• Group like-for-like net gaming revenue came in at GBP 205.4m (ca. EUR 236m) for Q3, up 5% year-on-year. Year-to-date revenue reached GBP 625.2m (ca. EUR 718m), marking a 6% increase. Digital revenue rose 4%, compared to 6% growth from venues, showing a slightly slower pace online.
• Rank Group digital revenue in the UK increased by 2% during the quarter. The company said this reflects actions taken to offset the impact of higher Remote Gaming Duty. Cost reductions across marketing, suppliers and headcount also supported the segment.
• International digital performance was stronger, with revenue up 14% on a like-for-like basis. This growth was linked to ongoing platform improvements and changes to the customer proposition. The international segment continues to be the main driver of online expansion.
• Offline revenue reached a combined GBP 144.5m (ca. EUR 166m) in Q3, driven mainly by gaming machines across three venues with machine performance a key contributor to growth. The land-based segment benefited from increased machine play, which supported overall revenue gains during the quarter.
• Rank Group said it expects full-year underlying operating profit of at least GBP 68m (ca. EUR 78m). Interim CEO Richard Harris said: “It was pleasing to see continued revenue growth across all businesses and strong profit conversion in Q3.” The company expects further revenue growth in Q4, with digital remaining a core part of the overall mix.

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• Entain reported group net gaming revenue (NGR) growth of 3% year-on-year for Q1 2026, supported by an 8% increase in volumes. Online performance was stronger, with NGR up 5% and volumes rising 10%. Gaming revenue grew 9%, while sports NGR declined 1% due to margin pressure.
• UK and Ireland delivered one of the strongest regional performances, with NGR up 6% overall and online growth reaching 13%. The company said this reflected ongoing market share gains across both betting and gaming. Retail performance in the region was slightly down by 1%.
• Australia also stood out in the quarter, posting 12% NGR growth and outperforming internal expectations. The market returned to positive momentum after previous periods of softer performance. Growth was supported by a 9% increase in volumes.
• International markets reported more modest growth, with NGR up 1% overall. Online operations grew 2%, but retail declined 4% amid continued margin pressure. Customer-friendly sports results, particularly in Brazil and Italy, weighed on performance.
• BetMGM, Entain’s US joint venture, posted revenue of USD 696m (ca. EUR 591m) for the quarter, up 6%. Growth was driven mainly by iGaming, which increased 9%, while online sports rose 4%. Adjusted EBITDA came in at USD 25m (ca. EUR 21m) for the period.

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• Total turnover came in at GBP 206.3m (ca. EUR 237m), with B2C gambling revenue making up GBP 185.1m (ca. EUR 213m) of that. That’s up from GBP 156.5m (ca. EUR 180m) a year earlier, pointing to steady growth in betting activity. It confirms that the core sportsbook and gaming offer remains central to the business.
• Other parts of the business play a smaller role in comparison. B2B advertising revenue reached GBP 19.1m (ca. EUR 22m), while software development contributed GBP 2.1m (ca. EUR 2.4m). Together, they add some diversification, but betting clearly dominates the mix.
• The UK and Ireland continue to account for most of the group’s revenue. The region generated GBP 175.6m (ca. EUR 202m) in 2025, well ahead of any other market. This shows just how dependent the business still is on its home territory.
• Revenue from the rest of Europe stood at GBP 16.3m (ca. EUR 18.7m). Meanwhile, markets outside Europe brought in GBP 14.4m (ca. EUR 16.5m). These numbers suggest international expansion is happening, but at a more gradual pace.
• The company said it is continuing to look at opportunities in new markets as part of its growth plans. “The Group continues to review opportunities in new markets,” the report noted. The Livescore financial results show that while expansion is ongoing, the UK will likely remain the main focus for now.

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Overview

• Average growth – On average, share prices analyzed decreased by -0.2% in the last week.
• “Winner” – The most significant leap in our sample of online gambling-focused companies was taken by Kambi with an increase of +12%, followed by Catena Media (+7%).
• “Loser” – Betsson had the worst weekly performance in our analysis with a change of -11%
• Comparison to the Nasdaq Composite – Compared to the development of the Nasdaq Composite (+4%), the average development of the online gambling industry looks “worse”.

Segment-specific developments

• Online-focused operators – The shares of online-focused operators included in the analysis saw, on average, a decrease of -2%; with Bet-at-Home (+4%) leading the ranking.
• Multi-channel operators – Among the multi-channel operators that also operate a relevant retail business, OPAP is the “winner” with +4% while the average share development was +0.4%.
• Suppliers – The shares of the suppliers included in the analysis saw, on average, an increase of +0.9%. The winner is Kambi with +12%.
• Affiliates – On average, affiliates’ shares saw an increase of +0.7% with Catena Media (+7%) leading and Gambling.com (-6%) coming last.

The share increase of Kambi

Kambi’s shares moved higher during that week after the company announced a new sportsbook partnership in the U.S., expanding its footprint in a key growth market. The deal was seen as a positive signal for future revenue potential, especially as Kambi continues to replace outgoing contracts with new partners.  That update appears to have reassured investors about the company’s medium-term outlook, supporting the share price over the period.

The decline of Betsson shares

Betsson’s share price came under pressure during that week after the company released a preliminary Q1 update on April 9 that disappointed investors. The update pointed to a drop in revenue and a sharp decline in profitability, mainly due to higher taxes, weaker performance in some regions, and ongoing investments in less profitable markets. That combination of softer earnings and margin pressure appears to have driven the negative sentiment in the stock over the period.

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• A YouGov poll commissioned by the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) found 65% of betting customers would be unwilling to provide documents such as bank statements or payslips. The BGC said this points to strong resistance to proposed affordability-style measures. It also argued the figure could prove higher once checks are applied in real customer journeys.
• The findings build on earlier Gambling Commission research released after a Freedom of Information request. That survey of more than 12,000 respondents showed 77% opposed financial risk checks, while only 14% of frequent bettors said they would share financial data. This group is considered among the most likely to be affected by the checks.
• The BGC said early trials have highlighted issues including inconsistent data, unclear outcomes and added friction for customers. Grainne Hurst, chief executive of the BGC, said: “Forcing punters to hand over bank statements isn’t ‘frictionless’, it’s intrusive and will drive customers to the illegal market.” She added that the results underline concerns around how financial risk checks may operate in practice.
• The trade body warned that stricter requirements could push customers towards unregulated operators. It said the regulated sector currently supports 109,000 jobs, contributes GBP 6.8bn (ca. EUR 7.1bn)  to the economy and generates GBP 4bn (ca. EUR 4.6bn) in tax. The BGC is calling for financial risk checks to remain targeted and proportionate to avoid wider market disruption.

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• Revenue came in at GBP 31.4m for 2025 (2024: GBP 28.5m).  Licensing revenue did most of the work here, rising 13% to GBP 27.6m and shaping the overall Gaming Realms results.
• Adjusted EBITDA reached GBP 15.0m, up 15% from GBP 13.1m in 2024.  Profit before tax edged up as well, increasing 5% to GBP 8.8m.
• Cash generation remained solid, with the group ending the year at GBP 17.8m, up from GBP 13.5m. The business continues to run without debt.  A GBP 6.0m share buyback was announced, with GBP 2.8m already completed during the year.
• On the operational side, Gaming Realms expanded both its content and its reach. It rolled out 12 new Slingo titles and signed deals with 40 new partners across multiple regions. North America stayed the biggest market, accounting for 63% of licensing revenue.
• CEO Mark Segal summed 2025 up: “This performance reflects the strength of our licensing-led strategy and the continued popularity of our Slingo portfolio across global iGaming markets.”
• The start of 2026 looks in line with that trend, with licensing revenue running 8% ahead of the same period last year. The company has already moved into markets like Peru, Nigeria, Ghana and Kenya, while continuing work on Alberta and Maine.

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Key insights of the Spring 2026 edition

• Current Business Climate: 29% of the experts consider the current climate as “good”.
• Revenue Growth YoY: In Q4/2025, Gaming Corps led revenue growth (YoY) with an increase of +94%; the avg. YoY growth in the quarter of all companies analysed was +16%.
• Revenue Growth QoQ: On average, revenues changed in Q4/2025 (compared to the previous quarter – QoQ) by +17%. Bally’s Interactive N. America (+87%) and DraftKings (+74%) are leading the QoQ ranking.
• Top region to grow – The LatAm online gambling market is seen as the market with the biggest growth potential.
•  Future Winners in Eastern Europe: Betano and Superbet take the top spots in Eastern Europe.
• Affiliate Marketing in Eastern Europe: Betano and Unibet are the top advertisers on affiliate websites in Eastern Europe.
• SEO Success: In the realm of SEO marketing in Eastern Europe, Fortuna leads for betting-related content, Fortuna holds the top spot for casino-related SEO.

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• Banijay said the addition of Tipico and the planned All3Media combination will reshape how the business is structured. On a proforma basis, the enlarged group would generate around RUR 7.4bn in revenue and EUR 1.6bn in adjusted EBITDA. Free cash flow is expected to come in at roughly EUR 1.2bn based on 2025 figures.
• The Banijay Tipico acquisition gives the group more weight in regulated European betting markets while gaming is expected to account for about 55% of adjusted EBITDA, excluding synergies. Over time, the deal is also projected to bring in around EUR 100m in synergies.
• In terms of growth, Banijay is targeting adjusted EBITDA to increase by more than 7% annually through to 2029. The gaming division is expected to grow faster, at close to 10% per year. Earnings per share are also forecast to rise at a double-digit pace.
• Cash remains a central part of the story while the group expects free cash flow conversion above 80% and is aiming to reduce leverage to around 2x by 2029. It has also pointed to a possible EUR 400m exceptional dividend once the All3Media deal is completed, subject to shareholder approval.
• CEO François Riahi said: “We are moving to a stronger, more powerful and cash-generative platform.” He added that Banijay sees a route to roughly EUR 10bn in revenue by 2029 through organic growth alone. The plan includes expanding further in betting and gaming while continuing to build out content and live experiences.

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• EGBA said fraudsters are using domain names that closely resemble licensed brands to mislead users. These sites copy logos and branding before asking for personal or payment details. The association noted that many domains reappear shortly after being taken down.
• The group also flagged illegal apps distributed through Google Play and Apple’s App Store. These apps can present gambling as casual gaming while falsely claiming to be licensed. EGBA said this tactic is now a common feature of online gambling fraud cases across several EU markets.
• Social media is another entry point, with ads directing users to offshore platforms. EGBA said these services operate outside EU rules and lack safeguards such as self-exclusion tools. This exposes players to financial loss and misuse of personal data.
• The association estimates offshore operators captured 27% of Europe’s online gambling GGR in 2025, around €18bn. It said fragmented national enforcement is struggling to contain the issue and called for coordinated EU action. Dr Ekaterina Hartmann from EGBA said: “We need coordinated EU-level action to ensure consumers and legitimate operators aren’t left fighting an uphill battle against fraud.”

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