Gross gaming revenue in Macau fell 9.5% Y/Y to 17.34B patacas ($2.17 billion) in April, according to the latest report from the Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau.
The decline is an improvement from the 16% drop in March and topped the 14% fall-off expected by analysts.
The Macau sector is hoping for a second-half boost from new entertainment-focused properties due to open, a list that includes Wynn Palace and the Parisian. The last time Macau casinos showed positive growth for a month was almost two years ago.
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