FANTINI’S FINANCE: Disappointing Year
As 2014 wrapped up last week, investors in gaming stocks are probably saying “good riddance.” Companies with operations in Macau were particularly hard hit.
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FANTINI’S FINANCE: North Jersey: Thanks, New York; Thanks, Carl!
Prospects for a casino in northern New Jersey took a giant step forward last week as two events combined to put one or more gaming halls on the agenda...
FANTINI’S FINANCE: Revenue Rebound?
For the first time in several years, there is hope that the Great Recession is over for U.S. casinos. National gaming revenues grew in October and regional growth continued...
FANTINI’S FINANCE: Evolving Business Models
The changes in the gaming industry keep accelerating on both the operator and vendor sides. Whether it’s the convergence between lotteries and slot companies or the rapid move to...
FANTINI’S FINANCE: Down on the Farmville
Social gaming is the most surprising development in gaming over the past several years. Gaming companies are devoting lots of attention to this segment, which could benefit real-life casinos....
FANTINI’S FINANCE: High Stakes
Several referendums on next week’s ballots will determine the future of the gaming industry in several states. Voters in Massachusetts, Colorado and California will have a say on issues...
FANTINI’S FINANCE: Mystery in Macau
Las Vegas Sands reported their quarterly earnings last week and it appears that their executives are as confused as the analysts about what is happening in Macau. Is it...
FANTINI’S FINANCE: G2E Wrap; Gaming is Back
If the events at G2E two weeks ago are any proof, gaming is healthy and coming back. From a jammed exhibit floor to new companies and renewed enthusiasm says...
FANTINI’S FINANCE: The Silence of G2E
With the recent mergers and acquisitions on the supply side, we’re unlikely to hear anything interesting at G2E because not all of them are complete. But the products? They...
FANTINI’S FINANCE: Pain Not Over in AC
What’s happening in Atlantic City isn’t a surprise. Declining revenues and non-convenience gambling have been problems for the Boardwalk town, and the worst probably isn’t over.
FANTINI’S FINANCE: Macau Mystery
Suddenly the booming Macau gaming economy is hitting snags left and right. Investors are bailing and the future of the only city in China to permit gaming is in...
FANTINI’S FINANCE: Experiential Success
The malaise affecting casinos across the country must have something to do with how they are treated and what they want. Do we want to constantly rely on “less...
FANTINI’S FINANCE: Global Convergence
The purchase of IGT by GTECH means more than just another massive gaming deal. It demonstrates the acceleration of globalization and convergence of all gaming sectors.
FANTINI’S FINANCE: Growing Problem
Investors who expect the gaming industry to grow are going to be disappointed in the short term, as revenues continue to decline in almost all sectors and competitive technologies...
FANTINI’S FINANCE: Unplug and Play
Mobile betting is growing at amazing rates, but a recently developed “in play” wager makes it even more profitable in countries where sports betting is legal.
FANTINI’S FINANCE: How Are Ya, Amaya?
Amaya Gaming has been active in both the online and land-based casino supplier space, buying up small to mid-sized companies over the past couple of years. But nothing compares...
FANTINI’S FINANCE: Vendor Action
From new CEOs to possible sales, the manufacturing sector of the gaming industry has been very active. What does this mean to shareholders and other interested parties?
FANTINI’S FINANCE: A Dose of Reality
Most observers have played down the slow start of legal iGaming in the U.S., claiming the sample size is too small and adjustments will be made to the marketing....
FANTINI’S FINANCE: The Damage Done
Atlantic City’s woes may not be over as more competition is slated to open within the next several years. Experts believe more casinos need to close before the market...
FANTINI’S FINANCE: Falling Back to Earth
The run-up of gaming stocks enjoyed over the last year is over. Even though the stock market continues to prosper, gaming stocks have taken a hit. What happened?
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October 31-November 2, 2023: SBC Summit Latinoamerica, Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Hollywood, FL. The conference and trade show for senior executives in the Latin American betting and gaming industry. For more information visit https://sbcevents.com/en/sbc-summit-latinoamerica.
November 13-17, 2023: SIGMA Europe (Malta Week), Malta, MFCC (North Gate). Returning to its roots, SiGMA Europe attracts an international and diverse lineup of industry leaders to its annual Malta Week event, bringing a convergence of expo, conference, and networking. For more information visit sigma.world/europe.
November 22-23, 2023: BEGE, IEC, Sofia, Bulgaria. BEGE is one of the leading gaming and entertainment exhibitions in Europe. The show gathers 85+ exhibitors and over 6000 visitors from over 60 countries. Over the years, the event has gained the attention of leading companies and established itself as a preferred business venue and became meeting point for the gaming society.
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November 22-23, 2023: EEGS IEC, Sofia, Bulgaria. The Eastern European Gaming Summit (EEGS) is an annual gaming conference which brings together more than 50 speakers and 300+ delegates from all over world. With hundreds of leaders and thriving companies from the land-based and online gaming industry in attendance, EEGS covers groundbreaking subjects and discussions based on the latest trends, developments, and insights. For more information visit eegamingsummit.com/.
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