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BETMGM 1Q 2025 BUSINESS UPDATE
Prnewswire· 2025-04-28 11:00
Core Insights - BetMGM has reported a strong start to 2025, with confidence in achieving positive EBITDA for the full year, supported by solid underlying activity trends and successful execution of its strategic plan [2][6][10] Financial Performance - In Q1 2025, BetMGM's total net revenue reached $657 million, a 34% increase year-over-year, driven by significant growth in both iGaming and Online Sports [4][7] - iGaming revenue was $443 million, up 27% year-over-year, while Online Sports revenue surged to $194 million, reflecting a 68% increase [4][6] - The handle for Online Sports increased by 29% year-over-year, reaching $4,088 million [4][7] - EBITDA for Q1 2025 was $22 million, a substantial improvement of $154 million compared to the same quarter in the previous year [4][7] Operational Highlights - BetMGM's average monthly active users increased by 6% year-over-year to 1,067 thousand, indicating strong player engagement [4][7] - The company achieved a 110 basis points improvement in net gaming revenue (NGR) margin year-over-year [4][10] - Active player days rose by 39% year-over-year, driven by unique content across real-money and free-to-play games [10] Strategic Outlook - BetMGM reaffirms its expectations for FY 2025 to be EBITDA positive, with net revenue guidance set between $2.4 billion and $2.5 billion [10] - The company anticipates Online Sports to be contribution positive for FY 2025 and aims for $500 million EBITDA in the coming years [10]
Meridianbet (GMGI) Highlights 2024 Achievements Ahead of Full ESG Report Release
Newsfile· 2025-04-22 16:57
Core Insights - Meridianbet, a leading global sports betting and iGaming operator, has highlighted its key ESG milestones for 2024, emphasizing community engagement, technology-driven operations, and resource discipline [1][7]. Group 1: ESG Achievements - The company executed 293 CSR campaigns across 25 markets in 2024, focusing on healthcare, education, and amateur sports, demonstrating its long-term commitment to community presence [7]. - Meridianbet's integration into the Golden Matrix Group (NASDAQ: GMGI) has facilitated disciplined growth, achieving a record organic revenue of $159.7 million (non-GAAP) [7]. Group 2: Technology and Operations - The company has strengthened its technology-driven moat through proprietary platforms and AI-powered product innovation, positioning itself within the global 5% tech ownership club, a rare achievement in the gaming industry [7]. - Meridianbet operates in 18 jurisdictions across Europe, Africa, and South America, utilizing a scalable business model that supports multiple countries and currencies through an omni-channel approach [4].
Meridianbet (Golden Matrix) Highlights 2024 Achievements Ahead of Full ESG Report Release
Newsfilter· 2025-04-22 16:01
Core Insights - Meridianbet, a leading global sports betting and iGaming operator, has achieved significant ESG milestones in 2024, focusing on community engagement, technology-driven operations, and resource efficiency [1][2][4] - The company reported $151.1 million in FY24 GAAP revenue and $159.7 million in organic revenue, driven by its core operations [2] ESG Highlights - Meridianbet executed nearly 300 CSR actions across 25 markets, focusing on healthcare, education, sports development, and local institution support [6] - The company maintains a strong governance structure with over 60% of managerial positions held by women, reflecting its commitment to diversity [6] - Meridianbet's public uplisting as part of Golden Matrix Group's NASDAQ structure enhances transparency and investor access [4] Community Engagement - The company has partnered with Crvena Zvezda, integrating its logo with the elite Euroleague basketball club [6] - Initiatives include a global book donation campaign and the "Scan. Help." campaign to fund essential equipment for maternity hospitals [6] - The rollout of the Meridian Donate platform across LATAM and Africa allows users to support verified NGOs directly [6] Operational Efficiency - Energy usage has been reduced through digitalization and infrastructure upgrades [6] - Meridianbet is a member of the "5% Club," developing and maintaining its entire technology stack in-house [6]
MGM Resorts International and Entain Notice of BetMGM 1Q 2025 Business Update and Conference Call
Prnewswire· 2025-04-17 11:00
LAS VEGAS, April 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- BetMGM LLC ("BetMGM"), one of the leading sports betting and iGaming operators across the U.S., jointly owned by MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) ("MGM Resorts") and Entain plc (LSE: ENT) ("Entain") will release a business update for the period January 1 – March 31 2025 ("1Q") on Monday April 28 2025 at 7:00am ET / 4:00am PT (12:00pm UK).BetMGM management will host a conference call including Q&A at 9:00am ET / 6:00am PT (2:00pm UK). Details to join the audio w ...
Meet the Unstoppable Growth Stock That Got Paid $225 Million to Buy Another Company
The Motley Fool· 2025-04-06 12:02
Core Insights - The global sports betting market is expected to grow at a double-digit rate annually through 2030 and beyond, leading to increased advertising spending by sportsbooks [1][2] - Sportradar is positioned as a less risky investment in the sports betting industry by providing critical data and betting services to sportsbooks and media partners [4][6] Industry Overview - The sports betting industry is highly competitive with thin profit margins, making it challenging for sportsbooks to achieve profitability [2] - Sportradar connects with over 800 betting operators, 900 media companies, and 400 sports leagues, making it a leading platform in sports data and content solutions [6] Company Developments - Sportradar recently received $225 million to acquire a sports betting company, enhancing its growth potential [4][12] - The acquisition of IMG Arena from Endeavor, which involved receiving $125 million in cash and $100 million in pre-payments, is expected to significantly boost Sportradar's content library and revenue growth [8][10] Financial Performance - Management anticipates that the IMG Arena deal will be accretive to adjusted EBITDA margins and will increase revenue growth guidance from 15% to the upper 20% range for 2025 [11] - Sportradar's top 200 clients have a net revenue retention rate of 127%, indicating strong customer loyalty and value in its services [14] Investment Potential - The rising cash return on invested capital (ROIC) suggests that Sportradar can effectively monetize new sports rights, which is a positive indicator for future growth [15] - Despite a high price-to-free-cash-flow (P/FCF) ratio of 52, Sportradar's leadership position, growth potential, and improving margins may justify this valuation [16]
Super Group(SGHC) - 2024 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-02-25 14:30
Super Group (SGHC) Q4 2024 Earnings Call February 25, 2025 08:30 AM ET Company Participants Brett Milotte - Managing Director - Global Media, Sports & EntertainmentNeal Menashe - Chief Executive OfficerAlinda Van Wyk - CFO & DirectorJed Kelly - Managing Director - Equity ResearchRichard Hasson - President, COO & Director Conference Call Participants Mike Hickey - Equity Research AnalystJason Tilchen - Director & Senior Equity research AnalystBernie Mcternan - Senior Research Analyst Operator Good day, and w ...