- Crowds have returned to American casinos following the COVID-19 pandemic, providing a major boost to the casino industry in the U.S., which is experiencing the greatest revenues in its history
- However, uncertainty still looms over whether the recently surfaced Delta variant of the coronavirus disease would slow the industry’s record growth
- It has become apparent that casinos in the United States might well see a record year, as almost $25 billion was taken in during the first half of 2021
LAS VEGAS, Nevada: Crowds have returned to American casinos following the COVID-19 pandemic, providing a major boost to the casino industry in the United States, which is experiencing the greatest revenues in its history.
However, uncertainty still looms over whether the recently surfaced Delta variant of the coronavirus disease would slow the industry’s record growth.
According to data published on August 10 by the American Gaming Association (AGA), which represents the commercial gaming industry, casinos in the United States recorded their best Q2 results ever, amassing $13.6 billion.
It has become apparent that casinos in the United States might well see a record year, as almost $25 billion was taken in during the first half of 2021.
“These first half results are truly remarkable,” according to AGA Chief Executive Officer and President Bill Miller, as quoted by the Associated Press.
“COVID-19 is not yet in the rear-view mirror, but I’m confident the record first half of 2021 has laid a strong foundation for the industry’s full recovery,” Miller noted.
“We’ve had a setback for sure with the Delta variant and some challenges with vaccinations, but I think we’re going to get through it,” Miller noted.
