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Between January and May 2026, regulated operators in Panama recorded $1.3 billion in gross wagers, a 16.2% increase compared to the same period in 2025, when total wagers reached $1.1 billion, according to figures from the Office of the Comptroller General of the Republic based on data from the Gaming Control Board.
The main driver of the sector remained Type A slot machines, which generated $932.4 million in wagers during the first five months of the year. This segment accounted for just over 70% of all wagers reported by licensed gambling operators and grew 7.3% compared to the same period in 2025.
These machines can operate in both full-service casinos and dedicated slot halls or other establishments authorized for this type of activity. Unlike full-service casinos, these venues are not required to offer table games, as they may operate exclusively with Type A slot machines, provided they comply with the regulatory framework established by the Gaming Control Board.
The online gaming segment ranked second and continued to post the fastest growth, reaching $299.6 million in wagers between January and May, up 57% year-over-year.
Table games ranked third with $74.3 million in wagers, representing a 23% increase compared to January-May 2025. This category includes games such as blackjack, roulette, baccarat and poker, which operate in full-service casinos. In Panama, these casinos must be located within hotels with more than 300 rooms and comply with specific infrastructure, capacity and entertainment requirements.
The remaining segments posted mixed results. Wagers at Hipódromo Presidente Remón totaled $11.4 million, down 6.1%; sports betting shops generated $7.2 million, a decline of 7.5%; bingo halls reached $2.8 million, up 6.4%; and instant games recorded $1.1 million, a decrease of 18.8%.
The report covers casinos, the racetrack, bingo halls, sports betting, online platforms, instant games and Type A slot machines. It does not include Type C slot machines, which operate under a different regulatory framework and are typically located in bars, restaurants and commercial establishments outside the city center.