Macau GGR Down 1.2% in August, Up 3.7% YTD
Macau’s casino gross gaming revenue fell 1.2% year-on-year in August to MOP21.89 billion, though the year-to-date total remains 3.7% higher than last year.
Macau Casino Operators Face Broader Regulatory Scrutiny
Macau's six casino concessionaires now face regulatory assessment based on tourism diversification and local employment, not just gaming revenue, under the new Third Five-Year Plan.
Macau Casino Market Competitive Post World Cup 2026
Macau's casino market is recovering from World Cup-driven GGR declines but remains highly competitive, says Seaport Research after meetings with MGM and Wynn management. Wynn Macau Q2 operating income rose 26.9% while MGM China revenue held flat.
Macau Gaming Tax Revenue Rises 9.3% to $7.22B Through July
Macau collected $7.22 billion in gaming tax revenue through July 2026, up 9.3% YoY, but July GGR fell 8.4% year-on-year despite a sequential rebound.
W Macau Names Sammy King General Manager at Studio City
Sammy King, a 38-year hospitality veteran who led W Hong Kong to a Forbes Four-Star rating, has been appointed general manager of W Macau – Studio City.
