1-9月中国销售彩票同比增长1.5%

Core Insights - In the first nine months of 2023, China's total lottery sales reached 476.137 billion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 1.5% [1] - The sales of welfare lottery amounted to 159.750 billion yuan, also showing a 1.5% increase year-on-year, while sports lottery sales were 316.387 billion yuan, maintaining the same growth rate [1] - In September alone, lottery sales totaled 52.933 billion yuan, marking a 2.8% year-on-year increase, with welfare lottery sales at 17.438 billion yuan (up 2.4%) and sports lottery sales at 35.495 billion yuan (up 3.0%) [1] Sales Performance by Region - In September, 24 provinces reported an increase in lottery sales, with Hebei, Shandong, and Hubei showing significant growth [1] - Conversely, seven provinces experienced a decline in sales, notably Zhejiang, Hunan, and Guizhou [1] - For the cumulative period from January to September, 21 provinces saw an increase in lottery sales, with Shandong, Hubei, and Henan leading the growth [1] - Ten provinces reported a decrease in sales, particularly in Jiangxi, Zhejiang, and Guizhou [1] Regulatory and Market Stability Measures - The Ministry of Finance has urged lottery institutions at all levels to closely monitor and analyze new situations and issues to strengthen lottery issuance and sales, ensuring market stability [1] - It emphasized the need for enhanced regulation by financial departments to create a favorable external environment, maintain market order, and promote the sustainable and healthy development of the lottery industry [1]