Macau Casino GGR Takes a Hit as the World Cup Kicks Off
Macau's GGR slipped 20% below May averages in early June as the FIFA World Cup diverted gambling spend, though Citi still holds its full-month forecast.
Macau Gaming Revenue Surges to $2.8 Billion in May 2026
Macau posted its strongest May GGR since 2019, hitting $2.8B and beating analyst forecasts as holiday traffic and premium-mass demand soared.
Fitch Downgrades SJM Holdings to B+ Amid Share Decline
Fitch downgraded SJM Holdings to B+, citing satellite casino closures, Grand Lisboa Palace underperformance, and leverage well above its 5.0x threshold.
Macau Gaming Sector Surpasses 2025 Revenue Projections
Macau's gaming taxes climbed 7.6% in 2025, while GGR climbed 9.1%, highlighting the region's continued reliance on casino revenues.
Concerts Boost Macau GGR as UBS Cuts 2026 Casino Forecasts
Macau's March GGR is gaining momentum from major concerts, while UBS lowers 2026 casino earnings forecasts as rising costs weigh on profitability.
Macau's February Gaming Revenue Rises 4.5% YoY on CNY Celebrations
In February 2026, Macau welcomed nearly 1.6 million visitors during the Chinese New Year, boosting gross gaming revenue to MOP 20.63 billion.
Macau’s Gaming Activity Slows in Early February Ahead of CNY
Despite the slow start, analysts maintain February revenue forecasts, projecting a 4% increase compared to February 2025.
Macau’s Casino Revenue Climbs 24% in January, Signaling Recovery
Macau’s GDP grew 7.6% in Q4 2025, followed by a 24% casino revenue surge in January 2026, driven by tourism gains and stronger domestic demand.