Casinonomics: The Socioeconomic Impacts of the Casino Industry (Management for Professionals)

Casinonomics provides a comprehensive analysis of the economic and social impacts of the casino industry, informing readers on the most important facets at the forefront of the public policy debate over this controversial industry.

With a mix of theory and empirical evidence, Casinonomics examines the frequently claimed benefits and costs stemming from expansions in the casino industry, including impacts on economic growth, consumer welfare, and government tax revenues, as well as gambling disorders, crime rates, and the impact on other businesses.

Readers will come away with a better-informed opinion on the merits of arguments for and against public policies that would expand casino gambling.