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Malta Updates VAT and Gaming Tax Framework
Malta will introduce updated VAT and gaming tax frameworks from October 2026, clarifying exemptions, simplifying compliance, and enabling operators to recover input VAT, strengthening the jurisdiction’s appeal as a competitive and transparent iGaming hub.
CBRE Forecasts 8.3% Macau GGR Growth in 2026
CBRE expects Macau’s gaming market to grow 8.3% in 2026, outperforming consensus forecasts, with strong demand, stabilizing costs, and improved EBITDA outlook supporting continued recovery across the casino sector.
Macau GGR Growth Slows in April After Strong March
Macau’s gaming sector is set for slower growth in April after March’s 15% revenue surge. Premium mass play remains strong, base mass lags, and investors now focus on profitability amid broader economic uncertainties.
ConnectPSP Set to Attend BiS SiGMA São Paulo 2026
ConnectPSP is confirmed for BiS SiGMA São Paulo 2026, highlighting its financial and operational solutions for Brazilian iGaming operators. Features include multi-integration, automated bank reconciliation, high-performance PIX payments, and scalable infrastructure.
Paradise, GKL Report March Casino Revenue Decline
Paradise Co and Grand Korea Leisure reported weaker casino revenue in March, with monthly and annual declines, although table drop figures remained resilient, highlighting mixed performance trends across South Korea’s foreigner-only casino sector.
Brazil Betting Market Hits R$36.1bn in First Year
Brazil’s regulated betting market generated R$36.1 billion in 2025, with over 25 million users and rapid digital growth, marking a strong first year as the sector moves toward consolidation and long-term sustainability.
Macau GGR Beats Forecasts Despite Uneven Recovery
Macau’s gaming revenue exceeded expectations in March, rising 15% year-on-year, but analysts highlight an uneven recovery as base mass remains below pre-pandemic levels despite strong premium segment performance.
Belgium iGaming Revenue Falls as Market Cools
Belgium’s gambling market declined in 2024, with revenue falling nearly 5% as stricter regulations impacted retail betting, while authorities now assess whether players are shifting toward unregulated markets.
Jeju Shin Hwa World Cuts Net Loss by 30% in 2025
Jeju Shin Hwa World reduced its 2025 net loss by 30.7%, as stable non-gaming revenue and expense management offset a 45% decline in casino income. Poker events helped boost the resort’s visibility despite gaming headwinds.
BGC Warns UK Black Market Gambling Accelerates
The Betting and Gaming Council warns that rising Remote Gaming Duty and proposed Financial Risk Assessments could accelerate the growth of the UK’s illegal gambling market, as unlicensed operators offer better odds and avoid regulation.
Asia Pioneer Profit Rises on Macau Demand
Asia Pioneer posted strong 2025 results with profit and revenue growth driven by Macau casino demand for electronic gaming equipment, while rising costs and expansion plans signal a broader strategy across new markets.
San Juan Lottery Growth Hit by Rising Costs
Lottery agencies in San Juan are experiencing increased demand driven by major jackpots, but rising operating costs and growing online competition are eroding margins and pushing the sector toward regulatory and structural change.
Brazil Betting Impacts Household Spending: Report
A NielsenIQ report reveals growing betting participation in Brazil, with over a quarter of households engaged in 2025, influencing spending patterns and reshaping consumer behavior across multiple product categories.
GKL Targets KRW503.8bn Casino Revenue by 2030
Grand Korea Leisure has outlined a long-term value plan targeting KRW503.8bn in casino revenue by 2030, supported by market expansion, digital engagement, and sustained shareholder payouts following improved 2025 financial performance.
Paradise Entertainment FY25 Revenue Falls 23%
Paradise Entertainment reported a FY2025 revenue decline amid weaker demand and contract changes, while expanding into online gaming, consultancy services and international markets to diversify growth beyond Macau.
Playtech FY2025 Revenue Falls, Americas Growth Strong
Playtech reported lower FY2025 revenue and earnings amid strategic changes, but strong growth in the Americas and regulated markets supported performance, with continued expansion across US igaming and live casino operations.