Macau casinos’ gross gaming revenue rose 0.8% in March, reaching 76.1% of the March 2019 level. Analysts said arrests of alleged illegal money-changers on 25 March had not materially affected March revenue, but could weigh briefly on visitation and April results.
The revenue figures and forecasts inform investors and operators assessing Macau casino demand.
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City of Dreams Manila management is considering entering online gaming in the Philippines, citing Seaport Research Partners. The brokerage based its assessment on discussions with Melco Resorts & Entertainment management at the 2026 Seaport Annual Summer Conference.
Melco is assessing a possible online gaming operation at City of Dreams Manila in the Philippines, citing Seaport Research Partners after discussions with management. Melco has reached no decision on the proposal. Seaport said a digital offering could help the resort compete with rivals that already run online platforms.
Macau casinos generated MOP21.89bn in August 2026, down 1.2% year on year, citing the Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau. Revenue rose 8.1% from July. Casino revenue for the first eight months reached MOP169.05bn, up 3.7% from the corresponding period in 2025.
It was reported that Seaport Research Partners expects Macau casino revenue to return to annual growth in August and accelerate in September. The brokerage anticipates business normalising after disruption associated with the World Cup.
Seaport Research forecasts Macau gross gaming revenue will rise 19% year on year in January, according to an analyst note cited in the report. The firm expects first-quarter growth of more than 14%, while its full-year 2026 forecast is 7%.