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Retail segment growth was driven by increased visitation and spend per visit, resulting in the largest quarterly theoretical revenue increase in three years.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Management attributed retail strength to stable employment and higher year-over-year tax refunds, which offset headwinds from elevated gas prices.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
The Interactive segment underwent a strategic realignment to prioritize U.S. iCasino states and the Canadian market over lower-margin, OSB-only U.S. territories.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Interactive marketing spend was reduced by over 65% through disciplined customer acquisition, a focus on high-worth user retention post-rebrand, and the inclusion of shifts in ESPN spending.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Performance in Ontario remains a primary growth engine, with theScore Bet brand demonstrating strong momentum in monthly active users and revenue.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Retail margins benefited from a one-time $5 million favorable legal accrual adjustment, primarily impacting the South region results.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The July 13 launch of regulated iCasino and sports betting in Alberta is expected to result in a $20 million loss for 2026, representing the only deviation from previous breakeven guidance.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Management expects the Interactive segment to achieve overall profitability in the fourth quarter of 2026 and targets overall profitability for the business as it heads into 2027.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Four major retail development projects are projected to generate 15% plus cash-on-cash returns on an aggregate $800 million investment.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
The company expects to delever by at least two full turns of traditional net leverage by year-end 2026, supported by optimized CapEx and strong free cash flow.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Project CapEx for 2026 was reduced from $225 million to $200 million due to a timing shift for the Council Bluffs relocation project into 2027.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
A two-week operational shutdown of the legacy Aurora riverboat in June is expected to cause temporary disruption prior to the new casino opening.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Management flagged potential legislative risks in Maine, stating they may cease investment if current iGaming proposals are implemented as written.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
The company issued $600 million in unsecured notes at 6.75% to repay revolver borrowings and strengthen the balance sheet ahead of 2027 growth phases.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Ongoing geopolitical uncertainty and fluctuating gas prices are noted as persistent macro risks, though current April trends remain stable.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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