GURU.Markets stock price, segment price, and overall market index valuation
The company's share price PlayAGS
PlayAGS is a supplier of slot machines and table games for casinos. Its stock price is cyclical and depends on the capital expenditures of casino operators, which are determined by consumer spending on gambling and the overall health of the industry.
Share prices of companies in the market segment - Leisure games
PlayAGS is a company that develops and supplies slot machines, table games, and interactive casino solutions. We've categorized it under "Games," and the chart below shows how the sector is performing among equipment and technology suppliers for the gambling industry.
Broad Market Index - GURU.Markets
PlayAGS is a developer and supplier of slot machines, table games, and interactive casino solutions. As part of the GURU.Markets index, it represents the gambling equipment sector. The chart below represents the entire market. See how this company's stock compares to the overall trend.
Change in the price of a company, segment, and market as a whole per day
AGS - Daily change in the company's share price PlayAGS
PlayAGS, Inc.'s daily stock price fluctuations reflect the volatility of the casino industry. This metric is a measure of the company's sensitivity to consumer spending in the gambling sector and demand for its slot machines.
Daily change in the price of a set of shares in a market segment - Leisure games
PlayAGS develops and supplies gaming equipment and technology for casinos. The gambling industry is cyclical and dependent on consumer spending on entertainment. The chart below shows the average volatility in this sector, allowing you to assess how AGS shares respond to these trends.
Daily change in the price of a broad market stock, index - GURU.Markets
PlayAGS produces slot machines and other casino equipment. The company's business serves as a barometer of investment activity in the gambling industry. Its stock price reflects these economic cycles and influences the overall market environment.
Dynamics of market capitalization of the company, segment and the market as a whole over 12 months
Annual dynamics of the company's market capitalization PlayAGS
PlayAGS, Inc.'s year-over-year performance tells the story of its performance in the gaming equipment market. Its 12-month market cap growth reflects casino demand for its slot machines and table games. Its valuation is a bet on its new, innovative games' ability to gain a foothold on the highly competitive casino floor.
Annual dynamics of market capitalization of the market segment - Leisure games
PlayAGS, Inc. is a designer and supplier of gaming equipment and content for casinos. Its success depends on its ability to create popular slot machines and the capital expenditures of casino operators. The chart below shows how the "hit" nature of its business and the cyclical nature of the gambling industry influence its growth.
Annual dynamics of market capitalization of broad market stocks, index - GURU.Markets
PlayAGS, a developer and supplier of slot machines and other casino equipment, is directly dependent on the health of the gambling industry. Its annual market capitalization dynamics reflect consumer spending on entertainment. During periods of economic growth, people spend more at casinos, which is positive for the company.
Dynamics of market capitalization of the company, segment and the market as a whole for the month
Monthly dynamics of the company's market capitalization PlayAGS
PlayAGS is a supplier of slot machines and other casino equipment. Its business is cyclical and dependent on the capital expenditures of casino operators. Monthly fluctuations in its value reflect demand for its products and general trends in the gambling industry.
Monthly dynamics of market capitalization of the market segment - Leisure games
PlayAGS develops and supplies slot machines, table games, and interactive casino solutions. The chart below shows the overall dynamics of the gambling equipment and entertainment sector, which is driven by consumer spending and regulations.
Monthly dynamics of market capitalization of broad market stocks, index - GURU.Markets
PlayAGS, Inc. develops and supplies gaming equipment for casinos. Its business is highly cyclical and depends on consumer spending on entertainment and casino capital expenditures. Share price performance is a barometer of the gambling industry's health and typically amplifies market movements.
Dynamics of market capitalization of the company, segment and the market as a whole for the week
Weekly dynamics of the company's market capitalization PlayAGS
Shares of PlayAGS, a manufacturer of slot machines and casino equipment, reflect the state of the gambling industry. Weekly price movements depend on news about new casino openings, demand for their products, and overall economic conditions. The chart below shows how short-term trends in the entertainment sector influence this supplier's valuation.
Weekly dynamics of market capitalization of the market segment - Leisure games
PlayAGS produces slot machines and casino equipment. Its business is directly dependent on the health of the gambling industry and consumer spending on entertainment. Compare its weekly performance with the sector to assess its sensitivity to economic cycles.
Weekly dynamics of market capitalization of stocks of the broad market, index - GURU.Markets
PlayAGS produces gaming equipment for casinos. Its business depends on consumer spending on entertainment. This chart compares its weekly performance to the market to assess how sensitive its shares are to the state of the gambling industry and the overall economic situation.
Market capitalization of the company, segment and market as a whole
AGS - Market capitalization of the company PlayAGS
The PlayAGS, Inc. valuation chart is a barometer for the casino slot and table game market. The company's market cap depends on casinos' spending on updating their gaming equipment. The dynamics show how investors assess its position in the competition with giants like IGT and Aristocrat.
AGS - Share of the company's market capitalization PlayAGS within the market segment - Leisure games
PlayAGS's market share in the entertainment sector reflects its position as a designer and supplier of slot machines and table games for casinos. Its market share reflects its ability to create popular games and its market share in the highly competitive gambling equipment industry.
Market capitalization of the market segment - Leisure games
The chart shows the total market capitalization of casino gaming equipment manufacturers. PlayAGS is one of the prominent players in this market. The graph shows how technological innovations and consumer trends are impacting this competitive entertainment industry.
Market capitalization of all companies included in a broad market index - GURU.Markets
This chart depicts the market value of the casino entertainment industry. The market capitalization of PlayAGS, a manufacturer of slot machines and table games, is a barometer of the health of the gambling industry. The line shows how the casino equipment supplier maintains its share of the global leisure and gambling economy.
Book value capitalization of the company, segment and market as a whole
AGS - Book value capitalization of the company PlayAGS
This chart illustrates PlayAGS's asset base. Its foundation is not only the production facilities for slot machine assembly, but also, more importantly, the intellectual property for the gaming content and the fleet of slot machines leased to casinos. The dynamics show the investment in these assets.
AGS - Share of the company's book capitalization PlayAGS within the market segment - Leisure games
PlayAGS's physical infrastructure consists of its slot machine assembly lines and the equipment installed in its casinos. The chart shows the company's share of this manufacturing and operational infrastructure for the gambling industry.
Market segment balance sheet capitalization - Leisure games
The entertainment and gambling industry, as the graph shows, is capital-intensive. PlayAGS, as a slot machine manufacturer, is part of this industry. Its business requires manufacturing facilities, making it capital-intensive but different from owning a casino.
Book value of all companies included in the broad market index - GURU.Markets
PlayAGS develops and supplies slot machines and casino equipment. The company's assets include one-armed bandit manufacturing plants and a portfolio of installed machines, which form the physical foundation of the gambling business. The chart below illustrates this supplier's scale in the gambling industry.
The ratio of market capitalization to book capitalization of a company, segment, and the market as a whole
Market capitalization to book capitalization ratio - PlayAGS
PlayAGS is a company that develops and supplies slot machines and other casino equipment. Its market capitalization reflects its share of this competitive market and its ability to create popular and profitable games.
Market to book capitalization ratio in a market segment - Leisure games
PlayAGS, Inc. is a manufacturer of slot machines and other casino equipment. Its business is dependent on the state of the gaming industry. This chart shows how the market values ββits technology and game portfolio compared to its manufacturing and intangible assets.
Market to book capitalization ratio for the market as a whole
PlayAGS develops and supplies gaming equipment and technology for casinos. This chart shows how the market values ββtheir product portfolio, market share, and intellectual property. These trends reflect the state of the gambling industry and the demand for new slot machines.
Debts of the company, segment and market as a whole
AGS - Company debts PlayAGS
PlayAGS, a manufacturer of slot machines and table games for casinos, uses a debt strategy to finance the development of new games and equipment. This chart shows how the company invests in R&D to remain competitive and provide casinos with products that attract players and generate revenue.
Market segment debts - Leisure games
PlayAGS is a developer and supplier of slot machines and other casino equipment. This business is cyclical and requires investment in R&D to create popular games. This chart shows how the company's debt load reflects its growth strategy, including leasing its machines, and how it manages its capital in the competitive gambling equipment industry.
Market debt in general
Debt to book value of the company, segment and market as a whole
The company's debt to book capitalization ratio PlayAGS
Thunder Power, an electric vehicle manufacturer, operates in one of the most capital-intensive sectors. Transitioning from design to mass production requires billions in investment. This chart shows how dependent the company is on debt to realize its ambitious, yet highly risky, plans.
Market segment debt to market segment book capitalization - Leisure games
PlayAGS is a developer and supplier of slot machines, table games, and interactive casino solutions. This chart compares the company's debt to the total market capitalization of the entire gambling sector. It illustrates how the casino equipment supplier manages its capital and funds its developments in a competitive industry.
Debt to book value of all companies in the market
PlayAGS, Inc. develops and supplies slot machines and other casino equipment. Demand for its products depends on investment cycles in the gambling industry. This graph of total debt in the economy serves as an indicator of the industry's health, allowing us to assess how casino operators are funding their gaming floor upgrades, which directly impacts AGS sales.
P/E of the company, segment and market as a whole
P/E - PlayAGS
This chart shows the valuation of PlayAGS, a slot machine manufacturer. The company's P/E is cyclical and depends on the state of the gambling industry. It reflects the casino's willingness to invest in updating its slot fleet, which is directly linked to the overall state of the economy and consumer spending.
P/E of the market segment - Leisure games
PlayAGS is a developer and supplier of gaming hardware, such as slot machines, and interactive casino solutions. The company focuses on creating engaging games for the gambling industry. This chart shows the average rating for the gaming industry, providing insight into how investors value technology providers for land-based and online casinos.
P/E of the market as a whole
PlayAGS develops and supplies slot machines, table games, and interactive casino products. The company is one of the fastest-growing players in the gaming equipment market. This chart, reflecting overall consumer sentiment, helps understand how the market views the casino and gambling industry's prospects.
Future P/E of the company, segment and market as a whole
Future (projected) P/E of the company PlayAGS
PlayAGS is a company that develops and supplies slot machines and other casino equipment. This chart shows future profit projections, which depend on the casino's expenses on updating its gaming fleet and overall activity in the gambling industry.
Future (projected) P/E of the market segment - Leisure games
PlayAGS develops and supplies slot machines and table games for casinos. This chart compares the company's profitability expectations with the gambling equipment sector. It shows how investors view its product portfolio and its ability to compete with giants like IGT and Aristocrat.
Future (projected) P/E of the market as a whole
PlayAGS develops and supplies slot machines and table games for casinos. Demand for their products is directly dependent on casino operators' capital expenditures, which in turn depend on attendance and consumer spending on entertainment. This chart, reflecting overall confidence, is an indicator of the health of the hospitality and gaming industries.
Profit of the company, segment and market as a whole
Company profit PlayAGS
PlayAGS develops and supplies slot machines, table games, and interactive casino products. Its financial results depend on casinos' spending on updating their gaming equipment and the popularity of its games. This chart shows how the state of the gambling industry and competition among suppliers affect the company's profitability.
Profit of companies in the market segment - Leisure games
PlayAGS develops and supplies slot machines, table games, and interactive casino products. This graph, showing overall sector profitability, reflects the state of the gambling industry. AGS's ability to create engaging games that attract players and generate revenue for casinos directly impacts the financial performance of the entire gaming equipment market.
Overall market profit
PlayAGS develops and supplies gaming equipment (slot machines) and casino technology. Its success is directly dependent on the health of the gambling industry. When casinos thrive and invest in upgrading their halls, demand for AGS products grows, making the company a barometer of this specific sector.
Future (predicted) profit of the company, segment and market as a whole
Future (projected) profit of the company PlayAGS
PlayAGS develops and supplies slot machines and table games for casinos. Future profit projections depend on casinos' spending on gaming equipment upgrades. Analysts assess demand for new games and the company's expansion into the gaming markets.
Future (predicted) profit of companies in the market segment - Leisure games
PlayAGS develops and supplies slot machines, table games, and interactive casino products. This chart shows revenue forecasts for the entire gambling and entertainment sector. It allows you to assess how the company's gaming-focused product line compares to overall consumer spending trends in entertainment.
Future (predicted) profit of the market as a whole
PlayAGS develops and supplies gaming equipment (slot machines) and casino games. This sector is highly dependent on consumer spending on entertainment and the state of the gambling industry. This chart, illustrating economic expectations, serves as a barometer for AGS. During periods of growth, people are more willing to spend money at casinos, which encourages operators to upgrade their gaming fleet.
P/S of the company, segment and market as a whole
P/S - PlayAGS
PlayAGS develops and supplies slot machines, table games, and interactive casino products. This chart, which compares market capitalization to revenue, is an indicator of the state of the gambling industry. It shows how investors view its product portfolio and its ability to compete for space on casino floors worldwide.
P/S market segment - Leisure games
PlayAGS (AGS) is a leading provider of gaming equipment and casino technology, including slot machines, table games, and interactive solutions. The company's success depends on demand from the gambling industry. This chart shows the average market revenue estimate for the gaming technology sector, which helps understand how investors view AGS's product portfolio and market share.
P/S of the market as a whole
PlayAGS develops and supplies slot machines, table games, and interactive casino products. The company's success depends on game innovation and demand from casino operators. This chart shows how investors evaluate revenue in the cyclical gambling industry compared to the overall market.
Future P/S of the company, segment and market as a whole
Future (projected) P/S of the company PlayAGS
PlayAGS develops and supplies slot machines and table games for casinos. This chart shows how investors value the company based on its expected future sales and equipment rental revenue. It is sensitive to consumer entertainment spending and the state of the gambling industry.
Future (projected) P/S of the market segment - Leisure games
PlayAGS develops and supplies slot machines, table games, and interactive casino products. The graph shows the average estimated future sales for the gaming industry. It helps understand how the market views AGS's product portfolio and its ability to compete with gaming equipment giants such as IGT and Aristocrat.
Future (projected) P/S of the market as a whole
PlayAGS (AGS) develops and supplies slot machines and casino equipment. Their business is directly dependent on the health of the gambling industry and consumer spending on entertainment. Positive economic expectations, reflected in this graph, typically indicate increased casino traffic and operators' willingness to upgrade their gaming floors.
Sales of the company, segment and market as a whole
Company sales PlayAGS
PlayAGS's revenue dynamics reflect the state of the casino industry. The company develops and sells slot machines, table games, and interactive solutions for gambling establishments. This growth reflects increased capital expenditures by casinos on upgrading their gaming equipment and strong demand for new games.
Sales of companies in the market segment - Leisure games
PlayAGS is a supplier of gaming equipment and technology for casinos. Its revenue breakdown shows how income is split between slot machine sales, leasing, and revenue share, as well as a growing interactive gaming segment. This reflects its diversified monetization model within the gambling industry.
Overall market sales
PlayAGS, Inc. develops and supplies gaming equipment and technology for casinos. Demand for its products is directly dependent on the capital expenditures of gambling establishments, which, in turn, are determined by casino attendance and revenue. This chart, illustrating overall consumer spending on entertainment, is a leading indicator for the entire gambling industry.
Future sales volume of the company, segment and market as a whole
Future (projected) sales of the company PlayAGS
PlayAGS develops and supplies gaming equipment (slot machines) and interactive casino games. The company's sales are dependent on casino operators' capital expenditures. This chart shows analyst expectations for the state of the gambling industry.
Future (projected) sales of companies in the market segment - Leisure games
PlayAGS develops and supplies slot machines and table games for casinos. This chart shows the outlook for the entertainment gaming sector. Its dynamics reflect the health of the gambling industry, including casino capital expenditures on equipment upgrades, which is AGS's primary source of revenue.
Future (projected) sales of the market as a whole
The dynamics of consumer entertainment spending, shown in this chart, are a key factor for PlayAGS. The manufacturer of slot machines and other casino equipment depends on the health of the gambling industry. Economic growth and consumer confidence drive casino attendance.
Marginality of the company, segment and market as a whole
Company marginality PlayAGS
PlayAGS develops and supplies slot machines and table games for casinos. This chart shows how the company's profitability depends on activity in the gambling industry. Profitability is determined by equipment sales and rental volumes, as well as demand from casino operators for new and attractive products.
Market segment marginality - Leisure games
PlayAGS develops and supplies gaming equipment (slot machines) and interactive casino games. The company's profitability depends on demand from casinos and the popularity of its games. This chart shows the average profitability in the sector. It helps assess how successfully PlayAGS competes in the casino equipment market.
Market marginality as a whole
PlayAGS develops and supplies slot machines and other casino equipment. Demand for its products is directly dependent on casino operators' capital expenditures. This graph, reflecting the state of the consumer sector, is an indicator of the health of the gambling industry. Growing casino revenues allow them to invest in upgrading their gaming equipment, purchasing it from AGS.
Employees in the company, segment and market as a whole
Number of employees in the company PlayAGS
PlayAGS, Inc. develops and supplies slot machines and table games for casinos. This chart reflects the size of its team of designers, engineers, and sales specialists. This trend illustrates how the company competes in the gaming equipment market, creating new games and technologies to attract players and increase casino revenue.
Share of the company's employees PlayAGS within the market segment - Leisure games
PlayAGS develops and supplies gaming equipment (slot machines) and interactive casino games. This chart shows the company's share of the total number of engineers and designers in the gaming technology industry. This reflects its product line and competitive position in a market dominated by a few large players.
Number of employees in the market segment - Leisure games
PlayAGS, Inc. develops and supplies slot machines, table games, and interactive casino products. This chart, showing employment in the gaming entertainment sector, is indicative. The growing number of game designers, engineers, and sales specialists in this industry reflects the level of casino investment in upgrading gaming equipment and attracting visitors.
Number of employees in the market as a whole
PlayAGS produces gaming hardware and software for casinos. Their business is directly dependent on the health of the gambling industry and consumer spending on entertainment. This total employment chart reflects the financial health of players. Rising incomes and confidence in the future encourage people to spend more on leisure activities, leading to increased revenue for casinos and their suppliers.
Market capitalization per employee (in thousands of dollars) of the company, segment, and market as a whole
Market capitalization per employee (in thousands of dollars) of the company PlayAGS (AGS)
PlayAGS (AGS) is a supplier of gaming equipment (slot machines) and interactive casino games. This business combines R&D (intellectual capital in the form of game mathematics and design) and capital intensity (machine manufacturing and leasing). This metric reflects how the market values ββtheir market share and game portfolio.
Market capitalization per employee (in thousands of dollars) in the market segment - Leisure games
PlayAGS develops and supplies gaming equipment and technology for casinos. Success in this business depends on the quality and popularity of the games created by its team of developers and designers. This metric helps understand how effectively the company monetizes its creative and technological potential per employee.
Market capitalization per employee (in thousands of dollars) for the overall market
PlayAGS develops and supplies slot machines and table games for casinos. In the gambling industry, value is created through the mathematics, design, and technology embedded in games. This chart shows how the market evaluates the ability of a creative and technical team to create popular and profitable gaming products for a highly competitive market.
Profit per employee (in thousands of dollars) for the company, segment, and market as a whole
Profit per employee (in thousands of dollars) of the company PlayAGS (AGS)
PlayAGS is a casino hardware and software supplier. They develop and sell (or lease) slot machines and table games. This chart shows how profitable their development engineers and salespeople are in creating and hosting these games, generating revenue from both direct sales and a share of the casino's winnings.
Profit per employee (in thousands of dollars) in the market segment - Leisure games
PlayAGS develops and supplies gaming equipment (slot machines) and casino technology. This chart shows how effectively the company monetizes its products. Success in this industry depends on creating popular games and technologies that generate stable revenue for casino operators, which, in turn, ensures high profits for AGS.
Profit per employee (in thousands of dollars) for the market as a whole
PlayAGS (AGS) is a company that develops and supplies slot machines, table games, and interactive casino solutions. It's a B2B gambling company. This business requires R&D (game development) and production. This metric helps evaluate how effectively a casino equipment supplier generates profit from its staff.
Sales to employees of the company, segment and market as a whole
Sales per company employee PlayAGS (AGS)
PlayAGS develops and supplies slot machines and table games for casinos. This chart demonstrates the demand for their products in the gambling market. The increase in revenue per employee reflects successful sales of new equipment and the popularity of their games among casino patrons.
Sales per employee in the market segment - Leisure games
PlayAGS is a B2B gaming company. They design, manufacture, and supply slot machines and casino equipment. This chart shows how productive their team (R&D, sales, service) is. It reflects their ability to create hit games and deploy them to casinos, earning a percentage of the revenue or a rental fee.
Sales per employee for the market as a whole
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Short shares by company, segment and market as a whole
Shares shorted by company PlayAGS (AGS)
PlayAGS (AGS) produces slot machines for casinos. It's a cyclical business. This chart shows the volume of short positions. Short sellers could be betting on casinos cutting spending on slot machine upgrades due to a slowing economy or on AGS's high debt load.
Shares shorted by market segment - Leisure games
PlayAGS (AGS) develops and supplies slot machines and table games for casinos. The chart below shows the overall short position on the gambling equipment sector. It reflects whether investors expect a decline in consumer spending at casinos or a slowdown in the opening of new gambling establishments.
Shares shorted by the overall market
PlayAGS (AGS) produces slot machines for casinos. This represents 100% capital expenditure. When this market pessimism indicator rises, it reflects fears of a recession. Investors expect casinos (anticipating a decline in traffic) to immediately freeze budgets for gaming floor upgrades.
RSI 14 indicator for a company, segment, and market as a whole
The company's RSI 14 indicator PlayAGS (AGS)
This chart for PlayAGS is an indicator of demand in regional casinos. The company supplies slot machines to casinos primarily outside of Las Vegas. "Overbought" levels (above 70) are indicated by data showing casino revenue growth (GGR) or the successful launch of a new game. Recession fears (which are affecting casinos) lead to "oversold" levels (below 30).
RSI 14 Market Segment - Leisure games
PlayAGS is a "one-armed bandit" 2.0. They are *not* a casino, but a *producer* of *slot machines* (slots) and *table games* for casinos. The "Leisure games" (gaming/casino) sector is very volatile. RSI_14_Seg shows whether the *entire* sector is "overheated." This helps distinguish whether AGS's growth is their "niche" or the *general* "hype"?
RSI 14 for the overall market
PlayAGS (AGS), a slot machine manufacturer. This chart is a barometer of casino capital expenditures. In times of euphoria, casinos (and their clients) eagerly spend millions on "upgrading" their gaming floors. In times of panic and recession, they "freeze" these projects to preserve capital, and demand for new AGS machines falls.
Analyst consensus forecast for the company's share price, the segment, and the market as a whole
Analyst consensus stock price forecast AGS (PlayAGS)
PlayAGS (AGS) is a provider of slot machines, table games, and interactive casino solutions. This chart shows the average 12-month forecast. It reflects analyst expectations for casino capital expenditures on machine fleet upgrades and the company's growth in new markets.
The difference between the consensus estimate and the actual stock price AGS (PlayAGS)
PlayAGS (AGS) is a boutique casino supplier. The company develops and supplies slot machines and table games for casinos. This chart shows how the current share price differs from its "fair" value. It reflects analysts' views on the casino renewal cycle and market share.
Analyst consensus forecast for stock prices by market segment - Leisure games
PlayAGS (AGS) β "B2B for casinos." The company develops and supplies slot machines, card tables, and casino software. This chart shows analysts' overall expectations for the "leisure and gaming" sector. It reflects whether experts believe in the growth of land-based casinos and demand for new slots.
Analysts' consensus forecast for the overall market share price
PlayAGS (AGS) is a one-armed bandit company. They develop and supply slot machines and table games for casinos. Their business is the casino's capital expenditure. This chart shows the general sentiment of experts. It reflects the extent to which analysts believe consumers will have "extra" money for gambling.
AKIMA index of the company, segment and market as a whole
AKiMA Company Index PlayAGS
PlayAGS (AGS) is an underdog in the casino industry. They don't compete with the giants (Aristocrat), but are a boutique provider of slots and table games focused on tribal casinos. This chart summarizes their adoption history. It reflects their growing market share and their strong, high-margin machine rental revenue.
AKIMA Market Segment Index - Leisure games
PlayAGS is a one-armed bandit company for casinos. They develop, manufacture, and supply slot machines and table games for the gambling industry. This is a highly competitive B2B leisure market. This chart compares their composite index to the sector, showing how their gaming solutions outperform the competition.
The AKIM Index for the overall market
PlayAGS is a provider of slot machines, tables, and interactive casino solutions. Focusing on the US market, this chart, which reflects the market average, provides a macro backdrop. It helps assess how the AGS, which depends on casino capital expenditures and game popularity, compares to the overall macroeconomic situation.