Danish Gambling Revenue Sees a Notable Rise in August
In August, Denmark’s gambling sector reported a robust 12.8% year-on-year increase, amounting to DKK634 million (approximately $99 million). This surge was significantly bolstered by the thriving online casino landscape within the country.
Comparatively, this figure dwarfs the DKK562 million accumulated in July of the previous year. According to data from Spillemyndigheden, the Danish gambling regulatory authority, this also represents an 8.4% uptick from June’s revenue figures.
Diving deeper into the specifics of July’s performance, online casinos were the standout performers, raking in DKK349 million—a substantial 20.5% rise from the same month last year. Online slots emerged as the primary attraction, accruing DKK291.7 million, followed by blackjack with DKK22.2 million and roulette at DKK16.8 million. The remaining revenue stemmed from bingo, poker, and assorted games.
On the sports betting front, a resurgence was noted after a two-month slump, resulting in DKK159 million in revenue—up 6.0% from last year. This included DKK114.5 million from mobile platforms, DKK28.1 million from desktop users, and DKK16.8 million from physical betting establishments.
Stability in Land-Based Gambling
Turning to brick-and-mortar gaming, revenue from physical slot machines reached DKK90 million, slightly dipping from DKK92 million last year. Notably, 80.1% of this revenue was generated from machines in dedicated gambling venues, while the remainder came from slots located in restaurants.
Additionally, land-based casinos experienced an 18.8% revenue growth, totaling DKK33 million, with an extra DKK2 million contributed from land-based bingo operations.
Increase in Self-Exclusion Rates
Regarding responsible gambling measures, the number of individuals registered with Denmark’s self-exclusion program, ROFUS, rose, totaling 62,577 by the end of August. This indicates that around 170 players made the decision to self-exclude within the month. Of those enrolled, 65.0% opted for permanent exclusion, primarily comprising men at 78.2%, while women accounted for 21.3%.
The landscape of gambling in Denmark illustrates a dynamic shift towards online platforms, while traditional venues maintain steady revenue—a balance between enjoyment and responsible gambling practices.