Canada
BRAGG GAMING GROUP REPORTS RECORD SECOND QUARTER RESULTS AS REVENUE RISES 34.2% TO €20.8 MILLION (USD $21.3 MILLION)
New Customers, Rollout of New Proprietary Games and Market Expansion in Europe and North America Driving Consistent Revenue Growth
Gross Profit Rises 65.5% to Quarterly Record €11.6 Million (USD $11.9 Million); Gross Profit Margin Increases 1,060 Basis Points Year-over-Year and by 410 Basis Points from Q1 2022 to Quarterly Record 55.9%
Adjusted EBITDA Improves 62.9% Year-over-Year to €3.1 Million (USD $3.2 Million)
Raises Full Year 2022 Guidance for Revenue of €76-80 million (USD $78-82 Million) and Adjusted EBITDA of €10-11 million (USD $10-11 Million)
Bragg Gaming Group, a global B2B gaming technology and content provider, today reported record financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2022. The Company also provided an update on its strategic growth initiatives and raised its full year 2022 revenue and Adjusted EBITDA guidance.
Summary of Q2 2022 Financial and Operational Highlights
Euros (millions)(1) | 2Q22 | 2Q21 | Change |
Revenue | €20.8 | €15.5 | 34.2% |
Gross profit | €11.6 | €7.0 | 65.5% |
Gross profit margin | 55.9% | 45.3% | 1060bps |
Adjusted EBITDA(2) | €3.1 | €1.9 | 62.9% |
Adjusted EBITDA margin | 14.9% | 12.3% | 260bps |
Wagering revenue | €4.2B | €3.8B | 9.0% |
- Bragg’s reporting currency is Euros. The exchange rate provided for U.S. dollars is 1.023. Due to fluctuating currency exchange, this rate is provided for convenience only.
- Adjusted EBITDA is a non-IFRS measure. For important information on the Company’s non-IFRS measures, see “Non-IFRS Financial Measures” below.
Chief Executive Officer Commentary
“Our strong second quarter results include significant year-over-year growth, as well as quarterly-sequential improvements for revenue, gross profit, gross profit margin and Adjusted EBITDA,” said Yaniv Sherman, Chief Executive Officer for Bragg Gaming Group. “In the 2022 second quarter, we generated quarterly records for revenue of EUR €20.8 million (USD $21.3 million), gross profit of EUR €11.6 million (USD $11.9 million), gross profit margin of 55.9%, and Adjusted EBITDA of EUR €3.1 million (USD $3.2 million). Our operating momentum highlights our continued success in serving a growing base of customers in an expanding number of regulated global iGaming markets, with turnkey iGaming solutions that power their businesses, including proprietary and exclusive third-party content.
“Following the completion in June of our acquisition of Spin Games, Bragg possesses the product development capabilities, industry expertise and licensed footprint across Europe and North America to achieve further and consistent progress on our content and market expansion growth initiatives. Our content development and distribution efforts, led by our four in-house game studios, are focused on leveraging proprietary design, game mechanics and math capabilities to develop games that address local player preferences across European and North American markets. We expect to release approximately 22 proprietary games this year representing a 120% increase from 2021, with our game development roadmap poised to accelerate our new game releases next year and beyond. In addition, we will supplement our internal game development efforts with agreements for Bragg to exclusively distribute games from established popular third-party studios. We expect our execution against our content development and distribution strategy will result in a higher level of desirable ‘real estate’ allocation on leading iGaming operators’ sites, leading to higher player engagement that drives further top-line growth and margin improvement.
“The North American iGaming market continues to grow. We expect to leverage our expertise and differentiated product and technology advantages to drive consistent growth with leading operators in these markets. This includes content localization and customization that addresses popular online and land-based themes.”
Mr. Sherman concluded, “Reflecting our strong performance through the first half of the year and our ongoing business momentum, we are raising our guidance for 2022 full year revenue and Adjusted EBITDA to new ranges of EUR €76-80 million (USD $78-82 million) and EUR €10-11 million (USD $10-11 million), respectively. As demonstrated by our operating results to-date in 2022, our success with these efforts is driving strong top-line growth and margin improvement, highlighting our ability to deliver near- and long-term shareholder value.”
Second Quarter 2022 Financial Results and other Key Metrics Highlights
- Revenue increased by 34.2% to EUR €20.8 million (USD $21.3 million) compared to EUR €15.5 million (USD $15.9 million) in 2Q21.
- Wagering revenue generated by customers of €EUR 4.2 billion (USD $4.3 billion) increased from EUR €3.8 billion (USD $3.9 billion) in 2Q21. Wagering revenue in 2Q22 reflects a change in product mix towards PAM, managed services and proprietary content, resulting in improved gross profit and Adjusted EBITDA.
- Gross profit increased 65.5% to EUR €11.6 million (USD $11.9 million) from EUR €7.0 million (USD $7.2 million) in 2Q21, reflecting higher revenue and a 1,060 basis point year-over-year margin improvement to a quarterly record 55.9%.
- The margin expansion is primarily the result of the continued shift towards a higher proportion of revenues from iGaming and turnkey services, which have lower associated cost of sales when compared to games and content. The higher mix of iGaming revenues includes an increase in revenues from proprietary games which have no cost of sales.
- Net income for the period was EUR €0.1 million (USD $0.1 million), an improvement from net loss of EUR €2.3 million (USD $2.4 million) in 2Q21, primarily due to higher gross profit and lower professional fees and transactional costs, partially offset by an incremental increase in employee costs, sales and marketing expense, and higher depreciation and amortization.
- Adjusted EBITDA was EUR €3.1 million (USD $3.2 million), an increase of 62.9% compared to EUR €1.9 million (USD $1.9 million) in 2Q21. Adjusted EBITDA margin increased by 260 basis points to 14.9%, reflecting the Company’s increased scale and an improvement in the product mix of iGaming and turnkey services. Adjusted EBITDA margin decreased by 40 basis points on a quarterly sequential basis.
- Cash and cash equivalents as of June 30, 2022 was EUR €11.0 million (USD $11.3 million) which reflects the EUR €9.0 million (USD $9.2 million) paid in the quarter for the acquisition of Spin Games.
Raises Full Year 2022 Revenue and Adjusted EBITDA Guidance
Bragg today raised its outlook for 2022 full year expected revenue and Adjusted EBITDA to new ranges of EUR €76-80 million (USD $78-82 million) and EUR €10-11 million (USD $10-11 million), respectively. The midpoints of the 2022 revenue and Adjusted EBITDA guidance ranges represent growth of 34% and 46%, respectively, over the reported full year 2021 revenue and Adjusted EBITDA. The higher 2022 Adjusted EBITDA outlook includes the impact of continued investments in the business focused on driving further top-line growth. Bragg’s prior guidance for the 2022 full year was for revenue of EUR €68-72 million (USD $70-74 million) and Adjusted EBITDA of EUR €9.5-10.5 million (USD $9.7-10.7 million).
Canada
Bally’s Interactive Launches the New Bally Bet Sportsbook & Casino App in Ontario
Bally’s Interactive, the digital and sports betting division of Bally’s Corporation, has launched the all-new Bally Bet Sportsbook & Casino app in Ontario, Canada. This latest release marks another significant milestone for the company, following the recent app update in New Jersey and a series of successful app launches in the past year, including the introduction of Bally Bet Sportsbook across multiple states and Bally Casino in Rhode Island.
The updated Bally Bet Sportsbook & Casino app represents a major step forward, as it combines the functionalities of the existing Bally Casino app and Bally Bet Sportsbook app into one comprehensive platform. Powered by White Hat Gaming, this new app allows players residing in or traveling to Ontario to conveniently place wagers on both sports and casino games using a single app, account, and universal wallet.
“We are thrilled to introduce the new Bally Bet Sportsbook & Casino app, marking a significant milestone for Bally’s. This integrated platform merges the features of our previous apps, providing players in Ontario with a seamless experience for both sports and casino betting. Our commitment to enhancing the player experience remains at the forefront as we strive to personalize the enjoyment of playing Bally Bet,” said Robeson Reeves, CEO of Bally’s Corporation.
Canada
Be #GiftSmart: Scratch the Idea of Gifting Scratch & Win Tickets to Kids
BCLC reminds adults to gift responsibly this holiday season
With the holiday season in full swing, BCLC is reminding British Columbians to gift responsibly and scratch lottery products from their shopping lists for kids.
“Scratch & Win tickets can make great stocking stuffers for the adults in your life, but they’re not for kids,” said Ryan McCarthy, BCLC’s Director of Player Health. “The research shows that children who have early encounters with gambling are four times more likely to develop riskier gambling behaviour as they grow up. While people are out shopping for those last-minute gifts, BCLC wants adults to be aware of the potential risks associated with gifting lottery products to children and to consider safer alternatives.”
While Scratch & Win tickets are among the most common ways kids can be introduced to gambling, children are increasingly exposed to various online forms, such as gambling streams.
“With the convergence of gaming and gambling, youth are becoming more exposed to gambling content in online spaces like streaming sites, where creators are able to live-stream their own gambling, usually while playing online slots and instant games,” said Dr. Luke Clark, Director for Gambling Research at UBC. “Our research at the UBC Centre for Gambling shows that a higher frequency of watching online gambling streams is associated with a more positive attitude towards gambling and a high intention to gamble in the future.”
In B.C., it is illegal to sell lottery products to anyone under the age of 19 and BCLC encourages adults to have conversations with the kids in their lives about the risks associated with gambling.
“Open and honest conversations are crucial when it comes to navigating childhood exposure to gambling,” said McCarthy, who shared the following tips to adults:
- Monitor for gambling-related lifestyle changes. For example, developing a positive attitude towards gambling or a preoccupation with video games or streaming sites.
- Be a positive role model. Exhibit safer gambling behaviour and talk about the risks.
- Limit exposure. Monitor kids’ online activities and discourage engagement with gambling content. Explain how gambling is based on chance.
Canada
Jackpot Digital Receives Approval from AGCO as a Registered Gaming Supplier
Jackpot Digital Inc., a leading provider of innovative dealerless electronic poker gaming solutions, has announced that the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has approved the Company to be licensed as a registered Gaming Related-Supplier (the “Supplier License”) under the Gaming Control Act in the Province of Ontario.
This significant achievement allows Jackpot Digital to enter one of the most dynamic and rapidly growing regulated gaming markets in North America. The Supplier License authorizes Jackpot Digital to supply its electronic table games to Ontario’s gaming venues, including casinos and other regulated gaming facilities.
Jackpot Digital’s flagship product, the Jackpot Blitz electronic table game system, offers a modern, dealerless, player-friendly solution that integrates traditional multiplayer poker games with cutting-edge digital technology. The Supplier License will enable the Company to offer its innovative gaming solutions to operators throughout Ontario, driving new revenue opportunities and enhancing player experiences.
“Receiving AGCO’s approval is a major milestone. This approval provides us with the opportunity to offer our top-tier electronic gaming systems to operators throughout all of Ontario, positioning us for further growth in one of the world’s most robust gaming markets. We are excited to bring our innovative products to Ontario’s gaming community and continue our commitment to providing exciting, technology-driven entertainment experiences,” said Jake Kalpakian, CEO of Jackpot Digital.
-
Gambling in the USA4 days ago
Industry veteran joins North American operator as chief interactive gaming officer to drive growth in iCasino states and efficiencies in its online sportsbook
-
Canada7 days ago
Jackpot Digital Receives Approval from AGCO as a Registered Gaming Supplier
-
awards7 days ago
Yaamava’ Resort & Casino at San Manuel Named #1 Best Overall Casino Outside of Las Vegas and #1 Best Native American Casino in 2024 Newsweek Readers’ Choice Awards
-
Latest News6 days ago
SBC Summit Rio to welcome EDM legend Afrojack as INFINITY headliner, supported by Brazil’s Dubdogz
-
Latest News7 days ago
SPGA Introduces Code of Conduct to Highlight Member Commitment to Compliance and Safety in Social and Promotional Gaming
-
Compliance Updates7 days ago
TaDa Gaming Celebrates Further Brazilian Certification Across its Portfolio
-
Gaming2 days ago
10-15% Of Gamers In Florida Show Signs Of Gaming Addiction: Here Are 10 Signs Your Kid Is Suffering From It (And How You Can Help)
-
Compliance Updates7 days ago
Delasport Now GLI-Certified for Sports Betting in Brazil