Jason Ader

We believe management continues to explore strategic alternatives, including potential acquisitions and joint venture opportunities, and as a result, we read more

We believe management continues to explore strategic alternatives, including potential acquisitions and joint venture opportunities, and as a result, we expect WMS to participate in the consolidation of the equipment industry over the next 12 months.

It's a very exciting deal that's good for Mirage's shareholders. This will change the face of the gaming industry.

It's a very exciting deal that's good for Mirage's shareholders. This will change the face of the gaming industry.

We definitely expected more consolidation in the industry, although it is always hard to imagine a deal of this magnitude. read more

We definitely expected more consolidation in the industry, although it is always hard to imagine a deal of this magnitude. Mirage's management has underperformed and the stock has languished recently, making it a great opportunity for MGM Grand. But this will have to be a friendly deal if it has a shot of working.

I wouldn't be surprised if we are talking about an offer from Harrah's on Monday. The real question is, who read more

I wouldn't be surprised if we are talking about an offer from Harrah's on Monday. The real question is, who can get the most synergies out of Mirage's business? I still believe MGM is the best match.

MGM is very deliberate. They are not going to do a deal that isn't immediately accretive to earnings per share. read more

MGM is very deliberate. They are not going to do a deal that isn't immediately accretive to earnings per share. Harrah's, on the other hand, has done deals that aren't accretive.