ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – Atlantic City’s casino industry reported modest revenue growth but declining profits in the final quarter of last year, according to new filings released Wednesday by the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement. The data shows a continued shift in financial performance as operators contend with changing margins despite stable consumer activity.
Casino licensees reported net revenue of $784.6 million for the fourth quarter, a 2.0 percent increase compared to the same period a year earlier. However, gross operating profit fell to $124.7 million, marking a 5.8 percent decline from the fourth quarter of the prior year.
Annual revenue dips slightly as profits contract
For the full calendar year, total net revenue reached $3.29 billion, representing a slight decrease of 0.5 percent compared to the previous year. Gross operating profit for the year totaled $681.6 million, down 3.9 percent over the same period.
The Division of Gaming Enforcement noted that comparisons involving internet gaming and sports wagering figures require careful review of accompanying financial footnotes, which detail how revenue and profit are recognized across those segments.
Hotel occupancy declines continue
Casino hotel occupancy also showed a slight downturn. The occupancy rate for the fourth quarter stood at 64.9 percent, a decrease of 0.7 percentage points from the same quarter the year before. For the full year, occupancy averaged 71.2 percent, down 0.8 percentage points compared to the prior year.
The latest figures reflect ongoing pressure on profitability even as overall revenue remains relatively stable, highlighting a narrowing margin environment for Atlantic City’s casino operators.
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