Sphere Entertainment Co., the company behind the Las Vegas Sphere, is facing challenges due to high production costs and scalability issues, leading analyst Mike Hickey to downgrade the company’s rating to Sell. Hickey believes the profitability outlook is underwhelming, citing expensive content creation and the risk associated with a single screen to recover massive investments. He also questions the feasibility of replicating the Las Vegas model in other markets due to high investment requirements, potential community resistance, and the need for consistent tourist traffic.
