The earnings call highlighted strong growth in revenue and operational efficiency, as well as a healthy balance sheet and significant progress in live betting. However, customer-friendly outcomes impacted revenue and EBITDA negatively, leading to a downward revision in fiscal year guidance. Challenges in specific markets also contributed to the headwinds.
Company Guidance
During DraftKings' first quarter 2025 earnings call, the company shared several key metrics and updated guidance. Revenue grew by 20% year-over-year to $1.409 billion, and adjusted EBITDA reached $103 million. The sports book handle increased by 15% to $13.9 billion, with a structural sports book hold percentage of 10.4%, up 50 basis points from the previous year. However, customer-friendly sports outcomes, particularly in March, led to a lower actual hold percentage of 9.5%. Despite this, DraftKings maintained a strong balance sheet with $1.1 billion in cash. For fiscal year 2025, the company revised its revenue guidance to between $6.2 billion and $6.4 billion and adjusted EBITDA to between $800 million and $900 million. The company also anticipates a sports book net revenue margin of 7% to 7.5% and expects free cash flow to reach approximately $750 million.
Strong Revenue Growth
DraftKings generated $1.409 billion of revenue in Q1 2025, representing 20% year-over-year growth.
Increased Sports Book Handle
Sports book handle increased 15% year-over-year to $13.9 billion, consistent with expectations.
Operational Efficiency
Promotional reinvestments were more efficient year-over-year, and adjusted gross margin increased more than 100 basis points to 45%.
Healthy Balance Sheet
DraftKings completed Q1 with $1.1 billion in cash after repurchasing 3.7 million shares.
Live Betting Growth
Live betting accounted for greater than 50% of total handle for the first time, indicating strong growth in this area.
DraftKings (DKNG) Earnings, Revenues Date & History
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Beat
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DKNG Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
May 08, 2025
$35.35
$36.23
+2.49%
Feb 13, 2025
$46.45
$53.49
+15.16%
Nov 07, 2024
$38.98
$40.13
+2.95%
Aug 02, 2024
$35.49
$32.02
-9.78%
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FAQ
When does DraftKings (DKNG) report earnings?
DraftKings (DKNG) is schdueled to report earning on Aug 01, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is DraftKings (DKNG) earnings time?
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