BetMGM Reduces 2026 Revenue Forecast After Soft Quarter

The online operator BetMGM lowered its 2026 revenue outlook to a range of $2.9 billion to $3.1 billion. This follows a soft start for its U.S. sports betting arm.

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Online betting operator BetMGM has revised its financial outlook for 2026, pointing toward a challenging start to the year for its sports wagering division. The company, which operates as a partnership between the Ladbrokes owner ENTAIN PLC and the hospitality giant MGM RESORTS INTERNATIONAL, updated its revenue guidance on Tuesday to reflect shifting market conditions.

An aerial perspective captures a BetMGM advertisement displayed at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts, within the United States, taken in June 2024. REUTERS/Brian Snyder

The operator now anticipates generating revenue in the range of $2.9 billion to $3.1 billion for the 2026 fiscal year. This marks a notable reduction from its earlier projections, which had placed expected earnings between $3.1 billion and $3.2 billion. The downward revision follows what the firm described as a weak opening period for its digital operations in the United States. Management attributed the change to a soft first-quarter performance specifically within the online sports betting sector. Despite the adjusted forecast, BetMGM remains a significant player in the competitive American gambling landscape, navigating the fluctuations of consumer demand and regulatory environments across various states.

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