{"id":12905,"date":"2025-07-22T13:31:27","date_gmt":"2025-07-22T13:31:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/?post_type=asia&#038;p=12905"},"modified":"2025-07-22T13:31:27","modified_gmt":"2025-07-22T13:31:27","slug":"sands-chinas-new-jackpot-on-table-side-bets-could-boost-the-firms-hold-rates-and-gaming-volumes-according-to-analysts-at-citigroup","status":"publish","type":"asia","link":"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/asia\/sands-chinas-new-jackpot-on-table-side-bets-could-boost-the-firms-hold-rates-and-gaming-volumes-according-to-analysts-at-citigroup\/","title":{"rendered":"Sands China\u2019s new jackpot on table side bets could boost the firm\u2019s hold rates and gaming volumes, according to analysts at Citigroup."},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Citi\u2019s George Choi and Timothy Chau said the company had launched a new arrangement for its baccarat operations, incentivizing players to place more wagers on Lucky 6 and Lucky 7 side bets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a note issued today, Citi analysts said the more Sands is able to increase side bet participation, \u201cthe higher its market share could reach, given the significantly higher house advantage from side bets.\u201dThey noted, however, that competitors would likely copy the strategy if it proves successful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/landing\/multigame-link\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"340\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/11\/ice-london-termino-y-se-despidio-la-feria-en-imagenes-mgl-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9725\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/11\/ice-london-termino-y-se-despidio-la-feria-en-imagenes-mgl-1.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/11\/ice-london-termino-y-se-despidio-la-feria-en-imagenes-mgl-1-300x102.png 300w, https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/11\/ice-london-termino-y-se-despidio-la-feria-en-imagenes-mgl-1-768x261.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The new jackpot offers players the chance to win HKD5 million or more, provided they meet certain hand conditions, such as winning with a suited seven-over-six. Citi\u2019s note also observed that SJM Holdings\u2019 Grand Lisboa Palace has fully implemented smart gaming tables in its mass baccarat areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/asia\/sands-china-battles-fierce-competition-in-macaus-base-mass-market-segment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sands China Battles Fierce Competition in Macau\u2019s Base Mass Market Segment<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Despite heavy rain ahead of Typhoon Wipha\u2019s arrival over the weekend, Citi said casino activity was not hampered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Macau authorities raised the Typhoon Signal No. 8 on Sunday, halting public transport and suspending service on the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge, effectively stopping tourist flow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"..\/..\/..\/..\/Downloads\/Macau%20Keeps%20Casinos%20Running%20Through%20Typhoon%20Wipha,%20Prioritizes%20Guest%20Safety%20Over%20Shutdowns\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The storm was later classified as Typhoon Signal No. 8 as it reached within 30 kilometers of the city but did not cause the same amount of damage as 2017\u2019s Typhoon Hato. The Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau (DICJ) chose not to order casino closur<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Instead, the DICJ urged operators to keep gaming areas well-maintained and properly secured against typhoon impacts throughout the storm. The bureau also highlighted the need for staff to \u201ctake a rest\u201d during the typhoon but did not provide specifics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to Citi\u2019s July survey, positive momentum in the premium mass segment continued.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Citi analysts witnessed a player making a HKD1 million bet at Galaxy Macau\u2019s Pavilion North area \u2013 one of 35 \u201cwhales\u201d observed citywide, compared to 23 in July 2024. The surge in such high-value players may be partially attributed to amenities like the new Capella hotel at Galaxy Macau.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cOn our count, Galaxy has leapt to the pole position in our survey with a 35% share in total premium mass wager observed, likely reflecting Capella\u2019s success in appealing to whales,\u201d wrote the analysts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sands China ranked second in Citi\u2019s latest monthly Macau table survey \u2013 with a 25% share, likely boosted by a \u201cSandy Lam concert at the Venetian Arena.\u201d She was also due to perform on July 20, but that show was cancelled due to Typhoon Wipha. Citi estimated total observed premium mass wagers at HKD16 million, up 32% year-on-year, with the number of players climbing 18% to 681. 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