For the sixth straight year, the U.S. commercial gaming industry (not including tribal and charitable casinos, racetracks, Class II devices, and lottery) set a new record for revenue. According to “State of the States 2026: The AGA Survey of the Commercial Casino Industry,” the industry achieved $78.6 billion last year, up 9.1% over 2024, generated $17.9 billion in gaming tax revenue for state and local governments, and provided employment for 1.8 million people across the country. Of course, profits for the gambling industry involves deficits from players — not entirely, given more people gambling and people gambling more frequently and/or higher amounts, among other factors. But while the industry celebrates, player losses mount, especially at igaming.
Source: Las Vegas News