Danes spent more on gambling in May

15, Jul 2025

In May 2025, Danes spent more on gambling compared with May 2024. Especially online casino and gaming machines contributed to the growth.

Figures from the Danish Gambling Authority's latest monthly statistics show that the total gambling spend in May increased by 19.5 per cent compared with May 2024. 

In May 2025, the growth in the spending on onlinecasino and gaming machines was 40.1 per cent and 8.4 per cent, respectively, compared with May 2024. Land-based casino achieved the same result as in May 2024, whereas betting saw a minor decrease of 6.3 per cent. 

The monthly statistics also cover figures on the Register of self-excluded players (ROFUS) and the helpline StopSpillet. 

See the numbers in the DGA's statistics collection