Gambling in the USA
Detroit Casinos Report $94.4M in January Revenue
The three Detroit casinos reported $94.4 million in monthly aggregate revenue (AGR) for the month of January 2024, of which $93.9 million was generated from table games and slots, and $500,221 from retail sports betting.
The January market shares were:
- MGM, 48%
- MotorCity, 30%
- Hollywood Casino at Greektown, 22%
Monthly Table Games, Slot Revenue, and Taxes
January 2024 table games and slot revenue decreased 9.1% when compared to January 2023 revenue. January’s monthly revenue was also 15.7% lower than December 2023. From Jan. 1 through Jan. 31, the Detroit casinos’ table games and slots revenue decreased by 9.1% compared to the same period last year.
The casinos’ monthly gaming revenue results were all lower compared to January 2023:
- MGM, down 11.3% to $44.6 million
- MotorCity, down by 10.4% to $27.1 million
- Hollywood Casino at Greektown, down by 2.9% to $22.2 million
In January 2024, the three Detroit casinos paid $7.6 million in gaming taxes to the State of Michigan. They paid $8.4 million for the same month last year. The casinos also reported submitting $11.2 million in wagering taxes and development agreement payments to the City of Detroit in January.
Monthly Retail Sports Betting Revenue and Taxes
The three Detroit casinos reported $24.2 million in total retail sports betting handle, and total gross receipts were $520,988 for the month of January. Retail sports betting qualified adjusted gross receipts (QAGR) in January were up by $389,197 when compared to the same month last year. Compared to December 2023, January QAGR was down by $4.3 million.
January QAGR by casino was:
- MGM: $403,926
- MotorCity: $1.1 million
- Hollywood Casino at Greektown: negative ($1.0 million)
During January, the casinos paid $58,073 in gaming taxes to the state, compared to $4197 for the same period last year, and reported submitting $70,978 in wagering taxes to the City of Detroit based on their retail sports betting revenue.
Fantasy Contests
For December 2023, fantasy contest operators reported total adjusted revenues of $484,140 and paid taxes of $40,668.
From Jan. 1 through Dec. 31, 2023, fantasy contest operators reported $21.8 million in aggregate fantasy contest adjusted revenues and paid $1.8 million in taxes.
Spinomenal, the leading iGaming content provider, has made its US debut after launching an exciting collaboration with a leading operator in the state of New Jersey, and is anticipating many more valuable collaborations with top tier online casinos.
Following impressive growth rates, Spinomenal is making a major move into the New Jersey iGaming market, marking a key step in its global expansion. By entering this crucial U.S. region, Spinomenal will bring its innovative games to a new audience, strengthening its presence and leadership in the iGaming industry.
Spinomenal’s specially selected titles will be going live via Pariplay’s Fusion aggregation platform in the New Jersey market. Some of the outstanding titles being made available for NJ players are Demi Gods II, Majestic Wild Buffalo and Kitsune’s Scrolls.
This marks a major milestone in Spinomenal’s strategic expansion plan, as this debut establishes the company’s initial presence within the New Jersey market, with further growth anticipated across the US iGaming ecosystem. This move underscores Spinomenal’s commitment to expanding its global footprint and further solidifying its position as a leader in the online casino industry.
Lior Shvartz, CEO for Spinomenal commented: “After a decade of establishing and positioning Spinomenal as a leading provider in the iGaming industry, we have now taken a big leap and will provide our exciting content to the esteemed New Jersey audience. We are highly optimistic about entering this prominent market, following the process of obtaining approval from the DGE.”
The Mechoopda Indian Tribe has announced that the Mechoopda Economic Gaming Authority (MEGA) Board has made the decision to suspend operations at Mechoopda Casino. The final day of operations will be Friday, January 31, 2025.
The Mechoopda Casino says this decision comes after months of deliberation and efforts to address the various challenges affecting the casino’s operations.
Dennis Ramirez, Tribal Chairman of the Mechoopda Indian Tribe, said: “Suspending operations at the Casino is a heart-wrenching decision that affects not only our Tribe but also our valued employees, customers, and the surrounding community. While this chapter is closing, our commitment to the Casino’s long-term vision remains steadfast. For over 25 years, this project has been a cornerstone of our economic development goals, and we will continue to work toward its future reopening.”
The Tribe is taking steps to support both its employees and community partners during this transition period:
Employee Support: The Tribe is committed to offering resources and guidance to assist team members through this difficult time.
Remaining Open Until January 31: The Casino will remain open through its final day of operation, giving guests the opportunity to enjoy the remaining days of service.
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