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Macau Economic Association forecasts stable gaming-led outlook for Q2 2026

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The Macau Economic Association expects Macau's economic performance to change only slightly in the second quarter of 2026, following stable conditions in January and February. Gaming revenue rose 13.9% year on year across those two months, reaching MOP22.63 billion in January and MOP20.63 billion in February. The association also cited strong tourism, while noting softer domestic demand and confidence indicators.

Stable conditions, rising gaming revenue, strong tourism and softer domestic indicators shape Macau’s near-term outlook.

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