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The World Series of Poker (WSOP) Circuit is setting the stage for its second festival of the year at the Thunder Valley Casino Resort in Lincoln, California. While the current action unfolds in Oklahoma at the WSOP Circuit Choctaw Durant, players on the West Coast are gearing up for their own poker spectacle, which kicks…

Casino visitation dipped in December, with foot traffic down 4.8% compared to the same month last year, according to a report from Jefferies Equities Research. The decline reflects lingering challenges from competition, economic factors, and uneven recovery across markets. December’s performance also underscores a 10.5% drop in foot traffic compared to pre-pandemic levels in 2019,…

Illinois casinos closed out 2024 on a high note, with December revenues surging to $157 million, thanks to strong holiday traffic and the first full month of operations at two of the state’s newest gambling venues. The robust performance highlights how new investments in gaming infrastructure are reshaping the state’s entertainment landscape. New Casinos Lead the…

Red Rock Resorts is capturing investor attention with ambitious development plans and strategic management of the North Fork casino project in Northern California. Deutsche Bank has expressed optimism, maintaining a "Buy" rating with a price target of $62, significantly above the mid-$40 range the stock is trading in as of late 2024. Major Development Projects Slated…

Golden Entertainment (NASDAQ: GDEN) has caught the attention of Deutsche Bank analysts, earning a "Buy" rating based on anticipated real estate transactions and strategic shifts in 2025. The bank’s analysis suggests significant upside potential for the stock, tied to possible changes in the company’s operational structure. Real Estate Sales as a Game Changer Deutsche Bank analyst…