Jason Walbridge: SkyCity CEO on the company's 42 percent profit drop - Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

SkyCity is pushing forward with a new capital raise, after confirming a significant drop in profit.

Underlying profit's plummeted 42 percent, according to new reports.

Costs have also been rising, particularly for regulatory compliance, online gaming, and the soon-to-open Auckland convention centre.

SkyCity CEO Jason Walbridge says he believes they're acting in the best interests of the company - despite the concerns.

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