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Betfred Warns UK High Street Over Tax Hike Risks
Betfred cautions that UK tax hikes could harm high street betting, citing closures, job losses, and economic impact. Flutter Entertainment confirms 57 Paddy Power shops will shut amid market pressures.
Macau VIP Baccarat Revenue Rises 29% in Q3 2025
Macau’s VIP baccarat market surged 29.1% YoY in Q3 2025 to MOP$16.9B, outpacing mass baccarat growth. The rebound reflects renewed high-stakes player interest and supports Macau’s overall gaming revenue expansion.
Singapore Sees 9.5M Overnight Visitors Jan–Sep 2025
Singapore recorded 9.5 million overnight visitors from January to September 2025, with integrated resorts like Resorts World Sentosa and Marina Bay Sands driving tourism. Visitor numbers remain stable despite a September dip, highlighting regional travel recovery.
Paddy Power Shuts 28 Shops as Major Restructure Unfolds
Paddy Power will close 28 betting shops in Ireland, impacting 119 employees, as Flutter UKI restructures operations. The move reflects a shift toward digital betting while maintaining strategic partnerships and retail presence.
FDJ Q3 2025: Revenue €864M, Online Gaming Drops 15%
FDJ posted €864 million in Q3 2025, boosted by retail lottery and sports betting despite a 15.6% drop in online revenue due to higher taxes. The operator maintains its Play Forward 2028 growth strategy while adapting to market shifts.
Nese Group Fined €6,000 for Illegal Casino Draw in Lithuania
Lithuania’s Gambling Supervisory Authority fined Nese Group €6,000 after an unlicensed wristband draw at a Sekmes Tiltas event breached Articles 15 and 18. The operator must correct procedural violations to avoid license suspension.
Groupe Barrière to Close Swiss Online Casino GAMRFIRST.ch
Groupe Barrière will close its Swiss online casino GAMRFIRST.ch on 30 October, retreating from the regulated digital market due to taxation and operational challenges, while maintaining focus on its prestigious land-based casinos and hospitality ventures.
Macau casinos post US$686M GGR in first five days of October
Macau casinos recorded their strongest early-October results in over five years, generating MOP 5.5 billion in GGR during Golden Week 2025. Despite Typhoon Matmo, record visitor turnout and extended holidays fueled the gaming sector’s resurgence.
Dreams Sees 3% Revenue Growth in Q2 2025 Despite Profit Drop
Dreams posted a modest 3% revenue increase in Q2 2025, totaling CLP 70.6 billion. However, profits fell 26% amid rising costs. Solid results in Chile and Peru helped offset weaker performances in Argentina and Panama.
NagaCorp Reports Strong VIP & Mass Market Growth 2025
NagaCorp’s nine-month 2025 results show strong growth, led by premium VIP and referral segments at NagaWorld. Mass market gaming and tourism recovery further boost revenue, consolidating the operator’s position in Southeast Asia’s gaming market.
Macau Gaming Revenues Set to Rise 13% in October
Macau’s gaming sector is poised for its best year since 2019, with October GGR projected to rise 13%. Eased travel restrictions, Golden Week festivities, and high-end tourist spending are driving strong industry momentum.
IEC Posts HK$282.1M Loss Amid New Coast Redevelopment
International Entertainment Corp reported a HK$282.1 million loss for FY25 due to redevelopment costs at New Coast Hotel and Casino in Manila, despite strong 146% revenue growth driven by its expanding gaming operations.