Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) announced an encouraging second quarter of 2023, with net revenue rising to HK$8.7 billion ($1.1 billion), representing a 257 percent year-on-year increase and a 23 percent quarter-on-quarter increase.

Galaxy Entertainment Group (“GEG”) proactively supports the Macau SAR Government’s policy of “Building Macau through Talent Training” through multi- pronged approaches to support holistic development and priority employment of local talents and to contribute to the sustainable development of the integrated resort industry.

Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) has announced a strong first quarter of 2023, with adjusted EBITDA rising to HK$1.91 billion - $244.22 million - (reversing a loss in the previous quarter), as net revenue rose by 72 percent yearly and 142 percent quarterly to HK$7.05 billion ($901.45 million).

A recent table survey from Citigroup reveals a significant acceleration in gaming spending in Macau, with the average wager for high-stakes players—commonly referred to as ‘whales’—increasing by 43 percent.

Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) is well-positioned to 'invest heavily' in growth opportunities in Macau and potentially other jurisdictions, such as Thailand, while still returning capital to shareholders through dividends, says CBRE.

Citigroup, in its August premium mass table survey, has observed that Macau continues to demonstrate resilience in gaming amid China’s economic headwinds, maintaining robust player demand.

Galaxy Entertainment Group had much to be happy about when announcing its first half year results. The operator saw a 52 percent uptick in profit, on the back of a gross gaming revenue tally that reached $2.57 billion. The group is now focused on ramping up its newest offerings and preparing its Phase 4 - set to be more family-focused, but including gaming. Meanwhile, Thailand continues to see a push and pull regarding its proposed IR bill, as the removal of the casino-friendly Prime Minister raises succession questions.

Galaxy Entertainment Group has reported a 52 percent increase in net profit for the first half of 2024, totaling over $564.7 million, on the back of a revenue increase of 37 percent yearly, to $2.76 billion.

The robust gaming demand in Macau justifies the view that concerns over a crackdown on illegal money flows are overdone, according to Citigroup.

Following Citigroup’s Macau Gaming Corporate Day, where all six casino operators were hosted, the investment bank maintains a bullish stance on Macau gaming companies' oulook.