Chinese punters’ gambling behavior in Macau changed due to the pandemic – Asia Gaming Brief

Good Morning. Few things were the same after the pandemic, particularly for the Macau market, which suffered the brunt of lockdowns and border restrictions. A new study examines how much the behavior of mainland Chinese punters playing in Macau changed and what new trends are emerging across the land-based and online space. Meanwhile, PAGCOR is seeing continued momentum from its gaming sector, propping up government revenues as the regulator remits its dues to the Treasury.

While the pandemic had a massive impact on the access of mainland Chinese gamblers to Macaus casinos, a recent study has revealed that the impact continues well beyond the end of lockdowns and border measures. The research found that many punters switched online, despite both China and Macau not allowing online gambling. It further examines changes in the demographics, education level, social standing and frequency of gambling by punters during and post-pandemic.

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Chinese punters' gambling behavior in Macau changed due to the pandemic - Asia Gaming Brief