Banijay Group H1 revenue rises 16.9% to €2.58bn
Banijay Group has reported first-half growth, with sports betting & gaming performance boosted by increased player engagement, strategic acquisitions and World Cup betting activity.
Banijay Group has reported first-half growth, with sports betting & gaming performance boosted by increased player engagement, strategic acquisitions and World Cup betting activity.
The operator entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Fertitta Entertainment for approximately $17.6bn on May 28, topping a bid previously entered by Icahn Enterprises.
The operator has reported a $711m overall revenue figure for the second quarter, with H1 revenue up 4%.
Midwest & South and managed operations recorded growth, while weaker destination demand and construction disruption affected the operator’s Las Vegas properties.
The International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA) reported 76 suspicious betting alerts during the second quarter of 2026, with football and esports accounting for the largest share as the organisation continued its focus on integrity monitoring and athlete education.
Macau gaming volumes increased across every segment, but weak rolling-play hold reduced property EBITDA by an estimated $87m. The operator also raised its share repurchase authorization to $6bn.
Galaxy Gaming expects record recurring revenue for the second quarter of 2026, with preliminary figures indicating continued growth across its digital and core businesses following the termination of its proposed acquisition by Evolution.
Kambi raised its 2026 outlook after delivering double-digit revenue growth and stronger profitability in the second quarter.
The net revenue for Q2 2026 equates to an increase of 4.2%, while net income and adjusted EBITDA during the period rose 20.4% and 3.3%, respectively, to $32.5m and $53m.
The Betsson AB CEO discusses the operator’s Q2 performance in Latin America and reflects on the surge in player activity during the FIFA World Cup.