| Title: | Regional casinos' big break - Slowing U.S. economy a chance to showcase new facilities, challenge gaming meccas |
| Price: | $550.00 |
| Publication Date: | May 01, 2008 |
| Report Type: | Special Comment |
| Brief Excerpt: | ...As consumers trim their travel budgets in response to a slowing U.S. economy, many may shy away from Las Vegas and Atlantic City. They ll opt instead for less- expensive trips to regional gaming markets closer to home. As a result, many will get a first look at new, Las Vegas style hotels, restaurants, entertainment facilities and casino-floor improvements meant to offer well-heeled locals an alternative to the traditional gaming meccas. If visitors find these expanded facilities on a par with Las Vegas and Atlant ic City, it could shake up market share in the U.S. casino industry over the long run and influence credit ratings of gaming companies. For some consumers, a decision to scale back travel plans today could produce a permanent preference for the more convenient, nearby gaming market. Economic weakness is cutting into casino gaming revenues nearly across the board. It s not yet clear whether consumers travel choices will cause Nevada and New Jersey to bear the... |
| Word Count: | 2349 |
| Length: | 4 Pages |
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