Daily Asia Gaming eBrief: APAC gambling markets on the rise

Tuesday 14th of May 2024

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Good Morning. The appetite for gambling within the Asia-Pacific region is not going away. A recent study opines that the CAGR could grow in excess of 6 percent in the next five years, as desire for both land-based and online gaming continue to increase. Meanwhile, Thailand's potential gaming framework is going through the rounds, with a possible 5 percent limit on casino spaces in IRs. And in Macau, recent visa policies announced by China are set to have a strong impact, even as other jurisdictions miss out.
In observance of the holiday tomorrow, AGB will return to its normal publication schedule on Thursday, May 16th.

What you need to know

APAC gambling market to register a CAGR exceeding 6 percent from 2024 to 2029 a recent consultancy report estimates
Thai government mulls 5% cap on casino space in entertainment complexes, extending the study period by two weeks.
Recent visa expansions and economic integration initiatives seen as significant boost for the Macau gaming industry: analyst.

On the radar

CLSA raises SJM’s 2024 EBITDA forecast by 9.3% following strong 1Q24.
Queensland’s April gaming tally up 8.6% yearly.
SEA emerges as key hub for transnational crime from China: report.
Korea clamps down on gambling businesses exploiting legal loophole.

AGB Intelligence

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