AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoMacau Gaming: Macau’s 20 casinos posted September gross gaming revenue of 18.06 billion patacas, down 1.2% year-on-year and down 17.5% month-on-month, the lowest in three years, as the market keeps softening. Cross-border Transport: The HK-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge is bracing for National Day traffic, with daily passenger volumes forecast to top 100,000 and vehicle crossings averaging over 20,000 during Oct 1–7. Food Safety: Macau’s IAM ordered a stop-sale and recall of a “Familie” black truffle sauce after heavy-metal total arsenic exceeded local limits, urging residents to avoid the affected batch. Energy & Prices: China suspended fuel exports for October beyond Hong Kong and Macau, pushing Brent above $100 and adding pressure to already tight global diesel markets. Retail & F&B Expansion: DFI Retail Group plans to expand Starbucks in Vietnam and Thailand and take full control of Starbucks operations across key Asian markets including Macau, aiming for a “billion-dollar business.” Manufacturing & Tech: The 2026 World Manufacturing Convention in Hefei secured 790 project agreements worth RMB 363.4 billion, highlighting intelligent manufacturing deals. Local Industry Events: Sands China extended its Macau firecracker exhibition through Nov 29 and added guided tours and a free seminar during Golden Week.
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