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    Asian Gamblers Flock to Korean Island as Casino Operator Posts Record-Breaking Q1 Results

    Asian Gamblers Flock to Korean Island as Casino Operator Posts Record-Breaking Q1 Results

    Lotte Tour Development, a casino operator in Jeju, South Korea, announced record-breaking Q1 operating profits of nearly $105 million, a 2.5x year-on-year increase. This surge in profits is attributed to a significant influx of Asian gamblers to the island province. The positive financial news led to a 7% increase in the company's share price.

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