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Organization of Football Prognostics S.A. (OPAP) M&A Announcement pre-recorded summary

Event summary combining transcript, slides, and related documents.

Logotype for Organization of Football Prognostics S.A.

M&A Announcement pre-recorded summary

14 Dec, 2025

Deal rationale and strategic fit

  • Combination creates the world's second largest listed lottery and gaming operator, leveraging OPAP's domestic strength and Allwyn's multinational innovation, scale, and digital capabilities.

  • Provides OPAP shareholders access to a diversified, high-growth, global platform with enhanced technology, AI, and digitalization.

  • Builds on a longstanding partnership since 2013, with proven value creation and strong shareholder returns.

  • Maintains strong Greek heritage and commitment to local talent, markets, and community impact.

  • Unlocks access to equity capital markets, elevates global brand recognition, and accelerates innovation.

Financial terms and conditions

  • All-share transaction values the combined entity at €16.2 billion, with Allwyn injecting all gaming assets (excluding its OPAP stake) into OPAP.

  • Allwyn will hold approximately 78.5% economic interest post-transaction; OPAP shareholders (excluding Allwyn) will hold 21.5%.

  • OPAP shareholders receive a minimum €1 annual dividend from FY2026, plus a €0.80 special dividend post-closing, with potential for additional buybacks.

  • Dual-class share structure: KKCG holds 85% voting, 75% economic rights via preference shares, which pay a fixed coupon (~5%) and have no right to ordinary dividends.

  • Implied combined company equity value of €16.2bn, with KKCG holding 75.1% and J&T Arch 3.4%.

Synergies and expected cost savings

  • Enhanced scale enables greater investment in technology, AI, and product innovation, reducing reliance on third parties.

  • Operational efficiencies, unified brand, and best-in-class tech stack expected to drive margin improvements and cost savings.

  • Significant cash flow generation supports both investment and shareholder returns.

  • Diversification across products and geographies creates strategic optionality and resilience.

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