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Which way to go? — Analysis of gaming revenue enhancement approaches for Macau

Journal of Revenue and Pricing ManagementPublished 1 March 2007
Zheng Gu
Citations23
SJR quartileQ3
SJR score0.32
SNIP0.70

Abstract

This paper analyzes different approaches used by casinos to encourage gaming participation and raise gaming revenue and discusses their implications for Macau's casino operations. Different from Las Vegas, Macau is a day-trip market dominated by risk-taking players. To improve its gaming operation results, Macau may consider increasing maximum bet limits, raising subjective winning probability, and adjusting game holds as gaming revenue enhancement strategies. The Las Vegas-style comp-centered casino promotion should be avoided.

Keywords

PsychologyComputer ScienceEconomics, Econometrics and Finance