Melco Confirms Pay Increase for Eligible Non-Management Staff

Melco Resorts & Entertainment has announced a pay increase for eligible non-management team members, reinforcing its commitment to workforce stability as Macau’s gaming and tourism sector continues its post-pandemic normalization. The salary adjustment, which takes effect in 2026, applies to frontline and operational staff and reflects the company’s broader strategy of retaining talent while maintaining service quality across its integrated resorts. The move follows similar wage and bonus announcements by other Macau concessionaires in recent weeks, underscoring intensifying competition for experienced staff in a tightening labor market.

According to the company, the pay increase is part of a structured review of remuneration and workforce conditions, aligned with improving business conditions and steady visitor flows into Macau. Operators have increasingly emphasized staff welfare as a pillar of sustainable growth, particularly after years of pandemic disruption that strained both operations and employee morale. Melco’s announcement positions the group alongside peers who see human capital as critical to long-term competitiveness rather than a short-term cost consideration.

Commenting on the decision, Lawrence Ho, Chairman and CEO of Melco Resorts & Entertainment, said, “Our team is fundamental to the service we provide at Melco. We are pleased to implement this pay increase to recognize their commitment, dedication and hard work. As we look ahead to the opportunities in the coming year, we are committed to moving forward as a united and stable workforce.” His remarks echo a broader industry narrative that staff engagement and retention are essential as Macau seeks to diversify beyond pure gaming into entertainment, culture, and premium tourism.

Industry observers note that Melco’s pay rise also reflects a wider recalibration of operating strategies across Macau, where concessionaires are balancing rising operating costs against regulatory expectations to invest in non-gaming initiatives and employee development. With visitor numbers continuing to recover and margins stabilizing, analysts expect further staff-related incentives — including bonuses and career progression programs — to remain a feature of operator announcements through 2026, as companies compete to secure experienced personnel in a normalized but more demanding market environment.