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28 Jul 2026, 07:14 UTC · 4h ago
Gaming Realms core earnings rise despite UK gambling tax increase
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28 Jul 2026, 07:14 UTC · 4h ago
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Gaming Realms' core licensing revenue grew by approximately 9% and adjusted EBITDA rose 16% in H1 2026. — Strong growth in the primary business driver indicates operating leverage and product demand despite headwinds.
+0.40Gaming Realms increased its global footprint to 33 regulated markets, including recent entries into Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Peru, and Alberta. — Geographic expansion opens new revenue streams and reduces dependency on any single regulatory jurisdiction.
+0.30The company's total group revenue and adjusted EBITDA for H1 2026 slightly declined to £15.5 million and £6.6 million respectively from the previous year. — The overall decline in top and bottom lines suggests that non-core losses are offsetting core growth.
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UK revenue grew 3% despite the Remote Gaming Duty increasing from 21% to 40% in April. — Ability to grow revenue in the face of a significant tax hike demonstrates pricing power and product resilience.
+0.20Gaming Realms returned £6 million to shareholders via a buyback program, leaving a net cash position of £13.5 million. — Share buybacks are generally viewed as positive signals of management's confidence in valuation and future cash flow.
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Core licensing business continues to grow with increased operating leverage and expansion into new regulated markets despite tax headwinds.
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