GLG News by Casino Slot Machine Purchasers

For years it was believed that gaming companies were immune to the ravages of the economy and in the past they had been, but not now.  Stations problems stem from a weak economy, high gas prices, lower housing and stock prices, nothing else.

Is he saying anything that provides real substance?

Tribal sovereign nation status is a Federally approved law which has been challenged and has been upheld in the courts.  The labor issues are new and still will have a number of challenges ahead for the Native American Tribes.  However, this issue has also surfaced a number of other complicated...

The US Court of Appeals ruled that tribal casinos are not exempt from labor laws

Can this “new” facility attract enough incremental play and visitation to justify the cost?  With high gas prices, increase border security, an overall weak economy and a weak dollar, how many Americans will make the trip on a regular basis?

Since the merger in 2005 and Harrahs going private probably the smartest and most significant change to come in the organization is the branding of Harrah's to Caesars Entertainment. Although Harrah's itself is a strong brand as was Horseshoe which is also owned by Harrah's, the names have never commanded...

Smoking and gaming go hand in hand.

In every case I am aware of, banning smoking has led directly to a decrease in gaming revenue, Michigan may not continue this trend. 

Harrah's went form having a strong balance sheet to having a very weak one.

Loss of on-site golf course Is the convention business complemtary to a high end casino? Is this just an attempt to drive revenue from a new (different) market segment?