Cantabria bingos expected to close 2026 with €13.4M in sales
Sector projection places 2026 sales similar to 2025 despite a 2.10% drop to October
Key Takeaways
- The sector projects Cantabria bingos will reach approximately €13.4 million in sales at the close of 2026.
- Cumulative sales from January to October 2026 fell by 2.10% compared with the same period in 2025.
- The third quarter of 2026 recorded the largest decline of the year, with a 7.50% contraction in sales.
- 2026 sales remain 12% below 2019 levels, a gap two percentage points wider than in 2023 and 2024.
Cantabria bingos expect to close 2026 with sales near €13.4 million, according to the sector estimate provided by the association AEBINCA. Between January and October 2026 cumulative activity shows a decline of 2.10% versus the same period in 2025.
Figures and forecast
[AEBINCA](/b2b), the association chaired by Ernesto Noval, reported that the projected close for 2026 is approximately €13.4 million, a figure similar to the previous year. The report notes that while the annual estimate is comparable to 2025, the accumulated performance in the first ten months of the year shows a drop of 2.10%.
Quarterly behaviour and historical comparison
The third quarter of 2026 concentrated the largest contraction of the year, with a 7.50% fall in sales. The association highlights fluctuations during the year that have prevented a sustained recovery.
The comparison with 2019, the pre-pandemic year, is also negative: current sales are 12% below 2019. That gap is two percentage points larger than the difference recorded in 2023 and 2024.
Sector observations
The sector itself assesses that the pattern seen in Cantabria is repeating in other autonomous communities. The data and forecast were communicated by AEBINCA and its president Ernesto Noval during the consolidation of records through October 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales forecast for Cantabria bingos in 2026?
The sector estimate places Cantabria bingos' 2026 sales at approximately €13.4 million, a level considered similar to 2025 according to AEBINCA.
How did sales evolve between January and October 2026?
Between January and October 2026 accumulated sales for Cantabria bingos fell by 2.10% compared with the same period in 2025, as reported by AEBINCA, chaired by Ernesto Noval.
Which quarter showed the largest drop in 2026 and by how much?
The third quarter of 2026 showed the largest contraction, with sales down 7.50%. AEBINCA recorded that quarter as the weakest among the first three quarters.
How do 2026 sales compare to 2019?
Current 2026 sales are 12% below 2019 levels, a difference that is two percentage points greater than the gaps observed in 2023 and 2024.
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