Goldman Sachs
May 11, 2026
Americas Gaming: Ohio Iowa and Missouri April GGR Update
Sector ReportEquitiesConsumer Discretionary
Regional gaming revenue in April showed improvement with Ohio racinos (+7%), Iowa (+4%), and Missouri (+1%) all reporting year-over-year GGR growth.
Key Takeaways
- 1.April regional gaming GGR trends showed significant improvement following a weak March, with Ohio racinos leading growth at +7% y/y.
- 2.Iowa as-reported GGR grew +4% y/y in April, while same-store growth (excluding the Bally's Marquette riverboat replacement) was +3% y/y.
- 3.MGM's regional portfolio is outperforming CZR's in April-to-date tracking, with MGM at +6% y/y compared to CZR at -2% y/y.
Table of Contents
- Bottom Line
- CZR
- MGM
- Disclosure Appendix
- Reg AC
- GS Factor Profile
- M&A Rank
- Quantum
- Disclosures
- Regulatory disclosures
- Ratings, coverage universe and related definitions
- Global product; distributing entities
- General disclosures
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Authors
Lizzie DoveJoey GaeblerRyan DavisNina Flinn
Securities
CZRMGMBally's
Themes
Regional Gaming RecoveryMonthly GGR Analysis
Regions
North AmericaUnited States
