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Spain ranks 10th among global gambling markets at estimated $9.1bn

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Spain ranked 10th among the 30 largest gambling markets, with estimated gross gaming revenue of $9.1bn (€8.134bn), according to an international market analysis. The analysis also identifies a €700 daily deposit limit due to take effect in Spain on 26 March 2027.

Spain is tenth among the world’s 30 leading gambling markets, with estimated gross gaming revenue of $9.1bn (€8.134bn), according to an international ranking. Together, those markets account for approximately $418bn.

The US ranks first at $158bn, more than the combined total of the next six markets. Macao follows at $31bn, Japan at about $30bn, Italy at $25bn and Great Britain at $23bn. Canada is listed at $16.5bn, Germany at $15.6bn and Brazil at $6.6bn.

The analysis estimates that online gambling accounts for 18% of global gross gaming revenue and that unlicensed operators receive 78% of worldwide online gambling revenue.

The analysis identifies tax increases in the UK and the Netherlands and the opening of new online markets among regulatory changes. It says a €700 daily deposit limit is due to take effect in Spain on 26 March 2027.

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