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LOTTO24 AG achieves double-digit revenue growth from lotteries in 2023
- Core business and customer base expanded, market share increased
- Lottery revenue up by almost eleven percent
- Billings and EBITDA increase by almost 17 and 29 percent respectively
- Annual General Meeting convened on August 27 – resolution on squeeze-out]
LOTTO24 AG, a subsidiary of ZEAL Network SE and the German market leader in online lotteries, today published its annual report for 2023. The company can look back on a strong sales and earnings performance. In the past financial year, the company increased its billings by 16.7 percent to € 885.0 million (2022: € 758.4 million). Lottery revenue also increased by 10.8 percent to € 115.4 million (2022: € 104.2 million). In addition, LOTTO24 AG reached an important milestone in its business development with the launch of its online games offering, thus taking a significant next step in expanding its market leadership.
“In 2023, we further expanded our position as market leader and our brand awareness. We are proud of the fact that the LOTTO24 brand in particular has developed into a real hotbed of winners, producing more record winners last year than any other lottery provider in Germany,” comments Andrea Behrendt, CFO of LOTTO24 AG. “Our strong sales and earnings performance and our market share, which has grown to 41.4 percent, show that we are on the right track. In addition, our own product innovations were well received by our customers in the past financial year. Thanks to the positive business development, we are optimistic about the coming financial years.”
Strong EBITDA growth despite investment and expansion of the product portfolio
LOTTO24 AG gained 597 thousand customers in the past financial year (2022: 703 thousand). The year-on-year decline can be attributed to the significantly negative jackpot situation. Due to the company’s strategic decision to invest in brand development through increased TV advertising, marketing expenses were 5.5% higher than in the previous year at € 34.8 million (2022: € 33.0 million).
Despite the increased investment in brand development and the launch of online games, the company recorded a very strong EBITDA growth of 28.8% to € 33.0 million (2022: € 25.6 million).
Successful start for online games
In June 2023, LOTTO24 AG launched virtual slot games via the web stores of its LOTTO24 and Tipp24 brands, generating billings of € 41.6 million in its first year. Revenue generated with online games amounted to € 39.6 million.
Outlook for 2024
For the 2024 financial year, LOTTO24 AG plans to further expand its market leadership as an online provider of lottery products in Germany. The company expects revenue in the 2024 financial year to be in the range of € 267 million to € 277 million and EBITDA in the range of € 40 million to € 45 million.
Squeeze-out of LOTTO24 AG
LOTTO24 AG has today shared the invitation to its Annual General Meeting. This will take place on August 27, 2024 as an in-person meeting in Hamburg. The Management Board and Supervisory Board will propose to the Annual General Meeting the payment of a dividend of € 0.04 per share (2022: € 17.00).
The agenda also includes a resolution on the squeeze-out of the company’s minority shareholders. The main shareholder of LOTTO24 AG, ZEAL Network SE, has specified its transfer request of March 2024 and informed the Management Board of LOTTO24 AG that it has set the cash compensation for the intended transfer of the shares of the minority shareholders of LOTTO24 AG at € 479.25 per share. The amount of the cash compensation was determined by ZEAL Network SE on the basis of a company valuation carried out by KPMG AG Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft. The appropriateness of the cash compensation was confirmed by the court-appointed expert auditor ADKL AG Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft. The main shareholder holds around 95.45 percent of the share capital and voting rights of LOTTO24 AG.
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SolutionsHub is pleased to announce the appointment of James O’Kelly as Head of Corporate Development, a newly established role that underscores the company’s commitment to strategic growth, innovation, and excellence in client service.
Since joining SolutionsHub, James has been instrumental in driving key initiatives across the organization. Over the past 18 months, James has headed high-impact growth intiatives, managed treasury and led sucessful licensing for clients. His contributions have also extended to representing SolutionsHub on the international stage, enhancing the company’s global presence.
In his new role, James will take the lead on a range of high-impact strategic initiatives in close collaboration with the Board of Directors. His primary focus will be on identifying and cultivating key partnerships, as well as spearheading the development of innovative product lines that align with the company’s long-term vision. To fully dedicate his efforts to these forward-looking priorities, James will be transitioning responsibility for day-to-day operations and compliance to other senior members of the leadership team. This shift will enable him to concentrate on shaping the company’s future growth trajectory and ensuring its continued success.
“James has consistently demonstrated outstanding leadership and a deep understanding of our business and industry,” said Lee Hills, CEO of SolutionsHub. “His appointment as Head of Corporate Development is a natural evolution that aligns with our long-term strategic goals and further reinforces the strength of our leadership team.”
James will continue to play a pivotal role in advising and supporting clients through increasingly complex regulatory, licensing, and jurisdictional considerations. Leveraging his extensive experience and strong track record of delivering innovative, compliant, and forward-thinking solutions.
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The studio is shortlisted for the “Brand of the Year – B2B” category
ELA Games, an innovative game development studio, has been shortlisted for the “Brand of the Year – B2B” category at the upcoming EGR Marketing & Innovation Awards 2025.
The EGR Marketing & Innovation Awards is an event that celebrates key figures and innovative brands within the iGaming industry. The ceremony recognises companies that demonstrate commercial success through game-changing creativity and contributions to the improvement of the industry. It gathers the brightest and most influential minds to reward those who have helped the online gaming sector grow.
ELA Games’ nomination for the “Brand of the Year – B2B” category highlights the company’s efforts in creating a portfolio that balances operator-centric growth with player-friendly gaming experiences. The studio has demonstrated a commitment to helping operators improve player acquisition and retention metrics through data-backed performance, making it a beneficial partner.
Marharyta Yerina, ELA Games’ Managing Director, commented on the nomination, “The ELA Games team is proud to receive a nomination for a significant category at a prestigious event. We’ve made considerable strides in 2025 to develop our portfolio and create games that both help operators grow and provide fun for players. We look forward to networking with all our peers at the ceremony, and congratulations to all nominees!”
The EGR Marketing & Innovation Awards 2025 will take place on June 19, 2025, at The Mermaid, London. The ELA Games team will attend the ceremony for a night of excitement, networking, and celebration.
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Giorgia Kasat
Reals Appoints Giorgia Kasat as New Head of HR, Strengthening Organizational Strategy in the Betting Industry
Leading Brazilian Betting Brand Reals Welcomes Former Itaú and Votorantim Executive to Drive Human Capital Development
Reals, one of Brazil’s leading regulated online betting and gaming platforms, has announced the appointment of Giorgia Kasat as its new Head of Human Resources. With over 20 years of experience in strategic people management, organizational transformation, and leadership development, Giorgia brings a wealth of expertise from her roles at major corporations such as Votorantim, Banco Itaú, Duratex, Capgemini, and Munksjö.
Recognized as a finalist in the 2024 “Most Admired CEOs and HR Leaders” awards by Grupo Gestão RH, Giorgia also holds an Executive Business degree from Fundação Dom Cabral, an MBA in Business Management from Fundação Getúlio Vargas (FGV), and certification in Group Psychodrama from PUC-SP.
“We believe that a company’s success is directly linked to its ability to foster the best in its people within a healthy, growth-oriented environment. Giorgia’s human-centered leadership style drives engagement and positive results. As a serious and regulated company, professionalism is a core value for us, and her arrival is a strategic step in our organizational growth,” said Hilton Andrade, CFO of Reals.
Giorgia expressed enthusiasm about joining Reals at a pivotal moment for the company and the industry: “I’m excited to take on this new challenge with a major player in the betting and online gaming industry. My passion lies in developing people who go on to inspire and empower others. Together, we’ll build a strong culture of growth, diversity, and performance in a sector that is rapidly consolidating in Brazil and globally.”
Reals Expands Workforce and Strengthens Market Presence
Amid rapid expansion, Reals is in the process of hiring approximately 1500 new employees and preparing to move into a new 6,000 m² headquarters in São Paulo. Already a standout in the market, Reals made headlines earlier this year by becoming the first Brazilian betting operator to sponsor a major European football club, AC Milan, as its Official Regional Betting Partner for Latin America.
Reals also holds a master sponsorship with Coritiba Foot Ball Club in Brazil and boasts an all-star ambassador roster led by TV personality Rodrigo Faro, alongside popular influencers Ítalo Sena, Edu Primitivo, and Gabi Nery.
With a 9.5 rating on Reclame Aqui, Reals is among the top-rated licensed betting operators in Brazil, reinforcing its reputation for reliability and customer trust.
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