There is optimism coming out of the Philippines, as recent casino operator results filings give us a much needed glimpse of recovery.

Asia Gaming Brief Asia Editor Felix Ng sits down with JP Morgan Equity Research Analyst Don Carducci about some of the recent bids for Crown Resorts’ shares, as well as a surprise merger proposal from rival casino operator The Star Entertainment Group. 

Don Carducci, Equity Research Senior Analyst for J.P.Morgan Australia shares his insights with Asia Gaming Brief asia editor Felix Ng discussing the impact this year has had on Australia’s operators and gaming suppliers, but more importantly, how suppliers have been adapting to the new normal, including the adoption of new models, diversification and new markets.

J.P. Morgan Australia analyst Don Carducci expects Crown’s Sydney casino to initially open with approximately 160 tables, with scope to expand.

Australian casino operator Crown Resorts on Friday said it had received a renewed takeover offer from U.S. private equity firm Blackstone, which is looking...

Playtech, has confirmed that it has a potential third suitor after JKO Play asked the company for due diligence information to assess the terms of a takeover offer.

Aristocrat would make a better strategic fit for Playtech over that of Hong Kong-based Gopher Investments, analysts from J.P. Morgan Australia argue.

The outcome of the Victorian royal commission into Crown Resorts bodes well for the Star Entertainment Group, whose misconduct is arguably seen not “as bad” as its Melbourne rival, J.P Morgan Australian analysts say.

J.P. Morgan Australia equity analyst Don Carducci has observed much-improved business confidence from slot venues this year compared 2020, with 90 percent of gaming venues intending to maintain or increase their slot replacement spend over the next year.

As many as 90 percent of gaming venues surveyed in the recent J.P. Morgan 12th Annual Slot Survey said they intend to maintain or increase their slot replacement spend over the next year.