Economy/Finance

Tourism Slump Pressures The Strat on the Las Vegas Strip While Operator Golden Entertainment Targets Rebound

The slowdown in Southern Nevada tourism is rippling across the Las Vegas Strip, and even The Strat — one of its most iconic properties — has not been spared. Golden Entertainment, which operates the resort, rep...

Flutter Surpasses Q2 Earnings Targets, Lifts 2025 Outlook

Flutter Entertainment, the global leader in online sports betting and iGaming, posted second-quarter 2025 results that comfortably outpaced analyst projections, propelled by strong performances in both the U.S....

DraftKings Sets New Records in Q2 2025, Boosted by Strong Customer Engagement and Sportsbook Performance

DraftKings Inc. has achieved remarkable financial results for the second quarter of 2025, setting new company records for revenue, net income, and adjusted EBITDA. The U.S.-based digital sports entertainment an...

Philippines’ Wealthiest Entrepreneurs Maintain Top Spots, With Casino Tycoons Holding Strong Rankings

The latest rankings of the Philippines' wealthiest entrepreneurs, as compiled by Forbes for 2025, reveal that the Sy siblings, Enrique Razon Jr., and Manuel Villar continue to lead the pack. Despite the ongoing...

ESPN to Acquire NFL Network in Landmark Media Rights Exchange

In a groundbreaking development set to transform how football fans consume the game, ESPN and the National Football League (NFL) have reached a transformative agreement that will see ESPN acquire NFL Network an...

Netherlands Gambling Tax Increase Fails to Meet Revenue Goals, Sparks Unintended Consequences

The Netherlands’ recent hike in gambling tax, from 30.5% to 34.2%, has failed to achieve the government’s intended goal of increasing tax revenues. Despite the higher tax rate, the first half of 2025 saw a sign...