The data on tourism consumption of gambling and betting services in Australia, measured in billion Australian dollars, reveals an upward trend from 2013 to 2019, followed by a sharp decline in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The market rebounded significantly in 2021, continuing to grow until 2023.
In 2023, the value stood at 1.79 billion AUD, showing a 1.7% year-on-year increase. The average annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years was 1.81%. The forecast from 2024 indicates a steady growth trend, with a CAGR of 1.33% projected for the next five years, reaching a value of 1.94 billion AUD by 2028.
Future trends to watch for:
- The impact of regulatory changes on gambling and betting services.
- Potential disruptions from emerging technologies such as online betting platforms and virtual reality casinos.
- Changes in tourist demographics and spending behaviors post-pandemic.