What happened Shares of regional gaming company Eldorado Resorts Inc (NASDAQ: ERI) jumped as much as 10.8% in trading Friday after reporting third-quarter earnings that topped expectations. At 3:20 p.m. EDT, shares had given back some of their gains, but were still up 9.1% on the day. So what Total revenues were down 1%, accounting for the Isle of Capri acquisition, to $444.9 million, and net income more than tripled, to $29.6 million, or $0.38 per share. Adjusted for one-time costs, earnings were $0.32 per share, beating estimates by $0.04. Image source: Getty Images. Results were negatively impacted by two hurricanes, without which we would have likely seen growth on the top line. Now what The cost reductions Eldorado projected when buying Isle of Capri are starting to show, as adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) margin increased 300 basis points versus a year ago, to 26.6%. In total, management projected $35 million of annual synergies between the two companies. Given the margin momentum and potential for more growth in a better weather environment, Eldorado is an entertainment company that has a bright future. 10 stocks we like better than Eldorado ResortsWhen investing geniuses David and Tom Gardner have a stock tip, it can pay to listen. After all, the newsletter they have run for over a decade, Motley Fool Stock Advisor, has tripled the market.* David and Tom just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stocks for investors to buy right now... and Eldorado Resorts wasn't one of them! That's right -- they think these 10 stocks are even better buys. Click here to learn about these picks! *Stock Advisor returns as of October 9, 2017Travis Hoium has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.