Korea’s state-linked foreigner-only casino operator, Grand Korea Leisure (GKL), reported total casino revenue of KRW227.2 billion (US$148 million) in the six months to 30 June 2026, representing an 8.2% year-on-year increase.
The improvement came on the back of a 13.9% increase in casino drop amount to KRW1.98 trillion (US$1.29 billion), aided by Korea’s improving relations with China and eased visa rules.
GKL’s 1H26 results formed part of a Thursday filing in which it revealed June casino sales of KRW37.2 billion (US$24.2 million) – up 6.9% year-on-year but down 13.8% compared with May. The June result included a 5.3% year-on-year increase in table game revenue to KRW33.3 billion (US$21.6 million) and a 22.0% increase in machine revenue to KRW3.92 billion (US$2.55 million).
June saw casino drop amount grow 8.9% compared to the same month last year to KRW327.7 billion (US$213 million).
Founded in 2005 to generate tourism revenue while contributing profits to national tourism development., GKL counts the state-owned Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) as its controlling shareholder with a 51% stake.
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