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Penn Entertainment's origins date back to its 1972 racetrack opening in Pennsylvania. Today, Penn operates 43 properties across 20 states and 12 brands, including Hollywood Casino and Ameristar. Land-based casinos represented 85% of total sales in 2024; 15% was from the interactive segment, which includes sports, iGaming, and media revenue. The retail portfolio generates mid-30s EBITDAR margins and helps position the company to obtain licenses for the digital wagering markets. Additionally, Penn's media assets, theScore and ESPN (starting with its partnership launch in November 2023), provide access to sports betting/iGaming technology and clientele, helping it form a leading digital position.

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Shares of stocks within the broader consumer discretionary sector are trading higher. The sector may be trading up amid the release of better-than-expected ADP employment data.

PENN Entertainment (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PENN#NASDAQ">PENN</a>) underwent analysis by 7 analysts in the last quarter, revealing a spectrum of viewpoints from bullish to bearish.
The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for PENN Entertainment, revealing an average target of $23.14, a high estimate of $26.00, and a low estimate of $19.00. This current average reflects an increase of 1.89% from the previous average price target of $22.71. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742324425_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
The standing of PENN Entertainment among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
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<td>Steven Wieczynski</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ben Chaiken</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$24.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Daniel Politzer</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$24.00</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Chad Beynon</td>
<td>Macquarie</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bernie McTernan</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steven Wieczynski</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$21.00</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Katz</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$21.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to PENN Entertainment. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of PENN Entertainment compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of PENN Entertainment's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Capture valuable insights into PENN Entertainment's market standing by understanding these analyst evaluations alongside pertinent financial indicators. Stay informed and make strategic decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Get to Know PENN Entertainment Better</h2>
Penn Entertainment's origins date back to its 1972 racetrack opening in Pennsylvania. Today, Penn operates 43 properties across 20 states and 12 brands, including Hollywood Casino and Ameristar. Land-based casinos represented 85% of total sales in 2024; 15% was from the interactive segment, which includes sports, iGaming, and media revenue. The retail portfolio generates mid-30s EBITDAR margins and helps position the company to obtain licenses for the digital wagering markets. Additionally, Penn's media assets, theScore and ESPN (starting with its partnership launch in November 2023), provide access to sports betting/iGaming technology and clientele, helping it form a leading digital position.
<h3>A Deep Dive into PENN Entertainment's Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Falling below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a reduced size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: PENN Entertainment's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 19.61%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Consumer Discretionary sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of -7.99%, the company may need to address challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): PENN Entertainment's ROE is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of -4.5%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): PENN Entertainment's ROA is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -0.87%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 3.93.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Analysts may supplement their ratings with predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, offering investors a more comprehensive outlook. However, investors should be mindful that analysts, like any human, can have subjective perspectives influencing their forecasts.
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Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades and downgrades, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.
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<li>Goldman Sachs cut American Express Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AXP#NYSE">AXP</a>) price target from $367 to $330. Goldman Sachs analyst Ryan Nash maintained a Buy rating. American Express shares closed at $264.38 on Monday. See how other <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AXP/analyst-ratings">analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Morgan Stanley slashed the price target for SentinelOne, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/S#NYSE">S</a>) from $27 to $20. Morgan Stanley analyst Hamza Fodderwala maintained an Equal-Weight rating. SentinelOne shares closed at $18.91 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/S/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Stifel cut PENN Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PENN#NASDAQ">PENN</a>) price target from $22 to $19. Stifel analyst Steven Wieczynski maintained a Hold rating. PENN Entertainment shares closed at $17.26 on Monday. See how other analysts <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PENN/analyst-ratings">view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>RBC Capital cut the price target for GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GEV#NYSE">GEV</a>) from $453 to $445. RBC Capital analyst Christopher Dendrinos maintained an Outperform rating. GE Vernova shares closed at $331.96 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GEV/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Piper Sandler cut the price target for Align Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALGN#NASDAQ">ALGN</a>) from $270 to $235. Piper Sandler analyst Jason Bednar reiterated an Overweight rating. Align Technology shares closed at $169.59 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ALGNX/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Citigroup cut Seagate Technology Holdings plc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STX#NASDAQ">STX</a>) price target from $125 to $115. Citigroup analyst Asiya Merchant maintained a Buy rating. Seagate shares settled at $90.51 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/STX/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Loop Capital cut Lyft, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LYFT#NASDAQ">LYFT</a>) price target from $23 to $20. Loop Capital analyst Rob Sanderson maintained a Buy rating. Lyft shares closed at $12.03 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LYFT/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Truist Securities slashed Incyte Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INCY#NASDAQ">INCY</a>) price target from $74 to $72. Truist Securities analyst Srikripa Devarakonda maintained a Hold rating. Incyte shares closed at $62.01 on Monday. &nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/INCY/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>RBC Capital cut the price target for Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) from $440 to $320. RBC Capital analyst Tom Narayan maintained an Outperform rating. Tesla shares settled at $238.01 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/TSLA/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Keybanc slashed Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) price target from $220 to $202. Keybanc analyst Justin Patterson maintained an Overweight rating. Alphabet shares closed at $164.29 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GOOGL/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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Stifel analyst Steven Wieczynski maintains PENN Entertainment (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PENN#NASDAQ">PENN</a>) with a Hold and lowers the price target from $22 to $19.

Stifel Maintains Hold on PENN Entertainment, Lowers Price Target to $19

BofA Securities analyst disclosed views about the future of prediction <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color" rel="noreferrer noopener">markets for online sports betting</a>.
Since December 2024, prediction markets such as Kalshi, Crypto.com, and Polymarket have significantly impacted the U.S. sports betting industry, introducing an increasing variety of markets and betting options on a national scale, writes the analyst.
The analyst says that this trend, combined with an evolving regulatory environment, presents an area that both online sports betting (OSB) operators and investors should monitor closely.
Talking about the best scenario, the analyst writes that prediction markets can enhance the sports betting sector by attracting new customers, expanding the total addressable market (TAM), and creating a convergence between sports betting and financial technology.
The analyst sees opportunities for collaboration between these technologies, and the forthcoming regulatory guidance from the Commodities Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) in late March or early April could drive further interest in this nascent field.
Notably, on 2/5, the CFTC revealed plans for a roundtable discussion on prediction markets to gather input from key stakeholders as it works on refining its regulatory framework.
This event is anticipated to occur approximately 45 days after the February 5th announcement (specific date has not been confirmed) and the 90-day review period for Crypto.com's sports contracts will conclude in mid-April, adds the analyst.
The analyst notes that these events are expected to provide essential clarity on the regulatory landscape for sports-related prediction markets.
On the other hand, the analyst says that there is potential for legal challenges under CFTC regulations and the Wire Act.
On March 5, Nevada issued a cease-and-desist order to Kalshi, requiring them to stop offering event-based contracts on sports and elections by March 14 (extended at Kalshi&#8217;s request). California tribes have raised concerns about prediction markets impacting tribal sovereignty, notes the analyst.
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PENN Entertainment (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PENN#NASDAQ">PENN</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 1.09% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 18.45%. Currently, PENN Entertainment has a market capitalization of $2.62 billion. 
Buying $100 In PENN: If an investor had bought $100 of PENN stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $200.12 today based on a price of $17.10 for PENN at the time of writing.
<h3>PENN Entertainment's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
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Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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$100 Invested In PENN Entertainment 5 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

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Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Consumer Discretionary sector: 
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<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
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<td>TSLA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/14/25</td>
<td>$245.00</td>
<td>$28.5K</td>
<td>4.6K</td>
<td>128.5K</td>
</tr>
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<td>DKNG</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
<td>$170.5K</td>
<td>349</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
</tr>
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<td>HSAI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$41.6K</td>
<td>2.8K</td>
<td>814</td>
</tr>
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<td>CAVA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$41.2K</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>696</td>
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<td>SBUX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/18/26</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$110.6K</td>
<td>352</td>
<td>434</td>
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<td>NKE</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$39.0K</td>
<td>3.0K</td>
<td>410</td>
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<td>ABNB</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
<td>$57.7K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
<td>407</td>
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<td>CVNA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
<td>$41.0K</td>
<td>13.6K</td>
<td>253</td>
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<td>ULTA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$360.00</td>
<td>$108.9K</td>
<td>325</td>
<td>245</td>
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<td>PENN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$45.9K</td>
<td>275</td>
<td>224</td>
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<h2>Explanation</h2>
These bullet-by-bullet explanations have been constructed using the accompanying table. 
• For TSLA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bearish, is expiring today. Parties traded 380 contract(s) at a $245.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $28.5K, with a price of $75.0 per contract. There were 4610 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 128596 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For DKNG (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DKNG#NASDAQ">DKNG</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 154 day(s) on August 15, 2025. This event was a transfer of 1550 contract(s) at a $28.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $170.5K, with a price of $110.0 per contract. There were 349 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1550 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For HSAI (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HSAI#NASDAQ">HSAI</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be neutral, expiring in 34 day(s) on April 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 203 contract(s) at a $20.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 35 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $41.6K, with a price of $205.0 per contract. There were 2848 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 814 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For CAVA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAVA#NYSE">CAVA</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 98 day(s) on June 20, 2025. This event was a transfer of 89 contract(s) at a $95.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $41.2K, with a price of $463.0 per contract. There were 0 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 696 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding SBUX (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SBUX#NASDAQ">SBUX</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 461 day(s) on June 18, 2026. Parties traded 123 contract(s) at a $90.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 25 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $110.6K, with a price of $900.0 per contract. There were 352 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 434 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For NKE (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NKE#NYSE">NKE</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 98 day(s) on June 20, 2025. This event was a transfer of 100 contract(s) at a $75.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 16 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $39.0K, with a price of $390.0 per contract. There were 3014 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 410 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding ABNB (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABNB#NASDAQ">ABNB</a>), we observe a put option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 308 day(s) on January 16, 2026. Parties traded 25 contract(s) at a $135.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $57.7K, with a price of $2310.0 per contract. There were 1540 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 407 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding CVNA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVNA#NYSE">CVNA</a>), we observe a put option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 7 day(s) on March 21, 2025. Parties traded 36 contract(s) at a $185.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $41.0K, with a price of $1140.0 per contract. There were 13692 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 253 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding ULTA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ULTA#NASDAQ">ULTA</a>), we observe a put option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 7 day(s) on March 21, 2025. Parties traded 99 contract(s) at a $360.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $108.9K, with a price of $1100.0 per contract. There were 325 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 245 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding PENN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PENN#NASDAQ">PENN</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 126 day(s) on July 18, 2025. Parties traded 121 contract(s) at a $15.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 23 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $45.9K, with a price of $380.0 per contract. There were 275 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 224 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
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PENN Entertainment's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PENN#NYSE">PENN</a>) short percent of float has fallen 3.04% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 16.36 million shares sold short, which is 12.14% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 4.73 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>PENN Entertainment Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1741352428_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for PENN Entertainment has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing PENN Entertainment's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, PENN Entertainment's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 4.53%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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Mizuho analyst Ben Chaiken maintains PENN Entertainment (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PENN#NASDAQ">PENN</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $24 to $25.

Mizuho Maintains Outperform on PENN Entertainment, Raises Price Target to $25

Wells Fargo analyst Daniel Politzer maintains PENN Entertainment (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PENN#NASDAQ">PENN</a>) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $20 to $24.

Wells Fargo Maintains Equal-Weight on PENN Entertainment, Raises Price Target to $24

Benchmark analyst Mike Hickey reiterates PENN Entertainment (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PENN#NASDAQ">PENN</a>) from Hold to Hold.

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In the latest quarter, 5 analysts provided ratings for PENN Entertainment (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PENN#NASDAQ">PENN</a>), showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for PENN Entertainment, revealing an average target of $24.2, a high estimate of $27.00, and a low estimate of $21.00. This upward trend is apparent, with the current average reflecting a 8.04% increase from the previous average price target of $22.40.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1740765643_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
The perception of PENN Entertainment by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Chad Beynon</td>
<td>Macquarie</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bernie McTernan</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steven Wieczynski</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$21.00</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Katz</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$21.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joseph Greff</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$27.00</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to PENN Entertainment. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of PENN Entertainment compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of PENN Entertainment's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of PENN Entertainment's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PENN/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on PENN Entertainment analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>All You Need to Know About PENN Entertainment</h2>
Penn Entertainment's origins date back to its 1972 racetrack opening in Pennsylvania. Today, Penn operates 43 properties across 20 states and 12 brands, including Hollywood Casino and Ameristar. Land-based casinos represented 89% of total sales in 2023; 11% was from the interactive segment, which includes sports, iGaming, and media revenue. The retail portfolio generates mid-30s EBITDAR margins and helps position the company to obtain licenses for the digital wagering markets. Additionally, Penn's media assets, theScore and ESPN (starting with its partnership launch in November 2023), provide access to sports betting/iGaming technology and clientele, helping it form a leading digital position.
<h3>Financial Insights: PENN Entertainment</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a smaller scale relative to peers. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: PENN Entertainment's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 1.22%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Consumer Discretionary sector.
Net Margin: PENN Entertainment's net margin is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of -2.24%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of -1.2%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): PENN Entertainment's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -0.24%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.
Debt Management: PENN Entertainment's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 3.69, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
Analyst ratings serve as essential indicators of stock performance, provided by experts in banking and financial systems. These specialists diligently analyze company financial statements, participate in conference calls, and engage with insiders to generate quarterly ratings for individual stocks.
In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs.
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Expert Outlook: PENN Entertainment Through The Eyes Of 5 Analysts

Macquarie analyst Chad Beynon maintains PENN Entertainment (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PENN#NASDAQ">PENN</a>) with a Outperform and maintains $26 price target.

Macquarie Maintains Outperform on PENN Entertainment, Maintains $26 Price Target

Needham analyst Bernie McTernan maintains PENN Entertainment (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PENN#NASDAQ">PENN</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $26 to $25.

Needham Maintains Buy on PENN Entertainment, Lowers Price Target to $25

PENN Entertainment Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PENN#NASDAQ">PENN</a>) reported fourth-quarter financial results before the market open on Thursday. Here&#8217;s a look at the key details <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/02/b44002385/penn-entertainment-inc-reports-fourth-quarter-results">from the quarter</a>.
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<li>Q4 Revenue: $1.67 billion, versus <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/earnings">estimates</a> of $1.68 billion</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Q4 Adjusted EPS: Loss of 44 cents, versus estimates for a loss of 38 cents</li>
</ul>
Property level revenue totaled $1.4 billion and interactive segment revenue came in at $275 million in the fourth quarter. The company said it ended the quarter with $706.6 million in cash and cash equivalents and $1.7 billion in total liquidity. 
&#8220;PENN&#8217;s&nbsp;fourth quarter&nbsp;property-level operating results reflect solid performance, as properties not impacted by new supply generated nearly&nbsp;3%&nbsp;year-over-year revenue growth,&#8221; said Jay Snowden, president and CEO of Penn Entertainment.
&#8220;Despite well-known, customer friendly sports betting outcomes during the quarter, our Interactive segment delivered significant year-over-year improvements in revenue and Adjusted EBITDA driven by our disciplined promotional strategies and accelerated growth in our online Casino business.&#8221;
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Penn announced that it plans to repurchase at least $350 million of its common stock in 2025. 
The company noted that its four retail growth projects remain on budget and on track, with the new Hollywood Casino in Joliet expected to open in the fourth quarter of 2025. 
PENN Price Action: <a href="http://benzinga.com/quote/penn">Penn Entertainment shares</a> were up 1.62% at $20.74 at the time of publication Thursday, according to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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New Jersey's latest budget proposal could shake up the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/sports-betting">online sports betting (OSB)</a> <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/gaming">and iGaming landscape</a>. 
JPMorgan analyst Joseph Greff is ringing the alarm. Governor Phil Murphy's fiscal year 2026 budget plan includes a tax rate hike for OSB and iGaming operators, jumping to 25% from 13% and 15%, respectively.
While this isn't a done deal — last year's proposed increase to 30% failed — the governor's endorsement raises the odds of some form of tax bump passing this time.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">DraftKings Feels The Heat</h2>
If implemented by July 2025, Greff estimates that DraftKings Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DKNG#NASDAQ">DKNG</a>) could take a $52 million to $57 million EBITDA hit next year. That's roughly 5% to 6% of its projected 2025 EBITDA midpoint of $950 million — no small change.
Investors may recall DraftKings already bracing for a $50 million hit in the second half of 2024 due to Illinois' tax hike. This latest proposal would add another hurdle for the sports betting giant.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Other Operators In The Crosshairs</h2>
It's not just DraftKings feeling the squeeze. 
BetMGM, a subsidiary of MGM Resorts International (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MGM#NYSE">MGM</a>), could see a $35 million to $39 million EBITDA impact.
On the other hand, Caesars Digital, a unit of Caesars Entertainment Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CZR#NASDAQ">CZR</a>) and PENN Entertainment Inc&#8216;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PENN#NASDAQ">PENN</a>) Penn Interactive would take smaller, yet still noticeable, hits of $15 million to $16 million and $3 million to $4 million, respectively.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Investor Implications: Who Comes Out On Top?</h2>
While tax increases are never welcome news, Greff suggests that the biggest players — like DraftKings and BetMGM — are best positioned to weather the storm. Their scale and brand power provide some cushion against regulatory shifts.
Additionally, states looking to plug budget gaps could accelerate iGaming legislation, potentially creating new market opportunities. For investors, keeping an eye on legislative developments in New Jersey and beyond could be key to navigating the evolving regulatory landscape.
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