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Financial Performance - Total revenue reached $12.7 billion, a 45% increase compared to Q1 2024[11] - Key product revenue surged to $7.5 billion, representing a 119% growth rate[11] - Non-GAAP earnings per share (EPS) increased by 29% to $3.34[11] - The company reaffirms its 2025 revenue guidance of $58.0 billion to $61.0 billion[9] Market Leadership and Expansion - The company gained U.S. incretin analogs market leadership with a 53.3% market share in total prescriptions[9] - Mounjaro U.S. type 2 diabetes incretin analogs TRx share of market (SOM) reached 39% and NBRx SOM 46% at the end of Q1 2025[22] - Zepbound U.S. branded anti-obesity TRx SOM exceeded 60% and NBRx SOM 74% at the end of Q1 2025[22] Strategic Investments and Pipeline Development - The company announced plans to double U.S. manufacturing investments, committing a total of $50 billion since 2020[9] - Research & Development investment reached $2.7 billion, accounting for 8% growth[11] - The company disclosed positive Phase 3 trial results for oral GLP-1, orforglipron, demonstrating statistically significant efficacy and a safety profile consistent with injectable GLP-1 medicines[9] - Jaypirca achieved Q1 2025 sales of $92 million and secured regulatory approval in the EU for relapsed or refractory CLL patients previously treated with a BTK inhibitor[22]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company's first quarter revenue was $262 million, representing a 21% year-over-year increase, while adjusted EBITDA was $33.2 million, nearly double compared to the same period last year [8][22]. - Gross profit margins increased by 125 basis points year-over-year to 34.9%, driven by revenue diversification and higher growth in more profitable markets [24]. - Marketing spend was $38.8 million, or 15% of revenue, down from 17% of revenue in the same quarter last year, indicating improved marketing efficiency [25][26]. Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Online casino revenue grew by 25% year-over-year, while sports betting revenue increased by 11% [9][22]. - In North America, monthly active users (MAUs) grew by 17% year-over-year, with an average revenue per monthly active user (ARPMAU) of $368, up 3% year-over-year [10][22]. - Latin America saw MAUs increase by 61% year-over-year, reaching a new quarterly record of 354,000 [10][23]. Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - North American markets showed revenue growth in 15 out of 16 online markets, with Michigan revenue up 40% and Delaware exceeding 80% growth in its first year of comparisons [12]. - In Colombia, gross gaming revenue (GGR) was up 55% in local currency, despite a 19% value-added tax on player deposits [13][14]. - The company is optimistic about the potential growth in Alberta, Canada, as legislation for online gaming progresses [17]. Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company focuses on innovation and enhancing player experience to drive growth and profitability [8][20]. - The strategy includes differentiating offerings to improve user engagement and retention across product verticals [10][20]. - The company is monitoring legislative developments in various U.S. states to capitalize on potential online gaming opportunities [18][19]. Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's ability to navigate challenges, including the impact of taxes in Colombia, while maintaining strong player activity and market share [14][32]. - The company anticipates continued growth in revenue and adjusted EBITDA for 2025, with guidance remaining between $1.1 billion and $1.8 billion in revenue [27][28]. - Management highlighted the resilience of the online gaming sector, particularly during challenging economic times, and the potential for increased tax revenues from legalized online casinos [19][20]. Other Important Information - The company ended the quarter with $228 million in unrestricted cash and no debt, generating approximately $25 million in cash during the quarter [26]. - The company repurchased approximately 500,000 shares at an average price of $10.35 under its share repurchase program [27]. Q&A Session Summary Question: Insights on Colombia's competitive landscape and market share - Management indicated that they are absorbing the tax through higher bonusing, similar to competitors, and are confident in retaining or growing market share despite the challenges [32]. Question: Growth expectations for Delaware in 2025 - Management expects continued growth in Delaware, although the growth rate may slow as the market matures [34][36]. Question: Adjustments to business model in Colombia - Management is continuously adjusting strategies to maximize net revenue and reduce deposit turnover in response to the VAT tax [42][44]. Question: Impact of Pennsylvania joining the multistate Internet gaming agreement - Management expressed excitement about the launch in Pennsylvania and the potential for increased player liquidity across platforms [46]. Question: Tax impact from Colombia on revenue and EBITDA - Management noted that the VAT tax has significantly impacted net revenue growth, with expectations for meaningful growth once the tax is removed [52][94]. Question: User growth concentration in North America - Management indicated that Delaware contributed mid-single digits to the overall 17% user growth, with most growth coming from higher-value markets [87][88].

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company's first quarter revenue was $262 million, representing a 21% year-over-year increase, while adjusted EBITDA was $33.2 million, nearly double compared to the same period last year [6][21]. - Gross profit margins increased by 125 basis points year-over-year to 34.9%, driven by revenue diversification and higher growth in more profitable markets [23]. - Marketing spend was $38.8 million, or 15% of revenue, down from 17% in the previous year, indicating improved marketing efficiency [24]. Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Online casino revenue grew by 25% year-over-year, while sports betting revenue increased by 11% [6][21]. - In North America, monthly active users (MAUs) grew by 17% year-over-year, with an average revenue per monthly active user (ARPMAU) of $368, up 3% year-over-year [21]. - In Latin America, MAUs increased by 61% year-over-year, reaching a new quarterly record of 354,000 [22]. Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - North American markets saw revenue growth in 15 out of 16 online markets, with Michigan revenue up 40% and Delaware exceeding 80% growth [11][12]. - In Colombia, gross gaming revenue (GGR) was up 55% in local currency, despite a temporary 19% VAT on player deposits [12][13]. - The company anticipates that the Colombian VAT tax will impact net revenue but expects significant upside if the tax is removed [27][52]. Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company focuses on innovation and enhancing player experience to attract and retain high-value players [6][8]. - The iGaming Alberta Act is progressing, which could open new opportunities for online gaming in Alberta, transitioning from a monopoly to a regulated market [15]. - The company is well-positioned in the online casino and sports betting space, emphasizing the importance of legalizing online casinos for state revenue generation [16][17]. Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's ability to navigate challenges, including the impact of the VAT tax in Colombia, while maintaining strong player activity and market share [12][42]. - The company remains optimistic about growth opportunities in existing markets and potential expansion into new international markets [76][78]. - Management reiterated full-year revenue guidance of $1.1 billion to $1.8 billion, with adjusted EBITDA expected between $115 million and $135 million, reflecting a 35% year-over-year increase [27][28]. Other Important Information - The company ended the quarter with $228 million in unrestricted cash and no debt, generating approximately $25 million in cash during the quarter [25][26]. - The company repurchased approximately 500,000 shares at an average price of $10.35 under its share repurchase program [27]. Q&A Session Summary Question: Insights on Colombia's competitive landscape and market share - Management confirmed that they are bonusing at higher rates to offset the VAT tax, similar to competitors, and expressed confidence in retaining or growing market share despite the challenges [31][32]. Question: Growth expectations for Delaware in 2025 - Management expects continued growth in Delaware, although growth rates may slow as the market matures, with potential for significant future revenue growth [35][36]. Question: Adjustments to business model in Colombia - Management is continuously adjusting strategies to maximize net revenue in Colombia, including reducing marketing spend and monitoring competitor actions [40][41]. Question: Impact of Pennsylvania joining the multistate Internet gaming agreement - Management expressed excitement about the launch in Pennsylvania and the potential for increased player liquidity across platforms [44][45]. Question: Marketing leverage in a competitive environment - Management attributed marketing leverage to a focus on customer experience and differentiation, allowing the company to maintain a reasonable customer acquisition cost [58][60]. Question: Guidance for revenue growth in 2025 - Management indicated that revenue growth may decelerate in Q2 and Q3 compared to Q1, with Q4 expected to be the strongest quarter of the year [62][63]. Question: Tax impact from Colombia on EBITDA - Management noted that the VAT tax has significantly impacted net revenue, but GGR growth remains strong, indicating potential for future revenue growth once the tax is removed [93][95].