UK Gambling Market Hits Record $23.4B, Led by Online Casino
The UK gambling market's gross gaming yield rose 4.4% to $23.4 billion in 2025/26, with all net growth driven by online casino.
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The UK gambling market's gross gaming yield rose 4.4% to $23.4 billion in 2025/26, with all net growth driven by online casino.
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