MGM is one of the world's leading global hospitality companies, operating a peerless portfolio of destination resort brands, including Bellagio, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay and The Mirage.

MGM Resorts International (NYSE:MGM) recently reported financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2011. Diluted earnings per share attributable to MGM Resorts International was $6.22 per share compared to a loss of $2.00 per share in the prior year second quarter. The current year results include a gain of $3.5 billion (or $6.30 per share) as a result of acquiring a controlling interest in MGM China Holdings Limited (“MGM China”), which the Company began consolidating as of June 3, 2011. The prior year results include a non-cash charge of approximately $1.12 billion (or $1.64 per share, net of tax) relating to an impairment of the Company’s investment in the CityCenter joint venture.

“We have shown growth in year over year cash flows throughout the first half and expect those trends will continue. We believe the foundation of the Las Vegas recovery is solid and our business is building,” said Jim Murren, MGM Resorts International Chairman and CEO. “MGM Macau had another record quarter and the acquisition of a controlling interest in MGM China marks an important step in expanding our global operations and profitability.”

As previously announced, MGM China completed its initial public offering of shares on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited on June 3, 2011 and the Company acquired an additional 1% interest in MGM China, which owns the MGM Macau resort and casino. This acquisition increased the Company’s ownership interest to 51% and, as a result, the Company began consolidating MGM China as of June 3, 2011. Prior to June 3, 2011 the results of MGM Macau were accounted for under the equity method of accounting.

MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) is one of the world's leading global hospitality companies, operating a peerless portfolio of destination resort brands, including Bellagio, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay and The Mirage. In addition to its 51% interest in MGM China Holdings Limited, which owns the MGM Macau resort and casino, the Company has significant holdings in gaming, hospitality and entertainment, owns and operates 15 properties located in Nevada, Mississippi and Michigan, and has 50% investments in three other properties in Nevada and Illinois. One of those investments is CityCenter, an unprecedented urban resort destination on the Las Vegas Strip featuring its centerpiece ARIA Resort & Casino. Leveraging MGM Resorts' unmatched amenities, the M life loyalty program delivers one-of-a-kind experiences, insider privileges and personalized rewards for guests at the Company's renowned properties nationwide.

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