Wynn Resorts (NASDAQ:WYNN) (+33%, +1.78%), the luxury gaming and hotel operator with prime properties in Las Vegas, Macau, and Boston, was the largest contributor in the quarter. Macau’s rebound continued, as that market now has grown for several months, some at double-digit rates. Wynn’s Palace property is ramping up from non-earning status more quickly than expected and gaining share as the premium property in Macau. Las Vegas continues to be a steady market, and the company is making progress on developing and monetizing its under earning golf course land. Wynn also is likely to benefit from the NFL coming to Las Vegas. Construction on the Boston resort is moving ahead as planned. Wynn has a large amount of optionality, and we are confident that CEO Steve Wynn and his team can maximize our outcome. Given the price strength and the position size, we trimmed the stock in the quarter.
From Longleaf Partners first quarter 2017 Small-Cap Fund Commentary.
