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La Française des Jeux : Revenue up 4% in Nine Months: Acquisition of ZEturf Completed at the End of September Acquisition of PLI to Be Completed in Early November

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October 23, 2023

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La Française des Jeux (FDJ), France’s leading gaming operator, announces its revenue for the nine months to end September 2023.

Stéphane Pallez, Chairwoman and CEO of FDJ Group, said: “Our growth remains solid, with strong players’ demand, even though it has been affected by the low number of Euromillions high jackpot draws. At the same time, the completion of the acquisition of ZEturf at the end of September and the forthcoming closing of Premier Lotteries Ireland acquisition in November illustrate our strategy of internationalisation and diversification. We are delighted that the teams of these two operators are joining FDJ and that these operations will contribute to the Group’s sustainable and profitable growth.”

Revenue to end September of €1,875 million, up 3.9% and 1.3% on a like-for-like basis

At the end of September, gross gaming revenue (GGR) stood at €4,808 million, stable compared with 2022. After €3,044 million in public levies, net gaming revenue (NGR)³ totalled €1,771 million, up 0.8% based on a 2.0% increase in stakes.

Including income from other activities of €103 million, up more than 10% on a like-for-like basis, Group revenue to end September 2023 came to €1,875 million, up 3.9%.

On a like-for-like basis, sales rose by 1.3%. It rose 4.6%, in line with the first half, excluding Euromillions, which was particularly affected by the low number of high jackpot draws, especially in the 3^rd quarter, and excluding Amigo, which was relaunched at the beginning of June with a revised formula in accordance with the regulator’s decision.

In the 3^rd quarter, revenue totalled €586 million, down 1% and 3% on a like-for-like basis.

By distribution channel and activity
- By distribution channel

Stakes in points of sale increased 0.8% to €13,278 million, supported by sports betting and instant games, and despite Amigo and Euromillions impact.

Digital stakes are continuing to grow, driven by all businesses. They were up 10.6% to €2,011 million, a performance attributable in large part to the increase in the number of players. Excluding Euromillions, online lottery stakes rose by more than 12%. Online stakes account for more than 13% of total stakes.

Lottery

Lottery revenue totalled €1,407 million down 1.2%, based on a slight increase in stakes, but up 3% excluding Amigo and Euromillions.

Driven in particular by the success of launches and relaunches, such as Carré Or in January and Numéro Fétiche in May, instant games stakes rose by more than 4%.

The almost 6% drop in the stakes for draw games is attributable to the lower number of high jackpot Euromillions draws (19 at 2023 September-end compared to 32 at 2022 September-end), particularly noticeable in the third quarter, and the full impact of the new Amigo draw launched at the beginning of June and in line with the decision of the French National Gaming Authority.

Excluding Euromillions and Amigo, draw stakes are up 1% and lottery stakes more than 3% compared with 2022, an “exceptional” year for draw games, especially Euromillions with stakes up by almost +20% to the end of September 2022. Overall, the appeal of this game remains strong, with stakes up by almost +10% compared with 2019, following its relaunch in the first quarter of 2020.

The discrepancy between growth in stakes and growth in revenue is mainly due to Euromillions, which has a high rate of conversion of stakes into revenue.

Sports betting and online gaming open to competition

Revenue of sports betting and online gaming open to competition totalled €360 million, an increase of 9.3% in line with growth in stakes. The player payout ratio in the third quarter is very close to that at the end of June and that recorded at the end of September 2022.

Business growth, strong both at the point of sale and online, benefited from the continuing momentum of the FIFA World Cup at the end of 2022, despite a slightly less favourable football calendar in the 3^rd quarter of 2023.

The acquisitions of ZEturf and Premier Lotteries Ireland (PLI) strengthen FDJ’s model

ZEturf completes FDJ’s online gaming offering, making it the 4^th largest operator in the French sports betting and online gaming open to competition, with a market share of over 10%

ZEturf is the 2^nd largest online horse betting operator in France, with a market share of around 20%. This acquisition enables the FDJ Group to become the 4^th largest competitive online gaming operator in France (sports betting, horse betting and poker), with a market share of over 10%. Finalised at the end of September, this acquisition has been consolidated in FDJ’s accounts since 1 October.

In order to benefit fully from the potential of the merger with ZEturf and the synergies within its online business open to competition, and in accordance with the commitments made to the French Competition Authority, FDJ will adopt a new organisation for this business.

With 2022 revenue exceeding €50 million, ZEturf:

– Doubles the revenue of FDJ’s online gaming business open to competition;

– And will have an accretive effect on the sports betting and online gaming open to competition BU’s contribution margin from 2025.

PLI: First step in the international B2C lottery with strong prospects

The acquisition of Premier Lotteries Ireland, the Irish national lottery operator, is a major step in the deployment of the FDJ Group’s international strategy. On 3 October, the Irish lottery regulator gave the go-ahead for the deal, which is due to be finalised in early November, when PLI will be consolidated by FDJ.

In 2022, Premier Lotteries Ireland recorded gross gaming revenue (GGR) of €399 million and revenue of €140 million, with an EBITDA margin comparable to that of FDJ.

The strategic plan currently being drawn up jointly aims to accelerate PLI’s growth and increase its profitability, based on sharing best practice between the two operators in order to:

– Capitalise on FDJ’s experience to drive PLI’s instant games portfolio;

– Boost the player base for draw games;

– And continue to improve the digital experience for Irish players.

2023 Outlook

In Q4, the Group expects:

– In sports betting and online gaming open to competition, sales virtually unchanged, reflecting the continued momentum since the start of the year, with a high basis for comparison due to the FIFA World Cup at the end of 2022;

– And for the lottery, sales growth driven by non-Amigo draw games, with several events including the launch of the EuroDreams draw game, and by instant games.

For 2023 as a whole, FDJ is targeting revenue growth of around 5%, i.e. between 1.5% and 2% on a like-for-like basis, with a current EBITDA margin rate maintained at around 24% thanks to tight control of costs.

– At the end of July, the Group had announced 2023 revenue growth targets of over 5%, and over 3% on a like-for-like basis, with a current EBITDA margin maintained at around 24%.

The Group will also benefit from a high level of financial income, expected to almost double the figure recorded at the end of June, and reiterates its commitment to distribute between 80% and 90% of its consolidated net income.

The Group’s next financial communication

The Group will report its 2023 results on Thursday, 15 February 2024, before market opening.

Appendix

In millions of euros	Q3 2023	Q3 2022	Var.

Stakes	4,802	4,945	-2,9%
o/w online stakes	679	643	+5,6%

Revenue	586	592	-1,1%^*
o/w lottery	449	478	-6,0%
o/w sports betting and online gaming open to competition	103	97	+6,4%

*-3.4% vs. Q3 2022 pro forma, including the acquisitions of Aleda and L’Addtion

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S Gaming ignites US expansion with Fanatics Casino partnership

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February 12, 2026

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In-demand slot provider adds yet another top tier brand to its growing list of operator partners in the US market

S Gaming, the provider of highly entertaining online slot and casino games, continues to build momentum in the US market having signed on the dotted line with tier one operator, Fanatics Casino.

Under the deal, Fanatics Casino will exclusively launch the studio’s hugely popular Triple 7 Jackpot slot to players in regulated iGaming states including New Jersey, Pennsylvania, West Virginia and Michigan.

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Top Sports Events & Promos by N1 Partners: Where to Drive Tier-1 Traffic in February

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February 11, 2026

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February presents one of the strongest seasonal windows for affiliates working with Tier-1 sports traffic — and N1 Partners is expanding the opportunities even further.

The affiliate program has strengthened its sports offering by making betting available across three brands: the flagship N1 Bet, alongside RollXO and Lucky Hunter. This multi-brand setup allows partners to scale sports traffic strategically while leveraging casino brands with proven conversion performance.

Instead of relying on a single product, affiliates can now diversify traffic flows, stabilize KPIs, and combine sports, casino, and seasonal promotional mechanics for stronger long-term results.

Why February Is a Prime Month for Sports Traffic

Conversion stability often depends on timing. Campaigns aligned with seasonal peaks, major sporting events, and emotionally engaging dates consistently outperform generic traffic launches.

February stands out due to:

A packed schedule of top European football leagues and international tournaments
The Winter Olympic Games
Valentine’s Day seasonal campaigns
Increased emotional engagement and deposit intent

During high-profile events and holiday periods, users are more likely to deposit, participate in promotions, and return to the platform. The right contextual hook can directly influence conversion rate, average deposit size, and retention.

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Key Sports Events in February 2026

11 February

Coppa Italia Quarter-final: Bologna vs Lazio
Olympic Ice Hockey: Slovakia vs Finland
Premier League: Manchester City vs Fulham
DFB Pokal Quarter-final: Bayern Munich vs RB Leipzig
NBA: Houston Rockets vs LA Clippers
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12 February

Olympic Ice Hockey: Czech Republic vs Canada
Premier League: Brentford vs Arsenal
NBA: Orlando Magic vs Milwaukee Bucks
EuroLeague Regular Season (Round 28)
Rugby Super League (England & France)

13 February

Olympic Ice Hockey: Canada vs Switzerland
NBA: Oklahoma City Thunder vs Milwaukee Bucks
German Handball Bundesliga

14 February (Valentine’s Day Peak)

Olympic Ice Hockey: USA vs Denmark
FA Cup Round of 16
Bundesliga: Werder Bremen vs Bayern Munich
France Top 14 Rugby
Liga ASOBAL (Spain)
Liga ACB (Spain)

15 February

Olympic Ice Hockey: Switzerland vs Czech Republic
Serie A: Inter vs Juventus
Serie A: Napoli vs Roma
Serie A: Lazio vs Atalanta
LaLiga: Girona vs Barcelona
LaLiga: Real Madrid vs Real Sociedad
Ligue 1: Marseille vs Strasbourg
Ligue 1: Rennes vs PSG
NBA All-Star
WTA 1000 Dubai – Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships

This density of premium events creates multiple testing angles for creatives, pre-landers, and geo-targeted funnels.

Valentine’s Day Promotions Across N1 Partners Brands

To enhance conversion rates during peak emotional engagement, N1 Partners is launching seasonal campaigns across key brands.

Valentine’s Advent Calendar (N1 Bet & RollXO)

Period: 13–17 February

Five days of engagement mechanics:

13.02 – Love Box: prize up to €15,000
14.02 – Valentine’s Riddle Offer: 100% bonus up to €500 + 150 FS
15.02 – Sunday Challenge: 50% bonus on the 3rd deposit
16.02 – Road to Free Spins: 30 FS for every €350
17.02 – Fortune Lottery Series: €63,000 prize pool

Cupid Mailbox Lottery (Lucky Hunter)

Period: 9–14 February

28 winners
Grand prizes include a trip to Paris
€6,400 + 1,400 Free Spins prize pool

These mechanics integrate smoothly into sports-driven funnels and allow affiliates to increase average deposit value and session frequency.

Why This Strategy Works for Tier-1 Affiliates

Seasonal and event-driven campaigns help partners:

Increase average deposit size
Improve LTV through repeat engagement
Offset typical mid-quarter CR slowdowns
Enhance emotional appeal through contextual offers
Diversify revenue streams across sports and casino

In competitive Tier-1 markets, product-driven campaigns and structured promotions help stabilize performance and make scaling more predictable.

What Affiliates Should Do Now

February combines major football clashes, Olympic hype, NBA spotlight events, and Valentine’s promotions into one high-conversion window.

Now is the time to:

Drive sports traffic to top European leagues and Olympic matchups
Integrate Valentine’s promotions into creatives
Split-test traffic between N1 Bet, RollXO, and Lucky Hunter
Use seasonal hooks to strengthen CTR and deposit intent

The N1 Partners team provides updated promotional materials, analytics support, and personalized optimization guidance tailored to traffic volumes.

About N1 Partners

N1 Partners is a multi-brand affiliate platform and direct advertiser uniting 14+ casino and betting brands across Tier-1 GEOs.

Key highlights:

Reg2Dep rates up to 70%
CPA up to €700
RevShare up to 45%
14,000+ active partners
Dedicated affiliate management and long-term performance focus

More than just an affiliate program, N1 Partners delivers a performance-driven ecosystem designed to help affiliates scale sustainably in competitive markets.

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