by Muhammad Cohen
Diversification remains one of Macau’s loudest buzzwords, a government imperative for casino operators and a key to making Macau the world center of tourism and leisure envisioned by Beijing’s Five Year Plan for 2011-2015. Economic diversification has proven elusive in view of Macau’s gaming-centric tourist mix; customers want what they want.
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Casinos not a fix-all for urban redevelopment: GMA
GGR Asia
The “single greatest mistake” that a government or jurisdiction can make is to allocate land for a gaming project simply on the basis that it wants urban redevelopment in that spot, says a new report from Global Market Advisors LLC.
Casinos not a fix-all for urban redevelopment: GMA
Read MoreAsia Gaming Brief
Global Market Advisors (GMA), a leading international consulting firm to the casino gaming, lodging, and airline industries, has issued a white paper on the effects of urban casino development. The paper, titled “Casinos and the City” explores the history of casino development in cities, past and current trends, and recommendations for future development of casinos in urban areas.
Global Market Advisors issues white paper on the effects of urban casino development
You may download a copy of the white paper HERE
Read MoreMacau Comes to Manila
by Muhammad Cohen
Inside Asian Gaming
For its opening night concert, City of Dreams Manila brought in international stars Ne-Yo and Kelly Rowland. Industry observers are anxious to see how many more international players the US$1.3 billion CoD Manila will bring to the Philippine capital’s Entertainment City district. They’ll probably need to be patient
Read MoreNew Bedford casino players cover their cards
by Mike Lawrence
South Coast Today
Negotiations involving a proposed resort casino on New Bedford’s waterfront took a quieter tone Monday, representing a marked change from the two days of bombast late last week that indicated the $500 million project could be close to a fiery end.
New Bedford casino players cover their cards
Read MoreBrewery, restaurant on tap for Scioto Downs
A microbrewery with a restaurant, stage and outdoor patio is coming to Scioto Downs Racino, as the owners of the gambling venue invest in amenities to attract a wider range of patrons.
Brewery, restaurant on tap for Scioto Downs
Read MoreCan Macau gaming stocks regain winning hand?
Macau-related casino stocks will likely come under pressure in the medium to long-term as gaming revenues remain challenged, says Jonathan Galaviz, partner at Global Market Advisors.
Read MoreIs Singapore getting airport crazy?
Singapore’s latest budget includes a $3 billion plan to expand its Changi airport with a fifth terminal before the fourth is even completed, but whether or not the travelers come isn’t clear.
CNBC – Is Singapore getting airport crazy?
Read MoreAsia Gambling Brief
Feb 02, 2015
AGB advisor Bill Bryson has joined consultancy firm Global Market Advisors, helping the company expand its range of advisory services on casino developments and other projects.
Bill Bryson Joins Global Market Advisors
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US based consulting firm Global Market Advisors, LLC (GMA) announced on Thursday that William ‘Bill’ Bryson, a lawyer specialized in Asian gaming and hospitality, has joined the firm.
He will continue to be based out of Taipei, Taiwan.
Lawyer Bill Bryson joins Global Market Advisors
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