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Gambling.com Group Reports First Quarter 2022 Financial Results
- 70% Revenue Growth with Record Revenue and Adjusted EBITDA
- Reiterates full year outlook revenue of $71-76 million and Adjusted EBITDA of $22-27 million in 2022
Gambling.com Group Limited (Nasdaq: GAMB) (“Gambling.com Group” or the “Company”), a multi-award-winning performance marketing company and a leading provider of digital marketing services active in the global online gambling industry, today announced its operating and financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2022.
“Our core business performed brilliantly in the quarter, driving record revenue and Adjusted EBITDA performance. This very strong underlying growth together with the acquisitions of RotoWire.com and BonusFinder.com, propelled Q1 2022 revenue 70% past our previous best quarter” said Charles Gillespie, Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder of Gambling.com Group, “Our current primary strategic objective is to rapidly grow our business in the U.S. market, which is exactly what we did in the quarter – while also delivering high margins despite the continuous investments in the business to position us for further U.S. growth. We continue to believe that the affiliate model offers American and international online gambling operators the most effective and reliable way to spend their marketing budgets, and we look forward to another record year for the Group.”
First Quarter 2022 vs. First Quarter 2021 Financial Highlights
(in thousands, USD, except per share data, unaudited)
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THREE MONTHS ENDED |
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2022 to 2021 |
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2022 |
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2021 |
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$ |
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% |
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Revenue |
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19,585 |
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11,517 |
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8,068 |
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70 |
% |
Adjusted EBITDA |
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7,187 |
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7,117 |
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70 |
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1 |
% |
Adjusted EBITDA margin |
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37 |
% |
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62 |
% |
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(25 |
)% |
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Cash flow from operations |
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3,586 |
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6,740 |
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(3,154 |
) |
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(47 |
)% |
Free cash flow |
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1,374 |
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6,397 |
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(5,023 |
) |
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(79 |
)% |
Net income for the period attributable to the |
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4,488 |
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4,466 |
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22 |
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0 |
% |
Net income per share for the period attributable to the |
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0.12 |
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0.14 |
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(0.02 |
) |
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(15 |
)% |
First Quarter 2022 Highlights
- North American revenue grew 544% to $10.6 million
- Delivered 67,000 new depositing customers
- Closed the acquisitions of RotoWire.com and BonusFinder.com
- Successful new market launches in New York and Louisiana
- Strong organic revenue growth led by North America, complemented by growth from acquisitions
- Strong start to the recently announced McClatchy media partnership
- Subsequent to quarter end, successful new launch in Ontario
Elias Mark, Chief Financial Officer of Gambling.com Group, added, “We saw our accelerated investments in the business during the second half of 2021 start to pay off, and grew revenue 70% to deliver the best quarterly performance in the Group’s history. The record performance was driven by exceptionally strong growth in North America, particularly in New York, and very solid results in the United Kingdom and Ireland measured against our previous best quarter. Strong underlying organic growth is complemented by our recent acquisitions, which were all performing in-line with, or better than, our initial expectations. We continue to expect another record year for the Group and reiterate our full year guidance.”
2022 Outlook
For the fiscal year 2022. based on currently available information, we estimate:
- Total revenue will be in the range of $71 million and $76 million; and
- Adjusted EBITDA will be in the range $22 million and $27 million
This release contains certain non-IFRS financial measures, such as EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA Margin and free cash flow, and related ratios. See ”Supplemental Information – Non-IFRS Financial Measures” and the tables at the end of this release for an explanation of the adjustments and reconciliations to the comparable IFRS numbers.
Conference Call Details
Date/Time: |
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Tuesday, May 31, 2022, at 9:00 am EDT |
Webcast: |
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U.S. Toll-Free Dial In: |
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877-407-0890 |
International Dial In: |
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+1-201-389-0918 |
To access the call, please dial in approximately 10 minutes before the start of the call. An accompanying slide presentation will be available in PDF format within the “News & Events” section of the Company’s website.
An archived webcast of the conference call will also be available in the News & Events section of the Company’s website at gambling.com/corporate/investors/news-events.
Compliance Updates
BMM Testlabs Earns Accreditation in Maranhão, Brazil To Test Fixed Odds Betting Systems and Lottery Platforms
BMM Testlabs, the world’s original gaming test lab renowned for exceptional product compliance and testing services, today announced its official accreditation to test systems and games for the Brazilian state of Maranhão.
This new accreditation allows BMM Testlabs to test fixed-odds betting systems and lottery platforms for the Maranhão market. The Company is now authorized in every Brazilian jurisdiction that has regulated at state-level online fixed-odds betting.
The Maranhão accreditation, issued by Maranhão Parcerias SA (MAPA/LOTEMA), authorizes BMM Testlabs to work with lottery operators in the state to ensure compliance and quality standards for the gaming and lottery industry through end-to-end product compliance testing for Maranhão’s standards.
Additionally, Brazil’s Secretaria de Prêmios e Apostas has federally authorized BMM Testlabs to test betting systems, live gaming studios, and online games used by fixed-odds betting operators.
BMM Testlabs’ Marzia Turrini, President of iGaming & Cybersecurity, said, “We are excited and deeply honored that the State of Maranhão’s official lottery has entrusted BMM Testlabs with the responsibility of testing products for their new online fixed odds betting program, knowing that we’ll do so with the highest levels of impartiality, technical expertise, transparency, efficiency, and, most of all, integrity.”
With the Maranhão accreditation, BMM Testlabs solidifies its position as the leading independent test lab in Brazil. BMM Testlabs is accredited in all jurisdictions that have authorized fixed-odds betting for online gaming and sports betting.
BMM Testlabs brings 44 years of global leadership in product compliance across regulated markets and is trusted by games, systems, and lottery manufacturers, suppliers, developers, and regulators worldwide.
In addition to product compliance testing, BMM Testlabs provides end-to-end cybersecurity protection solutions. Through its sister company, RG24seven Virtual Training, BMM also offers compliance-grade virtual training on responsible gaming, anti-money laundering, and other important topics – presented by industry experts and available in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
Conferences
Meridianbet CEO Showcases GMGI’s $163M FY2024 Revenue, USA & Brazil Entry at ICR 2025 Conference
In a packed room at the prestigious ICR 2025 Conference held in Orlando, FL, Zoran Milosevic, CEO of Meridianbet, captivated the audience of elite investors with GMGI’s remarkable growth story and series of strategic market entries that position the company for significant value creation in 2025 and beyond. The company also led the conference with the highest number of one-on-one investor meetings, signaling strong interest in its growth trajectory.
The world-class event, also known as the financial market Super Bowl, is recognized as the planet’s premier small and medium-cap conference for US listed companies. It brought together over 3,000 attendees, including institutional investors, sell-side analysts, investment bankers, and private equity professionals.
This builds on the success at the 2024 Citi Global TMT Conference, when the company shared insights alongside industry giants like DraftKings, FanDuel, and IBM.
61% Year-Over-Year Growth Positions GMGI as Gaming Industry Leader
The world’s elite investment audience found out a compelling history of growth: GMGI’s preliminary FY 2024 revenue surged 61% year-over-year to $150 million, with pro forma consolidated revenue reaching $163 million.
This exceptional growth trajectory, driven by strategic market expansions and technological innovation, showcases GMGI’s emerging dominance in the global gaming landscape.
Brazil: A Game-Changing Market Entry
In what could prove to be a transformative catalyst, Meridianbet secured a coveted federal license in Brazil – a market projected to reach $2.5-4 billion annually. With instant access to over 100 million potential customers across all 26 states, this strategic move positions GMGI to capture substantial market share in one of the world’s most lucrative gaming opportunities.
North American Expansion Accelerates
The Group’s momentum in North America exemplifies its multi-market growth strategy:
- Strategic entry into the rapidly expanding U.S. sweepstakes gaming market, leveraging proprietary content from Expanse Studios
- Pending gaming license in Ontario, Canada’s largest regulated market
- Deployment of AI-driven gaming solutions to maximize player engagement and retention
GMGI’s Unified Ecosystem: A Competitive Moat
Meridianbet CEO showcased how the Group’s six synergistic companies create a formidable competitive advantage, presenting to investors a unique ecosystem:
- Meridianbet’s presence in 18 regulated jurisdictions, powered by 1,200+ employees including 100 software engineers
- Expanse Studios’ proprietary game development driving high-margin revenue lowering the reliance on third-party content
- Strategic assets across key growth markets: Mexplay in South America, Rkings in the UK, and Classics for a Cause in Australia
2025: Multiple Growth Catalysts Ahead
The confluence of strategic initiatives positions GMGI for accelerated growth:
- Brazil market ramp-up expected to drive substantial revenue expansion
- Proprietary AI technology deployment enhancing player monetization
- First-mover advantages in newly regulated markets
- Continued margin expansion through operational efficiencies
For investors seeking exposure to the explosive growth in global gaming, GMGI represents a unique opportunity: a proven operator with proprietary technology, multiple growth vectors, and strategic positioning in the world’s most promising gaming markets.
Latest News
GAN Selects Internet Vikings’ Hosting Solutions in Arkansas
Internet Vikings, a licensed in-state hosting provider for iGaming and online sports betting, announces the extension of its relationship with GAN Sports®, a supplier of industry-leading casino content, into Arkansas.
Following a successful multi-state collaboration initiated in 2022, Internet Vikings continues to support GAN by delivering hosting services tailored to their operational needs. Internet Vikings is continuing to grow across the United States, as Arkansas becomes the latest state to benefit from their hosting services.
GAN, a B2B supplier of internet gambling software-as-a-service solutions, initially entered into an agreement with Internet Vikings in a landmark deal covering 15 states. Since then, the relationship has grown stronger, with GAN relying on Internet Vikings’ bare metal server solutions to support their large-scale U.S. operations.
This expansion into Arkansas follows a recent deployment in Nevada, where Internet Vikings also provides hosting solutions to GAN. As GAN continues to operate across regulated U.S. markets, Internet Vikings remains a dependable resource, and has demonstrated its reliability to support long-term growth.
Rickard Vikström, CEO and Founder of Internet Vikings, shared his thoughts, “Our relationship with GAN reflects the trust we’ve built over the years. It’s not just about providing hosting solutions; it’s about understanding their vision and exceeding their expectations.”
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