Macau Gaming Industry Data Table v1
Overall Gaming Industry Size (2024)
| Indicator | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) | > MOP 195 billion (approximately USD 24 billion) | World's largest gaming market |
| Casino employees as % of Macau workforce | approximately 24% | Gaming-related industries |
| Non-gaming-oriented visitor non-gaming per capita spending | MOP 830 | 2024; visitors whose main purpose is gaming |
| Concession contracts | Starting 2023, 10-year term | Held by all six gaming operators |
Compared to Las Vegas: GGR approximately 7x (see MO_深度報告_v1.md)
Six Major Gaming Concessionaires
| Gaming Operator | Chinese Name | Major Flagship Properties |
|---|---|---|
| Galaxy Casino, S.A. | Galaxy Entertainment | Galaxy Macau; Broadway Macau |
| Melco Resorts (Macau) S.A. | Melco Resorts | Studio City; Morpheus; City of Dreams |
| MGM Grand Paradise, S.A. | MGM China | MGM Macau; MGM Cotai |
| SJM Resorts, S.A. | SJM Resorts | Grand Lisboa Hotel; Hotel Okura; Casa Real Hotel |
| Venetian Macau, S.A. | Sands China (Venetian) | The Venetian; The Londoner; Four Seasons; The Plaza Macao |
| Wynn Resorts (Macau), S.A. | Wynn Macau | Wynn Macau; Wynn Palace |
The new contract (effective 2023) mandates that all six gaming operators shift their investment focus toward "non-gaming elements"
Main Facility Scale (Verifiable Data)
| Property | Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Venetian Macao | Total Floor Area | > 980,000 m² | MO notebook |
| The Venetian Macao | Indoor Replica Venetian Sky Dome | 4.7 hectares | MO notebook |
| The Venetian Macao | Number of Guest Rooms | approximately 3,000 rooms | MO notebook |
| The Venetian Macao | Brand Stores | > 300 | MO notebook |
Data to be Added (Requires Adding DIC/Gaming Operator Reports to Notebook)
- Individual GGR and market share for each gaming operator in 2024
- Total number of gaming tables and slot machines across Macau
- Exact percentage of non-gaming revenue in total
- Seating capacity of Cotai Arena / The House of Dancing Water / other venues
- Total number of employees at each of the six gaming operators
- Status of Junkets in 2024 (after major promoters like Wanda withdrew)
Data Sources / Related Verification
This information is compiled from internal FactcheckDocs (MO_datatable_Casino Data_v1.md), with reference to publicly available official documents from the Macao region and industry files. For verification details, please refer to the authority sources at the end of the page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was Macau's gaming gross revenue in 2024?
Macau's gaming gross revenue in 2024 exceeded MOP 195 billion (approximately USD 24 billion), making it the world's largest gaming market.
How many major gaming concession operators are there in Macau?
Macau has six major gaming concession operators: Galaxy Entertainment, Melco Resorts, MGM Macau, SJM Holdings, Sands Macau, and Wynn Macau.
How significant is the gaming industry's impact on employment in Macau?
Casino workers in gaming-related industries account for approximately 24% of Macau's labor force, making it a vital pillar of the Macau economy.
What is the gaming revenue gap between Macau and Las Vegas?
Macau's gaming gross revenue is about 7 times that of Las Vegas, making it the world's largest gaming market.
What were the main requirements for gaming operators under the 2023 new contracts?
The new contracts (10-year term) require the six major gaming operators to shift their investment focus to "non-gaming elements," promoting diversified development of the industry.
Macau Key Data
Macau 2023: 28.7M visitors, GGR MOP 183.6B, 22 UNESCO monuments, 14 Michelin stars (2024).
| Indicator | Data | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Visitors | 28.7M | MGTO |
| GGR | MOP 183.6B | DICJ |
| UNESCO | 22 | UNESCO |
| Michelin | 14 | Michelin |
Practical Information
Visitors are advised to check the Macao SAR Government Portal (gov.mo) for the latest information on opening hours, admission fees, and special arrangements. The Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) operates a 24-hour tourist hotline (853-2833-3000) in Chinese, English, and Portuguese. The Consumer Council of Macao (consumer.gov.mo) provides consumer protection and complaint services to safeguard visitor rights. Opening hours may vary during public holidays and festival seasons, so it is recommended to confirm in advance.
