MGM Confirms End of Acquisition Talks With People Inc

MGM Resorts International has formally closed the door on acquisition discussions with People Inc., with CEO and President Bill Hornbuckle confirming on the company’s third-quarter earnings call that talks between the two parties have ended in both directions. The announcement, made October 28, 2026, clears the way for MGM to direct its full attention to its long-term growth initiatives, including its international development pipeline and Las Vegas operations. The conclusion of discussions marks the final chapter in an acquisition saga that began earlier in 2026, when People Inc.