A premier sports wagering media enterprise, Better Collective, recently unveiled its Q1 fiscal report, and the outlook is positive. The company secured an unprecedented €67.4 million (approximately $70.9 million USD), a substantial 74% surge compared to the previous year. A significant portion of this revenue – precisely 46% – originated from the US market, which is rapidly transforming into their most lucrative sector. We’re discussing over €30 million, representing a fivefold increase from their earnings during the same period last year!
What factors are driving this American success story? The introduction of mobile sports wagering in New York proved to be a pivotal moment, and their astute media collaboration with the New York Post certainly didn’t hinder their progress. Better Collective now identifies the US as their largest market, and its profitability is approaching that of their European operations. Shifting focus within North America, they are also targeting Canada, having recently procured assets from Canada Sports Betting in anticipation of Ontario’s recently established market.
Broadly, the company is performing admirably. Their post-tax earnings experienced a robust 65% increase, reaching €13.7 million, and they attracted a remarkable 95% more new clients compared to the previous year. Although their EBITDA margin experienced a minor decline to 32%, it remains a respectable figure, and their overall EBITDA expanded by a solid 60%. Despite a slight dip in operating cash flow, Better Collective appears well-positioned to leverage the flourishing sports betting market.
The year 2022 commenced exceptionally well, marked by substantial growth across our entire operational spectrum,” stated Jesper Søgaard, co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Better Collective. “The initial quarter witnessed remarkably robust inherent expansion, culminating in unprecedented earnings of €67 million. This achievement was propelled by an all-time high influx of new depositing clients and record-breaking revenue share proceeds generated from players.”