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INTERNATIONAL GAME TECHNOLOGY PLC REPORTS SECOND QUARTER 2022 RESULTS
- Revenue of $1.02 billion, down 2% as reported and up 3% at constant currency, led by 23% growth in Global Gaming
- Operating income of $228 million; operating income margin of 22% at high end of outlook on substantial increase in Global Gaming profitability and resilience in Global Lottery margin
- Adjusted EBITDA of $409 million, in line with prior year’s record level at constant currency as Global Gaming performance offsets Lottery discrete benefits in the prior year; 40% adjusted EBITDA margin remains among the highest in Company history
- Recognized a non-operating expense of $150 million representing the probable loss associated with legal proceedings related to Double Down Interactive LLC and its social gaming business sold in 2017
- Diluted EPS from continuing operations of $(0.02); Adjusted diluted EPS from continuing operations of $0.57, up 78% from the prior year
- Compelling shareholder returns with $135 million deployed for cash dividends and share repurchases year-to-date
- Tightening full-year 2022 revenue outlook to reflect currency movements and perimeter impact from previously announced divestiture; reconfirming operating income margin outlook as fundamentals remain strong
International Game Technology PLC reported financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2022. Today, at 8:00 a.m. EDT, management will host a conference call and webcast to present the results; access details are provided below.
“Strong customer and player demand for IGT’s products and solutions drove some of our strongest profit results ever in the second quarter and first half of the year,” said Vince Sadusky, CEO of IGT. “Our business profile is supported by significant recurring revenue streams backed by long-term contracts and resilient end markets, providing a solid foundation on which to grow. We are laser focused on executing our strategic objectives and creating compelling value for our stakeholders.”
“Our first half results set us firmly on the path to achieving our 2022 financial targets,” said Max Chiara, CFO of IGT. “Rigor on costs and incremental revenue opportunities allow us to maintain our full-year operating income margin outlook despite unfavorable currency movements and macroeconomic challenges. At the same time, we are returning significant capital to shareholders via dividends and share repurchases.”
Overview of Consolidated Second Quarter 2022 Results
Quarter Ended |
Y/Y |
Constant |
|||
All amounts from continuing operations |
June 30, |
||||
2022 |
2021 |
||||
($ in millions) |
|||||
GAAP Financials: |
|||||
Revenue |
|||||
Global Lottery |
648 |
725 |
(11) % |
(4) % |
|
Global Gaming |
330 |
274 |
21 % |
23 % |
|
Digital & Betting |
43 |
42 |
1 % |
4 % |
|
Total revenue |
1,021 |
1,041 |
(2) % |
3 % |
|
Operating income (loss) |
|||||
Global Lottery |
230 |
300 |
(23) % |
(16) % |
|
Global Gaming |
57 |
1 |
NM |
NM |
|
Digital & Betting |
8 |
9 |
(11) % |
(10) % |
|
Corporate support expense |
(29) |
(26) |
(11) % |
(26) % |
|
Other(1) |
(39) |
(40) |
3 % |
2 % |
|
Total operating income |
228 |
244 |
(7) % |
1 % |
|
Operating income margin |
22 % |
23 % |
|||
Net cash provided by operating activities |
196 |
249 |
(21) % |
||
Cash and cash equivalents |
673 |
639 |
5 % |
||
Earnings per share – diluted |
$(0.02) |
$(0.48) |
96 % |
||
Non-GAAP Financial Measures: |
|||||
Adjusted EBITDA |
|||||
Global Lottery |
330 |
414 |
(20) % |
(13) % |
|
Global Gaming |
87 |
35 |
145 % |
150 % |
|
Digital & Betting |
12 |
13 |
(7) % |
(6) % |
|
Corporate support expense |
(20) |
(21) |
4 % |
(14) % |
|
Total Adjusted EBITDA |
409 |
442 |
(7) % |
(1) % |
|
Adjusted EBITDA margin |
40 % |
4 % |
|||
Adjusted earnings per share – diluted |
$0.57 |
$0.32 |
78 % |
||
Free cash flow |
117 |
176 |
(34) % |
||
Net debt |
5,722 |
6,312 |
(9) % |
||
(1) Primarily includes purchase price amortization |
Note: Reconciliations of non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable GAAP financial measures are provided at the end of this |
Key Highlights:
- Recently completed acquisition of iSoftBet, a leading iGaming content provider and third-party aggregator, greatly expanding the Company’s proprietary content library and providing a world-class game aggregation platform
- Won “Lottery Supplier of the Year” at 2022 SBC Awards North America in July
- Introduced high-performing Money Mania wide area progressive game to commercial gaming jurisdictions following a successful launch in tribal casinos
- Signed agreement with NUSTAR Resort & Casino to deploy IGT ADVANTAGE™ casino management system and a variety of leading games and cabinets
- Announced expanded sports betting partnership with SuperBook® Sports to Tennessee, the fourth state where IGT’s PlaySports platform is powering the SuperBook Sports mobile betting app
- Awarded a gold medal sustainability rating from EcoVadis, a leading sustainability rating agency
- Recently released 2021 Sustainability Report which outlines the Company’s demonstrated environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance
Financial Highlights:
Consolidated revenue of $1.02 billion, down 2% as reported, or up 3% at constant currency, from $1.04 billion in the prior year
- Global Lottery revenue of $648 million compared to $725 million in the prior-year period, which included $70 million in prior-year benefits primarily from the closure of gaming halls in Italy
- Global Gaming revenue increases 21%, or 23% at constant currency, to $330 million, driven by strong U.S. & Canada replacement unit demand, higher average selling prices, and increased installed base yields
- Digital & Betting revenue of $43 million, stable with the prior year, as iCasino growth in the U.S. is partially offset by softness in other markets; North America sports betting market gross gaming revenue impacted by lower hold levels
Operating income of $228 million, down 7% as reported, or up 1% at constant currency, from $244 million in the prior-year period
- Global Lottery operating income down, primarily due to about $60 million related to prior-year benefits referenced above
- Global Gaming rises on higher revenue and profit flow through, partially offset by increased supply chain costs
- Digital & Betting operating income of $8 million was relatively stable with the prior year
Adjusted EBITDA of $409 million matches prior year’s record level at constant currency; Adjusted EBITDA margin of 40% remains among the highest in Company history
Net interest expense of $75 million compared to $91 million in the prior year, driven by lower average debt balances and interest rates
During the second quarter, the Company recognized a pre-tax non-operating expense of $150 million ($114 million after tax) representing the probable loss associated with ongoing litigation (Benson v. Double Down Interactive LLC, No. 2:18-cv-00525 (W.D. Wash.)) and associated claims related to Double Down Interactive LLC and its social gaming business sold in 2017 by International Game Technology, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company
Income tax benefit of $11 million compared to a provision of $32 million in the prior year, primarily driven by recognition of the non-operating expense mentioned above and foreign exchange losses in the prior year with no tax benefit
Income from continuing operations of $34 million versus a loss from continuing operations of $39 million in the prior-year period, driven by income tax benefit, gains in foreign exchange, and lower debt retirement costs
Net loss attributable to IGT PLC of $4 million compared to net income of $306 million in the prior year due to gain on sale and income from discontinued operations in the prior-year period
Net loss from continuing operations attributable to IGT PLC per diluted share of $0.02 compared to a net loss from continuing operations attributable to IGT per diluted share of $0.48 in the prior year, on higher net income; adjusted net income per diluted share increased 78% to $0.57
Net debt of $5.7 billion compared to $5.9 billion at December 31, 2021; Net debt leverage of 3.5x was stable compared to December 31, 2021
Cash and Liquidity Update
- Total liquidity of $2.1 billion as of June 30, 2022; $0.7 billion in unrestricted cash and $1.5 billion in additional borrowing capacity
- Executed amendment and extension of revolving credit facilities in July 2022
- Increased liquidity by $150 million to $1.83 billion and rebalanced EUR/USD mix to match operational exposure
- Extended maturities to July 2027
- Lowered interest margin and added ESG provision to allow for further potential reductions
- Raised annual permitted restricted payments basket from $300 million to $400 million at current credit rating; potential to increase to $550 million
Other Developments
The Company’s Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per common share
- Ex-dividend date of August 15, 2022
- Record date of August 16, 2022
- Payment date of August 30, 2022
Repurchased 750,000 shares for $15 million in the second quarter at an average price of $20.48 per share; 2.2 million shares repurchased for $54 million on a year-to-date basis at an average price of $24.89 per share
The Company expects to close on the sale of its Italian proximity payments/commercial services business in mid-to-late September
Tightening Full-year Revenue Outlook for Currency Rates and Business Disposition; Introducing Third Quarter 2022 Outlook
Full Year
- Revenue of $4.1 billion – $4.2 billion
- Lowered high end of range by $100 million
- Reflecting changes in currency rates and impact from sale of Italian proximity payments/commercial services business in Q3’22
- Operating income margin of 20% – 22% remains unchanged
- Cash from operations of $850 – $950 million
- Lowered high end of range by $50 million
- Primarily driven by a working capital investment in higher inventory levels to proactively manage supply chain disruptions
- Capital expenditures of approximately $350 million, lowered by $50 million to adjust for updated timing of spending
- Free cash flow outlook remains unchanged
Third Quarter
- Revenue of approximately $1.0 billion – $1.1 billion
- Operating income margin of 18% – 20% includes approximately 150 – 200 basis point impact from project-related expenses
Outlook assumptions
- EUR/USD exchange rate of 1.00 in the second half of 2022
- Impact from sale of Italian proximity payments/commercial services business in mid-to-late September 2022
- Operating income margin includes approximately 150 – 200 basis point impact from project-related and restructuring expenses expected in the second half of 2022
Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs
PENN Entertainment Announces Plans for New Land-Based Hollywood Casino to Replace Riverboat Gaming Operations in Council Bluffs, Iowa
PENN Entertainment Inc. announced plans for an expected $180–$200 million project to relocate its Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs (Ameristar) riverboat casino operations to a new, state-of-the-art land-based property to be rebranded as Hollywood Casino Council Bluffs (Hollywood Council Bluffs). The proposal is approved by the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission in conjunction with a 15-year extension of Ameristar’s partnership with the nonprofit Qualified Sponsoring Organization (QSO) Iowa West Racing Association. All commercial operators in Iowa are required to have an operating agreement with a QSO licensed to conduct gaming operations.
Under the proposed plan, the new Hollywood Council Bluffs is expected to include roughly 125,000 square feet of new development with approximately 58,000 square feet of gaming space. The new facility will complement the existing ESPN BET sportsbook, 160-room hotel and dining options in the landside portion of the current infrastructure. The existing riverboat, which presently offers gaming spread out over three levels, will be vacated upon opening of the new property.
“We are pleased to add another landside relocation to our pipeline of development projects. This project will enhance the quality and efficiency of our Council Bluffs location and significantly improve the property’s competitive positioning in the greater Omaha market. PENN’s diversified portfolio of casino properties is core to our omni-channel approach to entertainment, which combines our best-in-class retail operations and a database of more than 32 million PENN Play members with our robust interactive and media footprint. We thank the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission for their approval today and are grateful for the continued collaboration with our partners at the Iowa West Racing Association,” said Todd George, Executive Vice President of Operations for PENN.
“We are thrilled with the exciting development plans for the new Hollywood Casino Council Bluffs. For nearly thirty years, the Ameristar riverboat has been providing not only dining and entertainment, but thousands of jobs and millions of dollars in support of our community. PENN’s commitment to reinvesting in Council Bluffs is laudable and we are grateful for our ongoing partnership,” said Brenda Mainwaring, President & CEO of the Iowa West Racing Association.
Construction of the new facility is expected to take approximately 18-24 months following the design and permitting approval process. The Company is entitled to obtain financing for the project from Gaming and Leisure Properties Inc. (GLPI) of up to $150 million at a 7.10% cap rate, which may be structured at PENN’s option as either rent or a 5-year term loan that is pre-payable at any time without penalty.
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Daily Fantasy Sports
PrizePicks Teams Up with San Francisco Giants as Official DFS Partner

PrizePicks, the largest daily fantasy sports operator in North America, announced that it has been named the Official Daily Fantasy Partner of the San Francisco Giants. The new partnership strengthens the DFS leader’s presence in professional baseball and features digital and in-park activations at Oracle Park.
“We are thrilled to team up with a legendary organization like the San Francisco Giants. PrizePicks is committed to bringing unique experiences to our players around the country and is excited to strengthen our connection with baseball fans in San Francisco and across the United States,” said Mike Quigley, Chief Marketing Officer at PrizePicks.
As part of the multi-year partnership, PrizePicks branding will be showcased prominently throughout Oracle Park with rotating signage behind home plate and LED signage on each baseline. PrizePicks logos will be featured across the K-Counter in right field, creating an interactive experience for fans in the ballpark. Fans seated on top of the right field wall near the strikeout counter will have the opportunity to flip over the PrizePicks branded signs, revealing a “K” for each strikeout earned by a Giants pitcher.
When Giants pitchers combine for 12 strikeouts in a home game, fans can participate in a text-to-enter promotion with the chance to win a $12,000 free PrizePicks lineup and tickets to a future Giants game at Oracle Park.
“The Giants are always looking for innovative ways to enhance the fan experience. Partnering with PrizePicks provides our fans with new ways to engage with us and deepen their connection to both the Giants and baseball,” said Jason Pearl, Chief Revenue Officer at the San Francisco Giants.
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Jason McCormick
Station Casinos to Launch its First STN Sportsbook at Treasure Island Las Vegas on the Strip

Station Casinos, the leader in Nevada’s retail sportsbooks and mobile sports betting, has announced a new partnership with Treasure Island Las Vegas Hotel & Casino and will launch a brand-new STN Sportsbook inside the resort at The Golden Circle — the company’s first full-scale sportsbook on the famed Las Vegas Strip. Following final approval of Nevada Gaming Commission hearing, the new book will open April 29.
As part of this breakthrough partnership, Station Casinos brings its STN Sportsbook location to the Golden Circle. The 3089-square-foot book features 74 high-definition screens throughout the space, ranging from 55” to 85” displays, plus video walls providing immersive viewing of every sporting event. Sports enthusiasts will also enjoy a new eight-kiosk layout, convenient mobile sign-up stations for STN Sports accounts, and TI’s always- free parking.
“We couldn’t be more excited to embark on this historic partnership with Station Casinos. This collaboration underscores our commitment to providing exceptional hospitality and entertainment, now integrated with Station Casinos’ innovative approach to sports betting. The STN Sportsbook at Treasure Island will offer an unparalleled betting experience with cutting-edge technology and deluxe amenities, and we can’t wait to introduce it to our guests,” said Najam Khan, Executive Vice President and General Manager of Treasure Island.
This premium sportsbook experience will be seamlessly integrated with Treasure Island’s Golden Circle – a unique sportsbook in Las Vegas situated within a bar and restaurant that features an authentic sports museum. This distinctive atmosphere allows guests to enjoy premium food and beverage offerings as they become immersed in captivating sports memorabilia all while watching live sporting events.
“We are thrilled to be launching our first full-scale sportsbook operation on the Las Vegas Strip, and we are so grateful to the Nevada Gaming Control Board and Commission for granting this approval. Through this partnership with Treasure Island, we will be able to bring the energy, innovation, and hospitality of STN Sports to the property’s guests, and we are excited for the opportunity to further our commitment in providing the best sports betting experience across Nevada,” said Jason McCormick, Vice President of Race and Sports Operations.
Known for elevating the sports betting experience, the new STN Sportsbook at Treasure Island will bring new offerings to sports bettors on The Strip, including:
Wagering Enhancements – Bettors will enjoy increased betting options, higher betting limits, an expanded prop betting menu, and a comprehensive selection of betting leagues.
Premium Sportsbook Experiences – Special events will be hosted throughout the year, creating exciting opportunities for sports fans to engage with other bettors.
Vegas’ Favorite Sports Contests – The renowned “Last Man Standing” competitions with $300,000 in prize money, featuring contests for Pro Football, Pro College, and March Hoops
The new STN Sportsbook at Treasure Island will open on April 29, with additional event programming and offerings to be announced.
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