Macau’s Casinos in 2026: Mass Market and Premium Segment Trends

Betting Activity Among VIP Guests

Total observed wagers reached HKD 14.3 million. This jump represents a 7% increase compared to the previous year. The surveyed group comprised 525 individuals, down 16% from 2025. Despite the smaller customer base, average spending per gambler nevertheless climbed to HKD 27,284, up 27%. Taken together, these findings suggest that stronger contributions from those present offset lower attendance.

Mass Market Access

Operators are also making baccarat games more affordable. The average minimum bet fell 13% to HKD 1,901. At City of Dreams, newly observed tables offered minimums ranging from HKD 300 to HKD 1,000. Citi noted that this was its 1st recorded instance of a HKD 300 baccarat minimum at the property.

Lower entry stakes and sustained premium spending illustrate how casinos are addressing different customer groups. These figures reflect the trends identified during the survey. Wagering totals should not be confused with operators’ earnings. Citi nevertheless maintained its forecast of 6% growth in Macau’s gross gaming revenue for 2026.

Premium Player Demand

Analysts identified 31 particularly large bettors during their assessment. The average wager within this group rose 54% to HKD 243,548. Wynn accounted for 29% of total stakes in the premium segment, up from 18% a year earlier. The company’s Chairman’s Club ranked 1st among the 19 venues visited, with an average bet of HKD 117,300.

Citi highlighted the following high-value wagers:

• HKD 820,000 at Wynn Palace’s Chairman’s Club;
• HKD 680,000 at Wynn Encore;
• HKD 650,000 at the Signature Club at City of Dreams.

Operators are also investing in land-based facilities for higher-spending visitors. MGM Cotai opened a premium slot area near its Masters Club. Renovations were also underway at the Supreme Room. City of Dreams was carrying out its own modernisation project. Separately, construction near Wynn Palace appeared to indicate the beginning of preliminary work on The Enclave.

These developments came as concerns about the summer slowdown eased. The World Cup had affected the market during June and July. Premium customers continued to spend on gambling and other forms of entertainment. Citi’s assessment indicated that the situation had improved following this period.