Inside Asian Gaming

February 2012 | INSIDE ASIAN GAMING 21 in Macau can be invaluable. “There is a lot of reward and a lot of risk, and you have to know what you’re doing,” says Mr Rosen. “The MGMs, the Las Vegas Sands, the Wynns of the world have the experience. They definitely have an advantage. They know who the customers are.” With the onward march of the Chinese economy, there will be more and more of them, too. But there are implications that extend beyond wins and losses. As Mr Schwartz notes, “It means we’re very dependent on that lifeline to China. It means more of your eggs are in the same basket. It’s a dangerous game. But risk is their game. They’re in the business of gambling. And these are the people who are gambling.” Feature Bolstered by baccarat—MGM Resort International’s Bellagio exudes elegance and attracts Asian high-rollers