The Rhode Island Lottery reported an 8% increase in monthly sales for July 2026, reaching $26.6 million, with growth observed across all major game categories
Key figures
Total July sales: $26.6 million
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Growth rate: +8% compared to the previous month
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Instant games: $12.3 million in sales, a 4% increase, making up 46% of total July sales
Game performance
While the report notes that all key games saw growth, the largest share came from instant games, which are sold at retail locations and online. Instant games include both physical instant tickets and eInstants, and some offer second-chance drawings and bonus prizes
Context
This July performance follows a broader fiscal year trend where Rhode Island Lottery revenue increased compared to the prior year, with video lottery contributing the largest share of gross profit (70.8% in FY 2025) . The July rise suggests continued consumer demand for lottery products, even as other gaming segments like online lottery and sports betting face competitive pressures.
Summary: July 2026 saw strong sales momentum for the Rhode Island Lottery, driven by a broad-based increase across game types, with instant games leading the growth and accounting for nearly half of total sales.
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