BETMGM Q1 2026 BUSINESS UPDATE
Q1 profitable growth reflects continuing execution of strategy
- Q1 performance reflects continued successful execution of refined player management strategy, delivering robust iGaming growth alongside softer
Online Sports growth including player friendly sports results- Net Revenue of
$696 million , +6% YoY - iGaming Net Revenue +9% YoY and Online Sports Net Revenue +4% YoY
- Adjusted EBITDA of
$25 million , +11% YoY
- Net Revenue of
- FY 2026 guidance: BetMGM maintains focus on its areas of strength and delivering profitable and sustainable growth with guidance updated to reflect year-to-date performance and revised outlook expectations
- Continue to expect FY 2026 Adjusted EBITDA between
$300-$350 million , albeit towards lower end of the range, while Net Revenue now expected to be between$2.9-$3.1 billion
- Continue to expect FY 2026 Adjusted EBITDA between
"Although it has been a steady start to the year, BetMGM is delivering on our strategic plan, carrying forward the initiatives that drove our transformation in 2025. We are generating sustainable, profitable growth and paying cash to our parent companies. Our iGaming business is growing at scale, and our
Q1 2026 Key Financial Highlights
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Net Revenue |
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iGaming |
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+9 % |
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+4 % |
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Handle 4 |
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+3 % |
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GGR Hold % |
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8.8 % |
8.2 % |
+60bps |
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NGR Hold % |
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4.8 % |
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(43 %) |
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Total Net Revenue |
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+6 % |
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Adjusted EBITDA |
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+11 % |
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Financial Highlights 1
- Q1 Net Revenue of
$696 million , +6% YoY- iGaming Net Revenue +9% YoY with player engagement momentum underpinned by the strength of our product offering
- Online Sports Net Revenue +4% YoY, impacted by player friendly sports outcomes and increased promotional generosity aligned with heightened competitive environment
- Average Monthly Actives -9% YoY5, as expected, reflecting disciplined acquisition and ongoing player management
- Q1 Adjusted EBITDA of
$25 million (+11% YoY), with both iGaming andOnline Sports delivering positive Contribution- First payment of Parent Fees of
$3 million toEntain andMGM Resorts accrued in Q110
- First payment of Parent Fees of
- Podium position with 13% GGR market share in active markets, including iGaming (20%) and
Online Sports (7%)6,7
Operational Highlights
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Market-leading iGaming offering
- Leading iGaming offering supported by ongoing refinement of player management delivering consistent growth in engagement metrics
- Q1 NGR per Active +12% YoY8
- Q1 Average Monthly Actives -3% YoY5
- Continued focus on best-in-class and exclusive content providing players with exciting and differentiated experiences
- Exclusive access to all Gold Blitz titles before launching to the wider market with new Games Global partnership
- New and exclusive titles from leading franchises, including Survivor, celebrating the show's 50th anniversary season
- Enhancing cross-sell initiatives with sports-branded games and increased showcasing of promotions in our multi-product states
- Leading iGaming offering supported by ongoing refinement of player management delivering consistent growth in engagement metrics
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Focused approach to Sports, including in
Nevada , continues- Disciplined acquisition and player management strategy in
Online Sports focused on premium mass player audience supports healthy underlying KPIs- Q1 Handle per Active +23% YoY8
- Q1 NGR per Active +25% YoY8
- Q1 Average Monthly Actives -16% YoY5
- Q1 Handle +11% YoY9 in
Nevada , demonstrating continued execution of strategic and competitive advantage
- Disciplined acquisition and player management strategy in
Outlook
- Reflecting year-to-date performance and revised outlook expectations for the remainder of 2026, BetMGM now expects FY 2026 Net Revenue of
$2.9-$3.1 billion (previously$3.1-$3.2 billion ) while maintaining existing Adjusted EBITDA guidance albeit towards the lower end of$300-$350 million range- Updated guidance reflects moderated top line growth expectations, continuing operational efficiencies and disciplined strategic investment focused on its areas of strength, to support growth in outer years
- Exciting opportunities ahead include leaning further into iGaming, multi-product states, winning in
Nevada ,World Cup activations, launching inAlberta , and servicing our premium mass sports players
- As previously stated, total cash to parents in 2026 will comprise Parent Fees10 and excess cash above BetMGM's minimum unrestricted cash requirement of
$100-$125 million 11. Adjusted EBITDA less CapEx is a reasonable proxy for total cash to parents - BetMGM remains on its pathway to delivering
$500 million of Adjusted EBITDA in FY 2027
Q1 2026 Results Audio Webcast and Q&A
- An audio webcast call will be held today,
Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at9:00am EST (2:00pm UK ), with participants able to join via webcast- Live audio webcast registration link: BetMGM Q1 2026 Audio Webcast
- After the opening remarks, there will be a 30 minute Q&A session for analysts and investors
- Those wishing to ask a question should use the dial ins below and register via the following link: Investor Registration for Q&A
US Toll free + 1 888 500 3691
US + 1 646 307 1951UK Toll free +44 800 358 0970
UK +44 20 3433 3846
International dial-in numbers
- Those wishing to ask a question should use the dial ins below and register via the following link: Investor Registration for Q&A
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1: Net Revenue, Contribution, and Adjusted EBITDA are based on how management analyzes the performance of the business, which are not prepared in accordance with GAAP. Adjusted EBITDA reflects the impact of employee long-term incentive compensation programs and represents EBITDA prior to deducting Parent Fees. Refer to "Non-GAAP Financial Information" section below for additional detail. |
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2: BetMGM's independent registered public accounting firm has not audited, reviewed or performed any procedures with respect to these estimates. During the course of the preparation of BetMGM's audited financial statements, BetMGM and its auditors may identify items that would require material adjustments to these estimates. As a result, these estimates constitute forward-looking statements and, therefore, investors are cautioned that they are subject to risks and uncertainties, including possible adjustments. |
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3: Totals may not sum due to rounding. |
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4: Handle reflects the total |
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5: Average Monthly Actives are equal to the average of unique monthly actives over the period, regardless of product played; monthly actives include players that place 1+ bets within the month. |
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6: BetMGM operates iGaming and Online Sports Betting in five markets and Sports Betting only (combined online and retail) in 25 markets. |
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7: Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) market share consists of trailing three months |
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8: Handle and NGR per Active are equal to each respective metric over the period divided by the sum of the total monthly actives during the same period. |
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9: Includes both |
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10: Parent Fees is the operating expense to BetMGM for the provision of certain licenses and services by affiliates of |
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11: Minimum unrestricted cash balance of |
Supplementary financial disclosures
BetMGM has updated its financial disclosure practices, aiming to provide investors with more comprehensive and transparent information regarding its financial position and operations. These enhanced disclosures will include a more granular breakdown across different segments to provide greater insight into performance drivers.
Forward-looking statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, which involve substantial risks and/or uncertainties, including those described in the
Non-GAAP Financial Information
In this press release we provide certain financial measures, including Net Revenue from operations, Contribution, EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA, which have not been prepared in accordance with GAAP. BetMGM believes these measures, which it uses for its own analysis of operations, are useful to supplement the results presented in accordance with GAAP. These non-GAAP financial measures, which may not be comparable to other similarly titled measures presented by other companies, should not be considered a substitute for, or superior to, the financial information prepared in accordance with GAAP. BetMGM defines Net Revenue from operations as revenue, adjusted to reflect revenue related to certain operations on a gross basis, primarily related to the Company's
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