Lottery and gaming entertainment leader Allwyn International AG has reached a definitive agreement to acquire a 62.3% stake in the largest Daily Fantasy Sports (DFS) platform in the United States.
The deal, implying an enterprise value of USD 2.5 billion, marks Allwyn’s strategic entry into the U.S. sports and entertainment industry.
The transaction includes an initial cash consideration of USD 1.6 billion, with the potential to reach a total value of up to USD 4.15 billion if performance targets are achieved between 2026 and 2028.
Founded in 2015, the company has become the market leader in DFS thanks to product innovation, new game formats and a passionate community of millions of monthly active users across more than 45 U.S. jurisdictions. For the twelve months ended June 2025, it reported Adjusted EBITDA of USD 339 million and revenue growth of over 60% year-on-year.
For Allwyn, this acquisition represents a unique opportunity to expand its footprint in the United States, where it already operates the Illinois Lottery and holds investments in Instant Win Gaming (IWG) and Novibet. The deal is expected to close in the first half of 2026, subject to regulatory approvals.
Karel Komarek, Allwyn’s Founder and Chair, stated: “This acquisition represents a decisive step in our vision to become the world’s leading mass-market digital entertainment company.”
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