Sands China Ltd reported a sharp decline in second-quarter earnings as unusually weak VIP gaming hold, World Cup-related disruption and higher operating costs weighed on its Macau business despite increased gaming volumes across several segments. For the three months ended June 30, 2026, the casino operator generated US$1.78 billion in net revenue, down 0.8% from the same period a year earlier and 15.6% below the first quarter. Adjusted property EBITDA fell 24.0% year-on-year and 32.1% sequentially to US$430 million, its lowest […]

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Macau’s gaming sector is showing signs of a strong finish to 2025, with analysts forecasting significant growth in December following a solid performance in November. As the city continues its post-pandemic recovery, November’s gross gaming revenue (GGR) saw a notable year-on-year increase, with projections for December pointing to further gains. The region’s gaming industry has witnessed a remarkable recovery, especially in the mass-market segment, which has outpaced pre-pandemic levels. November GGR Performance Exceeds Expectations November’s GGR came in at MOP 21.1 billion […]

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