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“The current economic trends in racing and wagering for 2008-2009”. …and some predictions for the future. Maurits Bruggink 5 October 2009. Last 5 Years. Deregulation. Surge online gaming. Initiative for regulated opening: IFHA? Other?. Betting. Betting Bussines. 7 days racing
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“The current economic trends in racing and wagering for 2008-2009” …and some predictions for the future. Maurits Bruggink 5 October 2009
Last 5 Years Deregulation Surge online gaming Initiative for regulated opening: IFHA? Other?
Betting Bussines • 7 days racing • 24 hours on Internet • Data & Images • Terrestrial Distribution 1 betting shop per 4-6 thousand inhabitants
Key Indicators 2008 • Betting stable @ €85 billion • Tax revenues down by 14% • Foal birth down by 1,5% • Prize money up by 7,5%
Predictions • Wider distribution • More international contents • Increased commingling • Rebranding • Harmonisation of rules
“The current economic trends in racing and wagering for 2008-2009” …and some predictions for the future. Maurits Bruggink 5 October 2009