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Analysts Remain Bullish on Gambling Sector Resilience Despite Global Uncertainty
While the Trump administration’s controversial tariff policy has sparked fears of a broader economic downturn, experts believe gambling should remain relatively unaffected

Despite the recent market tremors following President Trump’s dramatic tariff announcements, gambling industry experts remain broadly optimistic about the sector’s strength, citing historical recession resilience, consumer spending habits, and robust fundamentals as core strengths that should insulate operators from an economic fallout.
Gambling Has Proven Historically Resilient
While gaming stocks did not escape the downdraft that pulled down broader markets, with many operators reporting double-digit declines last week, market analysts note that the sector enjoys several underlying advantages. According to a recent Next.io report, most experts agree that the tariffs’ effects on the gambling industry should be minimal as it relies much less on global supply chains.
Macquarie Group analyst Chad Beynon recognized three vectors of concern: recession risk, direct impacts from tariffs, and valuation pressures due to rising global economic instability. However, he pointed out that many consumers have accumulated substantial wealth over the past five years, which should dampen short-term turmoil stemming from recent volatility.
“We still think this is an industry that will be recession-resistant, given customer dynamics. What we have seen during recessions is that gaming tends to hold up well.”
Chad Beynon, Macquarie Group analyst
Beynon emphasized that gambling remains a relatively low-cost, habitual expenditure for most consumers, usually accounting for under 1% of household income. Such affordability positions it more resiliently than higher-cost entertainment options like concerts or live sports, which could suffer more significant declines during a market downturn.
Operators Worldwide Face Similar Challenges
Beynon also highlighted a disparity between US and Chinese gambling stocks, with China trading at about 11 times earnings compared to 20 times in the US. However, stimulus in China could help narrow the gap. The nation’s recently announced Special Action Plan for Boosting Consumption includes measures to raise minimum wages, add more jobs, and stabilize financial markets, boding well for Macau’s mass market gaming recovery.
Despite broader optimism, there is lingering uncertainty around Trump’s future economic moves. Analysts stress that confidence is now at a premium, especially after the recent market manipulation allegations. Lasting investor skepticism and a reluctance to engage with the market could derail attempts to stabilize confidence, further clouding the macroeconomic outlook.
Overall, the gambling sector remains more resilient than most. However, while operators enjoy a more favorable position when compared to many other industries, they are still not immune to market pressures. Even so, gambling might remain one of the safer bets in an uncertain global economy.
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