Global $910 Billion Gambling Market Outlook, 2035 - Featuring Profiles Of Flutter Entertainment, Bet365, And Entain
Dublin, Aug. 31, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Gambling Global Market Opportunities and Strategies to 2035" has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
The global gambling market report provides a comprehensive analysis of market performance from 2020 to 2025 and forecasts growth through 2030 and 2035. It examines the industry by gambling type, distribution channel, end-user category and geographic region, with detailed coverage of major economies across each region.
The global gambling market reached approximately $576.72 billion in 2025, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.1% since 2020. The market is projected to increase to $728.19 billion by 2030, expanding at a CAGR of 4.8% from 2025 to 2030. Continued demand is expected to support further growth, with the market forecast to reach $910.92 billion by 2035 at a CAGR of approximately 4.6% during the subsequent forecast period.
Historic gambling market growth was supported by increasing sports viewership, higher betting participation rates, a rising number of international sporting events, sustained lottery demand and broader social acceptance of betting activities. However, high regulatory and compliance costs constrained expansion. Concerns surrounding gambling addiction, responsible gaming and mental health also affected operators and industry growth during the historic period.
Looking ahead, the gambling market is expected to benefit from rising consumer demand, increased participation among younger adults and millennials, a wider selection of betting formats and games, and higher spending on entertainment. Potential barriers include dependence on regulatory approvals and license renewals, strict advertising and promotional restrictions, and economic uncertainty associated with tariffs and global trade disputes.
Key gambling market trends include increased adoption of artificial intelligence, big data analytics and advanced digital recommendation systems. Operators are also prioritizing fintech integration, blockchain technology, regulatory technology frameworks and digital payment solutions. Additional investment is expected in autonomous intelligence, Internet of Things-enabled infrastructure and connected digital ecosystems. Augmented reality, virtual reality and extended reality are also creating opportunities for more immersive casino, lottery and sports betting experiences.
By type, the gambling market is segmented into casinos, lotteries, sports betting and other gambling activities. Lotteries represented the largest segment in 2025, accounting for 59.1% of the global market, or approximately $341.13 billion. Sports betting is forecast to be the fastest-growing type segment between 2025 and 2030, expanding at a CAGR of 6.9% as digital platforms improve accessibility and live sporting events attract greater betting participation.
By channel, the market is divided into offline and online gambling. Offline gambling remained the largest channel in 2025, generating approximately $412.86 billion and accounting for 71.6% of the total market. Online gambling is expected to record the strongest channel growth through 2030, with a projected CAGR of 6.8%, supported by mobile betting platforms, digital payment adoption and continued expansion in regulated online markets.
By end user, the market includes casual gamblers, regular gamblers, high-value players, VIP gamblers, and social and recreational gamblers. High-value players and VIP gamblers formed the largest end-user segment in 2025, representing 42.8% of the market, or approximately $246.7 billion. This segment is also forecast to grow the fastest through 2030, achieving a CAGR of 5.7% as operators strengthen premium services, personalized engagement and loyalty initiatives.
Asia-Pacific was the largest regional gambling market in 2025, accounting for 34.2% of global revenue, or approximately $197.51 billion. North America and Western Europe followed, supported by established casino, lottery and sports betting industries. The Middle East and Asia-Pacific are projected to be the fastest-growing regions through 2030, with respective CAGRs of 6.8% and 6.1%. Eastern Europe is also forecast to expand at 6.1%, while Africa is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.1%.
Markets Covered:
1) By Type: Casino; Lotteries; Sports Betting; Other Gambling
2) By Channel: Offline; Online
3) By End User: Casual Gamblers; Regular Gamblers; High-Value Players And VIP Gamblers; Social And Recreational Gamblers
Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets; GDP proportions; expenditure per capita; gambling indicators comparison.
Data Segmentation: Country and regional historic and forecast data; market share of competitors; market segments.
Companies Featured
- MGM Resorts International Las Vegas Sands Corporation Flutter Entertainment plc Caesars Entertainment The Hong Kong Jockey Club Bet365 Group Ltd. Galaxy Entertainment Group Limited Wynn Resorts Ltd. Penn National Gaming (PENN Entertainment, Inc) Melco International Development Limited Marina Bay Sands Casino Inspire Integrated Resort Aquis Great Barrier Reef Casino SkyCity Auckland Casino Deltin Daman Casino Galaxy Macau SJM Grand Lisboa City of Dreams The Venetian Macao Kangwon Land Casino Resorts World Sentosa Taiwan Sports Lottery Company Ltd Ganlot Inc. International Games System Co., Ltd. Jumbo Technology Co., Ltd. GAMA Technology Co., Ltd. Johnsons Gaming Technology Co., Ltd. Boller Technology Co., Ltd. Soft-World International Corp. Gamania Digital Entertainment Co., Ltd. X-Legend Entertainment Co., Ltd. Wayi International Digital Entertainment Co., Ltd. Korea Racing Authority Korea Sports Promotion Foundation Sports Toto Korea Co., Ltd. Jeju Dream Tower Paradise Sega Sammy Co., Ltd. Walkerhill Co., Ltd. China LotSynergy Holdings Limited AGTech Holdings Limited 500.com Limited (BIT Mining Limited) China Sports Lottery Technology Co., Ltd. Shenzhen Boyaa Interactive International Limited Genting Malaysia Berhad Resorts World Sentosa Pte. Ltd. Marina Bay Sands Pte. Ltd. Bloomberry Resorts Corporation Travellers International Hotel Group, Inc. Tiger Resort Leisure and Entertainment, Inc. Melco Resorts Leisure (Philippines) Corporation NagaCorp Ltd. Donaco International Limited Vietnam Lottery Company (Vietlott) Hoiana Resort & Golf Joint Venture Lao Gaming Management Company Ltd. Myanmar Golden Rock International Co., Ltd. Zeal Network SE Merkur Casinos Betway Novibet NetBet Casino LeoVegas AB Casino Gran Madrid Torrelodones Casino de la Vallee - St. Vincent Spielbank Do-Hohensyburg Unibet Marriott Hotel & Casino Warsaw Admiral Casino Colosseum Evolution Gaming AB Scientific Games Corporation Buffalo Partners SPIN Casino DraftKings Inc. BetAmerica The Stars Group Inc. Gateway Casinos & Entertainment Limited Great Canadian Entertainment Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation British Columbia Lottery Corporation Loto-Quebec Atlantic Lottery Corporation Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority Western Canada Lottery Corporation Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Commission Score Media and Gaming Inc. Stronach Group Boyd Gaming Corporation Bally's Corporation Churchill Downs Incorporated Rush Street Interactive Inc. International Game Technology PLC (IGT U.S. Operations HQ) Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment Seminole Hard Rock Entertainment Golden Nugget (Fertitta Entertainment) Hipodromo Argentino de Palermo Sun Monticello Casino and Hotel Casino Golden Palace Casino de Tigre Casino Buenos Aires Casino Rock'n Jazz Casino du Liban Jumeirah Farah Experiences LLC Parimatch GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World Sun International Peermont Federal Palace Hotel & Casino
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