premium gamblers drive resilience in market, UBS survey shows

A recent survey by UBS Securities Asia Ltd shows that the gaming sector is benefiting from a growing and more affluent mass-market segment. The study found

Survey: Civil servants risk evading accountability, limited support for public evaluation

A survey on accountability and responsibility awareness among civil servants found that while public servants exhibit a strong sense of responsibility, they also face risks of evading

Low LRT usage among residents due to insufficient network coverage

Light Rapid Transit (LRT) usage among young people in Macau remains low compared to other transportation options, primarily due to insufficient network coverage, and the government

Local workers projected to see 2.5% raise in 2026

Employees in Macau can expect an average salary increase of 2.5% in 2026, according to the latest pay trend survey by the Hong Kong Institute of Human Resource

Only 27% of youth intend to develop careers in Hengqin despite gov’t efforts

The 2025 Policy Address promotes youth employment in the nine mainland cities of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Greater Bay Area and the Guangdong-Macau In-depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin

Less than 20% of seniors willing to retire in GBA despite gov’t initiatives

The findings of a survey indicate that over 80% of respondents prefer to age at home, yet Macau’s declining birth rate may diminish future generations’

Survey: nearly 80% of service sector employees see the need for vocational training

A recent survey by the Macau Federation of Trade Unions (FAOM) revealed that 79.3% of respondents deemed vocational training either “very necessary” or “necessary.” Still, 62% did not

Survey: Students unlikely to seek help when experiencing stress

Over 70% of students report feeling stressed due to their studies and related issues, with some expressing thoughts of self-harm, yet only a small fraction actively

Group calls for a ‘sustainable’ community in São Domingos

Pointing out that the São Domingos district blends history with tourism and commerce, the Macau Institution People’s Alliance has cited a survey indicating that the surrounding

Study reveals mental health challenges among unmarried and lower-income gaming workers

A recent study found that the city’s gaming industry employees experience considerable psychological strain, prompting calls for a comprehensive mental health support system within the sector.

reveals strong public support for transforming traditional markets

A majority of respondents surveyed in Macau expressed support for transforming traditional markets into multi-purpose spaces that extend beyond merely selling goods. The remarks were based

Macau students sleep less, exercise below global standards

Secondary school students are experiencing a significant decline in both sleep and physical activity, according to a recent survey from the General Association of Chinese Students

Survey reveals struggles and solutions for family well-being

The Macau Healthy Family Index Survey 2024 highlights critical issues surrounding work-life balance and family dynamics in the region. Conducted with over 1,000 respondents primarily

Survey shows seniors favor Zhuhai as top retirement choice

A recent survey conducted by the Federation of Trade Unions (FAOM) in collaboration with the University of St. Joseph has revealed a trend among the elderly in

Macau residents’ significant gaps in health awareness

A recent study reveals a concerning gap in health awareness among residents of Macau and Hong Kong compared to their peers in the Greater Bay Area (GBA).

Consumer confidence at an ‘all time high’

The consumer confidence index of the city has reached a record high during the second quarter, indicating a significant boost in consumer optimism regarding economic

Macau consumer satisfaction holds steady

A new survey from the Institute for Sustainable Development (ISD) at the Macau University of Science and Technology (MUST) has found Macau residents’ consumer satisfaction has largely stabilized.

Survey shows young adults less willing to marry or have kids

A recent survey by the Women’s General Association of Macau has found a significant decline in the desire for marriage and childbearing among young adults aged 18

Pork chop sandwiches soar as CC finds whopping price differences at local cafes

The Consumer Council (CC) has surveyed the prices of a range of food and beverage items at local cafes and continues to find significant disparities between

Survey finds 30.6% of elderly concerningly lonely

Local NGO survey results show that 30.6% of its respondents reported experiencing concerning levels of loneliness or solitude. Conducted by the social service branch of Sheng

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