Good Morning. Data is data. But some critics are questioning the validity of a recent poll regarding Thailand’s possible future entertainment complexes. The consistency of the results leads some to wonder whether the government is using the data to fast track its intentions and pass the bill as quickly as possible. Meanwhile, in Macau, the Secretary for Economy and Finance has raised concerns about the SAR reaching its budgetary goals in 2025, as GGR so far has failed to excite.
What you need to know
- Critics challenge the validity of a Thai government-led casino poll, claiming insufficient public scrutiny in the fast-tracked bill.
- Macau faces potential fiscal shortfalls in 2025, with its financial Secretary stressing the need for strict budget management.
On the radar
- Macau March GGR totals $2.46B, up slightly by 0.8% yearly.
- Casino sales at Jeju Dream Tower sharply rise 46.5% YoY in March.
- BlueBet has successfully finalized the acquisition of TopSport.
- Betting provider Colossalbet fined for “indecent” illegal gambling ads.
- Wynn Macau grants employee share awards.
AGB Intelligence
THAILAND
Critics question poll data on casino bill
The critics of Thailand’s new entertainment complex bill will not be silenced. And the most recent focus is a Fiscal Policy Office survey, which has raised questions due to the consistency of its results. This is not the first survey to have been conducted, however opponents of the bill fear that the data could be being used to fast track the bill, with the support of the government. Many questions remain, as the bill continues to be debated.
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