Good morning. The screen is the new green. Philippine GGR rose 6.39 percent to $6.61 billion in 2025, with online gaming overtaking land-based casinos as the industry’s primary growth driver, signaling a structural shift in revenue mix. Meanwhile, Bloomberry is bracing for another challenging year as VIP demand remains soft in Metro Manila, while accelerating its digital push through a revamped platform. In Europe, regulators are reinforcing national control, with an EU court ruling backing the right of individual countries to restrict cross-border online gambling services.
What you need to know
- Philippine GGR hit $6.61 billion in 2025, rising 6.39 percent as online gaming overtook land-based casinos in revenue share.
- Bloomberry sees a challenging 2026 as weak VIP demand in Metro Manila weighs on casinos, while the company accelerates its online gaming push.
- EU court rules national bans on online gambling can override cross-border licenses, reinforcing Member States’ regulatory autonomy.
On the radar
- Macau finance secretary Tai Kin Ip resigns unexpectedly.
- Macau VIP baccarat up 35.4% YoY in 1Q26, share nears 30%.
- Star Entertainment adds Grant Bowie as non-executive director.
- DigiPlus secures South Africa licenses, enters Western Cape market.
- PH confirms Interpol red notice for fugitive gambling-linked tycoon.
AGB Intelligence
PHILIPPINES
Online gaming overtakes casinos in the Philippines GGR mix
The Philippine gaming industry reported gross gaming revenues of $6.61 billion in 2025, up 6.39 percent year-on-year, driven by strong growth in online and electronic gaming. The segment generated $3.35 billion and accounted for over half of total GGR, overtaking licensed casinos as the largest contributor. Casino revenues declined, reflecting weaker land-based performance. Regulators said the results highlight a structural shift, with digital channels now leading industry expansion despite temporary disruptions linked to payment system adjustments.
Industry Updates
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- DATA.BET introduces In‑Stream Betting inside the live stream experience.
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