land in Macau is legally divided into plots. In most cases, private interests in real property located in Macau are obtained through long-term leases from the Macau government.
We have also applied for or registered in Macau, the Philippines, Cyprus and other jurisdictions certain other trademarks and service marks used or to be used in connection with the operations of our hotel casino projects in Macau, Manila and Cyprus. For our license or hotel management agreements that are required for our operations, see “Item 5.
We have also applied for or registered in Macau, the Philippines, Cyprus and other jurisdictions certain other trademarks and service marks used in connection with the operations of our hotel casino projects in Macau, the Philippines, Cyprus and Sri Lanka. For our license or hotel management agreements that are required for our operations, see “Item 5.
Our subsidiaries incorporated in Macau are subject to Macau complementary tax of up to 12% on profits earned in or derived from their activities conducted in Macau. Melco Resorts Macau applied for and was granted the benefit of a corporate tax holiday on Macau complementary tax (but not gaming tax) from 2017 through 2021.
Our subsidiaries incorporated in Macau are subject to Macau complementary tax of up to 12% on profits earned in or derived from their activities conducted in Macau. Melco Resorts Macau applied for and was granted the benefit of a complementary tax exemption on Macau complementary tax (but not gaming tax) from 2017 through 2022.
All concessionaires must pay a special gaming tax of 35% of gross gaming revenues, defined as all gaming revenues derived from casino or gaming areas, plus an annual gaming premium of: • MOP30 million (equivalent to approximately US$3.7 million) per annum fixed premium; • MOP300,000 (equivalent to approximately US$37,285) per annum per VIP gaming table; • MOP150,000 (equivalent to approximately US$18,643) per annum per mass market gaming table; and • MOP1,000 (equivalent to approximately US$124) per annum per electric or mechanical gaming subject to a minimum annual payment of an amount required for the operation of 500 gaming tables and 1,000 electronic gaming machines.
All concessionaires must pay a special gaming tax of 35% of gross gaming revenues, defined as all gaming revenues derived from casino or gaming areas, plus an annual gaming premium of: • MOP30 million (equivalent to approximately US$3.8 million) per annum fixed premium; • MOP300,000 (equivalent to approximately US$37,517) per annum per VIP gaming table; • MOP150,000 (equivalent to approximately US$18,758) per annum per mass market gaming table; and • MOP1,000 (equivalent to approximately US$125) per annum per electric or mechanical gaming subject to a minimum annual payment of an amount required for the operation of 500 gaming tables and 1,000 electronic gaming machines.
These are the only lawful and regulated casino operations in Cyprus. The Cyprus Gaming Commission also issues binding directions to Integrated Casino Resorts concerning its operations from time to time.
These are the only lawful and regulated casino operations in Cyprus. The CGC also issues binding directions to Integrated Casino Resorts concerning its operations from time to time.
In the event that the results of the review reveal non-compliance or lack of proactiveness in complying with the concession contracts, concessionaires should improve compliance within the deadline determined by the Secretary for Economy and Finance. 97 Table of Contents • The concessionaires registered share capital shall not be less than MOP5 billion (equivalent to approximately US$621.4 million) and during the term of the concession their net assets shall not be less than such amount.
In the event that the results of the review reveal non-compliance or lack of proactiveness in complying with the concession contracts, concessionaires should improve compliance within the deadline determined by the Secretary for Economy and Finance. • The concessionaires registered share capital shall not be less than MOP5 billion (equivalent to approximately US$625.3 million) and during the term of the concession their net assets shall not be less than such amount.
Melco Resorts Macau has undertaken to carry out incremental additional non-gaming investment in the amount of approximately 20% of its initial non-gaming investment, or MOP2,003.0 million (equivalent to approximately US$248.9 million), in the event Macau’s annual gross gaming revenue reaches MOP180.0 billion (equivalent to approximately US$22.37 billion), which occurred in 2023.
Melco Resorts Macau has undertaken to carry out incremental additional non-gaming investment in the amount of approximately 20% of its initial non-gaming investment, or MOP2,003.0 million (equivalent to approximately US$250.5 million), in the event Macau’s annual gross gaming revenue reaches MOP180.0 billion (equivalent to approximately US$22.51 billion), which occurred in 2023.
In addition, the Macau government granted one of our subsidiaries in Macau the complementary tax exemption until 2021 on profits generated from income received from Melco Resorts Macau, to the extent that such income is derived from Studio City gaming operations and has been subject to gaming tax.
In addition, the Macau government granted Studio City Entertainment the complementary tax exemption until 2021 on profits generated from income received from Melco Resorts Macau, to the extent that such income is derived from Studio City gaming operations and has been subject to gaming tax.
Pursuant to the Cyprus License, a casino tax of 15% is imposed on gross gaming revenues in Cyprus. These casino taxes are recorded as a casino expense in the consolidated statements of operations. C.
Pursuant to the Cyprus 123 Table of Contents License, a casino tax of 15% is imposed on gross gaming revenues in Cyprus. These casino taxes are recorded as a casino expense in the consolidated statements of operations.
A special premium may be due by Melco Resorts Macau in the event the average gross gaming revenue of Melco Resorts Macau’s gaming tables does not reach the annual minimum of MOP7,000,000 (equivalent to approximately US$869,988) and the average gross gaming revenue of the gaming machines does not reach the annual minimum of MOP300,000 (equivalent to approximately US$37,285).
A special premium may be due by Melco Resorts Macau in the event the average gross gaming revenue of Melco Resorts Macau’s gaming tables does not reach the annual minimum of MOP7,000,000 (equivalent to approximately US$875,392) and the average gross gaming revenue of the gaming machines does not reach the annual minimum of MOP300,000 (equivalent to approximately US$37,517).
In the event the relevant customs authorities find that the cash or negotiable instrument to the bearer carried by an individual while entering or exiting Macau may be associated with or result from any criminal activity, such incident shall be notified to the relevant criminal authorities and the relevant amounts shall be seized pending investigation. See “Item 3.
In the event the relevant customs authorities find that the cash or negotiable instrument to the bearer carried by an individual while entering or exiting Macau may be associated with or result 109 Table of Contents from any criminal activity, such incident shall be notified to the relevant criminal authorities and the relevant amounts shall be seized pending investigation.
Melco Resorts Macau was further granted such benefit for the period from January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2022. Melco Resorts Macau continues to benefit from the Macau Complementary Tax exemption on gaming profits for the period from January 1, 2023 to December 31, 2027 pursuant to a Dispatch of the Macau Chief Executive dated January 29, 2024.
Melco Resorts Macau continues to benefit from the Macau complementary tax exemption on gaming profits for the period from January 1, 2023 to December 31, 2027 pursuant to a Dispatch of the Chief Executive of Macau dated January 29, 2024. The non-gaming profits of Melco Resorts Macau remain subject to the Macau complementary tax.
The 1,329,679,067 shares outstanding include shares held by our depositary bank to facilitate the administration and operation of our share incentive plans. Such shares represent 1.39% of the Company’s outstanding shares as of March 15, 2024. For a description of our share incentive plans, see “Item 6. Directors, Senior Management and Employees — E.
The 1,276,540,382 shares outstanding include shares held by our depositary bank to facilitate the administration and operation of our share incentive plans. Such shares represent 1.36% of the Company’s outstanding shares as of March 15, 2025. For a description of our share incentive plans, see “Item 6. Directors, Senior Management and Employees — E.
Our operations are conducted by our subsidiaries. Investors may never directly hold equity interests in our operating subsidiaries. The following diagram illustrates our organizational structure, including the place of formation, ownership interest and affiliation of our significant subsidiaries, as of March 15, 2024: Notes: (1) Based on 1,329,679,067 shares outstanding as of March 15, 2024.
Our operations are conducted by our subsidiaries. Investors may never directly hold equity interests in our operating subsidiaries. 124 Table of Contents The following diagram illustrates our organizational structure, including the place of formation, ownership interest and affiliation of our significant subsidiaries, as of March 15, 2025: Notes: (1) Based on 1,276,540,382 shares outstanding as of March 15, 2025.
In addition to such penalties, certain accessory penalties may be applied, including closure of gaming areas, prohibition of the exercise of the activity of gaming promotion, collaborator or management of casinos, for a period of 1 month to 2 years, interdiction on applying for a gaming promoter license or collaborator authorization for a period of 1 to 2 years, judicial injunction or publication of the decision in two Macau newspapers (in Chinese and Portuguese, respectively) and through public notice. 102 Table of Contents Gaming Credit Regulations Macau Law no. 5/2004 has legalized the extension of gaming credit to patrons or gaming promoters by concessionaires.
In addition to such penalties, certain accessory penalties may be applied, including closure of gaming areas, prohibition of the exercise of the activity of gaming promotion, collaborator or management of casinos, for a period of 1 month to 2 106 Table of Contents years, interdiction on applying for a gaming promoter license or collaborator authorization for a period of 1 to 2 years, judicial injunction or publication of the decision in two Macau newspapers (in Chinese and Portuguese, respectively) and through public notice.
The Macau government granted to Altira Resorts in 2007, and COD Resorts, in 2011 and 2013, the declaration of utility purposes benefit in respect of Altira Macau, The Countdown, Nüwa and Grand Hyatt Macau hotel, pursuant to which they are entitled to a property tax holiday, for a period of 12 years, on any immovable property that they own or is operated by them.
These gaming taxes are an assessment on Melco Resorts Macau’s gaming revenue and are recorded as casino expense. 122 Table of Contents The Macau government granted to Altira Resorts in 2007, and COD Resorts, in 2011 and 2013, the declaration of utility purposes benefit in respect of Altira Macau, The Countdown, Nüwa and Grand Hyatt Macau hotel, pursuant to which they are entitled to a property tax holiday, for a period of 12 years, on any immovable property that they own or is operated by them.
The minimum investment amount is without prejudice to the activation of the mechanism for top-up investment, including investment projects related to gaming and non-gaming in areas such as international visitors, conventions and exhibitions, entertainment shows, sports events, culture and art, health and well-being, thematic entertainment, city of gastronomy, community tourism, maritime tourism, and others.
The minimum investment includes investment projects related to gaming and non-gaming in areas such as international visitors, conventions and exhibitions, entertainment shows, sports events, culture and art, health and well-being, thematic entertainment, city of gastronomy, community tourism, maritime tourism, and others.
The law makes money laundering or assisting in it a criminal offense and establishes a Financial Intelligence Unit (“FIU”). Casino operators are an obliged entity under the Cyprus AML Law. Integrated Casino Resorts is therefore required to have procedures in place for customer due diligence, recordkeeping and internal reporting and to appoint an appropriate person as money laundering compliance officer.
Casino operators are an obliged entity under the Cyprus AML Law. Integrated Casino Resorts is therefore required to have procedures in place for customer due diligence, recordkeeping and internal reporting and to appoint an appropriate person as money laundering compliance officer.
Intellectual Property We have applied for and/or registered certain trademarks, including “Melco,” “Morpheus,” “Altira,” “Mocha Club,” “City of Dreams,” “Nüwa,” “The Countdown,” “The House of Dancing Water,” “City of Dreams Manila,” “Studio City,” “Melco Resorts Philippines” and “Melco Resorts & Entertainment” in Macau, the Philippines, Cyprus and/or other jurisdictions.
Intellectual Property We have applied for, registered or have the right to use certain trademarks, including “Melco,” “Altira,” “Mocha Club,” “City of Dreams,” “Nüwa,” “The Countdown,” “Morpheus,” “House of Dancing Water,” “City of Dreams Manila,” “Studio City,” “Melco Resorts Philippines,” “C2”, “Melco Resorts & Entertainment,” “City of Dreams Mediterranean” and “City of Dreams Sri Lanka” in Macau, the Philippines, Cyprus, Sri Lanka and/or other jurisdictions.
However, the Macau government shall not impose any amendment that may result in an increase of the global investment amount and the amount committed at the time of activation of the Incremental Investment Trigger.
However, the Macau government shall not impose any amendment that may result in an increase of the global investment amount.
The franchise tax and license fees are an assessment on Melco Resorts Leisure’s gaming revenue and are recorded as casino expense in the consolidated statements of operations.
Melco Resorts Leisure is also subject to license fees in accordance with the PAGCOR charter. The franchise tax and license fees are an assessment on Melco Resorts Leisure’s gaming revenue and are recorded as casino expense in the consolidated statements of operations.
A proposed project in Osaka was awarded to MGM Resorts International and its joint venture partner Orix Corporation which is currently scheduled to open in 2030. In addition, several other Asian countries are considering or are in the process of legalizing gambling and establishing casino-based entertainment complexes. Seasonality Macau, our principal market of operation, experiences many peaks and seasonal effects.
In Japan, a proposed project in Osaka was awarded to MGM Resorts International and its joint venture partner Orix Corporation which is currently scheduled to open in 2030. In addition, several other Asian countries are considering or are in the process of legalizing gambling and establishing casino-based entertainment complexes, including Thailand and Sri Lanka.
Smoking Regulations Under the Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Law, as amended pursuant to Law no. 9/2017, smoking on casino premises is only permitted in authorized segregated smoking lounges with no gaming activities and such smoking lounges are required to meet certain standards determined by the Macau government. 103 Table of Contents Anti-Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing Regulations In conjunction with current gaming laws and regulations, we are required to comply with the laws and regulations relating to anti-money laundering activities in Macau.
Smoking Regulations Under the Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Law, as amended pursuant to Law no. 9/2017, smoking on casino premises is only permitted in authorized segregated smoking lounges with no gaming activities and such smoking lounges are required to meet certain standards determined by the Macau government.
Cybersecurity Regulations Law no. 13/2019, the Cybersecurity Law came into effect on December 21, 2019 and is intended to protect networks, systems and data of public and private operators of critical infra-structures, among which operators of games of chance in casino are included. 106 Table of Contents The cybersecurity system is composed of a Cybersecurity Commission, a Cybersecurity Alert and Response Incident Centre (“CARIC”) and cybersecurity supervisory entities.
Cybersecurity Regulations Law no. 13/2019, the Cybersecurity Law came into effect on December 21, 2019 and is intended to protect networks, systems and data of public and private operators of critical infra-structures, among which operators of games of chance in casino are included.
For gaming-related transactions in our Philippines operations, Melco Resorts Leisure currently enjoys exemptions from national, local, direct and indirect taxes, including VAT, in the Philippines pursuant to the PAGCOR charter and is subject to license fees which are inclusive of the 5% franchise tax payable to PAGCOR based on gross gaming revenue in the Philippines, in lieu of all other taxes.
For gaming-related transactions in our Philippines operations, Melco Resorts Leisure currently enjoys exemptions from national, local, direct and indirect taxes, including VAT, in the Philippines pursuant to the PAGCOR charter, as a result of its payment of the 5% franchise tax directly payable to the BIR based on gross gaming revenue in the Philippines.
Access to Casinos and Gaming Areas Regulations Under Law no. 10/2012, as amended pursuant to Law no. 17/2018, the minimum age required for entrance into casinos in Macau is 21 years of age. The director of the DICJ may authorize employees under 21 years of age to temporarily enter casinos or gaming areas, after considering their special technical qualifications.
Access to Casinos and Gaming Areas Regulations Under Law no. 10/2012, as amended pursuant to Law no. 17/2018, the minimum age required for entrance into casinos in Macau is 21 years of age.
The concessionaires may continue to operate games of chance in casinos by means of a contract in properties that are not owned by them for a period of three years from January 1, 2023 under authorization of the Chief Executive of Macau.
Premises owned by a concessionaire will revert to the Macau government without compensation upon the concession expiration or earlier termination. The concessionaires may continue to operate games of chance in casinos in properties that are not owned by them for a period of three years from January 1, 2023 under authorization of the Chief Executive of Macau.
The commission cap regulations impose fines, ranging from MOP2,000,000 (equivalent to approximately US$248,568) up to MOP5,000,000 (equivalent to approximately US$621,420) on concessionaires that do not comply with the cap and other fines, ranging from MOP600,000 (equivalent to approximately US$74,570) up to MOP1,500,000 (equivalent to approximately US$186,426) on concessionaires that do not comply with their reporting obligations regarding commission payments.
The commission cap regulations impose fines, ranging from MOP2,000,000 (equivalent to approximately US$250,112) up to MOP5,000,000 (equivalent to approximately US$625,280) on concessionaires that do not comply with the cap and other fines, ranging from MOP600,000 (equivalent to approximately US$75,034) up to MOP1,500,000 (equivalent to approximately US$187,584) on concessionaires that do not comply with their reporting obligations regarding commission payments.
The investment plan includes gaming and non-gaming related projects in the expansion of foreign market patrons, conventions and exhibitions, entertainment shows, sports events, art and culture, health and well-being, thematic entertainment, gastronomy, community and maritime tourism and others.
The Concession Contract requires us to make a minimum investment in Macau of MOP11,823.7 million (equivalent to approximately US$1.48 billion). The investment plan includes gaming and non-gaming related projects in the expansion of foreign market patrons, conventions and exhibitions, entertainment shows, sports events, art and culture, health and well-being, thematic entertainment, gastronomy, community and maritime tourism and others.
The “Golden Week” and “Chinese New Year” holidays are in general the key periods where business and visitation increase considerably in Macau.
Seasonality Macau, our principal market of operation, experiences many peaks and seasonal effects. The “Golden Week” and “Chinese New Year” holidays are in general the key periods where business and visitation increase considerably in Macau.
The core functions of the DICJ are: • to collaborate in the definition of gaming policies; • to supervise and monitor the activities of the concessionaires; • to investigate and monitor the continuing suitability and financial capacity requirements of concessionaires and gaming promoters; • to issue licenses to gaming promoters; • to license and certify gaming equipment; and • to issue directives and recommend practices with respect to the ordinary operation of casinos. 96 Table of Contents Below are the main features of the Macau Gaming Operations Law, including amended provisions, as supplemented by Administrative Regulation no. 26/2001 (as amended in July 2022 pursuant to Administrative Regulation no. 28/2022), that are currently applicable to our business. • If we breach the Macau Gaming Operations Law, Melco Resorts Macau’s Concession Contract could be limited, conditioned, suspended or revoked, subject to compliance with certain statutory and regulatory procedures.
Below are the main features of the Macau Gaming Operations Law, including amended provisions, as supplemented by Administrative Regulation no. 26/2001 (as amended in July 2022 pursuant to Administrative Regulation no. 28/2022), that are currently applicable to our business. • If we breach the Macau Gaming Operations Law, Melco Resorts Macau’s Concession Contract could be limited, conditioned, suspended or revoked, subject to compliance with certain statutory and regulatory procedures.
We employ internal controls and procedures designed to help ensure that our gaming and other operations are conducted in a professional manner and in compliance with internal control requirements issued by the DICJ set forth in its instruction on anti-money laundering, the applicable laws and regulations in Macau, as well as the requirements set forth in the Concession Contract.
Pursuant to the legal requirements above, if the customer provides all required information, after submitting the reports, we may continue to deal with those customers that were reported to the DICJ and, in case of suspicious transactions, to the Macau Finance Information Bureau. 108 Table of Contents We employ internal controls and procedures designed to help ensure that our gaming and other operations are conducted in a professional manner and in compliance with internal control requirements issued by the DICJ set forth in its instruction on anti-money laundering, the applicable laws and regulations in Macau, as well as the requirements set forth in the Concession Contract.

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Net cash provided by financing activities of US$1.78 billion for the year ended December 31, 2022 was primarily due to (i) the proceeds from drawdown of the revolving credit facility under the 2020 Credit Facilities of US$1.50 billion and (ii) the proceeds from the issuance of the 2027 Studio City Notes of US$350.0 million, which priced at 100.0% of the principal amount, (iii) net proceeds from issuance of shares of subsidiaries of US$134.1 million, which were offset in part by (iv) repurchase of shares of US$189.2 million and (v) the payments of deferred financing costs of US$8.0 million.
Net cash provided by financing activities of US$1.78 billion for the year ended December 31, 2022 was primarily due to (i) the proceeds from drawdown of the revolving credit facility under the 2020 Credit Facilities of US$1.50 billion, (ii) the proceeds from the issuance of the 2027 Studio City Notes of US$350.0 million, which priced at 100.0% of the principal amount, and (iii) net proceeds from issuance of shares of subsidiaries of US$134.1 million, which were offset in part by (iv) repurchase of shares of US$189.2 million and (v) the payments of deferred financing costs of US$8.0 million.
The gaming tax for our gaming concession in Macau and the Cyprus License and the license fee for the Philippine License as disclosed in note 21(b) to the consolidated financial statements included elsewhere in this annual report are not included in this table as the amount is variable in nature.
The gaming tax for our gaming concession in Macau, the Cyprus License and the license fee for the Philippine License as disclosed in note 21(b) to the consolidated financial statements included elsewhere in this annual report are not included in this table as the amount is variable in nature.
Business and economic conditions, the legal enforceability of gaming debts, foreign currency control measures or other significant events in foreign countries could affect the collectability of receivables from customers and gaming promoters residing in these countries. Accounts receivable, including casino, hotel and other receivables, are typically non-interest bearing and are recorded at amortized cost.
Business and economic conditions, the legal enforceability of gaming debts, foreign currency control measures or other significant events in these countries could affect the collectability of receivables from customers and gaming promoters residing in these countries. Accounts receivable, including casino, hotel and other receivables, are typically non-interest bearing and are recorded at amortized cost.
Mocha and Other Effective from June 27, 2022, the Grand Dragon Casino, a casino on Taipa Island, Macau, which focuses on mass market table games and which was previously reported under the Corporate and Other segment, has been included in the Mocha and Other segment as a result of the change of terms of the right-to-use agreement for the Grand Dragon Casino.
Mocha and Other Effective from June 27, 2022, the Grand Dragon Casino, a casino on Taipa Island, Macau, which focuses on mass market table games and which was previously reported under the Corporate and Other category, has been included in the Mocha and Other segment as a result of the change of terms of the right-to-use agreement for the Grand Dragon Casino.
The use of Adjusted Property EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA has material limitations as an analytical tool, as Adjusted Property EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA do not include all items that impact our net income/loss. Investors are encouraged to review the reconciliation of the historical non-GAAP financial measure to its most directly comparable GAAP financial measure.
The use of Adjusted Property EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA has material limitations as an analytical tool, as Adjusted Property EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA do not include all items that impact our net income/loss. Investors are encouraged to review the reconciliation of the historical non-GAAP financial measure to its most directly comparable GAAP financial measure. B.
Goodwill and Purchased Intangible Assets We review the carrying value of goodwill and purchased intangible assets with indefinite useful lives for impairment at least on an annual basis or whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value may not be recoverable.
We review the carrying value of goodwill and intangible assets with indefinite useful lives for impairment at least on an annual basis or whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value may not be recoverable.
In addition, we also purchase gaming tables and gaming machines and enter into licensing agreements for the use of certain trade names and, in the case of the gaming machines, the right to use software in connection therewith. These include a license to use a jackpot system for the gaming machines.
In addition, we also purchase gaming tables and gaming machines and enter into licensing agreements for the use of certain trademarks and trade names and, in the case of the gaming machines, the right to use software in connection therewith. These include a license to use a jackpot system for the gaming machines.
Each of Melco Resorts Macau and Studio City Company has a corporate rating of “BB-” and “B+” with a positive outlook by Standard & Poor’s, respectively, and each of Melco Resorts Finance and Studio City Finance has a corporate rating of “Ba3” and “B1” with a stable outlook by Moody’s Investors Service, respectively.
Each of Melco Resorts Macau and Studio City Company has a corporate rating of “BB-” and “B+” with a stable outlook by Standard & Poor’s, respectively, and each of Melco Resorts Finance and Studio City Finance has a corporate rating of “Ba3” and “B1” with a stable outlook by Moody’s Investors Service, respectively.
Investing Activities Net cash used in investing activities was US$48.5 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to net cash used in investing activities of US$806.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2022.
Net cash used in investing activities was US$48.5 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to US$806.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2022.
Effective January 1, 2023, the Macau government has transferred the Reversion Assets to us for usage in our operations during the duration of the Concession Contract for a fee of MOP750.00 (equivalent to approximately US$93) per square meter for years 1 to 3 of the Concession Contract, subject to consumer price index increase in years 2 and 3 of the concession.
Effective January 1, 2023, the Macau government has transferred the Reversion Assets to us for usage in our operations during the duration of the Concession Contract for a fee of MOP750.00 (equivalent to approximately US$94) per square meter for years 1 to 3 of the Concession Contract, subject to consumer price index increase in years 2 and 3 of the concession.
Business Overview — Regulations — Macau Regulations — Restrictions on Distribution of Profits Regulations.” See also “Item 8. Financial Information — A. Consolidated Statements and Other Financial Information — Dividend Policy” and note 18 to the consolidated financial statements included elsewhere in this annual report. C. RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT, PATENTS AND LICENSES, ETC.
Information on the Company — B. Business Overview — Regulations — Macau Regulations — Restrictions on Distribution of Profits Regulations.” See also “Item 8. Financial Information — A. Consolidated Statements and Other Financial Information — Dividend Policy” and note 18 to the consolidated financial statements included elsewhere in this annual report. C. RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT, PATENTS AND LICENSES, ETC.
Financing Activities Net cash used in financing activities of US$1.13 billion for the year ended December 31, 2023 was primarily due to (i) the repayments of outstanding revolving credit facility under the 2020 Credit Facilities of US$2.10 billion, (ii) settlement of the 2025 Studio City Notes Tender Offer of US$97.5 million, (iii) repurchase of shares of US$169.8 million, where were offset in part by (iv) the proceeds from the drawdown of the revolving credit facility under the 2020 Credit Facilities of US$1.25 billion.
Net cash used in financing activities of US$1.13 billion for the year ended December 31, 2023 was primarily due to (i) the repayments of outstanding revolving credit facility under the 2020 Credit Facilities of US$2.10 billion, (ii) settlement of the 2025 Studio City Notes Tender Offer (2023) of US$97.5 million and (iii) repurchase of shares of US$169.8 million, which were offset in part by (iv) the proceeds from the drawdown of the revolving credit facility under the 2020 Credit Facilities of US$1.25 billion.
For further details of the above indebtedness, see note 11 to the consolidated financial statements included elsewhere in this annual report, which includes information regarding the type of debt facilities used, the extent to which borrowings are at fixed rates, the maturity profile of debt, the currency and interest rate 135 Table of Contents structure, the charge on our assets and the nature and extent of any restrictions on our ability, and the ability of our subsidiaries, to transfer funds as cash dividends, loans or advances.
For further details of the above indebtedness, see note 11 to the consolidated financial statements included elsewhere in this annual report, which includes information regarding the type of debt facilities used, the extent to which borrowings are at fixed rates, the maturity profile of debt, the currency and interest rate structure, the charge on our assets and the nature and extent of any restrictions on our ability, and the ability of our subsidiaries, to transfer funds as cash dividends, loans or advances.
For further details for our commitments and contingencies, see note 21 to the consolidated financial statements included elsewhere in this annual report. Our total long-term indebtedness and other contractual obligations as of December 31, 2023 are summarized below.
For further details for our commitments and contingencies, see note 21 to the consolidated financial statements included elsewhere in this annual report. Our total long-term indebtedness and other contractual obligations as of December 31, 2024 are summarized below.
We expect to have significant capital expenditures in the future as we continue to maintain, enhance and develop our properties in Macau, the Philippines and Cyprus as well as pursue potential growth opportunities in existing and new jurisdictions.
We expect to have significant capital expenditures in the future as we continue to maintain, enhance and develop our properties in Macau, the Philippines, Cyprus and Sri Lanka as well as pursue potential growth opportunities in existing and new jurisdictions.
City of Dreams Mediterranean officially opened to the public on July 10, 2023, after the soft opening in June. The Company continues to operate three satellite casinos in Cyprus in conjunction with City of Dreams Mediterranean.
City of Dreams Mediterranean and Other. City of Dreams Mediterranean officially opened to the public on July 10, 2023, after the soft opening in June. The Company continues to operate three satellite casinos in Cyprus in conjunction with City of Dreams Mediterranean.
Major currencies in which our cash and bank balances (including restricted cash) were held as of December 31, 2023 were the U.S. dollar, H.K. dollar, Euro, Philippine peso and Pataca.
Major currencies in which our cash and bank balances (including restricted cash) were held as of December 31, 2024 were the U.S. dollar, H.K. dollar, Euro, Philippine peso and Pataca.
When performing the impairment analysis for goodwill and intangible assets with indefinite lives, we may first perform a qualitative assessment to determine whether it is necessary to perform a quantitative impairment test.
When performing the impairment analysis for goodwill and intangible assets with indefinite lives, we will first perform a qualitative assessment to determine whether it is necessary to perform a quantitative impairment test.
The fee will increase to MOP2,500.00 (equivalent to approximately US$311) per square meter for years 4 to 10 of the concession, subject to consumer price index increase in years 5 to 10 of the concession.
The fee will increase to MOP2,500.00 (equivalent to approximately US$313) per square meter for years 4 to 10 of the concession, subject to consumer price index increase in years 5 to 10 of the concession.
Cyprus City of Dreams Mediterranean and Other Effective from June 12, 2023, with the soft opening of City of Dreams Mediterranean, the Cyprus Operations segment which previously included the operation of the temporary casino before its closure on June 9, 2023 and the licensed satellite casinos in Cyprus, has been renamed to City of Dreams Mediterranean and Other segment which includes the operation of City of Dreams Mediterranean and the licensed satellite casinos in Cyprus.
Cyprus City of Dreams Mediterranean and Other Effective from June 12, 2023, with the soft opening of City of Dreams Mediterranean, the Cyprus Operations segment which previously included the operation of the temporary casino before its closure on June 9, 127 Table of Contents 2023 and the licensed satellite casinos in Cyprus, has been renamed to City of Dreams Mediterranean and Other segment which includes the operation of City of Dreams Mediterranean and the licensed satellite casinos in Cyprus.
In the rolling chip market segment, customers purchase identifiable chips known as non-negotiable chips, or rolling chips, from the casino cage, and there is no deposit into a gaming table’s drop box for rolling chips purchased from the cage. Rolling chip volume and mass market table games drop are not equivalent.
In the rolling chip market segment, customers purchase identifiable chips known as non-negotiable chips, or rolling chips, from the casino cage, and there is no deposit into a gaming table’s drop box for rolling 130 Table of Contents chips purchased from the cage. Rolling chip volume and mass market table games drop are not equivalent.
If the carrying value of the reporting unit exceeds its fair value, we would recognize an impairment for the amount by which the carrying value exceeds the reporting unit’s fair value, limited to the total amount of goodwill allocated to that reporting unit.
If the carrying value of the reporting unit exceeds its fair value, we will recognize an impairment for the amount by which the carrying value exceeds the reporting unit’s fair value, limited to the total amount of goodwill allocated to that reporting unit.
We expect to incur significant capital expenditures for the ongoing enhancement and maintenance of our Macau properties, City of Dreams Manila and City of Dreams Mediterranean. We intend to finance these projects through our operating cash flow and existing cash balances as well as equity or debt financings.
We expect to incur significant capital expenditures for the ongoing enhancement and maintenance of our Macau properties, City of Dreams Manila and City of Dreams Mediterranean and development of City of Dreams Sri Lanka. We intend to finance these projects through our operating cash flow and existing cash balances as well as equity or debt financings.
In addition, City of Dreams Mediterranean had approximately 500 guest rooms and suites as of December 31, 2023 and features a variety of premium dining outlets and luxury retail.
In addition, City of Dreams Mediterranean had approximately 500 guest rooms and suites as of December 31, 2024 and features a variety of premium dining outlets and luxury retail.
Goodwill and purchased intangible assets with indefinite useful lives as at December 31, 2023 and 2022 was associated with Mocha Clubs, a reporting unit, which arose from the acquisition of Mocha Slot Group Limited and its subsidiaries by our Company in 2006.
Goodwill and intangible assets with indefinite useful lives as at December 31, 2024 and 2023 was associated with Mocha Clubs, a reporting unit, which arose from the acquisition of Mocha Slot Group Limited and its subsidiaries by our Company in 2006.
For a discussion of our results of operations for the year ended December 31, 2022 compared with the year ended December 31, 2021, see “Item 5. Operating and Financial Review and Prospects — A.
For a discussion of our results of operations for the year ended December 31, 2023 compared with the year ended December 31, 2022, see “Item 5. Operating and Financial Review and Prospects — A.
See also “— Other Financing and Liquidity Matters” below for details of the maturity profile of debt and “Item 11. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk” for further understanding of our hedging of interest rate risk and foreign exchange risk exposure.
See also “— Other Financing and 142 Table of Contents Liquidity Matters” below for details of the maturity profile of debt and “Item 11. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk” for further understanding of our hedging of interest rate risk and foreign exchange risk exposure.
Consolidated Statements and Other Financial Information — Dividend Policy.” There are no regulatory or foreign exchange restrictions or limitations on our ability to transfer cash within our corporate group, or to declare dividends to holders of our ADSs, except that Melco Resorts Macau must notify the Macau Chief Executive five business days in advance of any decision related to internal funds transfer in an amount greater than MOP2.5 billion (equivalent to approximately US$310.7 million), seek Macau government consent to grant or receive any loan in the amount of MOP100 million (equivalent to approximately US$12.4 million) and our subsidiaries incorporated in Macau are required to set aside a specified amount of the entity’s profit after tax as a legal reserve which is not distributable to the shareholders of such subsidiaries and authorization is required in the Philippines for inward and outward transfers of Philippine pesos above a certain amount.
Consolidated Statements and Other Financial Information — Dividend Policy.” There are no regulatory or foreign exchange restrictions or limitations on our ability to transfer cash within our corporate group, or to declare dividends to holders of our ADSs, except that Melco Resorts Macau must notify the Chief Executive of Macau five business days in advance of any decision related to dividend distribution in an amount greater than MOP500 million (equivalent to approximately US$62.5 million), seek Macau government consent to grant or receive any loan in the amount of MOP100 million (equivalent to approximately US$12.5 million) and our subsidiaries incorporated in Macau are required to set aside a specified amount of the entity’s profit after tax as a legal reserve which is not distributable to the shareholders of such subsidiaries and authorization is required in the Philippines for inward and outward transfers of Philippine pesos above a certain amount.
The existing waiver remains valid in respect of the relevant periods ending on the December 31, 2022 test date, and the waiver extension granted extends that waiver for all relevant periods to and including the March 31, 2024 test date.
The existing waiver remains valid in respect of the relevant periods ending on the December 31, 2022 test date, and the waiver extension granted extends that waiver for all relevant 128 Table of Contents periods to and including the March 31, 2024 test date.
See note 2 to the consolidated financial statements for further information on significant accounting policies. 145 Table of Contents
See note 2 to the consolidated financial statements for further information on significant accounting policies. 150 Table of Contents
The wet stage performance theater with approximately 2,000 seats features The House of Dancing Water which has been temporarily closed since June 2020 and is expected to re-open in late 2024. The Para nightclub offers approximately 2,232 square meters (equivalent to approximately 24,025 square feet) of live entertainment space.
The wet stage performance theater with approximately 2,000 seats features House of Dancing Water which has been temporarily closed since June 2020 and is currently expected to re-open in May 2025. The Para nightclub offers approximately 2,232 square meters (equivalent to approximately 24,025 square feet) of live entertainment space.
As of December 31, 2023, we held cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash (mainly being cash collateral for concession-related guarantees issued to the Macau Government and security under credit facilities) of US$1.31 billion and US$125.1 million, respectively.
As of December 31, 2024, we held cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash (mainly being cash collateral for concession-related guarantees issued to the Macau Government and security under credit facilities) of US$1.15 billion and US$125.9 million, respectively.
OPERATING RESULTS Operations Our primary business segments consist of: Macau City of Dreams In 2023, City of Dreams had an average of approximately 430 gaming tables and approximately 628 gaming machines. Morpheus offers approximately 783 rooms, suites and villas.
OPERATING RESULTS Operations Our primary business segments consist of: Macau City of Dreams In 2024, City of Dreams had an average of approximately 430 gaming tables and approximately 613 gaming machines. Morpheus offers approximately 783 rooms, suites and villas.
See “— Other Financing and Liquidity Matters” below for more information. 133 Table of Contents The following table sets forth our capital expenditures incurred by segment on an accrual basis for the years ended December 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021.
See “— Other Financing and Liquidity Matters” below for more information. The following table sets forth our capital expenditures incurred by segment on an accrual basis for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022.
We are also required to comply with the investment plan which forms part of the gaming concession contract in Macau in the amount of MOP11,823.7 million (equivalent to approximately US$1.47 billion), of which MOP10,008.0 million (equivalent to approximately US$1.24 billion) is to be invested in non-gaming projects per the terms of the concession contract, and incremental additional non-gaming investment in the amount of approximately 20% of our initial non-gaming investment, or MOP2,003.0 million (equivalent to approximately US$248.9 million), in the event the Incremental Investment Trigger is triggered.
We are also required to comply with the investment plan which forms part of the gaming concession contract in Macau in the amount of MOP11,823.7 million (equivalent to approximately US$1.48 billion), of which MOP10,008.0 million (equivalent to approximately US$1.25 billion) is to be invested in non-gaming projects per the terms of the concession contract, and incremental additional non-gaming investment in the amount of approximately 20% of our initial non-gaming investment, or MOP2,003.0 million (equivalent to approximately US$250.5 million), in the event the Incremental Investment Trigger is triggered.
In addition, City of Dreams includes approximately 41 restaurants and bars, 120 Table of Contents approximately 162 retail outlets, a wet stage performance theater, recreation and leisure facilities, including health and fitness clubs, swimming pools, spas and salons and banquet and meeting facilities.
In addition, City of Dreams includes approximately 41 restaurants and bars, approximately 149 retail outlets, a wet stage performance theater, recreation and leisure facilities, including health and fitness clubs, swimming pools, spas and salons and banquet and meeting facilities.
Our expected range was 2.85% to 3.15%. The significant fluctuation on the rolling chip win rate resulted from low gaming volumes in the rolling chip segment.
Our expected range was 132 Table of Contents 2.85% to 3.15%. The significant fluctuation on the rolling chip win rate resulted from low gaming volumes in the rolling chip segment.
The SC ADSs are listed on the New York Stock Exchange, and we owned approximately 54.9% of SCI’s total issued and outstanding shares as of March 15, 2024. In 2023, Studio City had an average of approximately 246 gaming tables and 661 gaming machines.
The SC ADSs are listed on the New York Stock Exchange, and we owned approximately 54.9% of SCI’s total issued and outstanding shares as of March 15, 2025. In 2024, Studio City had an average of approximately 251 gaming tables and 709 gaming machines.
Net loss attributable to Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited As a result of the foregoing, we had net loss attributable to Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited of US$326.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to net loss attributable to Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited of US$930.5 million for the year ended December 31, 2022.
Net income/loss attributable to Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited As a result of the foregoing, we had net income attributable to Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited of US$43.5 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to net loss attributable to Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited of US$326.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2023.
As Macau’s annual gross gaming revenue exceeded MOP180.0 billion (equivalent to approximately US$22.37 billion) in 2023, the Incremental Investment Trigger was triggered in 2023, thereby increasing our non-gaming investment by MOP2,003.0 million (equivalent to approximately US$248.9 million), with the overall investment amount increased to MOP13,826.7 million (equivalent to approximately US$1.72 billion) to be carried out by December 2032.
As Macau’s annual gross gaming revenue exceeded MOP180.0 billion (equivalent to approximately US$22.51 billion) in 2023, the Incremental Investment Trigger was triggered in 2023, thereby increasing our non-gaming investment by MOP2,003.0 million (equivalent to approximately US$250.5 million), with the overall investment amount increased to MOP13,826.7 million (equivalent to approximately US$1.73 billion) to be carried out by December 2032.
Actual rates will vary. (3) See note 12 to the consolidated financial statements included elsewhere in this annual report for further details on these lease liabilities.
(3) See note 12 to the consolidated financial statements included elsewhere in this annual report for further details on these lease liabilities.
For the years ended December 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021, operating revenues generated from our operations in Cyprus amounted to US$159.4 million, US$91.3 million and US$52.6 million, representing 4.2%, 6.8% and 2.6% of our total operating revenues, respectively.
For the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022, operating revenues generated from our operations in Cyprus amounted to US$234.6 million, US$159.4 million and US$91.3 million, representing 5.1%, 4.2% and 6.8% of our total operating revenues, respectively.
Our total payments for capitalized construction costs and acquisition of property and equipment were US$257.0 million and US$609.6 million for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively. Such expenditures were mainly associated with our development projects, as well as enhancement to our integrated resort offerings.
Our total payments for capitalized construction costs and acquisition of property and equipment were US$261.9 million and US$257.0 million for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively. Such expenditures were mainly associated with our development projects, as well as enhancement of our integrated resort offerings.
For the years ended December 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021, operating revenues generated from Altira Macau amounted to US$110.8 million, US$32.6 million and US$56.2 million, representing 2.9%, 2.4% and 2.8% of our total operating revenues, respectively.
For the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022, operating revenues generated from Altira Macau amounted to US$125.1 million, US$110.8 million and US$32.6 million, representing 2.7%, 2.9% and 2.4% of our total operating revenues, respectively.
(6) In addition to amounts included in the table above, in connection with the Concession Contract, Melco Resorts Macau committed to an overall investment of MOP11,823.7 million (equivalent to approximately US$1.47 billion) and incremental additional non-gaming investment in the amount of approximately 20% of its initial non-gaming investment, or MOP2,003.0 million (equivalent to approximately US$248.9 million), in the event Macau’s annual gross gaming revenue reaches MOP180.0 billion (equivalent to approximately US$22.37 billion) (the “Incremental Investment Trigger”).
(6) In addition to amounts included in the table above, in connection with the Concession Contract, Melco Resorts Macau committed to an overall investment of MOP11,823.7 million (equivalent to approximately US$1.48 billion) and incremental additional non-gaming investment in the amount of approximately 20% of its initial non-gaming investment, or MOP2,003.0 million (equivalent to approximately US$250.5 million), in the event Macau’s annual gross gaming revenue reaches MOP180.0 billion (equivalent to approximately US$22.51 billion).
Nüwa, which was under renovation since early 2020 and re-opened at the end of March 2021 offers approximately 286 guest rooms and the Grand Hyatt Macau hotel offers approximately 763 guest rooms. The Countdown is expected to undergo renovations as part of its rebranding.
Nüwa, which was under renovation since early 2020 and re-opened at the end of March 2021, offers approximately 286 guest rooms, suites and villas, and the Grand Hyatt Macau hotel offers approximately 763 guest rooms and suites. The Countdown is currently undergoing renovations as part of its rebranding.
Exchange Controls.” As of December 31, 2023, we had capital commitments mainly for the construction and acquisition of property and equipment for Studio City and City of Dreams totaling US$51.9 million. In addition, we have contingent liabilities arising in the ordinary course of business.
Exchange Controls.” As of December 31, 2024, we had capital commitments mainly for the construction and acquisition of property and equipment for Studio City, City of Dreams and Sri Lanka Casino totaling US$101.9 million. In addition, we have contingent liabilities arising in the ordinary course of business.
Net loss attributable to Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited for the year ended December 31, 2023 was US$326.9 million, as compared to net loss of US$930.5 million for the year ended December 31, 2022.
Net income attributable to Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited for the year ended December 31, 2024 was US$43.5 million, as compared to net loss of US$326.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2023.
More supply of integrated resorts in the Cotai region of Macau and in Entertainment City of the Philippines will intensify the competition in the business that we operate.
More supply of such facilities in the Cotai region of Macau and in Entertainment City of the Philippines will intensify the competition in the business that we operate.
For the years ended December 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021, operating revenues generated from City of Dreams Manila amounted to US$495.1 million, US$396.4 million and US$268.6 million, representing 13.1%, 29.4% and 13.3% of our total operating revenues, respectively.
For the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022, operating revenues generated from City of Dreams Manila amounted to US$472.3 million, US$495.1 million and US$396.4 million, representing 10.2%, 13.1% and 29.4% of our total operating revenues, respectively.
As of December 31, 2023 and 2022, the Company’s allowances for casino credit losses were 64.4% and 80.0% of gross casino accounts receivable, respectively. At December 31, 2023, a 100 basis-point change in the estimated allowance for credit losses as a percentage of casino receivables would change the allowance for credit losses by approximately US$2.4 million.
As of December 31, 2024 and 2023, the Company’s allowances for casino credit losses were 48.2% and 64.4% of gross casino accounts receivable, respectively. As of December 31, 2024, a 100 basis-point change in the estimated allowances for credit losses as a percentage of casino receivables would change the allowances for credit losses by approximately US$2.7 million.
MCO Nominee One paid a customary fee to all consenting lenders in relation to such consent and such consent has become effective upon receipt of the consent fee by the facility agent. • On December 16, 2022, the maturity date of the 2015 Credit Facilities was extended to June 24, 2024 pursuant to an extension request letter. • During the year ended December 31, 2022, MCO Nominee One drew down US$820.0 million and HK$5.31 billion (equivalent to US$679.8 million) in aggregate on a net basis under the 2020 Credit Facilities. • On January 1, 2023, we recognized an intangible asset and financial liability of US$239.6 million, representing the right to use and operate the gaming and gaming support areas comprising the Altira casino, City of Dreams Casino and Studio City Casino, and related gaming equipment and utensils, the right to conduct games of fortunes and chance in Macau and the unconditional obligation to make payments under the Concession Contract. • In March 2023, we repurchased 40,373,076 ordinary shares from Melco Leisure for an aggregate purchase price of approximately US$169.8 million. • On April 6, 2023, we opened an indoor water park and the Epic Tower, at Studio City Phase 2. • On June 28, 2023, we recognized an intangible asset of US$73.9 million and financial liability of US$73.1 million representing the right under the Cyprus License and the unconditional obligation to pay a minimum annual license fee for City of Dreams Mediterranean and an aggregate annual license fee for three operating satellite casinos during the term of the Cyprus License from June 28, 2023. • On July 10, 2023, City of Dreams Mediterranean officially opened to the public, after a soft opening in June. • On September 8, 2023, we opened W Macau at Studio City Phase 2. 123 Table of Contents • On November 28, 2023, Studio City Finance settled the 2025 Studio City Notes Tender Offer for the aggregate principal amount of US$100.0 million of the 2025 Studio City Notes. • During the year ended December 31, 2023, MCO Nominee One repaid US$820.0 million and HK$206.0 million (equivalent to US$29.6 million) in aggregate on a net basis along with accrued interest under the 2020 Credit Facilities.
MCO Nominee One paid a customary fee to all consenting lenders in relation to such consent and such consent has become effective upon receipt of the consent fee by the facility agent. • On December 16, 2022, the maturity date of the 2015 Credit Facilities was extended to June 24, 2024 pursuant to an extension request letter. • During the year ended December 31, 2022, MCO Nominee One drew down US$820.0 million and HK$5.31 billion (equivalent to US$679.8 million) in aggregate on a net basis under the 2020 Credit Facilities. • On January 1, 2023, we recognized an intangible asset and financial liability of US$239.6 million, representing the right to use and operate the gaming and gaming support areas comprising the Altira casino, City of Dreams Casino and Studio City Casino, and related gaming equipment and utensils, the right to conduct games of fortunes and chance in Macau and the unconditional obligation to make payments under the Concession Contract. • In March 2023, we repurchased 40,373,076 ordinary shares from Melco Leisure for an aggregate purchase price of approximately US$169.8 million. • On April 6, 2023, we opened an indoor water park and the Epic Tower, at Studio City Phase 2. • On June 28, 2023, we recognized an intangible asset of US$73.9 million and financial liability of US$73.1 million representing the right under the Cyprus License and the unconditional obligation to pay a minimum annual license fee for City of Dreams Mediterranean and an aggregate annual license fee for three operating satellite casinos during the term of the Cyprus License from June 28, 2023. • On July 10, 2023, City of Dreams Mediterranean officially opened to the public, after a soft opening in June. • On September 8, 2023, we opened W Macau at Studio City Phase 2. • On November 28, 2023, Studio City Finance settled the 2025 Studio City Notes Tender Offer (2023) for the aggregate principal amount of US$100.0 million of the 2025 Studio City Notes. • During the year ended December 31, 2023, MCO Nominee One repaid US$820.0 million and HK$206.0 million (equivalent to US$29.6 million) in aggregate on a net basis along with accrued interest under the 2020 Credit Facilities. • On March 27, 2024, the Sri Lanka Ministry of Finance, Economic Stabilization & National Policies granted the Sri Lanka License to our subsidiary, Bluehaven Services to operate a casino business (“Sri Lanka Casino”) for a term of 20 years effective from April 1, 2024 in an integrated resort under development at that time by Waterfront Properties, a subsidiary of John Keells, an independent third party, in Colombo, Sri Lanka which will be rebranded as City of Dreams Sri Lanka.
In 2023, Mocha Clubs had an average of approximately 874 gaming machines in operation (excluding approximately 141 gaming machines at Altira Macau). Mocha Clubs focus primarily on general mass market patrons, including day-trip customers, outside the conventional casino setting. Grand Dragon Casino had an average of approximately 17 gaming tables in 2023.
In 2024, Mocha Clubs had an average of approximately 882 gaming machines in operation (excluding approximately 134 gaming machines at Altira Macau). Mocha Clubs focus primarily on general mass market patrons, including day-trip customers, outside the conventional casino setting. Grand Dragon Casino had an average of approximately 16 gaming tables in 2024.
In addition, any non-compliance with such laws may result in damage of our reputation and/or subject us to lawsuits, fines and other penalties as well as restrictions on our use or transfer of data; • Increases in cybersecurity and ransomware attacks around the world, including in the gaming and hospitality industries, and the need to continually evaluate, enhance and improve our internal process, systems and technology infrastructure to comply with the increasing cybersecurity, data privacy and data protection laws, regulations and requirements; and • Gaming promoters in Macau have experienced significantly increased regulatory scrutiny that has resulted in the cessation of business of many gaming promoters.
In addition, any non-compliance with such laws may result in damage of our reputation and/or subject us to lawsuits, fines and other penalties as well as restrictions on our use or transfer of data; and • Increases in cybersecurity and ransomware attacks around the world, including in the gaming and hospitality industries, and the need to continually evaluate, enhance and improve our internal process, systems and technology infrastructure to comply with the increasing cybersecurity, data privacy and data protection laws, regulations and requirements.
Rooms. Room expenses, which represent the costs of operating the hotel facilities were US$87.6 million and US$46.2 million for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively.
Rooms. Room expenses, which represent the costs of operating the hotel facilities were US$127.9 million and US$87.6 million for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
See also “Item 4. Information on the Company — B. Business Overview — Tax” and “Item 8. Financial Information — A.
See also “Item 4. Information on the Company — B. Business Overview — Tax” 143 Table of Contents and “Item 8. Financial Information — A.
Studio City Studio City is a large-scale cinematically-themed integrated resort located in Cotai, with gaming facilities, luxury hotel offerings and various entertainment, retail and food and beverage outlets to attract a diverse range of customers in Asia, with a current focus on the mass market segment and complemented with VIP rolling chip operations.
Studio City Studio City is a large-scale cinematically-themed integrated resort located in Cotai, with gaming facilities, luxury hotel offerings and various entertainment, retail and food and beverage outlets to attract a diverse range of customers in Asia, with a current focus on the mass market and targeting all ranges of mass market patrons.
For the years ended December 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021, operating revenues generated from Studio City amounted to US$958.4 million, US$176.0 million and US$372.3 million, representing 25.4%, 13.0% and 18.5% of our total operating revenues, respectively.
For the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022, operating revenues generated from Studio City amounted to US$1,390.3 million, US$958.4 million and US$176.0 million, representing 30.0%, 25.4% and 13.0% of our total operating revenues, respectively.
As of December 31, 2023 and 2022, we recorded valuation allowances of US$374.6 million and US$299.6 million, respectively, as management believes it is more likely than not that these deferred tax assets will not be realized.
As of December 31, 2024 and 2023, we recorded valuation 149 Table of Contents allowances of US$477.8 million and US$374.6 million, respectively, as management believes it is more likely than not that these deferred tax assets will not be realized.
Casino expenses increased by US$1.12 billion, or 122.9%, to US$2.03 billion for the year ended December 31, 2023 from US$0.91 billion for the year ended December 31, 2022, primarily due to an increase in gaming taxes, which increased as a result of increased gaming volumes and associated higher group-wide revenues, higher complimentaries to gaming customers, higher marketing and promotional expenses as well as higher payroll expenses.
Casino expenses increased by US$489.7 million, or 24.1%, to US$2.52 billion for the year ended December 31, 2024 from US$2.03 billion for the year ended December 31, 2023, primarily due to an increase in gaming taxes, which increased as a result of increased gaming volumes and associated higher group-wide revenues, higher payroll expenses, higher marketing and promotional expenses as well as higher complimentaries to gaming customers.
As Macau’s annual gross gaming revenue exceeded MOP180.0 billion (equivalent to approximately US$22.37 billion) in 2023, the Incremental Investment Trigger was reached and, the non-gaming investment to be carried out was increased by MOP2,003.0 million (equivalent to approximately US$248.9 million) to MOP12,011.0 million (equivalent to approximately US$1.49 billion), with the overall investment amount increased to MOP13,826.7 million (equivalent to approximately US$1.72 billion) to be carried out by December 2032.
As Macau’s annual gross gaming revenue exceeded MOP180.0 billion (equivalent to approximately US$22.51 billion) in 2023, the Incremental Investment Trigger was reached and, the non-gaming investment to be carried out was increased by MOP2,003.0 million (equivalent to approximately US$250.5 million) to MOP12.01 billion (equivalent to approximately US$1.50 billion), with the overall investment amount increased to MOP13,826.7 million (equivalent to approximately US$1.73 billion) to be carried out by December 2032.
In 2023, excluding cash transferred for the purpose of the settlement of intragroup charges for operating activities, cash transferred to our holding company, Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited, from its subsidiaries for loan or advances amounted to US$158.0 million and repayment of advances of US$75.0 million, respectively, while cash transferred from our holding company to its subsidiaries in the form of advances amounted to US$528.8 million and repayments of loans or advances amounted to US$270.6 million, respectively.
In 2024, excluding cash transferred for the purpose of the settlement of intragroup charges for operating activities, cash transferred to our holding company, Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited, from its subsidiaries for repayment of advances amounted to US$7.8 million, while cash transferred from our holding company to its subsidiaries in the form of advances amounted to US$20.3 million and repayments of loans or advances amounted to US$20.0 million, respectively.
As of December 31, 2023, the total investment in gaming and non-gaming related projects carried out was in the aggregate amount of MOP1,331.0 million (equivalent to approximately US$165.4 million). Cash from financings and operations is primarily retained by our operating subsidiaries for the purposes of funding our operating activities, capital expenditures and investing activities.
As of December 31, 2024, the total investment in gaming and non-gaming related projects carried out was in the aggregate amount of MOP3,341.5 million (equivalent to approximately US$417.9 million). Cash from financings and operations is primarily retained by our operating subsidiaries for the purposes of funding our operating activities, capital expenditures and investing activities.
Non-operating expenses, net Net non-operating expenses consist of interest income, interest expense, net of amounts capitalized, other financing costs, foreign exchange gains, net, gain on extinguishment of debt and other non-operating income, net. Interest income was US$23.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, as compared to US$26.5 million for the year ended December 31, 2022.
Non-operating expenses, net Net non-operating expenses consist of interest income, interest expense, net of amounts capitalized, other financing costs, foreign exchange (losses) gains, net, (loss) gain on extinguishment of debt and other non-operating income, net. 134 Table of Contents Interest income was US$15.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, as compared to US$23.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2023.
Interest expense was US$492.4 million (net of amounts capitalized of US$25.9 million) for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to US$376.7 million (net of amounts capitalized of US$63.9 million) for the year ended December 31, 2022.
Interest expense was US$486.7 million (net of amounts capitalized of US$0.3 million) for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to US$492.4 million (net of amounts capitalized of US$25.9 million) for the year ended December 31, 2023.
The mass market table games hold percentage was 30.9% for the year ended December 31, 2023, increasing from 30.5% for the year ended December 31, 2022. Average net win per gaming machine per day was US$464 for the year ended December 31, 2023, an increase of US$324, or 232.1%, from US$140 for the year ended December 31, 2022.
The mass market table games hold percentage was 32.1% for the year ended December 31, 2024, increasing from 30.9% for the year ended December 31, 2023. Average net win per gaming machine per day was US$524 for the year ended December 31, 2024, an increase of US$60, or 12.9%, from US$464 for the year ended December 31, 2023.
The mass market table games hold percentage was 21.5% for the year ended December 31, 2023, representing an increase from 20.5% for the year ended December 31, 2022. Average net win per gaming machine per day was US$350 for the year ended December 31, 2023, a decrease of US$44, or 11.2%, from US$394 for the year ended December 31, 2022.
The mass market table games hold percentage was 22.9% for the year ended December 31, 2024, representing an increase from 21.5% for the year ended December 31, 2023. Average net win per gaming machine per day was US$340 for the year ended December 31, 2024, a decrease of US$10, or 2.8%, from US$350 for the year ended December 31, 2023.
Property and equipment and other long-lived assets with a finite useful life are depreciated and amortized on a straight-line basis over the asset’s estimated useful life. The estimated useful lives are based on factors including the nature of the assets, its relationship to other assets, our operating plans and anticipated use and other economic and legal factors that impose limits.
We depreciate property and equipment on a straight-line basis over their estimated useful lives. The useful lives are estimated based on factors including the nature of the assets, its relationship to other assets, our operating plans and anticipated use and other economic and legal factors that impose limits.
For the years ended December 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021, operating revenues generated from Corporate and Other amounted to US$3.4 million, US$17.6 million and US$30.8 million, representing 0.1%, 1.3% and 1.5% of our total operating revenues, respectively. Philippines City of Dreams Manila In 2023, City of Dreams Manila had an average of approximately 2,297 gaming machines and 267 gaming tables.
For the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022, operating revenues generated from Mocha and Other amounted to US$122.6 million, US$117.7 million and US$76.4 million, representing 2.6%, 3.1% and 5.7% of our total operating revenues, respectively. Philippines City of Dreams Manila In 2024, City of Dreams Manila had an average of approximately 2,278 gaming machines and 267 gaming tables.
As of December 31, 2023, the total investment in gaming and non-gaming related projects carried out was in the aggregate amount of MOP1,331.0 million (equivalent to approximately US$165.4 million). We have not entered into any material financial guarantees or other commitments to guarantee the payment obligations of any third parties.
As of December 31, 2024, the total investment in gaming and non-gaming related projects carried out was in the aggregate amount of MOP3,341.5 million (equivalent to US$417.9 million). We have not entered into any material financial guarantees or other commitments to guarantee the payment obligations of any third parties.
The increase was primarily due to openings of new hotels at our properties as well as increased occupancy as a result of a year-over-year increase in inbound tourism to Macau.
The increase was primarily due to the full year operations of the three hotels that opened at our properties in 2023, as well as the increased occupancy as a result of a year-over-year increase in inbound tourism to Macau.
The pace of recovery of our business from COVID-19 could vary materially from our current expectations and could materially affect our business, prospects, financial condition and results of operations; • The implementation of the amended Macau Gaming Operations Law, as well as any other policies and legislation implemented by the Macau government, including interpretations thereof, such as those relating to travel and visa policies and gaming concessionaire’s liability; • Policies and campaigns implemented by the Chinese government, including restrictions on travel, anti-corruption campaigns, heightened monitoring of cross-border currency movement and adoption of new measures to eliminate perceived channels of illicit cross-border currency movements, restrictions on currency withdrawal, increased scrutiny of marketing activities in the PRC or new measures taken by the Chinese government, including criminalization of certain conduct, to deter marketing of gaming activities to mainland Chinese residents by foreign casinos, as well as any slowdown of economic growth in the PRC, may lead to a decline and limit the recovery and growth in the number of patrons visiting our properties and the spending amount of such patrons; 139 Table of Contents • The gaming and leisure market in Macau and the Philippines are developing and the competitive landscapes are expected to evolve as more gaming and non-gaming facilities are developed in the regions where our properties are located.
TREND INFORMATION The following trends and uncertainties may affect our operations and financial conditions: • Policies and campaigns implemented by the mainland China government, including restrictions on travel, anti-corruption campaigns, monitoring of cross-border currency movement and adoption of measures to eliminate perceived channels of illicit cross-border currency movements, restrictions on currency withdrawal, scrutiny of marketing activities in mainland China or measures taken by the mainland China government, including criminalization of certain conduct, to deter marketing of gaming activities to mainland China residents by foreign casinos, as well as any slowdown of economic growth in mainland China, may lead to a decline and limit the recovery and growth in the number of patrons visiting our properties and the spending amount of such patrons; • Policies and legislation implemented by the Macau government, including interpretations thereof, such as those relating to travel and visa policies; • The gaming and leisure market in Macau and the Philippines are developing and the competitive landscapes are expected to evolve as more gaming and non-gaming facilities are developed in the 146 Table of Contents regions where our properties are located.
Our expected range was 2.85% to 3.15%. In the mass market table games segment, drop was US$784.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, representing an increase of US$176.8 million, or 29.1%, from US$607.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2022.
Our expected range was 2.85% to 3.15%. In the mass market table games segment, drop was US$695.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, representing a decrease of US$88.1 million, or 11.2%, from US$784.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2023.
In the mass market table games segment, drop was US$274.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, representing an increase of US$138.8 million, or 102.6%, from US$135.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2022.
In the mass market table games segment, drop was US$487.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, representing an increase of US$213.3 million, or 77.8%, from US$274.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2023.
The effective tax rate for the year ended December 31, 2023 was (3.34)%, as compared to (0.48)%, for the year ended December 31, 2022.
The effective tax rate for the year ended December 31, 2024 was (340.37)%, as compared to (3.34)%, for the year ended December 31, 2023.
Key Information — Risk Factors — Risks Relating to Our Business and Operations — We continue to recover from the impact of, and disruptions caused by, COVID-19 on our operations, and the pace of recovery may continue to materially affect our business, prospects, financial condition and results of operations.” Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) We use the following KPIs to evaluate our casino operations, including table games and gaming machines: • Rolling chip volume: the amount of non-negotiable chips wagered and lost by the rolling chip market segment. • Rolling chip win rate: rolling chip table games win (calculated before discounts, commissions, non-discretionary incentives (including our point-loyalty programs) and allocating casino revenues related to goods and services provided to gaming patrons on a complimentary basis) as a percentage of rolling chip volume. • Mass market table games drop: the amount of table games drop in the mass market table games segment. • Mass market table games hold percentage: mass market table games win (calculated before discounts, commissions, non-discretionary incentives (including our point-loyalty programs) and allocating casino revenues related to goods and services provided to gaming patrons on a complimentary basis) as a percentage of mass market table games drop. 124 Table of Contents • Table games win: the amount of wagers won net of wagers lost on gaming tables that is retained and recorded as casino revenues.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) We use the following KPIs to evaluate our casino operations, including table games and gaming machines: • Rolling chip volume: the amount of non-negotiable chips wagered and lost by the rolling chip market segment. • Rolling chip win rate: rolling chip table games win (calculated before discounts, commissions, non-discretionary incentives (including our point-loyalty programs) and allocating casino revenues related to goods and services provided to gaming patrons on a complimentary basis) as a percentage of rolling chip volume. • Mass market table games drop: the amount of table games drop in the mass market table games segment. • Mass market table games hold percentage: mass market table games win (calculated before discounts, commissions, non-discretionary incentives (including our point-loyalty programs) and allocating casino revenues related to goods and services provided to gaming patrons on a complimentary basis) as a percentage of mass market table games drop. • Table games win: the amount of wagers won net of wagers lost on gaming tables that is retained and recorded as casino revenues.
For the year ended December 31, 2023, such net loss represented the share of Studio City’s expenses of US$68.7 million, City of Dreams Mediterranean and Other’s expenses of US$20.1 million, partially offset by City of Dreams Manila’s income of US$0.4 million attributable to the respective minority shareholders.
For the year ended 135 Table of Contents December 31, 2024, such net loss represented the share of Studio City’s expenses of US$51.2 million, City of Dreams Mediterranean and Other’s expenses of US$20.6 million, partially offset by City of Dreams Manila’s income of US$0.3 million attributable to the respective minority shareholders.
Casino revenues for the year ended December 31, 2023 were US$3.08 billion, representing a US$2.00 billion, or 185.9%, increase from casino revenues of US$1.08 billion for the year ended December 31, 2022, primarily due to improved performance in all gaming segments. Altira Macau.
Casino revenues for the year ended December 31, 2024 were US$3.77 billion, representing a US$695.3 million, or 22.6%, increase from casino revenues of US$3.08 billion for the year ended December 31, 2023, primarily due to improved performance in all gaming segments. Altira Macau.
Studio City Casino’s rolling chip volume was US$2.79 billion for the year ended December 31, 2023, an increase from US$0.84 billion for the year ended December 31, 2022. The rolling chip win rate was 1.65% for the year ended December 31, 2023, which decreased from 2.56% for the year ended December 31, 2022. Our expected range was 2.85% to 3.15%.
Studio City Casino’s rolling chip volume was US$2.00 billion for the year ended December 31, 2024, a decrease from US$2.79 billion for the year ended December 31, 2023. The rolling chip win rate was 3.85% for the year ended December 31, 2024, which increased from 1.65% for the year ended December 31, 2023. Our expected range was 2.85% to 3.15%.
No dividend payments were made in 2023 as no dividend was declared by our Macau operating subsidiary in 2023, and no dividend payments were made to our shareholders in 2023, including holders of our ordinary shares with an address of record known to us to be in the United States (which includes all holders of our ADRs, which are traded on Nasdaq in the United 136 Table of Contents States).
Dividend payments of US$121.0 million were received from our Macau operating subsidiary in 2024, and no dividend payments were made to our shareholders in 2024, including holders of our ordinary shares with an address of record known to us to be in the United States (which includes all holders of our ADRs, which are traded on Nasdaq in the United States).

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Graham Paul Winter is our executive vice president and chief legal officer and he was appointed to his current role in December 2023. Prior to joining us, Mr. Winter was a partner of an international law firm in Hong Kong where he was co-chair of the firm’s Betting & Gaming practice group.
Graham Paul Winter is our executive vice president and chief legal officer. He was appointed to his current role in December 2023. Prior to joining us, Mr. Winter was a partner of an international law firm in Hong Kong where he was co-chair of the firm’s Betting & Gaming practice group.
The awards that may be granted under the plan include options, incentive share options, restricted shares, share appreciation rights, dividend equivalents, share payments, deferred shares and restricted share units. Eligible Participants .
The awards that may be granted under the plan include options, incentive share options, restricted shares, share appreciation rights, dividend equivalents, share payments, deferred shares and restricted share units. Eligible Participants .
Our compensation committee may, from time to time, select from among all eligible individuals, those to whom awards shall be granted and shall determine the nature and amount of each award. Option Periods and Payments .
Our compensation committee may, from time to time, select from among all eligible individuals, those to whom awards shall be granted and shall determine the nature and amount of each award. Option Periods and Payments .
If the participant ceases to be eligible for any reason, the validity of the award shall depend on the terms and conditions of the award agreement.
If the participant ceases to be eligible for any reason, the validity of the award shall depend on the terms and conditions of the award agreement.
An option will lapse automatically and may not be exercised upon the first to occur of the following events: (a) ten years from the date of the grant, unless an earlier time is set out in the award agreement; (b) three months after termination of service, subject to certain exceptions; (c) one year after the date of termination of service on account of disability or death; (d) the date on which the participant ceases to be eligible by reason of termination of relationship with us and/or any of our subsidiaries on grounds that such participant has been guilty of serious misconduct or convicted of any criminal offense involving integrity or honesty; and (e) date on which our compensation committee cancels the option.
An option will lapse automatically and may not be exercised upon the first to occur of the following events: (a) ten years from the date of the grant, unless an earlier time is set out in the award agreement; (b) three months after termination of service, subject to certain exceptions; (c) one year after the date of termination of service on account of disability or death; (d) the date on which the participant ceases to be eligible by reason of termination of relationship with us and/or any of our subsidiaries on grounds that such participant has been guilty of serious misconduct or convicted of any criminal offense involving integrity or honesty; and (e) date on which our compensation committee cancels the option.
If the award is neither assumed nor replaced, it shall become fully vested and exercisable and released from any repurchase or forfeiture rights immediately prior to the effective date of such corporate transaction, provided that the participant remains eligible on the effective date of the corporate transaction. Amendment and Termination.
If the award is neither assumed nor replaced, it shall become fully vested and exercisable and released from any repurchase or forfeiture rights immediately prior to the effective date of such corporate transaction, provided that the participant remains eligible on the effective date of the corporate transaction. Amendment and Termination.
The duties of the committee include: • reviewing and recommending to our board for approval, the appointment, re-appointment or removal of the independent auditor, after considering its annual performance evaluation of the independent auditor and after considering a tendering process for the appointment of the independent auditor every five years; • approving the remuneration and terms of engagement of the independent auditor, and pre-approving all auditing and non-auditing services permitted to be performed by our independent auditors; • at least annually, obtaining a written report from our independent auditor describing matters relating to its independence and quality control procedures; • discussing with our independent auditor and our management, among other things, the audits of the financial statements, including whether any material information brought to their attention should be disclosed, issues regarding accounting and auditing principles and practices and the management’s internal control report; • reviewing and recommending the financial statements for inclusion within our quarterly earnings releases and to our board for inclusion in our annual reports; • approving all material related party transactions brought to its attention, without further approval of our board; • establishing and overseeing procedures for the handling of complaints and whistleblowing; • approving the internal audit charter and annual audit plans, and undertaking an annual performance evaluation of the internal audit function; • assessing Chief Risk Officer and senior management’s policies and procedures to identify, accept, mitigate, allocate or otherwise manage various types of risks that may materially impact the Company’s business, strategy, operation, financials and reputation, including without limitation, legal, compliance and operational risks and other evolving risks such as cybersecurity threats, and making recommendations with respect to our risk management process for the board’s approval; 154 Table of Contents • reviewing our financial controls, internal control and risk management systems, and discussing with our management the system of internal control and ensuring that our management has discharged its duty to have an effective internal control system including the adequacy of resources, the qualifications and experience of our accounting and financial staff, and their training programs and budget; • together with our board, evaluating the performance of the audit and risk committee on an annual basis; • assessing the adequacy of its charter; and • co-operating with the other board committees in any areas of overlapping responsibilities.
The duties of the committee include: • reviewing and recommending to our board for approval, the appointment, re-appointment or removal of the independent auditor, after considering its annual performance evaluation of the independent auditor and after considering a tendering process for the appointment of the independent auditor every five years; • approving the remuneration and terms of engagement of the independent auditor, and pre-approving all auditing and non-auditing services permitted to be performed by our independent auditors; • at least annually, obtaining a written report from our independent auditor describing matters relating to its independence and quality control procedures; • discussing with our independent auditor and our management, among other things, the audits of the financial statements, including whether any material information brought to their attention should be disclosed, issues regarding accounting and auditing principles and practices and the management’s internal control report; • reviewing and recommending the financial statements for inclusion within our quarterly earnings releases and to our board for inclusion in our annual reports; • approving all material related party transactions brought to its attention, without further approval of our board; • establishing and overseeing procedures for the handling of complaints and whistleblowing; • approving the internal audit charter and annual audit plans, and undertaking an annual performance evaluation of the internal audit function; • assessing Chief Risk Officer and senior management’s policies and procedures to identify, accept, mitigate, allocate or otherwise manage various types of risks that may materially impact the Company’s business, strategy, operation, financials and reputation, including without limitation, legal, compliance and operational risks and other evolving risks such as cybersecurity threats, and making recommendations with respect to our risk management process for the board’s approval; • reviewing our financial controls, internal control and risk management systems, and discussing with our management the system of internal control and ensuring that our management has discharged its duty to have an effective internal control system including the adequacy of resources, the qualifications and experience of our accounting and financial staff, and their training programs and budget; • together with our board, evaluating the performance of the audit and risk committee on an annual basis; • assessing the adequacy of its charter; and • co-operating with the other board committees in any areas of overlapping responsibilities.
Crawford was appointed as a member of the conflicts committee of our subsidiary SCI and resigned from this position on January 10, 2017. Mr. Crawford previously served as an independent non-executive director and chairman of the audit committee of other companies publicly listed in Hong Kong, the most recent of which was E-Kong Group Limited until June 8, 2015. Mr.
Crawford was appointed as a member of the conflicts committee of our subsidiary SCI and resigned from this position on January 10, 2017. He previously served as an independent non-executive director and chairman of the audit committee of other companies publicly listed in Hong Kong, the most recent of which was E-Kong Group Limited until June 8, 2015. Mr.
Information on the Company — B. Business Overview — Our Land and Premises — Mocha Clubs.” (2) For the purposes of this table, figures as of December 31, 2021 and 2022 include employees at our ski resort in Nagano, Japan (disposed in late December 2022).
Information on the Company — B. Business Overview — Our Land and Premises — Mocha Clubs.” (2) For the purposes of this table, figures as of December 31, 2022 include employees at our ski resort in Nagano, Japan (disposed in late December 2022).
Chung has been the chairman and president of MRP since December 2012, a director of SCI since October 2018 and has also been appointed as a director of certain of our subsidiaries incorporated in various jurisdictions. Before joining Melco International, Mr.
Chung has been the chairman and president of MRP since December 2012, a director of SCI since October 2018 and has also been appointed as a director of certain of Melco International’s subsidiaries and our subsidiaries incorporated in various jurisdictions. Before joining Melco International, Mr.
The 2021 Share Incentive Plan was approved by the shareholders of Melco International at the annual general meeting held on June 4, 2021 and became effective on December 6, 2021. The 2021 Share Incentive Plan succeeds the 2011 Share Incentive Plan.
The 2021 Share Incentive Plan was approved by the shareholders of Melco International at its annual general meeting held on June 4, 2021 and became effective on December 6, 2021. The 2021 Share Incentive Plan succeeds the 2011 Share Incentive Plan.
Winkler has extensive experience in providing senior level advisory services on mergers and acquisitions and other corporate finance initiatives, having spent nearly two decades working on Wall Street. He holds a bachelor degree in Economics from the University of Chicago. Mr. Alec Yiu Wa Tsui was appointed as an independent non-executive director on December 18, 2006. Mr.
Winkler has extensive experience in providing senior level advisory services on mergers and acquisitions and other corporate finance initiatives, having spent nearly two decades working on Wall Street. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Economics from the University of Chicago. Mr. Alec Yiu Wa Tsui was appointed as an independent non-executive director on December 18, 2006. Mr.
The purpose of the committee is to assist our board in overseeing and monitoring: • the audits of the financial statements of our Company; • the qualifications and independence of our independent auditors; • the performance of our independent auditors; • the accounting and financial reporting processes of our Company and the integrity of our systems of internal accounting and financial controls; • legal and regulatory issues relating to the financial statements of our Company, including oversight of the independent auditor, review of the financial statements and related material, internal audit process and the procedure for receiving complaints regarding accounting, internal accounting controls, auditing or other related matters; • the disclosure, in accordance with our relevant policies, of any material information regarding the quality or integrity of our financial statements, which is brought to its attention by our disclosure committee; • the integrity and effectiveness of our internal audit function; and • the Company’s risk management policies, procedures and practices.
The purpose of the committee is to assist our board in overseeing and monitoring: • the audits of the financial statements of our Company; • the qualifications and independence of our independent auditors; • the performance of our independent auditors; • the accounting and financial reporting processes of our Company and the integrity of our systems of internal accounting and financial controls; • legal and regulatory issues relating to the financial statements of our Company, including oversight of the independent auditor, review of the financial statements and related material, internal audit process and the procedure for receiving complaints regarding accounting, internal accounting controls, auditing or other related matters; • the disclosure, in accordance with our relevant policies, of any material information regarding the quality or integrity of our financial statements, which is brought to its attention by our disclosure committee; 158 Table of Contents • the integrity and effectiveness of our internal audit function; and • the Company’s risk management policies, procedures and practices.
Tsui is also an independent non-executive director of a number of companies listed on the HKSE and Nasdaq, including COSCO Shipping 147 Table of Contents International (Hong Kong) Co., Ltd. since 2004, Pacific Online Limited since 2007, ATA Creativity Global since 2008, Hua Medicine since September 2018 and Brii Biosciences Limited since July 2021, Summit Ascent Holdings Limited from March 2011 to September 2018, Kangda International Environmental Company Limited from July 2014 to April 2019, DTXS Silk Road Investment Holdings Company Limited from December 2015 to May 2020.
Tsui is also an independent non-executive director of a number of companies listed on the HKSE and Nasdaq, including COSCO Shipping International (Hong Kong) Co., Ltd. since 2004, Pacific Online Limited since 2007, ATA Creativity Global since 2008, Hua Medicine since September 2018, Brii Biosciences Limited since July 2021, Summit Ascent Holdings Limited from March 2011 to September 2018, Kangda International Environmental Company Limited from July 2014 to April 2019 and DTXS Silk Road Investment Holdings Company Limited from December 2015 to May 2020.
The following table sets forth the number of employees categorized by the areas of operations and as a percentage of our workforce as of December 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021. Staff remuneration packages are determined taking into account market conditions and the performance of the individuals, and are subject to review from time to time.
The following table sets forth the number of employees categorized by the areas of operations and as a percentage of our workforce as of December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022. Staff remuneration packages are determined taking into account market conditions and the performance of the individuals, and are subject to review from time to time.
As of December 31, 2023, a total of 6,084,312 restricted shares had been granted to employees under the program, out of which 5,798,826 restricted shares had become vested. Share Incentive Plans We have previously adopted the 2006 Share Incentive Plan, the 2011 Share Incentive Plan, the 2021 Share Incentive Plan and the MRP Share Incentive Plan.
As of December 31, 2024, a total of 6,084,312 restricted shares had been granted to employees under the program, out of which 5,798,826 restricted shares had become vested. Share Incentive Plans We have previously adopted the 2006 Share Incentive Plan, the 2011 Share Incentive Plan, the 2021 Share Incentive Plan and the MRP Share Incentive Plan.
As of March 15, 2024, 667,360,904 of these ordinary shares have been pledged by Melco Leisure in connection with a US$1 billion, 5-year credit facility entered into in June 2021 by, among others, Melco International and Melco Leisure.
As of March 15, 2025, 667,360,904 of these ordinary shares have been pledged by Melco Leisure in connection with a US$1 billion, 5-year credit facility entered into in June 2021 by, among others, Melco International and Melco Leisure.
The exercise price and expiration date of the New Options are US$7.40 per ADS and April 5, 2032, respectively. Pension, Retirement or Similar Benefits For the year ended December 31, 2023, we set aside or accrued approximately US$0.2 million to provide pension, retirement or similar benefits to our senior executive officers. Our directors, other than Mr.
The exercise price and expiration date of the New Options are US$7.40 per ADS and April 5, 2032, respectively. Pension, Retirement or Similar Benefits For the year ended December 31, 2024, we set aside or accrued approximately US$0.5 million to provide pension, retirement or similar benefits to our senior executive officers. Our directors, other than Mr.
Galante is a member of each of our compensation committee, audit and risk committee and nominating and corporate governance committee. Ms. Galante has been the co-founder and partner of First Growth Real Estate, a specialist advisory firm focused on real estate structured debt arranging, restructuring and special servicing throughout Continental Europe since 2010. Previously, Ms.
Galante is a member of each of our compensation committee, audit and risk committee and 154 Table of Contents nominating and corporate governance committee. Ms. Galante has been the co-founder and partner of First Growth Real Estate, a specialist advisory firm focused on real estate structured debt arranging, restructuring and special servicing throughout Continental Europe since 2010. Previously, Ms.
The functions and powers of our board include, among others: • convening shareholders’ annual general meetings and reporting its work to shareholders at such meetings; • declaring dividends and distributions; • appointing officers and determining the term of office of officers; • exercising the borrowing powers of our Company and mortgaging the property of our Company; and • approving the transfer of shares of our Company, including the registering of such shares in our share register.
The functions and powers of our board include, among others: • convening shareholders’ annual general meetings and reporting its work to shareholders at such meetings; • declaring dividends and distributions; • appointing officers and determining the term of office of officers; • exercising the borrowing powers of our Company and mortgaging the property of our Company; and 157 Table of Contents • approving the transfer of shares of our Company, including the registering of such shares in our share register.
Takahashi worked as a consultant in her own consultancy company from 2003 to 2006 where she conducted “C-level” executive searches for clients and assisted with brand/service culture alignment for a luxury hotel in New York City and 150 Table of Contents where her last engagement prior to joining our Company was to lead the human resources integration for the largest international hospitality joint venture in Japan between InterContinental Hotels Group and ANA Hotels.
Takahashi worked as a consultant in her own consultancy company from 2003 to 2006 where she conducted “C-level” executive searches for clients and assisted with brand/service culture alignment for a luxury hotel in New York City and where her last engagement prior to joining our Company was to lead the human resources integration for the largest international hospitality joint venture in Japan between InterContinental Hotels Group and ANA Hotels.
Our compensation committee may in its discretion determine, subject to the plan expiration period, the period within which shares must be taken up under an option; the minimum period, if any, for which an option must be held before it can be exercised; and the amount, if any, payable on application or acceptance of the option. Plan Administration .
Our compensation committee may in its discretion determine, subject to the plan expiration period, the period within which shares must be taken up under an option; the minimum period, if any, for which an option must be held before it can be exercised; and the amount, if any, payable on application or acceptance of the option. 166 Table of Contents Plan Administration .
Our directors also have a duty to exercise the skill they actually 152 Table of Contents possess and such care and diligence that a reasonably prudent person would exercise in comparable circumstances. In fulfilling their duty of care to us, our directors must ensure compliance with our memorandum and articles of association, as amended and restated from time to time.
Our directors also have a duty to exercise the skill they actually possess and such care and diligence that a reasonably prudent person would exercise in comparable circumstances. In fulfilling their duty of care to us, our directors must ensure compliance with our memorandum and articles of association, as amended and restated from time to time.
The duties of the committee include: • overseeing the development and implementation of executive compensation programs in consultation with our management; • at least annually, making recommendations to our board for approval with respect to the compensation arrangements for our directors, and approving compensation arrangements for our chief executive officer and other executives; • at least annually, reviewing and approving our incentive compensation plans and equity grant, if any, under our share incentive plans, and overseeing the administration of these plans and discharging any responsibilities imposed on the compensation committee by any of these plans; • reviewing and approving the compensation payable to our executive directors and executives in connection with any loss or termination of their office or appointment; • reviewing and approving any benefits in kind received by any director or executives where such benefits are not provided for under the relevant employment terms; • reviewing executive officer and director indemnification and insurance matters; • overseeing our regulatory compliance with respect to compensation matters, including our policies and restrictions on compensation plans and loans to officers and directors; • together with the board, evaluating the performance of the compensation committee on an annual basis; • at such time as it deems appropriate, reviewing and making recommendations to the Board with respect to the adoption of any share incentive plans and/or modifications to the terms thereof and carrying out of the committee’s duties and responsibilities as set forth in such share incentive plans; • assessing the adequacy of its charter; and • co-operating with the other board committees in any areas of overlapping responsibilities. 155 Table of Contents Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee Our nominating and corporate governance committee consists of Messrs.
The duties of the committee include: • overseeing the development and implementation of executive compensation programs in consultation with our management; • at least annually, making recommendations to our board for approval with respect to the compensation arrangements for our directors, and approving compensation arrangements for our chief executive officer and other executives; • at least annually, reviewing and approving our incentive compensation plans and equity grant, if any, under our share incentive plans, and overseeing the administration of these plans and discharging any responsibilities imposed on the compensation committee by any of these plans; • reviewing and approving the compensation payable to our executive directors and executives in connection with any loss or termination of their office or appointment; • reviewing and approving any benefits in kind received by any director or executives where such benefits are not provided for under the relevant employment terms; • reviewing executive officer and director indemnification and insurance matters; • overseeing our regulatory compliance with respect to compensation matters, including our policies and restrictions on compensation plans and loans to officers and directors; • together with the board, evaluating the performance of the compensation committee on an annual basis; • at such time as it deems appropriate, reviewing and making recommendations to the Board with respect to the adoption of any share incentive plans and/or modifications to the terms thereof and carrying out of the committee’s duties and responsibilities as set forth in such share incentive plans; • assessing the adequacy of its charter; and • co-operating with the other board committees in any areas of overlapping responsibilities.
SHARE OWNERSHIP Share Ownership of Directors and Members of Senior Management The following table sets forth the beneficial interest of each director and executive officer in our ordinary shares as of March 15, 2024.
SHARE OWNERSHIP Share Ownership of Directors and Members of Senior Management The following table sets forth the beneficial interest of each director and executive officer in our ordinary shares as of March 15, 2025.
Galante was an executive director in the real estate principal finance division at UBS Investment Bank in London. Prior to that she worked at Soros 149 Table of Contents Real Estate Partners and Merrill Lynch. With 20 years of real estate investment and advisory experience in both Europe and North America, Ms.
Galante was an executive director in the real estate principal finance division at UBS Investment Bank in London. Prior to that she worked at Soros Real Estate Partners and Merrill Lynch. With 20 years of real estate investment and advisory experience in both Europe and North America, Ms.
Crawford has extensive knowledge of accounting issues from his experience as the managing audit partner of this major international accounting firm and also has extensive operational knowledge as a result of his consulting experience. Mr.
He has extensive knowledge of accounting issues from his experience as the managing audit partner of this major international accounting firm and also has extensive operational knowledge as a result of his consulting experience. Mr.
A limited labor supply, increased competition and any increase in demands from our employees could cause labor costs to increase.” We have implemented a number of employee attraction and retention initiatives over recent years for the benefit of our employees and their families.
A limited labor supply, increased competition and any increase in demands from our employees could cause labor costs to increase.” 162 Table of Contents We have implemented a number of employee attraction and retention initiatives over recent years for the benefit of our employees and their families.
Awards granted will be evidenced by an award agreement that sets forth the terms, conditions and limitations for each award. Exercise Price . Our compensation committee may determine the exercise price or purchase price, if any, of any award. 162 Table of Contents Term of Awards. The term of each award shall be stated in the award agreement.
Awards granted will be evidenced by an award agreement that sets forth the terms, conditions and limitations for each award. Exercise Price . Our compensation committee may determine the exercise price or purchase price, if any, of any award. Term of Awards. The term of each award shall be stated in the award agreement.
Upon the consummation of a merger or consolidation in which our Company is not the surviving entity, a change of control of our Company, a sale of substantially all of our assets, the complete liquidation or dissolution of our Company or a reverse takeover, each award will terminate, unless the award is assumed by the successor entity.
Upon the consummation of a merger or consolidation in which our Company is not the surviving entity, a change of control of our Company, a sale of substantially all of our assets, the complete liquidation or dissolution of our Company or a reverse takeover, each award will 165 Table of Contents terminate, unless the award is assumed by the successor entity.
He is a vice chairman of the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce; a member of the Macau Basic Law Promotion Association; a member of the Board of Governors of The Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong; a member of the Asia International Leadership Council; honorary advisor of Global Tourism Economy Research Centre; permanent honorary committee member of The Chinese General Chamber of Commerce of Hong Kong; honorary patron of The Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Macao; honorary president of Macau Research Association for Macau Gaming Law; honorary president of the Association of Property Agents and Real Estate Developers of Macau and a director executive of the Macao Chinese General Chamber of Commerce. 146 Table of Contents In 2017, Mr.
He is a member of the advisory committee of the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce; a member of the Macau Basic Law Promotion Association; a member of the Board of Governors of The Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong; a member of the Asia International Leadership Council; honorary advisor of Global Tourism Economy Research Centre; permanent honorary committee member of The Chinese General Chamber of Commerce of Hong Kong; honorary patron of The Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Macao; honorary president of the Macau Research Association for Macau Gaming Law; honorary president of the Association of Property Agents and Real Estate Developers of Macau and a director executive of the Macao Chinese General Chamber of Commerce. 151 Table of Contents In 2017, Mr.
If and when the restricted shares vest, they will be free of forfeiture conditions and restrictions on transfer, other than required tax withholding and compliance with applicable securities laws, our securities trading policies and any other legal requirements.
If and when the restricted shares vest, they will be free of forfeiture conditions and restrictions on 156 Table of Contents transfer, other than required tax withholding and compliance with applicable securities laws, our securities trading policies and any other legal requirements.
Lawrence Ho is taken to have interest in these shares as a result of his interest in approximately 59.01% of the total issued shares of Melco International by virtue of the Securities and Futures Ordinance (Chapter 571, the Laws of Hong Kong). Please see “Item 7. Major Shareholders and Related Party Transactions” for more details.
Lawrence Ho is taken to have interest in these shares as a result of his interest in approximately 61.44% of the total issued shares of Melco International by virtue of the Securities and Futures Ordinance (Chapter 571, the Laws of Hong Kong). Please see “Item 7. Major Shareholders and Related Party Transactions” for more details.
The aggregate amount of compensation paid, and benefits in kind granted, including contingent or deferred compensation accrued for the year, to all the directors and executive officers of our Company as a group by our Company and its subsidiaries, amounted to approximately US$28.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2023.
The aggregate amount of compensation paid, and benefits in kind granted, including contingent or deferred compensation accrued for the year, to all the directors and executive officers of our Company as a group by our Company and its subsidiaries, amounted to approximately US$30.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2024.
With the approval of the Board, our compensation committee may terminate, amend or modify the 2011 Share Incentive Plan, except certain amendments requiring the approval of 161 Table of Contents our shareholders and/or the shareholders of Melco International pursuant to the applicable law.
With the approval of the Board, our compensation committee may terminate, amend or modify the 2011 Share Incentive Plan, except certain amendments requiring the approval of our shareholders and/or the shareholders of Melco International pursuant to the applicable law.
Ho has been honored as one of the recipients of the “Asian Corporate Director Recognition Awards” by Corporate Governance Asia magazine for nine years since 2012, and was awarded “Asia’s Best CEO” at the Asian Excellence Awards for the 12 th year in 2023. Mr.
Ho has been honored as one of the recipients of the “Asian Corporate Director Recognition Awards” by Corporate Governance Asia magazine for nine years since 2012, and was awarded “Asia’s Best CEO” at the Asian Excellence Awards for the 13 th year in 2024. Mr.
As of December 31, 2023, we have granted (i) share options to subscribe for a total of 44,115,885 shares and (ii) restricted shares in respect of a total of 37,042,344 shares pursuant to the 2011 Share Incentive Plan. 160 Table of Contents The following paragraphs describe the principal terms included in the 2011 Share Incentive Plan. Types of Awards .
As of December 31, 2024, we have granted (i) share options to subscribe for a total of 44,115,885 shares and (ii) restricted shares in respect of a total of 37,042,344 shares pursuant to the 2011 Share Incentive Plan. The following paragraphs describe the principal terms included in the 2011 Share Incentive Plan. Types of Awards .
In 2015, he was conferred an honorary fellowship by Lingnan University. Mr. Wu is active in public service in both Hong Kong and the PRC. Mr. Wu serves in a number of advisory roles at different levels of government. In the PRC, Mr.
In 2015, he was conferred an honorary fellowship by Lingnan University. Mr. Wu is active in public service in both Hong Kong and mainland China. Mr. Wu serves in a number of advisory roles at different levels of government. In mainland China, Mr.
Crawford has not participated in, or voted on or consented to, any actions or matters 153 Table of Contents being considered by our audit and risk committee which involved any related party transaction with Melco International.
Crawford has not participated in, or voted on or consented to, any actions or matters being considered by our audit and risk committee which involved any related party transaction with Melco International.
Other than the rank-and-file employees of the Table Games Division of City of Dreams Manila, none of our employees are members of any other certified labor union; and except for the collective bargaining agreement with the Table Games Division of City of Dreams Manila, we are not a party to any other collective bargaining or similar agreement with our employees.
Other than the rank-and-file employees of the (a) Table Games Division and (b) Gaming Technology Services Department of City of Dreams Manila, none of our employees are members of any other certified labor union; and except for the collective bargaining agreement with the Table Games Division of City of Dreams Manila, we are not a party to any other collective bargaining or similar agreement with our employees.
In September 2015, we launched the Melco You-niversity program with the Edinburgh Napier University, an overseas institution based in the United Kingdom, to bring a bachelor degree program in-house. 158 Table of Contents E.
In September 2015, we launched the Melco You-niversity program with the Edinburgh Napier University, an overseas institution based in the United Kingdom, to bring a bachelor degree program in-house. E.
Mr. Wu is also a member of the Business School Advisory Council of The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. Previously, Mr.
Mr. Wu is also the Convenor of the Hong Kong-ASEAN Foundation Advisory Council and a member of the Business School Advisory Council of The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. Previously, Mr.
Walkers (Hong Kong), our Cayman Islands counsel, has provided a letter to Nasdaq certifying that under the Companies Act (as amended) of the Cayman Islands, we are not required to have a majority of independent directors serving on our board. Since September 5, 2018, we have had a majority of independent directors serving on our board.
Walkers (Singapore) Limited Liability Partnership, our Cayman Islands counsel, has provided a letter to Nasdaq certifying that under the Companies Act (as amended) of the Cayman Islands, we are not required to have a majority of independent directors serving on our board. Since September 5, 2018, we have had a majority of independent directors serving on our board.
Tsui has been a director of Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (Asia) Limited since August 2000. Mr.
Tsui has been a director of Industrial and 152 Table of Contents Commercial Bank of China (Asia) Limited since August 2000. Mr.
(1) Percentage of beneficial ownership of each director and executive officer is based on: (i) 1,329,679,067 ordinary shares of our Company outstanding as of March 15, 2024, (ii) the number of ordinary shares of underlying options that have vested or will vest within 60 days after March 15, 2024 and (iii) the number of restricted shares that will vest within 60 days after March 15, 2024, each as held by such person as of that date.
(1) Percentage of beneficial ownership of each director and executive officer is based on: (i) 1,276,540,382 ordinary shares of our Company outstanding as of March 15, 2025, (ii) the number of ordinary shares of underlying options that have vested or will vest within 60 days after March 15, 2025 and (iii) the number of restricted shares that will vest within 60 days after March 15, 2025, each as held by such person as of that date.
The restricted area is defined as, including but not limited to, Hong Kong, Macau, the Philippines, Cyprus and any other country or region in which our Company operates or intends to operate. 157 Table of Contents D. EMPLOYEES Employees We had 20,209, 16,908 and 17,878 employees as of December 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021, respectively.
The restricted area is defined as, including but not limited to, Hong Kong, Macau, the Philippines, Cyprus and any other country or region in which our Company operates or intends to operate. D. EMPLOYEES Employees We had 21,784, 20,209 and 16,908 employees as of December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022, respectively.
Wu was a council member of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University and the Hong Kong Baptist University, a member of the Court of The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, a board member of the Asian Youth Orchestra, a member of the standing committee on Disciplined Services Salaries and Conditions of Service, a member of the Hong Kong Tourism Board of the HKSARG, a board member of The Airport Authority Hong Kong of the HKSARG, a member of the Energy Advisory Committee of the Environment Bureau of the HKSARG and a member of the Committee on Real Estate Investment Trusts of Securities and Futures Commission. 148 Table of Contents In addition to his professional and public service engagements, Mr.
Wu was a council member of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University and the Hong Kong Baptist University, a member of the Court of The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, a board member of the Asian Youth Orchestra, a member of the standing committee on Disciplined Services Salaries and Conditions of Service, a member of the Hong Kong Tourism 153 Table of Contents Board of the HKSARG, a board member of The Airport Authority Hong Kong of the HKSARG, a member of the Energy Advisory Committee of the Environment Bureau of the HKSARG and a member of the Committee on Real Estate Investment Trusts of Securities and Futures Commission.
The 2011 Share Incentive Plan was conditionally approved by our shareholders at the extraordinary general meeting held on October 6, 2011 and became effective upon commencement of dealings in our shares on the HKSE on December 7, 2011. Amendments to the 2011 Share Incentive Plan were approved by our shareholders on May 20, 2015 and on December 7, 2016.
The 2011 Share Incentive Plan was conditionally approved by our shareholders at the extraordinary general meeting held on October 6, 2011 and became effective upon commencement of dealings in our shares on the HKSE on December 7, 2011.
He is a member of the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants, a member and honorary president of the Macau Society of Certified Practising Accountants and a member of the Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants. Ms. Francesca Galante was appointed as an independent non-executive director on September 5, 2018. Ms.
He is a member of the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants, a member of the Chartered Professional Accountants of Ontario and a member of the Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants. Ms. Francesca Galante was appointed as an independent non-executive director on September 5, 2018. Ms.
Such grantee will receive ordinary shares upon vesting of restricted shares at par value. 151 Table of Contents Option Exchange Program On April 6, 2022, we launched an option exchange program, offering eligible officers, employees and service providers who have been granted share options under our 2011 Share Incentive Plan to purchase our ordinary shares, par value US$0.01 per share, the opportunity to exchange eligible options, whether vested or unvested, for restricted ordinary shares.
Option Exchange Program On April 6, 2022, we launched an option exchange program, offering eligible officers, employees and service providers who have been granted share options under our 2011 Share Incentive Plan to purchase our ordinary shares, par value US$0.01 per share, the opportunity to exchange eligible options, whether vested or unvested, for restricted ordinary shares.
Name Age Position/Title Lawrence Yau Lung Ho 47 Chairman, chief executive officer and director Clarence Yuk Man Chung 61 Director Evan Andrew Winkler 49 President and director Alec Yiu Wa Tsui 74 Independent non-executive director, chair of the nomination and corporate governance committee and a member of each of the audit and risk committee and the compensation committee Thomas Jefferson Wu 51 Independent non-executive director, chair of the compensation committee and a member of each of the audit and risk committee and the nomination and corporate governance committee John William Crawford 81 Independent non-executive director, chair of the audit and risk committee and a member of each of the nomination and corporate governance committee and the compensation committee Francesca Galante 48 Independent non-executive director and a member of each of the audit and risk committee, the nomination and corporate governance committee and the compensation committee Geoffrey Stuart Davis 55 Executive vice president and chief financial officer Graham Paul Winter 59 Executive vice president and chief legal officer Akiko Takahashi 70 Executive vice president and chief of staff to Chairman and chief executive officer Directors Mr.
Name Age Position/Title Lawrence Yau Lung Ho 48 Chairman, chief executive officer and director Clarence Yuk Man Chung 62 Director Evan Andrew Winkler 50 President and director Alec Yiu Wa Tsui 75 Independent non-executive director, chair of the nomination and corporate governance committee and a member of each of the audit and risk committee and the compensation committee Thomas Jefferson Wu 52 Independent non-executive director, chair of the compensation committee and a member of each of the audit and risk committee and the nomination and corporate governance committee John William Crawford 82 Independent non-executive director, chair of the audit and risk committee and a member of each of the nomination and corporate governance committee and the compensation committee Francesca Galante 49 Independent non-executive director and a member of each of the audit and risk committee, the nomination and corporate governance committee and the compensation committee Geoffrey Stuart Davis 56 Executive vice president and chief financial officer Graham Paul Winter 60 Executive vice president and chief legal officer Akiko Takahashi 71 Executive vice president and chief of staff to Chairman and chief executive officer Directors Mr.
DISCLOSURE OF A REGISTRANT’S ACTION TO RECOVER ERRONEOUSLY AWARDED COMPENSATION Not applicable.
DISCLOSURE OF A REGISTRANT’S ACTION TO RECOVER ERRONEOUSLY AWARDED COMPENSATION Not applicable. 167 Table of Contents
The terms of the employment agreements are substantially similar for each executive officer, except as noted below. We may terminate an executive officer’s employment for cause, at any time, without advance notice, for certain acts of the officer, including, but not limited to, a serious criminal act, willful misconduct to our detriment or a failure to perform agreed duties.
We may terminate an executive officer’s employment for cause, at any time, without advance notice, for certain acts of the officer, including, but not limited to, a serious criminal act, willful misconduct to our detriment or a failure to perform agreed duties.
Equity Awards On April 5, 2023, we granted 4,134,561 restricted shares pursuant to our 2021 Share Incentive Plan to directors and executive officers of our Company. The grant date fair value of the restricted shares granted (closing price of the grant date) was US$4.1267 per share. Such grantees will receive ordinary shares upon vesting of restricted shares at par value.
Equity Awards On April 3, 2024, we granted 4,621,653 restricted shares pursuant to our 2021 Share Incentive Plan to directors and executive officers of our Company. The grant date fair value of the restricted shares granted (closing price of the grant date) was US$2.52 per share. Such grantees will receive ordinary shares upon vesting of restricted shares at par value.
Crawford was a founding partner of Ernst & Young, Hong Kong, where he acted as engagement or review partner for many public companies and banks during his 25 years in public accounting and was the chairman of the audit division and the vice chairman of the Hong Kong office of the firm prior to retiring in 1997. Mr.
Crawford has been the managing director of International Quality Education Limited since 2002 and he was a founding partner of Ernst & Young, Hong Kong, where he acted as engagement or review partner for many public companies and banks during his 25 years in public accounting and was the chairman of the audit division and the vice chairman of the Hong Kong office of the firm prior to retiring in 1997.
Name Number of ordinary shares Approximate percentage of shareholding (1) Lawrence Yau Lung Ho 707,809,770 (2)(3) 53.23 % Clarence Yuk Man Chung * * Evan Andrew Winkler * * Alec Yiu Wa Tsui * * Thomas Jefferson Wu * * John William Crawford * * Francesca Galante * * Geoffrey Stuart Davis * * Graham Paul Winter * * Akiko Takahashi * * Directors and executive officers as a group 715,183,046 53.79 % * The options, restricted shares and our shares in aggregate held by each of these directors and executive officers represent less than 1% of our total outstanding shares.
Name Number of ordinary shares Approximate percentage of shareholding (1) Lawrence Yau Lung Ho 710,691,045 (2)(3) 55.67 % Clarence Yuk Man Chung * * Evan Andrew Winkler * * Alec Yiu Wa Tsui * * Thomas Jefferson Wu * * John William Crawford * * Francesca Galante * * Geoffrey Stuart Davis * * Graham Paul Winter * * Akiko Takahashi * * Directors and executive officers as a group 720,024,371 56.40 % * The options, restricted shares and our shares in aggregate held by each of these directors and executive officers represent less than 1% of our total outstanding shares.
Wu is mostly known for his passion for ice hockey, as well as the sport’s development in Hong Kong and the region. Mr.
In addition to his professional and public service engagements, Mr. Wu is mostly known for his passion for ice hockey, as well as the sport’s development in Hong Kong and the region. Mr.
Our management structure includes an executive committee which is composed of our executive officers and other senior executives including chief operating officers, property president, executive vice presidents and other business unit leaders and is responsible for formulating business strategies and considering day-to-day operational matters. On September 4, 2019, Mr.
Our management structure includes an executive committee which is composed of our executive officers and other senior executives including property presidents, executive vice presidents and other business unit leaders and is responsible for formulating business strategies and considering 155 Table of Contents day-to-day operational matters. Mr.
As of December 31, 2023 2022 2021 Number of Employees Percentage of Total Number of Employees Percentage of Total Number of Employees Percentage of Total Mocha Clubs (1) 577 2.9 % 550 3.3 % 616 3.4 % Altira Macau 959 4.7 % 1,052 6.2 % 1,124 6.3 % City of Dreams 7,411 36.7 % 6,529 38.6 % 7,227 40.4 % Corporate and centralized services (2) 540 2.7 % 520 3.1 % 628 3.5 % Studio City 5,286 26.2 % 3,571 21.1 % 3,793 21.2 % City of Dreams Manila 3,699 18.3 % 3,713 22.0 % 3,730 20.9 % City of Dreams Mediterranean and the Cyprus Casinos 1,737 8.6 % 973 5.8 % 760 4.3 % Total 20,209 100.0 % 16,908 100.0 % 17,878 100.0 % (1) For the purposes of this table, figures include employees at Grand Dragon Casino described under “Item 4.
As of December 31, 2024 2023 2022 Number of Employees Percentage of Total Number of Employees Percentage of Total Number of Employees Percentage of Total Mocha Clubs (1) 548 2.5 % 577 2.9 % 550 3.3 % Altira Macau 968 4.4 % 959 4.7 % 1,052 6.2 % City of Dreams 8,241 37.8 % 7,411 36.7 % 6,529 38.6 % Corporate and centralized services (2) 569 2.6 % 540 2.7 % 520 3.1 % Studio City 5,848 26.8 % 5,286 26.2 % 3,571 21.1 % City of Dreams Manila 3,947 18.1 % 3,699 18.3 % 3,713 22.0 % City of Dreams Mediterranean and the Cyprus Casinos 1,650 7.6 % 1,737 8.6 % 973 5.8 % Sri Lanka 13 0.1 % — — — — Total 21,784 100.0 % 20,209 100.0 % 16,908 100.0 % (1) For the purposes of this table, figures include employees at Grand Dragon Casino described under “Item 4.
(3) Also includes (i) 9,934,422 ordinary shares held by Black Spade Capital Limited, which in turn is held by companies owned by a trust associated with Mr. Lawrence Ho; (ii) 7,204,965 ordinary shares personally held by Mr.
(3) Also includes (i) 9,934,422 ordinary shares held by Black Spade Capital Limited, which in turn is held by companies owned by a trust associated with Mr. Lawrence Ho; (ii) 10,514,442 ordinary shares personally 163 Table of Contents held by Mr.
Galante has extensive experience on real estate transactions in office, hotel, residential and industrial asset classes. Ms. Galante received her Master of Science in Management from the Université Paris-Dauphine and Master of Finance from Ecole Supérieure De Commerce De Paris (now ESCP Europe). Board Diversity The table below provides certain information regarding the diversity of our board of directors.
Galante has extensive experience on real estate transactions in office, hotel, residential and industrial asset classes. Ms. Galante received her Master of Science in Management from the Université Paris-Dauphine and Master of Finance from Ecole Supérieure De Commerce De Paris (now ESCP Europe). Executive Officers Mr.
The following table summarizes, as of March 15, 2024, the unvested restricted shares (including 3,309,477 restricted shares that will vest from 60 days of March 15, 2024) held by Mr.
The following table summarizes, as of March 15, 2025, the unvested restricted shares (including 2,881,275 restricted shares that will vest from 60 days of March 15, 2025) held by Mr.
The duties of the committee include: • making recommendations to our board for its approval, the appointment or re-appointment of any members of our board and the chairs and members of its committees, including evaluating any succession planning; • reviewing on an annual basis the appropriate skills, knowledge and characteristics required of board members and of the committees of our board, and making any recommendations to improve the performance of our board and its committees; • developing and recommending to our board such policies and procedures with respect to nomination or appointment of members of our board and chairs and members of its committees or other corporate governance matters as may be required pursuant to any SEC or Nasdaq rules, or otherwise considered desirable and appropriate; • developing a set of corporate governance principles and reviewing such principles at least annually; • deciding whether any material information (other than that regarding the quality or integrity of our financial statements), which is brought to its attention by the disclosure committee, should be disclosed; • reviewing and monitoring the training and continuous professional development of our directors and senior management; • developing, reviewing and monitoring the code of conduct and compliance manual applicable to employees and directors; • together with the board, evaluating the performance of the committee on an annual basis; • reviewing the environmental, social and governance-related policies and the related regular public disclosures, including our sustainability report following review and approval by our Chairman and Chief Executive Officer; • assessing the adequacy of its charter; and • co-operating with the other board committees in any areas of overlapping responsibilities. 156 Table of Contents Employment Agreements We have entered into an employment agreement with each of our executive officers.
The purpose of the committee is to assist our board in discharging its responsibilities regarding: • the identification of qualified candidates to become members and chairs of the board and its committees and to fill any such vacancies, and reviewing the appropriateness of the continued service of directors; • ensuring that our board meets the criteria for independence under the Nasdaq corporate governance rules and nominating directors who meet such independence criteria; • oversight of our compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, in particular the legal and regulatory requirements of Macau (including the relevant laws related to the gaming industry), the Cayman Islands, the SEC and Nasdaq; • the development and recommendation to our board of a set of corporate governance principles applicable to our Company; • the disclosure, in accordance with our relevant policies, of any material information (other than that regarding the quality or integrity of our financial statements), which is brought to its attention by the disclosure committee; and • oversight of our environmental, social and governance-related risks and opportunities. 160 Table of Contents The duties of the committee include: • making recommendations to our board for its approval, the appointment or re-appointment of any members of our board and the chairs and members of its committees, including evaluating any succession planning; • reviewing on an annual basis the appropriate skills, knowledge and characteristics required of board members and of the committees of our board, and making any recommendations to improve the performance of our board and its committees; • developing and recommending to our board such policies and procedures with respect to nomination or appointment of members of our board and chairs and members of its committees or other corporate governance matters as may be required pursuant to any SEC or Nasdaq rules, or otherwise considered desirable and appropriate; • developing a set of corporate governance principles and reviewing such principles at least annually; • deciding whether any material information (other than that regarding the quality or integrity of our financial statements), which is brought to its attention by the disclosure committee, should be disclosed; • reviewing and monitoring the training and continuous professional development of our directors and senior management; • developing, reviewing and monitoring the code of conduct and compliance manual applicable to employees and directors; • together with the board, evaluating the performance of the committee on an annual basis; • reviewing the environmental, social and governance-related policies and the related regular public disclosures, including our sustainability report following review and approval by our Chairman and Chief Executive Officer; • assessing the adequacy of its charter; and • co-operating with the other board committees in any areas of overlapping responsibilities.
Crawford became an independent non-executive director of Melco International on September 13, 2019 and serves as the chairman of its audit committee and is a member of its nomination and corporate governance committee and its remuneration committee. Mr. Crawford has been the managing director of Crawford Consultants Limited and International Quality Education Limited since 1997 and 2002, respectively. Previously, Mr.
Crawford became an independent non-executive director of Melco International on September 13, 2019 and serves as the chairman of its audit committee and is a member of its nomination and corporate governance committee and its remuneration committee. Mr.
As of December 31, 2023, we have granted (i) share options to subscribe for a total of 5,519,475 shares and (ii) restricted shares in respect of a total of 36,281,580 shares pursuant to the 2021 Share Incentive Plan. The following paragraphs describe the principal terms of the 2021 Share Incentive Plan. Types of Awards .
As of December 31, 2024, we have granted (i) share options to subscribe for a total of 7,334,973 shares and (ii) restricted shares in respect of a total of 48,760,029 shares pursuant to the 2021 Share Incentive Plan. The following paragraphs describe the principal terms of the 2021 Share Incentive Plan. Types of Awards .
The purpose of the committee is to discharge the responsibilities of the board relating to compensation of our directors and our executives, including, amongst others, to design (in consultation with management), evaluate and approve the compensation plans, policies and programs for the executives and evaluate and recommend to our board for approval of the directors’ compensation.
The purpose of the committee is to discharge the responsibilities of the board relating to compensation of our directors and our executives, including, amongst others, to design (in consultation with management), evaluate and approve the compensation plans, policies and programs for the executives and evaluate and recommend to our board for approval of the directors’ compensation. 159 Table of Contents Members of this committee are not prohibited from direct involvement in determining their own compensation.
Thomas Jefferson Wu, Alec Yiu Wa Tsui, John William Crawford and Ms. Francesca Galante, and is chaired by Mr. Tsui.
Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee Our nominating and corporate governance committee consists of Messrs. Thomas Jefferson Wu, Alec Yiu Wa Tsui, John William Crawford and Ms. Francesca Galante, and is chaired by Mr. Tsui.
Lawrence Ho: Name Type of awards Grant date Fair value of restricted shares at grant date per share (US$) Number of shares outstanding Lawrence Yau Lung Ho Restricted shares April 7, 2021 6.8933 727,434 Restricted shares April 6, 2022 2.4667 3,347,772 Restricted shares April 5, 2023 4.1267 1,744,749 Total 5,819,955 159 Table of Contents None of our directors or executive officers who are shareholders have different voting rights from other shareholders of our Company.
Lawrence Ho: Name Type of awards Grant date Fair value of restricted shares at grant date per share (US$) Number of shares outstanding Lawrence Yau Lung Ho Restricted shares April 6, 2022 2.4667 1,347,312 Restricted shares April 5, 2023 4.1267 1,163,166 Restricted shares April 3, 2024 2.5200 2,857,140 Total 5,367,618 None of our directors or executive officers who are shareholders have different voting rights from other shareholders of our Company.
Lawrence Ho (among which, 6,303,360 are vested restricted shares under the 2011 Share Incentive Plan and the 2021 Share Incentive Plan held by Mr. Lawrence Ho as of March 15, 2024); and (iii) 3,309,477 restricted shares that will vest from 60 days of March 15, 2024 held by Mr. Lawrence Ho.
Lawrence Ho (among which, 9,612,837 are vested restricted shares under the 2011 Share Incentive Plan and the 2021 Share Incentive Plan held by Mr. Lawrence Ho as of March 15, 2025); and (iii) 2,881,275 restricted shares that will vest from 60 days of March 15, 2025 held by Mr. Lawrence Ho.
All restricted shares and New Options are subject to the terms of the 2021 Share Incentive Plan and the applicable award agreement between the relevant personnel and our Company.
All restricted shares and New Options are subject to the terms of the 2021 Share Incentive Plan and the applicable award agreement between the relevant personnel and our Company. A total of 5,912,547 restricted shares and 2,486,241 New Options were granted under the program.
Crawford has been deeply involved in the education sector in Asia, including setting up international schools and providing consulting services. He was a member and a governor for many years of the Canadian International School of Hong Kong and remains active in the start-up, overseeing and consulting for other similar pre-university schools. Additionally, Mr.
He was a member and a governor for many years of the Canadian International School of Hong Kong and through International Quality Education Limited remains active in the start-up, overseeing and consulting for other similar pre-university schools, including the development of five kindergartens to Grade 12 schools in Asia. Additionally, Mr.
Members of this committee are not prohibited from direct involvement in determining their own compensation. Our chief executive officer may not be present at any compensation committee meeting during the time when his compensation is deliberated.
Our chief executive officer may not be present at any compensation committee meeting during the time when his compensation is deliberated.
Winkler’s appointment as President of the Company, he assumed responsibility for the Company’s day-to-day operational matters globally and the Company’s operational departments, chief operating officers and property president commenced reporting directly to Mr. Winkler while our executive officers and a few other senior executives, together with Mr. Winkler himself, continued to report directly to Mr. Ho. B.
Evan Andrew Winkler, a board member and President of the Company, is responsible for the Company’s day-to-day operational matters globally and the Company’s operational departments, property presidents and other business unit leaders report directly to Mr. Winkler while our executive officers and a few other senior executives, together with Mr. Winkler himself, report directly to Mr. Ho. B.
Out of such restricted shares and New Options granted under the program, 2,750,463 Restricted Shares and 1,243,119 New Options vested as of December 31, 2023, of which 1,177,710 Restricted Shares and 395,235 New Options were those granted to a director and executive officers.
Out of such restricted shares and New Options granted under the program, 5,643,345 restricted shares and 2,486,241 New Options vested as of December 31, 2024, of which 2,119,290 restricted shares and 790,470 New Options were those granted to a director and executive officers.
Each executive officer also agrees to comply with all material applicable laws and regulations related to his or her responsibilities at our Company as well as all material written corporate and business policies and procedures of our Company.
Each executive officer also agrees to comply with all material applicable laws and regulations related to his or her responsibilities at our Company as well as all material written corporate and business policies and procedures of our Company. 161 Table of Contents Each executive officer is prohibited from gambling at any of our Company’s facilities during the term of his or her employment and for six months following the termination of such employment agreement.
On November 1, 2023, we granted 37,593 restricted shares pursuant to our 2021 Share Incentive Plan to an executive officer of our Company. The grant date fair value of the restricted shares granted (closing price of the grant date) was US$2.6600 per share.
On April 3, 2024, we granted share options to acquire 1,540,134 of our ordinary shares pursuant to our 2021 Share Incentive Plan to a director and an executive officer of our Company with an exercise price of US$2.52 per share. The options expire ten years from the date of grant.
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Board Diversity Matrix (As of March 15, 2024) Places of Principal Executive Offices: Singapore and Hong Kong Foreign Private Issuer: Yes Disclosure Prohibited under Home Country Law: No Total Number of Directors: 7 Part I: Gender Identity Female Male Non-Binary Did Not Disclose Gender Directors 1 1 0 5 Part II: Demographic Background Underrepresented Individual in Places of Principal Executive Offices 0 LGBTQ+ 0 Did Not Disclose Demographic Background 5 Executive Officers Mr.
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Crawford has been deeply involved in the education sector in Asia, including setting up international schools and providing consulting services.
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Evan Andrew Winkler, a board member of the Company, was appointed as President of the Company. Prior to September 4, 2019, all of our executive officers and senior executives reported directly to Mr. Ho. Upon Mr.
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Employment Agreements We have entered into an employment agreement with each of our executive officers. The terms of the employment agreements are substantially similar for each executive officer, except as noted below.

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RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS For discussion of significant related party transactions we entered into during the years ended December 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021, see note 22 to the consolidated financial statements included elsewhere in this annual report. Employment Agreements We have entered into employment agreements with key management and personnel of our Company and our subsidiaries. See “Item 6.
RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS For discussion of significant related party transactions we entered into during the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022, see note 22 to the consolidated financial statements included elsewhere in this annual report. Employment Agreements We have entered into employment agreements with key management and personnel of our Company and our subsidiaries. See “Item 6.
ITEM 7. MAJOR SHAREHOLDERS AND RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS A. MAJOR SHAREHOLDERS The following table sets forth the beneficial ownership of our ordinary shares as of March 15, 2024 by all persons who are known to us to be the beneficial owners of 5% or more of our issued share capital.
ITEM 7. MAJOR SHAREHOLDERS AND RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS A. MAJOR SHAREHOLDERS The following table sets forth the beneficial ownership of our ordinary shares as of March 15, 2025 by all persons who are known to us to be the beneficial owners of 5% or more of our issued share capital.
Lawrence Ho; and (iv) 687,360,906 ordinary shares owned of record by Melco Leisure. Melco Leisure is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Melco International. As of March 15, 2024, Mr.
Lawrence Ho; and (iv) 687,360,906 ordinary shares owned of record by Melco Leisure. Melco Leisure is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Melco International. As of March 15, 2025, Mr.
Ho is deemed to be interested in the 301,368,606 ordinary shares of Melco International held by Better Joy Overseas Ltd., 122,243,024 ordinary shares of Melco International held by Lasting Legend Ltd., 53,491,345 ordinary shares of Melco International held by Mighty Dragon Developments Limited, 91,445,132 ordinary shares of Melco International held by Black Spade Capital Limited and 1,566,000 ordinary shares of Melco International held by Maple Peak Investments Inc., representing approximately 19.9%, 8.1%, 3.5%, 6.0% and 0.1% of the total issued shares of Melco International, all of which are companies owned or controlled by the persons and/or trusts associated with Mr.
Ho is deemed to be interested in the 301,368,606 ordinary shares of Melco International held by Better Joy Overseas Ltd., 122,243,024 ordinary shares of Melco International held by Lasting Legend Ltd., 73,590,345 ordinary shares of Melco International held by Mighty Dragon Developments Limited, 91,445,132 ordinary shares of Melco International held by Black Spade Capital Limited and 1,566,000 ordinary shares of Melco International held by Maple Peak Investments Inc., representing approximately 19.87%, 8.06%, 4.85%, 6.03% and 0.10% of the total issued shares of Melco International, all of which are companies owned or controlled by the persons and/or trusts associated with Mr.
Ho holds an aggregate of 894,992,396 ordinary shares of Melco International, representing approximately 59.01% of the total issued shares of Melco International, including his personal interest, interests of the companies which are owned or controlled by the persons and/or trusts associated with him, interest of his spouse and interest of a trust in which he is one of the beneficiaries and is taken to have interest under the Securities and Futures Ordinance (Chapter 571, the Laws of Hong Kong).
Ho holds an aggregate of 931,862,970 ordinary shares of Melco International, representing approximately 61.44% of the total issued shares of Melco International, including his personal interest, interests of the companies which are owned or controlled by the persons and/or trusts associated with him, interest of his spouse and interests of trusts in which he is one of the beneficiaries and is taken to have interest under the Securities and Futures Ordinance (Chapter 571, the Laws of Hong Kong).
Lawrence Ho, our chairman, chief executive officer and director as well as the chairman, chief executive officer and executive director of Melco International, personally holds 8,000,000 ordinary shares of Melco International, representing approximately 0.5% of the total issued shares of Melco International. In addition, Mr.
Lawrence Ho, our chairman, chief executive officer and director as well as the chairman, chief executive officer and executive director of Melco International, personally holds 24,054,574 ordinary shares of Melco International, representing approximately 1.59% of the total issued shares of Melco International. In addition, Mr.
Lawrence Ho; (ii) 7,204,965 ordinary shares personally held by Mr. Lawrence Ho (among which, 6,303,360 are vested restricted shares under the 2011 Share Incentive Plan and the 2021 Share Incentive Plan held by Mr. Lawrence Ho as of March 15, 2024); (iii) 3,309,477 restricted shares that will vest from 60 days of March 15, 2024 held by Mr.
Lawrence Ho (among which, 9,612,837 are vested restricted shares under the 2011 Share Incentive Plan and the 2021 Share Incentive Plan held by Mr. Lawrence Ho as of March 15, 2025); (iii) 2,881,275 restricted shares that will vest from 60 days of March 15, 2025 held by Mr.
Directors, Senior Management and Employees — C. Board Practices — Employment Agreements.” Equity Incentive Plans See “Item 6. Directors, Senior Management and Employees — B.
Directors, Senior Management and Employees — C. Board Practices — Employment Agreements.” Equity Incentive Plans See “Item 6. Directors, Senior Management and Employees — B. Compensation of Directors and Executive Officers.” 169 Table of Contents C. INTERESTS OF EXPERTS AND COUNSEL Not applicable.
As of March 15, 2024, 667,360,904 of the ordinary shares owned of record by Melco Leisure have been pledged in connection with a US$1 billion, 5-year credit facility entered into in June 2021 by, among others, Melco International and Melco Leisure.
As of March 15, 2025, 667,360,904 of the ordinary shares owned of record by Melco Leisure have been pledged in connection with a US$1 billion, 5-year credit facility entered into in June 2021 by, among others, Melco International and Melco Leisure. 168 Table of Contents (4) ARGA Investment Management, LP reports shared voting power and shared dispositive power with respect to 86,275,437 ordinary shares of the Company represented by ADSs with Avula Rama Krishna.
Other than as provided in the table above, reports filed with or furnished to the SEC, public disclosure, including without limitation Schedule 13 filings, and this Annual Report, we are not aware of any significant change in the percentage ownership held by any major shareholder since January 1, 2021. 164 Table of Contents As of December 31, 2023, a total of 1,329,679,067 ordinary shares were outstanding, of which 634,216,184 ordinary shares were registered in the name of a nominee of Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas, the depositary under the deposit agreement.
Other than as provided in the table above, reports filed with or furnished to the SEC, public disclosure, including without limitation Schedule 13 filings, and this Annual Report, we are not aware of any significant change in the percentage ownership held by any major shareholder since January 1, 2022.
Lawrence Ho and Melco International is 38th Floor, The Centrium, 60 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong. Melco International is listed on the Main Board of the HKSE. (3) Comprised of (i) 9,934,422 ordinary shares held by Black Spade Capital Limited, which in turn is held by companies owned by a trust associated with Mr.
(3) Comprised of (i) 9,934,422 ordinary shares held by Black Spade Capital Limited, which in turn is held by companies owned by a trust associated with Mr. Lawrence Ho; (ii) 10,514,442 ordinary shares personally held by Mr.
(4) 86,275,437 6.49 EuroPacific Growth Fund (5) 81,804,750 6.15 (1) Beneficial ownership is determined in accordance with Rule 13d-3 under the Exchange Act, and includes voting or investment power with respect to the securities. 163 Table of Contents (2) The address of Melco Leisure is c/o 38th Floor, The Centrium, 60 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong. The address of Mr.
Ordinary shares beneficially owned (1) Name Number % Lawrence Yau Lung Ho (2)(3) 710,691,045 55.67 ARGA Investment Management, LP, et al. (4) 86,275,437 6.76 EuroPacific Growth Fund (5) 81,804,750 6.41 (1) Beneficial ownership is determined in accordance with Rule 13d-3 under the Exchange Act, and includes voting or investment power with respect to the securities.
Ho. In addition, Mr. Ho is also deemed to have interests in the 312,666,187 ordinary shares of Melco International held by L3G Holdings Inc., representing 20.6% of the total issued shares of Melco International. L3G Holdings Inc. is a company controlled by a discretionary family trust, the beneficiaries of which include Mr. Ho and his immediate family members. Moreover, Ms.
Each of Lucky Life Limited and L3G Holdings Inc. is a company controlled by a discretionary family trust with beneficiaries including Mr. Ho and his family members. Moreover, Ms. Lo Sau Yan, Sharen, the spouse of Mr. Ho, personally holds 4,212,102 ordinary shares of Melco International, representing 0.28% of the total issued shares of Melco International.
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Ordinary shares beneficially owned (1) Name Number % Lawrence Yau Lung Ho (2)(3) 707,809,770 53.23 ARGA Investment Management, LP, et al.
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(2) The address of Melco Leisure is c/o 38th Floor, The Centrium, 60 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong. The address of Mr. Lawrence Ho and Melco International is 38th Floor, The Centrium, 60 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong. Melco International is listed on the Main Board of the HKSE.
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Lo Sau Yan, Sharen, the spouse of Mr. Ho, personally holds 4,212,102 ordinary shares of Melco International, representing 0.30% of the total issued shares of Melco International. Therefore, we believe that Mr.
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Ho is also deemed to have interests in the 717,000 ordinary shares of Melco International held by Lucky Life Limited and 312,666,187 ordinary shares of Melco International held by L3G Holdings Inc., representing an aggregate of approximately 20.66% of the total issued shares of Melco International, by virtue of him being one of the beneficiaries of discretionary family trusts for the purpose of the Securities and Futures Ordinance (Chapter 571, the Laws of Hong Kong).
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(4) ARGA Investment Management, LP reports shared voting power and shared dispositive power with respect to 86,275,437 ordinary shares of the Company represented by ADSs with Avula Rama Krishna.
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As of December 31, 2024, a total of 1,276,540,382 ordinary shares were outstanding, of which 581,077,499 ordinary shares were registered in the name of a nominee of Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas, the depositary under the deposit agreement.
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Compensation of Directors and Executive Officers.” Facility Agreement On March 28, 2022, the Company entered into a facility agreement (the “Facility Agreement”) with Melco International pursuant to which a US$250.0 million revolving loan facility was granted by the Company as lender to Melco International as borrower for a period of 12 months after the first utilization date (the last day of such period being the “Final Repayment Date”).
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Melco International may request for utilization of all or part of the loan from the date of the Facility Agreement until one month prior to the Final Repayment Date for general corporate purposes of Melco International and its subsidiaries (excluding the Company and its subsidiaries).
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Principal amounts outstanding under the Facility Agreement bear interest at an annual rate of 11.0%, with outstanding principal amounts and accrued interest payable by Melco International on the Final Repayment Date. The entry into the Facility Agreement was approved by the audit and risk committee of the board of directors of the Company.
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A draw down by Melco International in the amount of US$200 million was utilized on April 7, 2022 and repaid in January 2023 and, following the settlement of all other amounts due thereunder by Melco International to the Company, the Facility Agreement was terminated in March 2023.
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Melco Leisure Share Repurchases In August 2022, we repurchased 9,995,799 ordinary shares and 25,000,000 ADSs from Melco Leisure for an aggregate purchase price of approximately US$152.7 million under a share repurchase agreement entered into by the Company with Melco International and Melco Leisure in August 2022. 165 Table of Contents In March 2023, we repurchased 40,373,076 ordinary shares from Melco Leisure for an aggregate purchase price of approximately US$169.8 million under a share repurchase agreement entered into by the Company with Melco International and Melco Leisure in March 2023.
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C. INTERESTS OF EXPERTS AND COUNSEL Not applicable.

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