Yokohama mayoral candidate Kazuma Nakatani said he would keep casinos out of the city and seek a local prohibition ordinance if elected. He plans to discuss the measure with the city assembly, with the stated aim of preventing casino development procedures from advancing without residents’ knowledge.
A proposed ordinance could prevent casino development from advancing in Yokohama if Nakatani wins office.
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It was reported that Genting Singapore’s first-half net profit fell 34% annually to $122m despite stable revenue. Higher depreciation, reduced interest income and asset refurbishment works weighed on earnings.
Moody’s Ratings expects gaming revenue across Asia to increase by about 5% to 6% over the next 12 to 18 months, according to its sector report. It forecasts Macau GGR growth of 6% in 2026 and 4% to 5% in 2027, while Southeast Asian gaming revenue is expected to grow at a single-digit rate in both years.
Yokohama Mayor Takeharu Yamanaka has resigned amid a scandal involving alleged abuse of power. The outlet said his departure could allow the Japanese city to revisit an integrated resort bid.
Yokohama Mayor Takeharu Yamanaka has resigned, potentially reopening prospects for a casino resort bid. An independent investigation published in July concluded that Yamanaka repeatedly harassed staff.
Brazilian presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro said on 25 September that he would prohibit online betting if elected. He said the ban would cover online casinos and the “jogo do tigrinho”, but exempt football betting, which he said had been permitted for decades.