PCSO hikes 6/45, 6/42 Lotto bets to P20

Starting May 17, each bet for Mega Lotto 6/45 and Lotto 6/42 will cost P20, the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) announced Monday night during the day's lotto draw. The minimum guaranteed prize (MGP), on the other hand, will also increase from P4.5 million to P9 million (6/45) and from P3 million to P6 million (6/42), the PCSO also said. Ticket price for Grand Lotto 6/55 and Super Lotto 6/49 will stay at P20 each, it added. Grand Lotto and Super Lotto have MGP of P30 million and P16 million, respectively. With the increase, the PCSO expects more funds for its medical programs and health services for its clients. — KBK, GMA News