• Macau casino revenue falls below pre-pandemic levels and analysts' expectations

    Macau, once a gambling mecca for international travelers, is struggling to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. The SAR has been very strict when it comes to pandemic protocols, including casino closures, travel restrictions and the introduction of quarantine. Macau continues to struggle to reach pre-pandemic revenue even as analysts expect the region to earn even more at this point, even as it sees monthly growth through gaming revenue. Casino game sales hit $3.34 billion ($415 million) . The month was up 25% , but still well below previous totals, according to a report from the Office for Game Inspection and Coordination. May is down 68% from the same month . May was the second lowest month since Macau reopened its borders to mainland Chinese citizens . The worst month was in April before that. May could see a slight increase in total due to Golden Week, but it was still only 64% figure. Analysts are changing their outlook for next year as the region continues to post lower-than-expected earnings. Deutsche Bank analysts expect to bring in $9.78 billion this year. This is lower than the $9.82 billion previously estimated. Casino operator debt expected to exceed $25 billion this year As Macau struggles to gain ground, operators' debt is expected to reach more than $25 billion by the end of the year. This increase is related to ongoing travel restrictions in SAR. Morgan Stanley analysts see operators continue to increase debt as travel policy related to coronavirus remains in place. A report by Morgan Stanley says net debt could rise if travel restrictions are not eased soon. Macau officials have been very strict on COVID-19 protocols. If the virus poses a threat to the region in the neighborhood, more restrictions will be introduced. Macau once suspended global travel to prevent sponsors from mainland China and Hong Kong from visiting for fear of spreading the virus. Macao played a big role in avoiding the virus, but it had the disadvantage of low travel and significantly reduced income for casinos. Attention is focusing on whether restrictions will be eased or whether travelers will once again visit casinos in gambling cities. Even when restrictions were eased in the past, travelers were not able to find it due to a 14-day long quarantine period, but it remains to be seen whether Macau will show a strong recovery or low profits due to regulations.

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  • Macau Government Sets Up Bid Committee For Casino Licenses

    According to reports, the government for casino-dense Macau residents was tasked with setting up a special committee and overseeing the process of granting a new decade of concessions to six existing clubs consisting of locally licensed operators in Macau. According to a report by GGRAsia, the nine-member Fortune Council's tender for concessions for casino game operations involves leaders from several government departments, including Lei Wai Nong, the city's economy and finance minister, and Adriano Marques Ho, the director of gaming inspection and coordination. Sources detailed that the agency, which also includes Andre Chung Weng Chon, the administrative and legal minister of the former Portuguese residence, will be responsible for analyzing and implementing all measures related to the upcoming permit of any casino operator. Prominent player: Macau is reportedly home to nearly 40 casinos run by Galaxy Entertainment Group Limited, SJM Holdings Limited, MGM China Holdings Limited, Melco Resorts and Entertainment Limited, and casinos run by local Win Macau Limited and Sands China Limited of Las Vegas Sands Limited, respectively. The six pairs' original 20-year licenses reportedly expired at the end of June, but they can purchase a special six-month extension due to end at the end of the year. Great assemblies: Hoy Lai Phong, secretary general of the Macau Executive Committee, is said to hold a seat in the lucky committee's open bid for concessions to run casino games, as is Elsie Aoyoung U, minister of social and cultural affairs. Membership was reportedly held by Maria Helena de Sena Fernandez, the head of the Macau government's tourism agency, Sit Chong Meng, the head of the judicial police department, Tai Kin Yip, the director of economic and technological development, and Lai Wong Leung, the director of the land and urban construction bureau. Macau's legislative council reportedly approved a new bill last month that would amend the local gambling law and grant 10 years of casino licenses to up to six operators. All six current operators are expected to take part in the new process, with sources further saying the campaign will begin early next month before the winning bidder is selected in November or December. Sub-situation: As part of the process, the Fortune Commission's open bid for casino game operations reportedly established a Fortune Sector Expert Committee to support Macau's chief executive, Ho Iat Seng, in drafting game-related policies.

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  • Jaminet, Tandy Win 'Big' Indy With IMSA Title Shot

    Jamine took the lead from the beginning of the sixth entry, squeezing the sister seven and leading in the opening corner, but then Porsche lost its edge as the GTP carefully split from the GT vehicle, failing to follow instructions in a timely manner. However, as the challenge of Cadillac in Action Express Racing, which eventually took the lead, faded, they took the lead again. In the end, the decisive factor between Porsche was Felipe Nasr's out-wrapping error at No. 7 after the last pitstop, which made the difference in the first race at IMSA in 2014 and led Tandy to jump in and claim victory at his boss's house. It's double because this is Indianapolis - it's a world-famous historical site, and the IMSA series is a world-famous historical race series," said Tandy, who won his 20th career IMSA. "So, it's very big to come to a place like this, especially for Porsche Penske Motorsports. And all the ties that the Penske Company has with this place is enormous. "That means a huge amount. And the fact that it's a 1-2 team makes it sweeter. From a manufacturer's championship point of view, it's huge. Obviously, the second part of this is a point situation and it's going to be the second round. "I said before the weekend that I really need to win here to make it to Rod Atlanta. And it eventually gave us a chance. The teamwork that gave the people who work on this team a chance to win Atlanta is amazing. "I'm really happy to cross the brick field. It was a moving moment." Penske, the 86-year-old team owner, greeted his two winners after the race, saying, "Good job." The result marks the second win of the year for Jaminette and Tandy, who won the street championship at Long Beach in April. However, according to the team, the crew lost another victory in Six Hours at The Glen due to excessive wear and tear, which violated the rules with the front skid plate "less than a millimeter." Now they're just five points behind point leaders Pipo Derani and Alexander Sims, leading #31AXR Cadillac, heading into the season finale in Rod Atlanta. "I've been very disappointed since Watkins Glen," Jaminet admitted, "and it still hurts in retrospect." "So, finally getting the win back and it feels really good, to get us back to the championship hunt. To be honest, I'm just hungry for more.

  • "A dedicated preparation for the AG national team"

    Samsung manager Park Jin-man delivered Won Tae-in's physical condition before the game against KT at Suwon KT Wiz Park on the 19th. Won Tae-in was excluded from the first division entry on the day. Won Tae-in started against KT in Daegu on the 14th and recorded his seventh win of the season with six hits (one homer) and two walks, six strikeouts and four runs (three earned). However, he complained of pain in his right thumb during the pitch. Coach Park said, "It continues to be uncomfortable due to pain in the thumb of my right hand. It's said that it doesn't take strength. I don't throw any more because I think I need to get ready before I go to the national team. I excluded it from today's entry," he explained. Initially, Won Tae-in planned to take the mound for the last time against Doosan on the 22nd and participate in the national team call-up training on the 23rd. Coach Park said, "To throw as a starter on the 22nd, you have to be almost ready from now on. However, he was unable to start because there was still an inconvenience. The starting lineup is a bit difficult right now, so it's a bit of a shame for the team," he said. He added, "Joining the national team and throwing the ball, looking at the date, there is still time until the call-up, and I don't think it's too much." Won Tae-in will no longer have a chance to throw in the regular season if he returns from the Asian Games national team. The Asian Games baseball final and the third to fourth place games will be held on October 7. The national team is scheduled to return home on the 8th. Samsung has two games since then from the 9th to the 10th, and there is one game to be organized later due to rain cancellation. Won Tae-in pitched in 25 games this season and recorded 7 wins, 6 losses and an ERA of 3.17. He pitched 145 innings to fill the three consecutive innings, although his 10 wins for the third consecutive year were canceled. A temporary starter will be made against Doosan on the 22nd without Won Tae-in. Coach Park said, "It was decided that Won Tae-in couldn't throw today, so I couldn't decide who would throw it. There is still time." Meanwhile, Lee Ho-sung, a rookie in the first round (8th overall), is preparing to start the first team at the end of September. Lee Ho-sung pitched in three games (7 innings) in April and recorded an ERA of 2.57. Coach Park said, "We are continuing to increase the number of pitches in the second division. There will be an opportunity later this month," he said.


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