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Spillemyndigheden reports Danish gambling revenue up 25% in September

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Denmark’s gambling revenue rose 25% year on year to DKK685m in September 2026, Spillemyndigheden said. Betting revenue increased 64.6%, while online casino revenue grew 17.9%.

Gambling revenue among Danes climbed 25% year on year to DKK685m (US$102m) in September 2026, according to reported figures.

Betting grew 64.6%, while the online casino market expanded 17.9%, figures from Danish regulator Spillemyndigheden show.

Slot machines saw a decline. Land-based bingo grew 3.2%, while land-based casinos registered an 8.1% increase.

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