Brazilian betting platforms generate BRL1.5bn in January tax revenue
Licensed online betting platforms in Brazil generated about BRL 1.5 billion in federal tax revenue in January 2026, reportedly representing 0.5% of total federal revenue for the month. The report identifies the Secretariat of Prizes and Betting as the licensing and oversight authority and says Congress continues to debate land-based casinos and bingo halls.
Reported tax revenue informs debate over oversight of licensed betting and proposals for land-based casinos and bingo halls.