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Playtech H1 2026 earnings summary
Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.H1 2026 earnings summary10 Sep, 2026
Executive summary
Achieved exceptional H1 2026 profit and cash flow, with adjusted EBITDA up 77% year-on-year to €163 million and revenue of €425.1 million, reflecting strategic transformation and disciplined execution.
Strong momentum in regulated B2B business, especially in the Americas, with US & Canada revenue up 176% year-on-year, driven by partnerships like Hard Rock Digital.
Maintained a robust balance sheet, ending H1 with net cash of €39.2 million after €25 million share buybacks.
Significant free cash flow generation of €101 million, supporting further investment and shareholder returns.
On track to deliver FY 2026 adjusted EBITDA of over €270 million, within the medium-term target range.
Financial highlights
Adjusted EBITDA reached €163 million in H1 2026, a 77% increase year-on-year; margin expanded to 38%.
Free cash flow surged to €101 million, up 1430% year-on-year.
Group revenue rose 10% year-on-year to €425.1 million.
Investment income from associates and dividends reached €34.2 million, up 73% year-on-year.
Adjusted profit after tax rose to €95 million, and diluted adjusted EPS increased to 33.1 cents.
Outlook and guidance
Maintaining full-year 2026 adjusted EBITDA guidance of more than €270 million.
H2 adjusted EBITDA expected to be lower than H1 due to normalization, but medium-term targets are ahead of schedule.
Capex and capitalised development for FY 2026 expected at €90–95 million; effective tax rate 20–25%.
Continued strong demand in the Americas, with sustainable contributions from Hard Rock Digital and growth in Mexico post-World Cup.
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Latest events from Playtech
- FY 2026 EBITDA guidance raised to at least €270 million after exceptional H1 performance.PTEC
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- Upgraded FY25 EBITDA guidance reflects strong Q4 growth in the Americas and a positive 2026 outlook.PTECH2 2025 TU
- Strong H1 B2B and SaaS growth, robust cash, and upgraded 2025 outlook after Snaitech sale.PTECH1 2025
- Strong B2B growth, Snaitech sale, and Caliplay deal drive robust H1 2024 results and outlook.PTECH1 2024
- FY 2024 Adjusted EBITDA will surpass expectations, driven by robust B2B performance.PTECTrading Update
- Solid trading, Snaitech sale, and B2B focus drive Playtech's growth and shareholder returns.PTECTrading Update
- EBITDA up 11% to €480M; Snaitech sale and B2B focus set new medium-term targets.PTECH2 2024
Next Playtech earnings date
H2 202625 Mar, 2027
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Next Playtech earnings date
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Playtech plc develops gambling software and services for online and land-based operators. The company offers platforms for casino, sports betting, poker, bingo, and live dealer games, along with omni-channel technology and analytics tools. It is headquartered in Douglas, Isle of Man, and its shares are listed on the LSE.