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High Roller Technologies, Inc.(ROLR) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-15 21:32
High Roller Technologies (ROLR) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 15, 2025 04:30 PM ET Company Participants Ben Clemes - CEOSeth Young - SVP - Corporate Strategy & IR Conference Call Participants None - Analyst Operator Good afternoon, everyone, and welcome to High Roller Technologies first quarter twenty twenty five Earnings Call. Before I turn the call over to the High Roller Technologies CEO, Ben Clemens, I'd like to remind you that this conference call will include forward looking statements within the meaning ...
High Roller Technologies, Inc.(ROLR) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-15 21:30
Financial Performance Overview - High Roller Technologies reported total revenue of $6.8 million for Q1 2025, reflecting a 4% increase compared to the same period last year, with a gross win margin of 4.8%, up by 4.3% year-over-year [4] - The net loss for the quarter was approximately $3.3 million, with a net loss ratio of $0.39, which is 50% greater than the previous corresponding period [4] - The operating loss increased compared to the previous corresponding period, primarily due to a marketing overspend of approximately $4.1 million, a 50% increase from the previous year [5] Business Lines and Market Data - The affiliate brand Casino Room contributed nearly $1.6 million in revenue during Q1 2025, maintaining an affiliate-only model in emerging and non-core markets [15] - The company added over 750 new games to its casino library, bringing the total to over 5,300 games from more than 90 providers [6] - High Roller added 30,000 new active depositing customers, representing a 34% increase from the previous corresponding period [7] Strategic Direction and Market Focus - The company is focusing on high-potential regulated markets, specifically targeting Finland, Ontario, and Alberta for future expansion [9][10] - High Roller has submitted its initial licensing application to Ontario, which is one of the largest regulated markets globally, with a total addressable market opportunity of nearly $2.5 billion annually [11] - Alberta has passed legislation to establish a framework for online gaming, which aligns with High Roller’s strategic focus on regulated markets [12] Management Commentary on Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the future, highlighting the strategic organizational and operational realignment plan aimed at focusing on high-potential markets [5][9] - The company expects cash flow and margins to increase in the second half of 2025 as it reallocates capital to growth market opportunities [6] - Management emphasized the importance of partnerships, particularly with Spike Up Media, to drive customer acquisition and enhance marketing effectiveness [19] Other Important Information - The company is undergoing a brand identity refresh in anticipation of its regulated market expansion [6] - A strategic advisory board has been established to assist with the transition and optimization of operations [5] Q&A Session Summary Question: Future market expansion beyond mentioned markets - Management indicated excitement about future market expansion, leveraging industry connections and data insights to make strategic decisions [26][27] Question: Plans to add sports betting - Management confirmed that while the primary focus is on casino operations, they plan to add sports betting as a secondary revenue stream when it becomes relevant [28][29] Question: Impact of organizational operation agreement plan - Management noted positive outcomes from the strategic initiatives, with expectations for growth in regulated markets like Ontario and Finland [30][31] Question: Concerns about capital and potential capital raise - Management reassured that current capital is expected to sustain operations through the year without the need for an additional capital raise [38]