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SkyCity Entertainment (ASX:SKC), the New Zealand casino operator, has rejected takeover approaches that fund managers see as opportunistic. In September 2026, Pendal Group noted SkyCity disclosed takeover approaches it considered too low and opportunistic, and that Pendal holds a position. Collins St reported SkyCity rose around 7% after rejecting two approaches at NZ$0.70 and NZ$0.75, adding that management met with the fund after results. Collins St earlier noted SkyCity has been hurt by New Zealand's weak economy, though early signs of stabilisation are emerging. SkyCity operates in the Consumer Discretionary sector within the Hotels, Restaurants and Leisure industry, and Thesis Tracker has captured 9 comments from 2 fund managers, including Collins St and Cromwell, alongside Pendal Group. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Auckland, SkyCity operates casino, hotel and entertainment complexes in Auckland, Hamilton, Queenstown and Adelaide, and is completing the New Zealand International Convention Centre.
Company figures as of 15 Oct 2026. For information only.
Fund managers including Collins St Asset Management, Cromwell Funds Management, Pendal Group and Investors Mutual Limited have invested in Skycity Entertainment Group Ltd (ASX:SKC).
Collins St and Pendal highlight takeover interest, which signals value below the surface, and early signs of stabilisation in the New Zealand economy that could support earnings.
Collins St notes SkyCity has been hurt by weakness in the New Zealand economy, and the business faces regulatory scrutiny over anti-money laundering and gambling harm.
SkyCity Entertainment Group Ltd., founded in 1996 and headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand, operates casino and entertainment complexes across New Zealand and Australia. The company operates through five business segments: SkyCity Auckland (casino, hotels, conventions), Other New Zealand Operations (Hamilton, Queenstown, Wharf, and online gaming), SkyCity Adelaide (casino, hotel, food, and beverage), International Business (gaming for international customers), and Corporate/Group (head office, funding, and investments including Gaming Innovation Group Inc.). Its diverse portfolio focuses on integrated resort management and gaming services across key Australasian markets.
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11,356 comments from 164 managers on 761 companies, snapshot 15 Oct 2026.