Golden Entertainment sale to Vici expected to close on April 30
Upon closing, Vici will enter into a triple-net master lease agreement with a newly formed entity owned and controlled by Blake Sartini, current Chairman & CEO of Golden Entertainment.
Upon closing, Vici will enter into a triple-net master lease agreement with a newly formed entity owned and controlled by Blake Sartini, current Chairman & CEO of Golden Entertainment.
The Q1 2026 net revenue figure represents a quarterly high for GLPI, while the organization’s adjusted EBITDA increased 9.1% from the prior year period for a total of $393m.
The operator’s net income decreased 5.9% during the first quarter of 2026 to $104.3m, while adjusted EBITDA for Boyd Gaming fell 6.6% year-over-year for a total of $288.8m.
The operator originally submitted its intentions to acquire a majority stake in Tipico during October 2025, as well as plans to combine the entity with its Betclic and Admiral brands.
The beachfront property, part of the Enjoy group, is now on the market through CBRE, coinciding with a new 15-year operating license tender.
The rise in net gaming revenue was primarily attributed to increases across the operator’s lottery and sports & casino businesses, as operating profit grew 4% to SEK659m ($71.5m).
The operator’s retail segment was a key revenue driver during Q1, with interactive revenue up 15.8%.
Study data shows strong growth in consumer interest, but highlights widening gaps in efficiency across operators.
The result was primarily supported by targeted cost reductions and one-off gains.
Growth in Kentucky and Virginia historical racing helped lift first-quarter earnings, while the operator also moved ahead with expansion projects in New Hampshire and Kentucky.