According to the state Division of Gambling Enforcement, Atlantic City’s nine casinos collectively posted $117.5 million in gross operating profits in 2020, down from nearly $594m in 2019.
“Atlantic City and its casinos endured their most challenging year in history. Even after being allowed to reopen in July, the casinos’ earnings were limited by travel restrictions, limited amenities, and cancelled entertainment. The casinos proved that in-person gambling could happen safely. As tourists return to the shore, they can have every confidence Atlantic City is safe for the summer.” Said James Plousis, chair of the New Jersey Casino Control Commission.
New Jersey’s gambling figures were down in February despite the Super Bowl and an increase in casinos capacity limits.
According to figures released by the state’s sports betting handle in February was $743m, down from $996m in January. However, that was a substantial increase on the $200m wagered in February 2020.
The only sectors that had good news are the state’s casinos and racetracks took $46m in revenue, up from $17m in February 2020. And the Internet gambling which performed strongly, up by 80 per cent year-over-year. The boost in I-gambling helped replace revenues lost in sports betting and from land-based casinos.
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