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Macau Casinos Eye Steady Growth and Premium Focus in 2026
UBS predicts Macau’s casino industry will grow steadily in 2026, with gross gaming revenue up 6% and EBITDA rising 7%. Premium-focused strategies, tourism improvements, and property upgrades underpin the city’s resilient gaming market outlook.
Wynn Resorts Advances $5.1B UAE Casino Project
Wynn Resorts has committed $3.4B to its $5.1B Al Marjan Island casino resort in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE. Tower construction advances, an exclusive license is secured, and regional tourism growth is projected before the 2027 opening.
NSW Revokes Pokies Exemptions Ahead of 2026 Shutdown
New South Wales will revoke long-standing exemptions allowing venues to operate pokies outside 4am–10am from March 2026. The reforms aim to reduce gambling harm while maintaining support for venues under stricter oversight.
Universal Hit as Okada Manila Drags Earnings Down
Universal Entertainment has been downgraded to B- by S&P as weakening performance at Okada Manila, falling VIP activity, and competitive pressures reduce revenue and weigh on group-wide earnings. Delayed recovery and higher marketing costs further strain profitability.
Star Entertainment Board Reshuffled After Bally’s Deal
Star Entertainment Group has completed a board overhaul following Bally’s AU$300 million rescue deal. New directors Soo Kim, George Papanier, and Bruce Mathieson Jr join the board to guide strategic recovery and operational improvements.
Macau November GGR Rises 14% Despite Seasonal Slowdown
Macau generated MOP21.09 billion in November GGR, rising 14% year-on-year despite seasonal declines and mid-month hotel constraints from the National Games. Strong non-gaming offerings and Golden Week momentum helped keep 2025 revenue on track to exceed annual targets.
Buenos Aires Bans Child Support Debtors from Casinos
Buenos Aires Province has approved a new law blocking individuals who owe child support from entering casinos and gaming halls. Operators must verify identities through RDAM and face strong penalties for non-compliance, reinforcing child protection and regulatory accountability.
Stockholm Poker Club Raid Sparks Major Legal Debate
A high-intensity police raid on Stockholm’s Krukan poker club has ignited national debate over illegal gambling networks, licensing rules, and law-enforcement tactics, highlighting growing tensions within Sweden’s shrinking live poker and land-based gaming ecosystem.
Macau Police Bust Extortion Ring Targeting Casino Scammers
Macau authorities arrested 13 suspects accused of running an extortion ring that targeted casino scammers and collected around HK$800,000. The group allegedly blackmailed “cross-hand” fraudsters by demanding hush money in exchange for not reporting their cheating.
Buenos Aires Modernizes Land-Based Casinos to Protect Jobs
The Province of Buenos Aires is modernizing its land-based casinos with digital payments, updated machines, and entertainment initiatives to strengthen in-person gaming while protecting thousands of jobs and supporting local horse racing and tourism.
Bulgaria Moves Toward Major Lottery and Betting Overhaul
Bulgaria is pushing forward a landmark proposal to replace its state-run lottery and sports betting model with a long-term private concession. Lawmakers say the shift will modernise operations, increase competitiveness and reshape the country’s gambling landscape for years.
UK Budget Slams Online Gambling with Major Tax Hikes
Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ Autumn Budget imposes steep tax increases on remote gaming and online betting, citing gambling harm concerns. Land-based casinos, bingo, and horse racing escape new levies as the government pursues a £26bn revenue strategy.