Matt Ballesty

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Matt Ballesty is a strategic and results-oriented business expert with 30 years of global experience in leadership and operations management within highly regulated and complex environments. Possesses intimate knowledge on the operations and management of an integrated resort property with the ability to adapt to different jurisdictions. Currently, Matt is the Managing Director of Three Points Consulting, a gaming and hospitality consultancy company providing expert and strategic advice to boards, management, investors and regulators.

LATEST ARTICLES FROM AUTHOR

Elsewhere

The Rise of Robots, CoBots and Automation – A New Normal

Matt Ballesty - June 2, 2023

New Zealand

Matt Ballesty: Looking for travel bubbles

Matt Ballesty - December 18, 2020

LATEST NEWS

Macau

Macau February GGR could rise by 10.5%: Seaport

Kelsey Wilhelm - February 3, 2026

Macau's February GGR could increase by 10.5 percent y-o-y, according to Seaport Research Partners, with 1Q26 GGR rising by 15.6 percent and FY26 up by 7 percent.

Philippines

Philippines SEC files complaint against Manuel Villar Jr. over alleged market manipulation by Villar Land

Kelsey Wilhelm - February 3, 2026

The Philippines SEC has filed a complaint against business mogul Manuel Villar for alleged insider trading and market manipulation by Villar Land.

Macau

Former Greek Mythology Casino location to house two-star and five-star hotels: report

Kelsey Wilhelm - February 3, 2026

The site of the former New Century Hotel and Greek Mythology Casino in Macau is going to be reopened as a split hotel property, offering two-star and five-star accommodation.

Australia

BetMakers completes acquisition of Las Vegas Dissemination Company

Nelson Moura - February 2, 2026

Australia’s BetMakers Technology Group has completed the acquisition of all assets of the Las Vegas Dissemination Company (LVDC), giving it access to tier-one Nevada casino operators.

South Korea

Jeju Dream Tower casino sales surge 55% year-on-year in January

Viviana Chan - February 2, 2026

Jeju Dream Tower casino sales jumped by 55 percent yearly to $31.3 million in January, with a strong boost from table games.

South Korea

GKL further clarifies it has no plan to pursue Seoul casino resort

Viviana Chan - February 2, 2026

GKL has further clarified it has no intention to develop a casino resort in Seoul, rejecting reports suggesting a strategic shift.

Myanmar

China executes four notorious Bai family members over cross-border scam crimes

Viviana Chan - February 2, 2026

Beijing has executed four Myanmar-linked mafia members from the Bai family in its latest move against large-scale telecom fraud syndicates.

Philippines

Philippines assures Korea that visitors are safe, after 2025 visitor slump

Kelsey Wilhelm - February 2, 2026

The Philippines is increasing efforts to boost security for visitors in the country after significant drops in its top foreign visitor market, South Korea, last year.

Macau

UFC returns to Macau in May, fight card yet to be revealed

Kelsey Wilhelm - February 1, 2026

The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is returning to Macau at the end of May, hosted at Galaxy Arena as part of a four-year event partnership.

Macau

Macau’s GDP hit $51.5B in 2025, with 4Q25 reaching $14.24B

Kelsey Wilhelm - February 1, 2026

Macau's GDP reached $51.5 billion in 2025, boosted by a $14.24 billion in the fourth quarter, driven by increased visitation around events.

Macau

Macau hotel occupancy rate hits 89.4% for FY25, with 14.56M guests

Kelsey Wilhelm - February 1, 2026

Macau hotels saw average occupancy hit 89.3 percent in 2025, with 14.56 million guests, led by five-star establishments.

Elsewhere

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Face to Face: Nevis Premier Mark Brantley – jurisdiction aiming for top-tier status

AGBrief Editorial - February 1, 2026

Nevis Premier Mark Brantley says that it's still to early for the jurisdiction to claim top-tier status, but its strong focus on compliance promotes its long-term economic diversification goals via online gaming.

Macau

Macau International Airport rolls out hotel-based “Check’ N Fly” baggage service

Viviana Chan - February 1, 2026

The Macau International Airport (MIA) has launched a new hotel-based baggage check-in service at select hotels to enhance travel convenience.

Macau

CreditSights ‘constructive’ on Sands China as market share gains support 2026 outlook

Viviana Chan - February 1, 2026

CreditSights maintains a constructive view on Sands China’s 2026 outlook, expecting reinvestment efforts to boost market share and underpin earnings growth.

Singapore

Lim Kok Thay appointed chairman and director of Resorts World Sentosa

Viviana Chan - February 1, 2026

Lim Kok Thay has taken on the role of Chairman and Director at Resorts World Sentosa, succeeding retired chairman Tan Hee Teck.

Philippines

PAGCOR reports 2025 revenue dip as land-based casinos weaken

Nelson Moura - January 30, 2026

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation said today its revenues fell 5 percent in 2025 to $1.91 billion, as earnings from land-based casinos softened and offshore gaming was removed from its revenue mix.

Sri Lanka

City of Dreams Sri Lanka EBITDA hits $4.62M in 4Q25

Kelsey Wilhelm - January 30, 2026

City of Dreams Sri Lanka saw EBITDA reach $4.62 million in the final quarter of 2025, as the casino "continues to record a steadily improving performance".

Australia

The Star returns to EBITDA gain but is not yet out of the woods

Kelsey Wilhelm - January 30, 2026

Australian gaming operator The Star saw a slight increase in revenue for its financial 2Q26, ended December 31st, 2025, with EBITDA returning to profit as the company stabilizes after its takeover by Bally’s and Investment Holdings.

Philippines