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Las Vegas Tourism Dips Despite Rising Gaming Revenue

9/27/2025

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In August 2025, Las Vegas tourism declined as Harry Reid International Airport passenger numbers fell 6%, Spirit Airlines passengers fell 46.3%, and convention attendance fell 8%.
Gaming revenue rose 5.5% to $1.22 billion in August.
The Las Vegas Strip regains locals-market dominance with baccarat growth; MGM CEO calls for a change in Las Vegas's value narrative.

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Story summary

In August 2025, Las Vegas tourism declined as Harry Reid International Airport passenger numbers fell 6%, Spirit Airlines passengers fell 46.3%, and convention attendance fell 8%.
Gaming revenue rose 5.5% to $1.22 billion in August.
The Las Vegas Strip regains locals-market dominance with baccarat growth; MGM CEO calls for a change in Las Vegas's value narrative.