A city near Macau in mainland China has rolled out a large‐scale consumer subsidy scheme aimed at boosting domestic consumption and stimulating its local economy. The initiative seeks to encourage household spending across multiple categories by providing vouchers, discounts, and other incentives to shoppers. By targeting areas such as retail, dining and entertainment, the scheme hopes to lever additional private demand in a period of weak growth.
The Macau-based gaming and hospitality operator Galaxy Entertainment Group (Stock code 00027.HK) is garnering attention after broker CLSA issued a research note suggesting the company may raise its dividend payout ratio significantly over the next few years.
Comtrade Gaming, a Slovenia-based gaming technology provider, has announced a strategic partnership with the Philippine operator DigiPlus Interactive Corp. to supply its platform for DigiPlus’s sportsbook brand, ArenaPlus. According to the announcement, Comtrade will integrate its advanced platform solutions into ArenaPlus, enabling DigiPlus to expand its sports-betting offering.
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) reports that the Philippines’ gaming industry generated gross gaming revenue (GGR) of PHP 94.51 billion (approx. US$1.60 billion) in the three months to 30 September 2025, essentially flat (-0.1 %) from the same period a year earlier.
Paradise Co Ltd, a South Korea-based operator of foreigner‐only casinos, reported a strong third quarter (ending 30 September 2025) with net profit rising approximately 70% year-on-year to KRW 33.43 billion.
Author: Janice Chew • Wednesday, 12/11/2025
