Key Takeaways:
Macau’s casino revenue grew more than expected in March, jumping 15% from a year earlier as the world's largest gambling hub continues its steady recovery.
Gross revenue from games of fortune was MOP22.612 billion ($2.8 billion), the Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau said on Tuesday. That figure beat the median analyst estimate of 11% growth, providing a fresh sign of strength for the city’s core industry.
The strong performance brought first-quarter revenue to MOP65.873 billion, a 14.3% increase from the same period last year. The sustained growth reinforces the positive outlook for the city's gaming sector, which has been closely watched by investors tracking the post-pandemic rebound.
The better-than-expected data is expected to bolster investor confidence in the Macau recovery story. This could fuel a rally in the shares of major casino operators, including Melco International (00200.HK), Sands China, and Wynn Macau, as traders bet on continued momentum in the coming months.
The positive data from Macau contributed to broader positive sentiment in the Hong Kong market, with the Hang Seng Index showing modest gains. The offshore yuan, or CNH, held steady against the dollar, while the U.S. 10-year Treasury yield saw a slight dip, reflecting a complex global economic picture.
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