Churchill Downs (NasdaqGS:CHDN) Q4 2025 Earnings call February 26, 2026 09:00 AM ET Company ParticipantsBill Carstanjen - CEODan Politzer - Executive Director, Equity Research – Gaming and LodgingMarcia Dall - EVP and CFOSam Ulrich - Vice President of Investor RelationsConference Call ParticipantsBarry Jonas - Managing Director and Senior Gaming Equity AnalystBrandt Montour - AnalystChad Beynon - AnalystDaniel Gugliemo - Consumer Equity Research AnalystDavid Katz - Managing Director and Senior Equity Analys ...

Churchill Downs (NasdaqGS:CHDN) Q4 2025 Earnings call February 26, 2026 09:00 AM ET Company ParticipantsDan Politzer - Executive Director, Equity Research – Gaming and LodgingMarcia A. Dall - EVP and CFOSam Ullrich - VP, Investor RelationsWilliam C. Carstanjen - CEOConference Call ParticipantsBarry Jonas - Managing Director and Senior Gaming Equity AnalystBrandt Montour - AnalystChad Beynon - AnalystDaniel Guglielmo - Consumer Equity Research AnalystDavid Katz - Managing Director and Senior Equity AnalystJe ...

$40-45 Million Investment Provides World-Class Entertainment While Supporting Funding for the Oak Grove Race MeetLOUISVILLE, Ky., Feb. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Churchill Downs Incorporated (“CDI” or “the Company”) (Nasdaq: CHDN) announced the grand opening of Marshall Yards Racing & Gaming (“Marshall Yards”) to the public on February 25, 2026, the Company’s eighth premier historical horse racing entertainment venue in Kentucky. The 23,000 square foot venue in Calvert City, Kentucky features 225 state-of ...

Core Insights - Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI) announced the 152 Spring Meet and Derby Week will take place from April 25 to June 28, 2026, featuring 44 racing days, with Derby Week running from April 25 to May 2, 2026 [1][2] Event Highlights - The 152 Kentucky Derby will be held on May 2, 2026, marking the first Sunday racing during Derby Week since 2010, with various themed events planned throughout the week [2][5] - The Kentucky Oaks will take place for the first time in primetime on May 1, 2026, with a purse of $1.5 million, while the Kentucky Derby will feature a $5 million purse [5] Venue Information - Churchill Downs Racetrack, located in Louisville, spans 175 acres and includes a one-mile dirt track and a 7/8-mile turf track, accommodating approximately 60,000 guests and 1,400 horses [4]

Core Viewpoint - Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI) will release its fourth quarter and full year 2025 financial results on February 25, 2026, after market close, followed by a conference call on February 26, 2026, at 9 a.m. ET to discuss the results [1]. Group 1 - The financial results announcement will be accessible through a real-time webcast and participants are encouraged to register in advance for the teleconference [2]. - A replay of the conference call will be available online by noon ET on February 26, 2026 [2]. - A copy of the news release detailing the quarterly results and relevant financial information will be available on the company's website [3]. Group 2 - Churchill Downs Incorporated has a history of over 150 years in creating entertainment experiences, starting with the Kentucky Derby [4]. - The company is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, and has expanded through various means including acquisitions and the operation of racing entertainment venues and casino gaming properties [4].

Company Highlights - Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI) reported record third quarter net revenue of $683.0 million, an increase of $54.5 million or 9% compared to the previous year [6] - Net income attributable to CDI was $38.1 million, down $27.3 million or 42% due to a one-time, non-cash impairment [6][18] - Adjusted net income attributable to CDI increased to $77.1 million, up $5.0 million or 7% [6][37] - Adjusted EBITDA reached a record $262.3 million, an increase of $27.0 million or 11% [6][37] Consolidated Results - Net revenue for the third quarter of 2025 was $683.0 million compared to $628.5 million in 2024 [3] - Net income attributable to CDI was $38.1 million in 2025 versus $65.4 million in 2024 [3][18] - Diluted EPS attributable to CDI decreased to $0.54 from $0.86 [3] - Adjusted net income attributable to CDI was $77.1 million, up from $72.1 million [3] - Adjusted EBITDA increased to $262.3 million from $235.3 million [3] Segment Results Live and Historical Racing - Revenue increased to $305.7 million in Q3 2025 from $252.4 million in Q3 2024 [5] - Adjusted EBITDA rose to $116.4 million from $93.0 million [5] Wagering Services and Solutions - Revenue increased to $127.2 million from $118.7 million [9] - Adjusted EBITDA increased to $46.0 million from $42.5 million [9] Gaming - Revenue decreased to $265.5 million from $270.3 million [11] - Adjusted EBITDA remained consistent at $123.3 million [12] Capital Management - The company repurchased 515,527 shares at a total cost of $53.5 million during Q3 2025 [15] - The Board of Directors approved a $0.438 per share dividend, marking the fifteenth consecutive year of increased dividends [16] Tax Impact - The enactment of H.R. 1 in July 2025 is expected to significantly reduce the company's cash tax expense due to reinstated bonus depreciation rules and interest expense deduction limitations [17]

Core Points - Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI) will release its third quarter 2025 financial results after market close on October 22, 2025 [1] - A conference call to discuss the quarterly results will take place on October 23, 2025, at 8 a.m. ET [1] - Investors can access the call via an online webcast or by registering for a teleconference [2] - An online replay of the call will be available by noon ET on October 23, 2025 [2] - A news release with financial and statistical information will be accessible on the company's website [3] Company Overview - Churchill Downs Incorporated has been providing entertainment experiences for over 150 years, starting with the Kentucky Derby [4] - The company is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, and has expanded through acquisitions and operations in live and historical racing, online wagering, and regional casino gaming [4]

Core Points - NBC Sports will present the Kentucky Oaks in primetime for the first time on May 1, 2026, at 8 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock, enhancing the event's visibility and audience reach [2][3] - The Kentucky Derby, America's oldest major sporting event, will take place on May 2, 2026, and the previous year's event was the most-watched since 1989, peaking at 21.8 million viewers [3] - Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI) has extended its partnership with NBC Sports, making NBC the longest-running broadcaster of the Kentucky Derby, covering 32 editions from 2001 to 2032 [4] Company Overview - Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI) has been creating entertainment experiences for over 150 years, with a focus on the Kentucky Derby and expansion into live racing, online wagering, and casino gaming [5]

Company Highlights - Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI) reported record net revenue of $934.4 million for Q2 2025, an increase of $43.7 million or 5% compared to Q2 2024 [6] - Net income attributable to CDI was $216.9 million, up $7.6 million or 4% year-over-year [6] - Diluted earnings per share (EPS) increased to $2.99 from $2.79 in the prior year [6] - Adjusted EBITDA reached an all-time high of $450.9 million, up $6.1 million or 1% from the previous year [6] Segment Results Live and Historical Racing - Revenue for this segment was $540.9 million in Q2 2025, up from $490.2 million in Q2 2024, reflecting a $50.7 million increase [5] - Adjusted EBITDA for Live and Historical Racing increased to $296.5 million from $279.2 million [5] Wagering Services and Solutions - Revenue increased to $168.4 million in Q2 2025 from $159.9 million in Q2 2024, a rise of $8.5 million [9] - Adjusted EBITDA for this segment rose to $48.0 million from $46.2 million [9] Gaming - Revenue decreased to $266.3 million in Q2 2025 from $274.4 million in Q2 2024, a decline of $8.1 million [11] - Adjusted EBITDA for Gaming fell to $127.3 million from $140.7 million [11] All Other - Revenue increased to $2.3 million in Q2 2025 from $1.9 million in Q2 2024 [13] - Adjusted EBITDA improved slightly to -$20.9 million from -$21.3 million [13] Capital Management - The company repurchased 2,565,964 shares at a total cost of $250.4 million during Q2 2025 [14] - As of June 30, 2025, approximately $184.2 million of repurchase authority remained under the 2025 Stock Repurchase Program [14] Subsequent Events - CDI announced the acquisition of 90% of Casino Salem in New Hampshire for $180 million, which will include the development of a charitable gaming and entertainment destination [16] - A new $500 million stock repurchase program was approved by the Board of Directors on July 22, 2025 [17] Financial Position - As of June 30, 2025, total assets were $7,375.7 million, up from $7,275.9 million at the end of 2024 [33] - Total liabilities increased to $6,311.6 million from $6,172.6 million [33]

Core Points - Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI) will release its second quarter 2025 financial results on July 23, 2025, after market close [1] - A conference call to discuss the quarterly results will take place on July 24, 2025, at 9 a.m. ET [1] - Investors can access the call via an online webcast or by registering for a teleconference [2] - An online replay of the call will be available by noon ET on July 24, 2025 [2] - A news release with financial and statistical information will be accessible on CDI's website [3] Company Overview - Churchill Downs Incorporated has been providing entertainment experiences for over 150 years, starting with the Kentucky Derby [4] - The company is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, and has expanded through acquisitions and operations in live racing, online wagering, and regional casino gaming [4]