Six premises dubbed “gambling dens” by Thai media have reopened in Bangkok. Bangkok Post reports that MP Chuvit Kamolvisit posted a message on Facebook stating that six “major” dens are now open and operating as normal. The premises are open 24 hours a day and it follows Mr Chuvit launching a crusade to uncover the truth behind many of the country’s “illegal” businesses. What this means for Bangkok’s gambling dens is unknown and Mr Chuvit moved to deny that it had anything to do with money offered in the form of a bribe.
SJM Holdings has seen H1 net profit rise 28 percent after the mass market continued to grow at a fast rate. Profit reached HK$3.41 billion in the first half of 2012 and was in line with five analysts polled by Reuters that predicted an average of HK$3.5 billion earlier this month. The company is second to Sands China according to analysts Union Gaming Research and the fact profit has risen will give the entire enclave’s casino industry a kick up the jacksy.