NSAA Honors Campbell, Link with Industry Awards
The National Ski Areas Association (NSAA) will honor Pat Campbell with the Lifetime Achievement Award and Geraldine Link with the Industry Impact Award at its 2026 National Convention. Campbell is recognized for her nearly four-decade career in resort operations and leadership development, including serving as Vail Resorts' first female COO and NSAA's first female board chair. Link is acknowledged for her 30 years of work shaping policy, partnerships, and sustainability initiatives as NSAA’s director of public policy, playing a key role in public lands policy and the Sustainable Slopes program.
Vail Resorts, Inc. (NYSE:MTN) Receives Consensus Recommendation of "Hold" from Brokerages
Vail Resorts, Inc. (NYSE:MTN) has received a consensus "Hold" rating from brokerages, with an average 12-month price target of $165.00. The company recently missed quarterly earnings and revenue expectations due to a warm winter, reporting $5.87 EPS against a $6.06 estimate and $1.08 billion in revenue against $1.11 billion. Despite this, insiders, including CEO Robert A. Katz, have been buying shares, while institutional investors hold approximately 94.9% of the company.
Vail Resorts Earnings Call: Weather Pain, Pass Strength
Vail Resorts' recent earnings call revealed a cautious outlook due to severe Rocky Mountain weather impacting visitation and revenue, leading to a guidance cut. Despite these challenges, the company highlighted structural resilience through a growing pass base, record guest satisfaction, significant cost savings, and a strong balance sheet. Management emphasized ongoing investments in technology and infrastructure, aiming to deepen loyalty and improve the customer experience, while acknowledging weather volatility as a key swing factor for future performance.
Colorado ski resorts announce early closures amid historic snowpack lows, high temperatures
Colorado ski resorts are announcing early closures due to historically low snowpack and recent warm temperatures, with many not opening 100% of their terrain this season. Several resorts, including Copper Mountain, Monarch Mountain, and Beaver Creek, are closing weeks ahead of their usual schedules, while others like Arapahoe Basin and Loveland Ski Area are staying open as long as conditions permit despite challenges. The upcoming week is expected to bring some snow but also high temperatures, further impacting snow preservation.
Vail Resorts Shares Bought by SG Americas Securities
SG Americas Securities LLC, an institutional investor, has significantly increased its stake in Vail Resorts, Inc. (NYSE: MTN) by 133.2% in the fourth quarter of 2025. This increase brings their total holdings to approximately 28,017 shares, valued at around $3.72 million, signaling confidence in Vail Resorts' long-term growth prospects despite market volatility. The move highlights the perceived value in Vail Resorts' business model and its position as a leading ski resort operator.
Vail Resorts, Inc. $MTN Shares Bought by SG Americas Securities LLC
SG Americas Securities LLC significantly increased its holdings in Vail Resorts, Inc. (NYSE:MTN) by 133.2% in Q4, acquiring an additional 16,004 shares, now owning 28,017 shares valued at $3.72 million. Additionally, CEO Robert A. Katz and CFO Angela Korch purchased shares, demonstrating insider confidence in the company. Vail Resorts also declared a quarterly dividend of $2.22 per share, representing an annualized yield of 6.8%.
Vice president and chief operating officer of Vail Mountain announces retirement
Beth Howard, Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Vail Mountain, has announced her retirement after a 41-year career with Vail Resorts. Howard's work significantly shaped the ski and hospitality experience, introducing various innovative dining concepts, attractions, and leading major infrastructure improvements at Vail and Beaver Creek. She will continue in her role through the ski season and then serve in an advisory capacity until her full retirement in mid-October.
Lawsuit claims Vail Resorts’ Epic Pass and Alterra Mountain Co.’s Ikon Pass are anticompetitive, violate antitrust laws
A class-action lawsuit filed in Denver U.S. District Court alleges that Vail Resorts' Epic Pass and Alterra Mountain Co.'s Ikon Pass are anticompetitive and violate federal antitrust laws. The lawsuit claims that the high cost of single-day lift tickets (over $300) forces skiers to purchase expensive season passes (over $1,000), constituting an illegal "bundling" scheme. Both companies deny the claims, asserting that their passes offer significant value and make skiing more accessible.
Top 5 most-read stories last week: Postal Service investigation, Vail Resorts lawsuit, and resort closing dates
This article lists the top five most-read stories on SummitDaily.com from March 22-28, 2026. Key topics include a criminal investigation by the U.S. Postal Inspection Service into a Silverthorne business, impending Colorado resort closing dates due to low snowfall and warm weather, a class-action lawsuit against Vail Resorts and Alterra Mountain Co. alleging price inflation, and a piece on the impact of climate change as Colorado experiences record heat.
Vanguard reports 0% stake in Vail Resorts (MTN) after internal realignment
The Vanguard Group has reported zero beneficial ownership of Vail Resorts (MTN) common stock following an internal realignment effective January 12, 2026. This change is due to certain Vanguard subsidiaries now reporting their holdings separately, in accordance with SEC Release No. 34-39538. The filing, a Schedule 13G/A amendment, was signed by Ashley Grim, Head of Global Fund Administration, on March 27, 2026.
Vail Resorts Inc Stock Hits 52-Week Low Amid Antitrust Scrutiny and Earnings Challenges for Investor
Vail Resorts Inc (NYSE:MTN) shares hit a new 52-week low of $125.15 following a quarterly earnings miss and amidst ongoing antitrust litigation. The company's Epic Pass model is under scrutiny for potential anticompetitive pricing, raising concerns about future revenue and operational adjustments. Despite solid return on equity, investors are weighing risks from high dividend payout, liquidity strains, and climate change impacts against potential upside and insider buying.
Vail Resorts Antitrust Case Puts Epic Pass Model Under Fresh Scrutiny
Vail Resorts and Alterra Mountain Company are facing a federal antitrust lawsuit alleging an industry-wide scheme to inflate ski pass and lift ticket prices through bundling. The lawsuit targets the Epic Pass model, raising questions about Vail Resorts' pricing power and competitive practices. This legal challenge could lead to changes in pass structures, revenue sharing, and overall competitive dynamics in the ski industry, with potential implications for Vail Resorts' financial performance and long-term strategy.
Vail Resorts, Alterra Mountain hit with class action lawsuit over season pass prices
Vail Resorts and Alterra Mountain Company are facing a federal antitrust class action lawsuit filed on behalf of skiers and snowboarders. The lawsuit alleges that the companies unfairly increased prices and used bundling tactics with their multi-mountain season passes, specifically the Epic Pass and Ikon Pass. Plaintiffs claim this forces customers into purchasing expensive season passes due to high single-day lift ticket prices, leading to overcrowding and reduced choice.
Vail Resorts, Alterra Sued for Being Too Expensive, Inflating Cost of Epic and Ikon Passes
Vail Resorts and Alterra Mountain Company are facing a class-action lawsuit alleging that they have unlawfully inflated prices and suppressed competition through anti-competitive bundling practices for their multi-mountain season passes, the Epic and Ikon Passes. The plaintiffs argue that these practices have made skiing and snowboarding inaccessible to many and have led to a decline in the quality of the ski experience. Both companies have responded, with Vail Resorts defending its passes as offering value and Alterra declining to comment due to active litigation.
Vail and Alterra are Getting Sued Over High Lift Ticket Prices
Four skiers have filed a proposed class-action lawsuit against Vail Resorts and Alterra Mountain Co., alleging that the companies have artificially inflated the cost of lift tickets and passes. The lawsuit claims that Vail and Alterra, who dominate access to many desirable ski destinations, have violated federal antitrust law by restraining competition and forcing consumers to pay unfairly high prices through multi-mountain season passes. Vail Resorts has denied the claims, stating its Epic Pass has reduced season pass prices and introduced lower-priced options.
Vail Resorts, Alterra face class-action lawsuit over season passes
Vail Resorts Inc. and Alterra Mountain Co. are facing a class-action lawsuit filed by four plaintiffs alleging an "anticompetitive scheme" related to their season passes. The lawsuit claims that the two companies have monopolized the ski resort market, forcing skiers to purchase season passes by artificially inflating the prices of daily lift tickets. Vail Resorts has denied the allegations, stating that their Epic Pass was launched to make skiing more accessible and offers significant value.
Vail Resorts, Alterra Mountain Company face federal antitrust lawsuit
Vail Resorts and Alterra Mountain Company are facing a federal antitrust class-action lawsuit in Colorado, accusing them of operating an illegal duopoly that has inflated skiing costs and stifled competition through their Epic and Ikon pass products. The lawsuit, filed by four plaintiffs, alleges that the companies intentionally raise daily lift ticket prices to coerce consumers into buying bundled season passes, leading to overpriced options and reduced consumer choice. Vail Resorts denies the claims, stating its Epic Pass has made skiing more affordable, while Alterra has not yet commented.
Antitrust Lawsuit Alleges Vail Resorts and Alterra Inflated Lift Ticket Prices to Force Season Pass Sales
A federal class-action antitrust lawsuit has been filed against Vail Resorts and Alterra Mountain Company, alleging they deliberately inflated single-day lift ticket prices to coerce skiers and snowboarders into purchasing season passes. The lawsuit claims this practice violates antitrust laws by restricting competition and consumer choice, as day tickets now routinely exceed $300 while season passes appear to offer better value. The plaintiffs are seeking treble damages, injunctive relief, and disgorgement of profits, subjecting the modern multi-resort pass system to its most significant legal scrutiny to date.
Vail Resorts, Alterra Mountain hit with class action lawsuit over season pass prices
A federal antitrust class action lawsuit has been filed against Vail Resorts and Alterra Mountain Company, alleging that they unfairly increased prices and used bundling tactics for their multi-mountain season passes. The lawsuit claims that the companies coerce skiers and snowboarders into buying their "Epic Pass" or "Ikon Pass" by setting single-day lift tickets at extremely high rates, leading to overcrowding and reduced choice. Vail Resorts has denied the claims, stating that their Epic Pass was launched to make skiing more accessible and offers good value.
Antitrust class action lawsuit filed against Vail Resorts and Alterra over pricing
A federal antitrust class action lawsuit has been filed against Vail Resorts and Alterra Mountain Company, alleging they unlawfully inflated prices and suppressed competition through anticompetitive bundling practices with their multi-mountain season passes. The lawsuit claims single-day lift tickets are artificially high to push consumers towards Epic Pass and Ikon Pass products, which control access to much of North America's ski resorts. It seeks damages for past purchasers and aims to restore competition in the ski resort market.
Antitrust class action lawsuit filed against Vail Resorts and Alterra over pricing
A federal antitrust class action lawsuit has been filed against Vail Resorts, Inc. and Alterra Mountain Company, alleging that the two dominant ski resort operators have unlawfully inflated prices and suppressed competition. The lawsuit claims that single-day lift tickets are artificially high to push consumers towards multi-mountain season passes like the Epic Pass and Ikon Pass, which are controlled by these companies. The plaintiffs seek damages for those who purchased lift tickets or season passes from March 23, 2022, onwards, and aim to restore competition in the ski resort market.
Antitrust Class Action Challenges Epic and Ikon Ski Pass Pricing
DiCello Levitt, Berger Montague PC, and Salahi PC have filed a federal antitrust class action against Vail Resorts, Inc. and Alterra Mountain Company. The lawsuit alleges that the two dominant ski resort operators unlawfully inflated prices and suppressed competition through anticompetitive bundling practices tied to their multi-mountain season passes, Epic Pass and Ikon Pass. The plaintiffs are seeking damages for consumers and injunctive relief to restore competition in the ski resort market.
Vail Resorts, Inc. (NYSE:MTN) Plans $2.22 Quarterly Dividend
Vail Resorts, Inc. (NYSE:MTN) has declared a quarterly dividend of $2.22 per share, equating to an annualized dividend of $8.88 and a yield of 6.8%. However, the sustainability of this dividend is questionable, as the company's payout ratio is currently 109.5%, and analysts project a future payout ratio of 107.6% amidst missed earnings and declining revenue. The ex-dividend date is March 26th, with payment scheduled for April 9th.
Vail CEO says crowding hasn’t worsened; skiers at Park City and beyond say otherwise
Vail Resorts CEO Rob Katz claims that crowding at its resorts, including Park City Mountain, has not worsened despite the rise of mega multi-resort passes, attributing efforts to infrastructure investment. However, skiers frequently report a different experience, citing long lift lines, mechanical issues, and general congestion, particularly on peak days and at popular resorts. This highlights a disconnect between Vail's corporate data and the perception and experiences of its customers, leading to a widening debate about the impact of the mega-pass model on mountain capacity.
Vail Resorts Discount for Gen Z Skiers: Love It or Hate It?
Vail Resorts has announced a 20% discount on next year's Epic Pass prices for young people to increase accessibility to skiing, as the median age of snow sports participants is now 38 and Gen Z visits have declined since 2020–21. The article features a video showing skiers and snowboarders at Vail sharing their opinions on this new discount. This initiative aims to attract a younger demographic back to winter sports.
Is the Vail Resorts Epic Pass for Skiing Worth the Price?
This article examines the value of the Vail Resorts Epic Pass for skiing enthusiasts. It features interviews with winter sports fans in Vail, Colorado, discussing whether the nearly $1,000 pass, which grants access to 42 Vail Resorts properties globally, is a worthwhile investment. The piece aims to provide insights into the perceived worth and how much skiers are willing to pay for this extensive access.
Confluence Investment Management LLC Trims Stock Position in Vail Resorts, Inc. $MTN
Confluence Investment Management LLC reduced its stake in Vail Resorts (NYSE:MTN) by 24.2% in Q4, selling 13,200 shares. This move comes as Vail Resorts missed Q4 earnings and revenue estimates due to a warm winter, reporting $5.87 EPS and revenues of $1.08 billion. Despite a consensus "Hold" rating and a declared quarterly dividend of $2.22, the company's high dividend payout ratio of 144.86% and recent stock performance raise concerns for investors.
MTN SEC Filings - Vail Resorts 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K Forms
This page on Stock Titan provides detailed access to Vail Resorts' (MTN) SEC filings, including 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K forms, offering insights into the company's financial performance, operations, and governance. The platform updates these documents in near real-time from EDGAR and offers AI-powered summaries to highlight key information and impacts. Recent filings cover insider transactions, material events, and beneficial ownership changes.
Vail Resorts Unveils Epic Shop, a New Way to Bring Your Mountain Home with Official Resort Apparel and Accessories
Vail Resorts has launched Epic Shop, a new online retail destination offering official resort and Epic-branded apparel and accessories from 15 world-class resorts, including Vail Mountain and Whistler Blackcomb. Guests can now purchase exclusive merchandise year-round from anywhere in the United States, with plans to expand the collection and potentially offer international shipping. This initiative aims to deepen the connection between guests and their favorite mountains, offering souvenirs, mementos, and everyday mountain-style gear.
Vail Resorts CEO invests $5 million in company stock after difficult earnings report
Vail Resorts CEO Robert A. Katz personally invested nearly $5 million in company stock on March 16, 2026, purchasing 37,500 shares at an average price of $131.81. This move comes shortly after the company reported a difficult second quarter, with net income down and a reduced full-year financial forecast due to historically low snowfall and warm temperatures, which impacted skier visits and various revenues. Despite the challenging earnings, Katz's significant investment is seen as a signal of his confidence in the company's future prospects.
The 4 U.S. Companies Operating The Most Ski Areas
This article identifies the four U.S. companies that own or operate the most ski areas: Vail Resorts Inc., Alterra Mountain Company, Mountain Capital Partners, and Boyne Resorts. These four companies collectively manage 79 ski areas, with Vail Resorts Inc. holding a significant lead with 39 properties. The piece provides a detailed list of the ski areas under each company's portfolio.
Vail Resorts reports drops in skier visits, revenue amid ‘worst-case weather scenario’ in West, but CEO sees ‘meaningful stability’
Vail Resorts experienced a 12% drop in skier visits and declining revenue through February, attributing the decline to what CEO Robert Katz called "unprecedented weather challenges" and the "worst-case weather scenario" in the Rockies. Despite the difficult season, Katz highlighted the stability provided by advance Epic Pass sales, which now account for 75% of visitation, and the company's geographic diversification. He also noted Keystone Resort's strong performance and an increase in guest satisfaction scores, crediting investments in snowmaking and employee focus.
CEO Katz makes major Vail Resorts stock purchase while company continues to pursue buybacks in effort to stop sliding share prices
Vail Resorts' CEO Rob Katz recently made a significant personal investment by purchasing 37,500 shares valued at nearly $5 million, signaling renewed internal confidence in the company. This comes as Vail Resorts continues its aggressive share repurchase program, retiring 3-4% of outstanding stock annually since fiscal 2022, despite criticisms and market underperformance. The combination of insider buying and continued buybacks suggests management believes the stock is currently undervalued.
CEO Katz makes major Vail Resorts stock purchase while company continues to pursue buybacks in effort to stop sliding share prices
Vail Resorts' CEO Rob Katz recently purchased 37,500 shares, a transaction valued at nearly $5 million, indicating strong internal confidence despite the company's stock price remaining below post-pandemic highs. This move comes as the company continues an aggressive share repurchase program, retiring 3-4% of outstanding stock annually since 2022. While stock buybacks have faced criticism, management believes the stock is undervalued, leading to a combination of insider buying and continued repurchases.
Vail Resorts reports drops in skier visits, revenue amid ‘worst-case weather scenario’ in West, but CEO sees ‘meaningful stability’
Vail Resorts faced significant drops in skier visits and revenue, down about 12% through February, due to what CEO Robert Katz called the "most difficult weather environment in the Rockies we have ever seen." Despite these challenges, Katz highlighted "meaningful stability" largely attributed to advanced Epic Pass sales, which now account for 75% of annual visitation. The company also benefited from regional diversification and strategic pricing adjustments, such as those at Keystone Resort, and increased guest satisfaction scores despite poor conditions.
Vail Resorts Stock Climbs as CEO Increases Stake
Vail Resorts Inc. (MTN) stock climbed 8.73% after CEO Robert Katz increased his stake by purchasing 37,500 shares for $4.94 million, signaling strong confidence in the company. Despite a lowered price target, Truist maintained a Buy rating, and new initiatives like the My Epic Gear premium experience and an Epic Pass discount aim to attract younger skiers and enhance customer satisfaction, indicating a strategic path towards recovery and growth amidst challenges like variable snowfall.
Vail Resorts to Bring My Epic Gear Experience to All Rentals
Vail Resorts announced plans to integrate its My Epic Gear features into traditional gear rentals, aiming to transform the experience for all skiers and riders. Initially, Demo rentals at 12 resorts will offer the My Epic Gear experience without a membership fee, allowing guests to choose specific ski or snowboard models and access premium technologies. The company plans a multi-year rollout to include all rentals by the 2027/28 season, enhancing customization, convenience, and service.
Vail Resorts (MTN) shares 2026 investor conference presentation with investors
Vail Resorts, Inc. has shared its 2026 investor conference presentation with investors, which is accessible on the Investor Relations section of its website. This information, provided under Regulation FD, accompanies meetings being held by management with investors on March 17, 2026. The company clarifies that the presentation is furnished, not filed, under securities laws and is not automatically incorporated into registration statements.
Vail Resorts overhauls gear valet strategy, will rebrand some stores
Vail Resorts is changing its My Epic Gear service by integrating brick-and-mortar rental stores at some resorts and eliminating an associated fee. This strategic overhaul also includes the rebranding of certain retail locations to align with the updated service model. The company aims to enhance the customer experience for its ski equipment rental and valet services.
Insider Buying: Angela Korch Acquires Shares of Vail Resorts Inc (MTN)
Angela Korch, Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer of Vail Resorts Inc, recently purchased 190 shares of the company, increasing her total holdings to 5,539 shares. This transaction follows a period with no insider sells and is part of a trend where Korch has accumulated 600 shares over the past year. Despite the insider buying, Vail Resorts Inc's stock, trading at $131.85, is considered a "Possible Value Trap" based on its GuruFocus Value of $200.85.
Vail Resorts (NYSE:MTN) CFO Buys $25,051.50 in Stock
Vail Resorts CFO Angela Korch purchased 190 shares of company stock for a total of $25,051.50 on March 16th, increasing her holdings by 3.55%. This insider buying follows the company missing its quarterly earnings expectations, reporting lower EPS and revenue than anticipated. Despite the miss, Vail Resorts announced a quarterly dividend of $2.22 per share, representing an annualized yield of approximately 6.7%.
Vail Resorts CFO Korch buys $25k in company stock
Vail Resorts CFO Angela A. Korch recently purchased 190 shares of the company’s common stock for $25,051, increasing her direct ownership to 5,539 shares. This insider purchase comes after the company's stock price targets were adjusted by several firms due to lower-than-expected second-quarter fiscal 2026 revenues and EBITDA, with some analysts citing weak Colorado visits due to low snowfall. Despite the recent financial adjustments, InvestingPro analysis suggests the resort operator may be undervalued.
Vail Resorts (NYSE: MTN) CFO buys 190 shares in open market
Vail Resorts' Executive Vice President and CFO, Angela A. Korch, purchased 190 shares of common stock in an open-market transaction at an average price of $131.85 per share. This transaction increased her direct ownership to 5,539 shares of Vail Resorts common stock. The purchase was reported via an SEC Form 4 filing and is considered a neutral impact with positive sentiment.
Morgan Stanley Lowers Vail Resorts (MTN) Price Target, Citing Weak Rockies Conditions
Morgan Stanley has lowered its price target for Vail Resorts (MTN) to $147 from $151 and reiterated an Equal Weight rating. This revision stems from "historically challenging conditions" in the Rockies, which led to a 13% drop in Q2 visitation and are expected to affect Q3 as well. Vail's CEO highlighted unusually difficult winter weather with near-historic low snowfall, significantly impacting visitation and EBITDA, but noted that advanced pass sales and marketing efforts are helping to provide some stability.
Pick your exact skis online as Vail overhauls rental experience
Vail Resorts (NYSE:MTN) is expanding its My Epic Gear features to traditional Demo rentals across 12 resorts starting winter 2026/27. This initiative eliminates the $50 seasonal membership fee while maintaining consistent Demo pricing, allowing guests to select specific ski and snowboard models online, access premium technologies like BOA and Step On, and utilize enhanced digital booking and delivery options. Epic Pass holders will also receive a 20% discount on rentals.
Vail Resorts to Bring My Epic Gear Experience to All Rentals
Vail Resorts announced a multi-year plan to integrate its My Epic Gear experience into all gear rentals, aiming to enhance choice, convenience, and personalization for skiers and riders. Starting next season, anyone renting Demo skis or snowboards at 12 resorts can select specific models online and access premium technologies like BOA® ski boots, with these features extending to all rentals by the 2027/28 season. The company will also drop the My Epic Gear membership fee while maintaining current rental pricing.
Dozens of trails remain closed at major Colorado ski mountains as spring break kicks off amid hot, dry winter
As spring break begins, many major Colorado ski resorts are experiencing record-low snowpack, leading to dozens of closed trails. Resorts like Vail, Breckenridge, Arapahoe Basin, and Winter Park have significant portions of their terrain unavailable, with some lifts and areas reporting their latest openings ever. Despite this, some resorts like Keystone and Aspen-Snowmass have managed to keep most of their terrain open due to snowmaking efforts and, in Aspen's case, favorable conditions.
Vail Resorts Stock Gains After Analyst Coverage - 2026 Market Update - News and Statistics
Vail Resorts' stock increased after Wells Fargo initiated coverage with an Equal-Weight rating, boosting shares despite a prior decline in skier visits. The company demonstrated resilience through strong season pass sales and a smaller drop in total lift revenue compared to visit counts. While the stock has appreciated since the start of the year, its current price remains below last July's peak, and a five-year investment would be worth less today.
Capital World Investors Grows Stock Holdings in Vail Resorts, Inc. $MTN
Capital World Investors significantly increased its stake in Vail Resorts (MTN) during Q3, now holding 8.4% of the company, valued at approximately $450.7 million. This increase comes despite Vail Resorts missing its Q2 earnings and revenue expectations and cutting its FY26 net income guidance due to a warm winter and fewer skier visits, leading to a post-earnings selloff. The company maintains a high-yielding quarterly dividend, but analyst sentiment is mixed, with a consensus "Hold" rating amid concerns about future performance.
Vail Resorts skier visits tumble in ‘most challenging winter’
Vail Resorts Inc. has lowered its 2026 earnings forecast due to a historically dry and warm winter that led to an 11.9% decrease in skier visits compared to the previous year. CEO Rob Katz described it as the "most challenging winter" in over 30 years for their Colorado and Utah resorts, impacting terrain availability. Despite the revised guidance, the company emphasizes the resilience of its business model and advance commitment strategy in mitigating the financial impact.
