I said in my comments for my previous article about the River Rock Entertainment Authority bonds that I would have an update when there was something to update people about. I think the default and exchange offer qualifies River Rock has filed with the SEC a forbearance agreement that has the votes of over 60% […]
The comparisons between Wall Street and a casino predate the current financial situation by decades. I, of course, have an interest in casinos of all kinds, as shown by my approval of various Indian casino bonds. And now, I have found an enticing opportunity in a casino supplier. Gaming Partners International (GPIC) is the largest […]
Those of you who have been following my articles on the River Rock casino bonds will recall that they fall due for refinancing in November of this year, and that this refinancing process has been delayed because the casino is negotiating its agreement with Sonoma County. If you haven’t been following my articles, that should […]
Several of my readers have written me requesting my opinion on the recent downgrade of the River Rock Entertainment Authority casino bonds that fall due November of this year. The effect of this downgrade has pushed the price of the bonds from the 94 range to the 88 range based on recent prices. I found […]
I am pleased to report that my habit of finding investment opportunities that come in pairs is running true to form. I recently recommended the bonds of the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, and now I can follow it up with the bonds of the River Rock Entertainment Authority, which runs a casino in Sonoma County, […]
As I seem to be in a mood to find junk bonds lately, I am pleased to present you with the bonds of the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority. The Mohegan Tribe operates a massive casino in Connecticut, one of only two casinos in New England, as well as several other ventures. The company has been […]