Brightstar Lottery wrapped up the third quarter on a solid note. Revenue and earnings both moved higher, supported by strong game performance and leaner operations. Brightstar Q3 2025 results also reflected the benefits of the company’s sharper focus on its core lottery business after the gaming division sale earlier this year.

  • Brightstar reported USD 629 million (ca. EUR 547 million) in revenue for the quarter, a 7% increase from last year. Adjusted EBITDA rose 11% to USD 294 million (ca. EUR 256 million),  while net income from continuing operations came in at USD 95 million (ca. EUR 83 million), compared with a loss a year ago. The company said improved margins were helped by steady sales growth and tighter cost control.

  • Same-store sales rose 7.9% worldwide, driven by a spike in U.S. multi-state jackpots and solid gains in Italy. The USD 1.8 billion (ca. EUR 1.6 billion) Powerball jackpot boosted U.S. multi-state sales by 69%, while Italy recorded a 6% rise. Instant ticket and draw-based games were up nearly 4%, showing consistent demand across key categories.

  • CEO Vince Sadusky said Brightstar “hit important milestones” in the quarter and completed its shift to a pure-play lottery company. He added that the business is now better positioned to deliver growth and efficiency over the long term. The Brightstar Q3 2025 results also underscored a clear focus on capital discipline and shareholder returns.

  • The company ended the quarter with USD 3.2 billion (ca. EUR 2.8 billion) in total liquidity, including USD 1.6 billion (ca. EUR 1.4 billion) in cash, and a net debt leverage ratio of 2.3x. It raised its quarterly dividend by 10% to USD 0.22 (ca. EUR 0.19) per share and has returned almost USD 1 billion (ca. EUR 870 million) to shareholders this year through dividends and buybacks. Management said maintaining a strong balance sheet remains a priority.

  • Brightstar reaffirmed its 2025 forecast of roughly USD 2.5 billion (ca. EUR 2.2 billion) in revenue and USD 1.1 billion (ca. EUR 957 million) in adjusted EBITDA. It also introduced 2028 targets of USD 2.75 billion (ca. EUR 2.4 billion) in revenue and USD 1.3 billion (ca. EUR 1.1 billion) EBITDA, supported by ongoing cost savings under its OPtiMa program and steady investment in technology and operations.

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