Statista

The global online gambling market is on the cusp of significant growth, buoyed by evolving consumer preferences, wider digital connectivity, and a broader acceptance of remote entertainment. A recent Statista report projects that online gam3bling revenue will climb to US$107.70 billion by 2025, a figure that not only illustrates how quickly this segment is expanding but also underscores the growing competition among industry players seeking to capture market share.

For Nevada Gaming Holding (NGH), these findings serve as validation of the online gambling sector’s burgeoning potential. Statista’s analysis indicates that online gambling revenue will continue to rise, benefiting from a 5.42% compound annual growth rate between 2025 and 2029, eventually reaching US$133.00 billion by the end of the period. This upward momentum is fueled by several overlapping factors, including higher disposable incomes in key regions, advanced digital infrastructures, and an undeniable consumer preference for gaming-on-the-go. Mobile devices have become the linchpin of user engagement, enabling rapid access to a variety of casino-style games and sports betting platforms.

Beyond the sheer revenue numbers, the industry is also witnessing robust growth in its user base. Statista projects 291.4 million users by 2029, translating to a user penetration increase from 6.6% in 2025 to 7.6% by 2029. This expanding audience sets the stage for healthier competition among operators vying to attract and retain an ever-growing pool of digital gamblers. As user numbers climb, so too does the Average Revenue Per User (ARPU), pegged at US$440 in the Statista findings – an indication that loyal players can be highly lucrative.

The United States continues to dominate the single-country market with an anticipated contribution of US$29.74 billion in 2025, yet 72.4% of global online gambling revenue will still come from the rest of the world. This trend highlights the critical importance of a well-structured international strategy – one that grasps the value of localization while taking into account different cultural norms and regulatory frameworks. Such a balance becomes paramount for a global company like NGH.

Statista’s data corroborate the notion that online gambling is no longer a niche offering but a mainstream facet of modern entertainment. Given that the industry’s revenue is set to surpass US$107 billion by 2025, NGH has ample room to refine its offerings and capture a share of this accelerating market.