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Entain releases transcript of 2026 interim results presentation

PUBT·08/14/2026 18:24:33
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Entain releases transcript of 2026 interim results presentation
  • Entain published its FY 2026 interim results transcript from Aug. 13, attended by CEO Stella David, CFO Michael Snape, CCO Andy Hicks, Curry Sloane.
  • H1 group NGR rose 5% in constant currency; online NGR rose 7%; group EBITDA was 479 million, down 2%.
  • Interim dividend set at 10.3 pence, up 5%; net debt was 3.6 billion; leverage held at 3.1x, or 3.3x including DPA.
  • Guidance reiterated: online NGR growth of 5%-7% in constant currency; online margin of 21%-22%; net debt seen below 2025 levels.
  • CEE exit advanced via 20% divestment for EUR 425 million; proceeds earmarked fully for debt; further CEE sale could fund debt reduction, then shareholder returns.
  • Cost savings target set at 100 million net annualized run-rate by end-2027; 500 roles removed; FY26 CapEx guidance tightened.
  • Brazil described as difficult and unpredictable; management prioritised profit contribution, maintained market share, avoided “growth for growth’s sake.”
  • World Cup drove acquisition; first-time deposits were double the prior World Cup; BetBuilder stake share more than doubled, raising margin volatility.


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