Louisiana casinos continue bounce back in October from pandemic and hurricanes, with revenue of $195 M
Monday 22 de November 2021 / 11:05
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(Louisiana).- The three riverboat casinos in Baton Rouge saw their winnings rise by 26.2% in October, topping the year-to-year revenue gains posted statewide. The state posted a 21.8% gain last month compared to the year before.
The state posted a 21.8% gain in October compared to the year before. Winnings at the 13 riverboats, four racinos and Harrah’s were $194.7 million in October, compared to $152.3 million in October 2020.
The three riverboat casinos in Baton Rouge saw their winnings rise by 26.2% in October, topping the year-to-year revenue gains posted statewide.
The gambling halls brought in $23.1 million in October, according to figures released by the Louisiana Gaming Control Board. That compares to $18.3 million in October 2020.
Several factors led to the year-to-year increase. In October 2020 casinos were under restrictions put in to control the spread of COVID, which capped the number of customers at 50% capacity. Hurricanes Delta and Zeta hit the state in the same month, which caused some properties in New Orleans and Lake Charles to close for several days.
Categoría:Casino
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País: United States
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