Macau's six major gaming operators, in the last quarter of 2025, although they turned in revenue growth, their profit performance was "disturbed" by some special events. Industry analysts pointed out that the NBA China Game, the 15th National Games, and the adjustment brought by the closure of sate
As the Lunar New Year approaches, Macau's gaming industry welcomes a "good start". According to the latest report from Seaport Research, Macau's total gaming revenue (GGR) in January 2026 is expected to increase by 19% year-on-year, reaching about 21.73 billion Macau patacas (approximately 2.71 bill
Recently, the Judiciary Police of Macau announced a case of counterfeit casino chip fraud, arresting four mainland men who allegedly used fake chips to swindle about 270,000 Hong Kong dollars from gamblers. Interestingly, although three gamblers were duped, the involved casino did not lose money—it
Macau's gaming industry is undergoing a profound transformation under the new licensing system. A recent peer-reviewed study published in "Global Gaming and Tourism Research" revealed a key trend: compared to pre-pandemic 2019, casino operators' revenues have not fully recovered, but their spending
J.P. Morgan recently released a report that provides a clear roadmap for the future trend of Macau's gaming industry. The report predicts that by 2026, Macau's overall gaming gross revenue (GGR) will grow by 5% to 6%, which seems moderate, but the structural changes behind it are more noteworthy—the
Despite some disappointing data in December, Macau's gaming industry actually performed quite well throughout 2025. According to the latest report from Citigroup, Macau's gross gaming revenue in December 2025 was 20.888 billion Macau patacas, achieving a 15% year-over-year growth and recovering to a
Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) and the Macau University of Tourism (UTM) have joined hands again for the second consecutive year to launch the "Experience Macau" project. This program aims to help frontline staff, especially customer service personnel, to gain a deeper understanding of local cultu
Macau's Judiciary Police recently dismantled an illegal currency exchange gang linked to gambling activities at a comprehensive resort in Cotai. During the operation, police arrested two female staff members in a watch and jewelry store, and preliminary investigations showed that the illegal exchang
Sands China, a casino operator in Macau, continued to intensify its efforts in promoting responsible gambling in 2025, hosting over 150 promotional events throughout the year, attracting more than 150,000 participants, and providing over 30,000 hours of training for its employees. These initiatives
Did you know that Macau experienced a small tourism peak during the recent Special Administrative Region Establishment Anniversary and Christmas holidays? According to police data, from December 20 to 28, the number of inbound travelers reached 1.14 million. Even more impressive is that during this
The Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau (DICJ) of Macau recently approved the application of gaming company Melco, allowing it to continue operating its three slot machine entertainment venues through a management company appointment starting from January 1 next year. This arrangement was made
Behind the high-level personnel earthquake and the continuous slump in stock prices, the Australian Star Sky Entertainment Group is facing a potentially more severe challenge. According to the latest disclosure, the company is still waiting for the final decision of the Australian Financial Crime Re
Macau's gaming industry is undergoing profound structural adjustments, and the recent key acquisition completed by SJM Holdings Limited undoubtedly marks a clear footnote to this transformation. The company has confirmed the completion of the acquisition of the L'Arc Casino Hotel Complex located on
Macau's regulatory authorities have recently approved a key case under the new gaming framework: allowing three "Mocha Clubs" branded slot machine halls to continue operations after 2025 through a management company. This move hides a new key to the industry's response to regulatory and efficiency c
Speaking of which, Macau's economic pulse still seems to be strongly driven by the gaming industry. The latest data shows that between September and November last year, the gaming and related industries in Macau employed about 69,100 people. This figure means that more than one in every four employe
Recently, Sands China successfully concluded its 2025 Occupational Safety and Health Month activities. This six-week event, which lasted from October 17 to November 28, also featured a special exhibition in the logistics staff area of The Venetian Hotel. As the largest private employer in Macau, Sa
