The betting market continues to push on the accelerator: a truth that is especially true if we consider the digital niche, which has now become the true queen of this sector.
The data proposed by Agimeg clarify the situation, outlining an optimal state of health for this sector. Online betting, in fact, continues along the trend already undertaken in the previous months and in 2023. Let's therefore try to delve into the data, and discover a more complete overview, which can also include the numbers of online gaming as a whole.Online Gaming Data in Italy in May 2024
In the month of May, according to to Agimeg data, the online betting sector recorded a significant increase in spending, with an increase of 12,6%. Total spending on this form of digital entertainment reached 142,2 million euros, compared to 126,3 million euros in May 2023. This increase reflects a positive trend in the sector, with total collections amounting to approximately 1,2 billion euros. A figure that in turn underlines the growth of a market that continues to expand and offer new opportunities to enthusiasts.
The credit for this boom also goes to the great variety of options that can be used online. Just think of the fact that in Italy not only sports betting is very successful, but also other classic casino pastimes revisited in a digital key. For example, reference is made to online card games, which also include video games found in crypto poker sites, reviews of which can also be found on the web. Not to mention other must-haves such as blackjack, baccarat, roulette and online slot machines.
Remaining in the online gambling sector, the data is even better than what was recorded by the betting sector. In fact, we are faced with an increase in spending that corresponds to 16%, if we make a direct comparison with the numbers of May 2023. Further proof of the fact that Italians like digital, to the point of often preferring it to physical casinos and betting agencies scattered throughout the peninsula.
An in-depth look at the success of online betting
The growth of the online betting sector is a fact, as amply demonstrated by the numbers seen above. And above all, it is a fact of particular relevance for the entire digital gambling sector, as always thanks to the heavy investments of market players in the development of new technologies. The trends are all positive, even if we are talking about the market shares held by the main operators, considering that it is a relatively stable ranking.
Article published on 5 August 2024 - 12:50
