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Deutsche Bank analysis warns UK Machine Gaming Duty hike could disproportionately impact Rank Group

A proposed increase to the UK's Machine Gaming Duty may hit retail-focused operators like Rank Group hardest, with potential £35m annual cost increases before mitigation. The analysis reveals stark differences in how major gambling operators would be affected by the tax hike, with land-based venues facing greater challenges than online counterparts.

Deutsche Bank analysis warns UK Machine Gaming Duty hike could disproportionately impact Rank Group
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A proposed increase to the UK's Machine Gaming Duty may hit retail-focused operators like Rank Group hardest, with potential £35m annual cost increases before mitigation. The analysis reveals stark differences in how major gambling operators would be affected by the tax hike, with land-based venues facing greater challenges than online counterparts.

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