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UEC to focus on mass market and online gaming to drive recovery as Okada Manila drags ...

Published

9 August 2026

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operational-macro

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Other Verticals

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Philippines

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Fusion42 · 28 August 2026 · Fusion42 review

Universal Entertainment Corp's Okada Manila faced a 13% decline in net sales and a 62.5% drop in Adjusted EBITDA in 2Q26 due to market challenges including geopolitical tensions and declining VIP gaming. To recover, UEC is shifting focus to the mass market and launching an online gaming platform 'OKADA PLAY' to diversify revenue amid competitive and macroeconomic pressures in the Philippines.

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◆ The Wire takeaway

You need to consider pivoting your gaming business towards online and mass market segments in the Philippines as VIP gaming revenues shrink and geopolitical issues hit the top end. Your growth now depends on diversifying beyond premium customers and integrating online channels quickly.

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