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Colorado Supreme Court dismissed a lawsuit by a snowboarder against Vail Resorts, upholding a liability waiver he signed after a 2020 collision with a snowmobile. The 4-3 ruling supported the waiver's validity, despite dissenting justices arguing it grants the ski industry excessive immunity. Vail Resorts argued the case was contractual, while the dissent focused on the waiver's timing and wording.

Stifel reduced its price target on Vail Resorts (NYSE: MTN) to $161 from $167, citing challenges in Australia and lower Epic Pass sales. The firm maintains a Buy rating, expecting a 1% beat on fiscal 2027 EBITDA guidance. Shares have fallen 7% in a month, trading at $140.05 with a 6.34% dividend yield. Other analysts have also adjusted targets and ratings, with an upcoming earnings report on September 28.

Oasis Management increased its stake in Vail Resorts from 6.2% to 7.4% on Sept. 22, acquiring 2.6 million shares for $373 million. The hedge fund is seeking to replace board members and improve operational efficiency, among other changes, according to SEC filings.

BNP Paribas downgraded Vail Resorts (MTN) to Neutral, lowering its price target to $135 due to a 5% decline in pass sales and weather-related concerns. MTN offers a 6.35% dividend yield but has a high payout ratio of 2.04. The stock is modestly undervalued with a GF Value™ of $182.35. MTN has a strong GF Score™ of 85, reflecting robust profitability and growth, but faces financial strength challenges. Insiders and gurus have shown confidence in the stock.

Oasis Management filed a Schedule 13D with the SEC, seeking board representation at Vail Resorts (NYSE: MTN) and outlining potential strategic changes. The firm nominated four candidates, including former Disney CEO Robert Chapek, and disclosed plans to compensate them. Oasis holds a 6.2% stake in Vail Resorts and aims to increase the company's value through operational improvements. Vail Resorts is preparing for the challenge and will evaluate Oasis's nominees.

MTN Group's digital infrastructure arm has partnered with a UAE-based data center platform to develop cloud, enterprise, and AI services in Africa. The joint venture, Africa Data Hub Holding Limited, will initially focus on South Africa and Nigeria, combining MTN's market presence with the UAE partner's data center expertise. MTN aims to expand digital infrastructure capacity as part of its Ambition 2030 strategy.

Vail Resorts (MTN) faces a potential proxy fight as Oasis Management seeks to nominate four new board members, including venture capitalist Bryce Roberts and ski racer Picabo Street. Oasis aims to change the company's leadership and strategy, potentially selling off properties and altering the Epic Pass model. Vail's current CEO, Rob Katz, could be ousted if Oasis's nominees win. The outcome may impact the company's operations and its relationship with Park City.

Vail Resorts (NYSE: MTN) expects a wider Q4 loss of $5.25 per share, up from $5.08 last year. Revenue is projected at $273.16M, slightly higher than the prior year. Analysts have mixed reactions, with some cutting price targets. The company disclosed a 6.2% stake held by activist investor Oasis Management, which plans to nominate four board members.

Mafab Communications (MCOM) seeks approval to transfer 5G spectrum assets to MTN Nigeria, including 2x20 MHz in the 2.1 GHz band and 100 MHz in the 3.5 GHz band. The assets were acquired in a 2021 auction for $273.6 million each. Approval from Nigeria's NCC is required, and terms, including any payment, are undisclosed. The transfer could impact Nigeria's 5G market competition.

MTN Nigeria is in talks to acquire Mafab Communications' 5G spectrum for $273.6m, pending regulatory approval. The deal could strengthen MTN's market position but raise competition concerns. Both companies won spectrum in a 2021 auction, with MTN paying an additional $15.9m. Industry experts debate the strategic and economic implications of the potential transfer.