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Richemont posts “solid” start to the year as jewellery sparkles
The Moodie Davitt Report
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July 16, 2025
Luxury house Richemont posted a +6% year-on-year rise in sales at constant exchange rates (+3% actual) to €5.4 billion for its first quarter ended 30 June 2025. The group described the performance as “solid’, coming amid a volatile macroeconomic...
Winning Secrets: How Sands China keeps its people at the heart of digital transformation
Human Resources Online
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"Our job isn’t just to keep up with each wave of change. It’s to help people find their rhythm and place within it," says Paulo Cheong, SVP of HR, Sands China. As the largest integrated resort operator in Macao, Sands China is advancing its...
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The Daily Tribune - News Of Bahrain
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TDT | Manama Email : hussainm@newsofbahrain.com Four Nations, One Purpose Bahrain’s U23 national football team are in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan this week, competing in a four-nation tournament against Oman, Syria, and the host nation. The action begins...
Europe and Americas, boost Richemont’s sales
BusinessLIVE
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Luxury goods group Richemont has reported solid first-quarter results, driven by double-digit growth in Europe, the Americas and Middle East & Africa. The group reported sales rose 6% at constant exchange rates to €5.4bn in the quarter to end-June...
Australia’s gambling reforms face key challenges: Report
Asia Gaming Brief
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July 8, 2025
A new academic report highlights the growing tension between Australia’s gambling industry and its efforts to protect vulnerable communities from gambling-related harm. The study, published in this year’s first Global Gaming & Tourism Research...
Synectics flags US$2.5mln contract with a Philippine casino resort
GGRAsia
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July 16, 2025
Synectics Plc, a United Kingdom-based provider of security and surveillance technology, says it has been selected to upgrade the surveillance system of a “leading casino operator” in the Philippines. The company also said it secured its first...
Epik High returns to Hong Kong on their Asia tour this year
Time Out
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Hong Kong’s High Skools have something to really look forward to, as Epik High has confirmed the Hong Kong leg of their 2025 Asia tour. This will be the first time that the South Korean hip-hop group has performed on our shores in six long years –...
Maverick Gaming, which owns 5 Nevada casinos, files for bankruptcy
The Nevada Independent
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July 15, 2025
Maverick Gaming, which owns five casinos in rural Nevada, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection Monday, listing between $100 million and $500 million in liabilities. For now, the Nevada properties — Maverick Casino & Hotel, Gold County Casino...
Workplace accidents drop 6.6% in early 2025
Macau Daily Times
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July 2, 2025
Macau saw a 6.6% decrease in workplace accidents during the first quarter of 2025, with 1,130 reported cases, according to Labour Affairs Bureau, as cited in media reports. Among the injured, 122 returned to work the same day, and no permanent...
Las Vegas Sands begins construction on $8bn Marina Bay Sands expansion in Singapore
Gambling Insider
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New hotel tower and arena to anchor long-term tourism strategy in Singapore. By Shaan Khan Key points: - Groundbreaking marks start of Las Vegas Sands’ $8bn development next to Marina Bay Sands - Expansion to feature 55-storey hotel tower and...
National Security Committee already scrutinising patriotism of Legislative Assembly candidates
Macau Business
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July 1, 2025
Macau’s Electoral Commission announced on Tuesday that the Committee for Safeguarding National Security is already assessing the patriotism of candidates running for the Legislative Assembly of the Special Administrative Region (SAR). The...
Citigroup raises July GGR forecast to MOP20 billion
Macau Daily Times
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July 9, 2025
Citigroup has raised its gross gaming revenue (GGR) forecast for July, citing a strong start to the month driven by major entertainment events. The investment bank increased its estimate by 2.6%–from MOP19.5 billion to MOP20 billion. The revision...
Business : Botanee Group Leads Chinese Beauty Industry Push At China-Thailand Cultural Exchange
Bernama
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July 16, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR, July 16 (Bernama) -- The "Mountains and Seas Spirits · Yu Garden Lantern Festival – 2025 China-Thailand Cultural Month" officially commenced at ICONSIAM, Bangkok, marking the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and...
Betting on Travel: How Soft2Bet Brings Casino Fun to Holiday Hotspots
FTN News
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July 8, 2025
Betting on travel is becoming an increasingly popular topic among tourism professionals and travelers alike. As more holiday hotspots embrace regulated online gaming, companies like Soft2Bet are transforming how people experience entertainment...
AAHK to commission two automated parking lots
Passenger Terminal Today
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July 8, 2025
Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) is to start the phased commissioning of two automated parking lots at Hong Kong International Airport in November 2025. Developed and operated by AAHK, the two parking lots are to be located in the restricted...
Highlight's Lee Gi-kwang to make film debut in 'I Kill U'
Korea JoungAng Daily
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July 16, 2025
Published: 16 Jul. 2025, 11:49 Lee Gi-kwang in the film ″I Kill U″ [TRIPLE PICTURES] Singer Lee Gi-kwang of boy band Highlight is set to make his silver screen debut with the film “I Kill U,” agency Around Us said Wednesday. The feature film,...
Las Vegas Sands bets on Asia’s young rich
Bangkok Post
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July 15, 2025
Casino giant commits $8 billion to expand Marina Bay Sands in Singapore PUBLISHED : 15 Jul 2025 at 21:50 Las Vegas Sands Corp is targeting Southeast Asia’s young and wealthy as it kicks off an ambitious US$8-billion expansion of its luxury resort...
Tough business climate calls for smarter, bolder entrepreneurs
Macau Daily Times
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July 7, 2025
Approximately 95% to 97% of businesses fail to survive beyond five years, whether in Macau or elsewhere, yet it is crucial for aspiring entrepreneurs to cultivate a resilient mindset and adapt to market competition instead of simply complaining...
Goldman Sachs names Caesars and Wynn top casino stock picks
Yogonet International
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July 8, 2025
Goldman Sachs initiated coverage on several gaming stocks Monday, highlighting Caesars Entertainment and Wynn Resorts as standout performers in a challenging environment for the casino industry. In a note led by analyst Lizzy Dove, the investment...
Hong Kong – Speech by FS at reception in celebration of 2025 Bastille Day (English only) (with photos)
Web NewsWire
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July 15, 2025
Speech by FS at reception in celebration of 2025 Bastille Day (English only) (with photos) ****************************************************************************************** Following is the speech by the Financial Secretary, Mr Paul Chan,...