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Bloomberg· 2025-11-13 04:50
Flutter Entertainment, parent of the FanDuel sports-betting app, has surrendered its license to operate in Nevada, according to the state’s Gaming Control Board https://t.co/Qunj2KzWLm ...
FanDuel Predicts will be live in December, says Flutter Entertainment CEO
CNBC Television· 2025-11-13 00:55
Prediction Market Partnership - FanDuel predicts 将于 12 月上线,为无法访问 FanDuel 体育博彩的美国用户提供体育产品 [3] - FanDuel 与 CME 合作,在 FanDuel 没有体育博彩许可证的州提供体育产品 [5] - 预测市场受 CFTC 监管 [5] Company Strategy - FanDuel 正在扩展到预测市场,为用户提供更多体育产品 [3][5] - FanDuel 预测应用程序将于 12 月上线 [3][5] Industry Perspective - CME 被认为是此类活动的首要仲裁者,与 CME 的合作使预测市场合法化 [1] - Bet Fair 交易所已在英国、意大利和世界其他市场运营 20 年 [2]
Flutter Entertainment(FLUT) - 2025 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-11-12 22:30
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Group revenue increased by 17% year-over-year, while adjusted EBITDA grew by 6% in Q3 2025 [5][19] - The company reported a net loss of $789 million for the quarter, compared to a loss of $114 million in the prior year, primarily due to a non-cash impairment charge of $556 million related to regulatory changes in India [18][19] - Adjusted earnings per share grew by 29%, while loss per share increased to $3.91 from $0.58 in Q3 2024 [18] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In the US, revenue was up 9%, driven by exceptional iGaming growth of 44%, while sportsbook revenue declined by 5% [18] - International revenue increased by 21% year-over-year, with acquisitions contributing 18 percentage points to this growth [19] - iGaming performance showed strong organic growth of 10%, particularly in Turkey and Italy [12][19] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Average monthly players engaging with products exceeded 14 million, contributing to revenue growth [5] - The company maintained a 47% market share in net gaming revenue (NGR) in September, despite competitive pressures [11][30] - The international division's revenue reached $2.4 billion, reflecting a 21% increase, with strong performance in Turkey and Italy [19] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is strategically positioning FanDuel to capture emerging prediction markets with the launch of FanDuel Predicts in December [6][17] - The focus remains on state-regulated sports betting and iGaming as the most valuable long-term opportunities in the US [8] - The company plans to invest significantly in FanDuel Predicts, anticipating an incremental EBITDA cost of $40-$50 million in Q4 2025 and $200-$300 million in 2026 [23][24] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the underlying business performance despite a reduction in full-year guidance due to customer-friendly sports results [5][21] - The competitive landscape has seen heightened generosity from competitors, impacting initial NFL season performance, but management remains optimistic about long-term growth [11][30] - The company is closely monitoring the regulatory environment in India and remains engaged with policymakers regarding potential gaming tax increases in the UK [15][16][60] Other Important Information - The company completed share repurchases totaling $225 million in Q3 and plans to continue the program into 2026, with a commitment to return $5 billion over the coming years [20][21] - The integration of recent acquisitions is progressing well, with a focus on delivering synergies and enhancing the iGaming proposition [13][14] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you elaborate on the planned investment for FanDuel Predicts? - Management expressed excitement about the product and emphasized a disciplined approach to customer acquisition, monitoring CAC to LTV dynamics closely [25][26] Question: How widespread was the competitive generosity seen at the start of the NFL season? - Management noted that while there was heightened generosity, they maintained a disciplined investment posture and were pleased with their market share performance [30][31] Question: What is the outlook for trading in September and into Q4 in the US? - Management reported strong momentum into Q4, with double-digit handle growth and a positive start to the NBA season [30][31] Question: Can you provide insights on the prediction markets and regulatory engagement? - Management highlighted extensive engagement with stakeholders and optimism about accelerating state legalization of sports betting [34][35] Question: How do you view the competitive landscape with new partnerships like ESPN and DraftKings? - Management acknowledged the competitive dynamics but emphasized their strong product offering and successful partnerships, particularly with Amazon [56]
FanDuel Follows DraftKings Into Prediction Markets
Barrons· 2025-11-12 22:06
Group 1 - The sports betting firm is launching a stand-alone prediction market app called FanDuel Predicts [1] - The app is being developed in partnership with CME Group [1]
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TylerD 🧙‍♂️· 2025-11-12 21:59
Notable aspect of the announcementThe sports markets are clearly just a temporary solution to offer sports betting in states where it is currently bannedFanDuel says they'll remove sports markets in those states once traditional sports betting is legalized https://t.co/e6bAy3MhL7 ...
PrizePicks CEO Mike Ybarra on Polymarket partnership, sports betting vs. prediction markets
CNBC Television· 2025-11-11 13:04
Mike Ybarra, PrizePicks CEO, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss the company's partnership with Polymarket, the distinction between online sports betting vs. prediction markets, impact of sports betting scandals, future of prediction markets, and more. ...
PENN Q3 Deep Dive: Digital Realignment, ESPN Exit, and Omnichannel Strategy Take Center Stage
Yahoo Finance· 2025-11-08 15:20
Core Insights - PENN Entertainment reported Q3 CY2025 revenue of $1.72 billion, a 4.8% year-on-year increase, but fell short of analyst expectations of $1.73 billion, resulting in a 0.6% miss [5] - The company experienced a non-GAAP loss of $0.22 per share, significantly below the consensus estimate of a loss of $0.03 [5] - Adjusted EBITDA was reported at $194.9 million, missing analyst expectations of $385.2 million, reflecting an 11.3% margin and a 49.4% miss [5] Management Commentary - Management attributed the underperformance to challenges in digital operations, particularly lower-than-expected online sports betting volumes and customer-friendly game outcomes [3] - The early termination of the ESPN partnership was noted, with management stating it was necessary to realign interactive focus and enhance connectivity across the ecosystem [3][4] - The transition to a unified digital brand strategy is expected to improve efficiency and profitability, with a focus on cross-selling between digital and land-based assets [3] Strategic Changes - PENN announced the early conclusion of its ESPN marketing agreement due to insufficient competitive scale for ESPN Bet, reallocating resources to higher-return segments [6] - The company is shifting its digital focus to theScore Bet, leveraging its established presence in Canada and North America, with a seamless customer transition planned [6] - The North American iCasino business achieved a record quarterly gaming revenue, with a 40% year-over-year improvement attributed to increased cross-sell from sports betting [6] Operational Insights - The core regional casino business showed stable demand, particularly in markets without new competition, with new property openings contributing to customer reactivation [7] - Increased marketing and labor expenses in competitive markets led to temporary margin compression, but management expects these pressures to normalize as promotional activities stabilize [7]
DraftKings Q3 Sports Betting Results Disappoint Analyst: 'No Way To Describe
Benzinga· 2025-11-07 19:31
Core Insights - DraftKings Inc reported mixed results for Q3, with significant challenges in sports betting performance [1][3] - The company missed sports revenue expectations by 16%, while iGaming revenue increased by 25% year-over-year [4] Financial Performance - Sports betting results were described as "ugly," leading to lower EBITDA due to increased promotional spending [3] - DraftKings lowered its full-year guidance for revenue and EBITDA following the quarterly results [4] Market Outlook - Potential positives include a new deal with ESPN and the launch of a new prediction market, which could improve future performance [5] - Increased betting handle trends for NFL and NBA seasons are also seen as positive indicators [5] Stock Performance - DraftKings stock rose by 4.79% on Friday, despite hitting new 52-week lows of $26.23 earlier in the session [5] - The stock is down 22% year-to-date in 2025 [5]
Why it could be harder to find a job if you get laid off, DraftKings CEO on sports betting, earnings
Yahoo Finance· 2025-11-07 18:04
Market Catalysts anchor Julie Hyman breaks down the latest financial news for November 7, 2025. Betsey Stevenson, University of Michigan Professor of Public Policy, discusses conflicting jobs data amid the government shutdown, the weakening labor market, and why it could be harder to find a job now if you get laid off. DraftKings CEO Jason Robins discusses sports betting, the company's weaker-than-expected third quarter earnings report, and why the company cut its revenue forecast. For more Market Catalyts, ...
DraftKings CEO Talks ESPN Partnership, Prediction Market
Bloomberg Television· 2025-11-07 17:18
It's an interesting partnership, and I think that's where we should start. How much does this move the needle for you. You know, we've talked in the past on this program, Jason, with you about the integration of the live sports event and the broadcast with the betting activity.Your big picture goal with this deal. Well, first of all, ESPN is a, you know, iconic brand. It's, you know, by far the biggest name in sports in the United States.And they have an incredible portfolio, an unmatched portfolio of sport ...