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GAN Ltd (GAN)·Q2 2024 Earnings Summary

Executive Summary

  • Q2 delivered modest top-line growth with clear operating leverage: revenue rose 5% YoY to $35.6M while operating costs fell sharply, driving a net loss improvement to $(1.7)M and positive Adjusted EBITDA of $3.7M .
  • Mix shift favored B2B: B2B revenue grew to $13.0M (vs. $9.9M YoY) on Nevada expansion and revenue recognized from the exit of a B2B partner in Michigan; B2C was $22.6M as European strength was offset by Latin America softness and lower margins from unfavorable outcomes .
  • No earnings call; merger execution is the near-term narrative: CFIUS clearance received in Q2, and closing with SEGA SAMMY remains targeted for late 2024/early 2025, with $1.97 per share cash consideration upon completion .
  • Estimate comparison unavailable: S&P Global consensus data was not retrievable for Q2; use YoY and sequential comparisons and non-GAAP reconciliation to frame performance until coverage resumes (see Estimates Context).

What Went Well and What Went Wrong

What Went Well

  • B2B momentum and mix helped the quarter: B2B revenue increased to $13.0M, aided by Nevada expansion and revenue related to the exit of a partner in Michigan .
  • Cost rationalization drove margin improvement: operating expenses declined to $25.1M from $32.8M YoY, supporting a swing to positive Adjusted EBITDA of $3.7M from $(2.0)M YoY .
  • Management focus and tone: “We achieved top-line revenue growth in the second quarter while reducing our operating expenses…with a focus on improved profitability” — Seamus McGill, CEO .

What Went Wrong

  • B2C headwinds persisted: B2C revenue of $22.6M was below $23.9M YoY as European strength was offset by reduced player activity in Latin America and lower margins from unfavorable event outcomes .
  • B2C customer acquisition softness: B2C Active Customers declined, primarily due to limited customer acquisition in Latin America .
  • No earnings call/Q&A: given the pending merger, management did not host a call, limiting incremental disclosure and guidance clarity for investors .

Financial Results

Core P&L and Margins (oldest → newest)

MetricQ4 2023Q1 2024Q2 2024
Revenue ($USD Millions)$30.7 $30.7 $35.6
Net Loss ($USD Millions)$(9.38) $(4.16) $(1.73)
Diluted EPS ($)$(0.21) $(0.09) $(0.04)
Total Operating Costs & Expenses ($USD Millions)$39.3 $34.0 $35.3
Total Segment Contribution Margin (%)68.1% 69.6% 71.2%
Adjusted EBITDA ($USD Millions)$(3.88) $(0.57) $3.73

Q2 2024 Actual vs. Consensus

MetricQ2 2024 ActualQ2 2024 Consensus (S&P Global)
Revenue ($USD Millions)$35.6 N/A (unavailable)
Diluted EPS ($)$(0.04) N/A (unavailable)

Segment Revenue and Contribution (oldest → newest)

MetricQ4 2023Q1 2024Q2 2024
B2B Revenue ($USD Millions)$11.80 $12.35 $12.99
B2B Segment Contribution ($USD Millions)$9.51 $10.27 $10.78
B2B Segment Contribution Margin (%)80.6% 83.1% 83.0%
B2C Revenue ($USD Millions)$18.91 $18.30 $22.57
B2C Segment Contribution ($USD Millions)$11.40 $11.06 $14.54
B2C Segment Contribution Margin (%)60.3% 60.4% 64.4%
Total Segment Contribution ($USD Millions)$20.90 $21.33 $25.32

KPIs (oldest → newest)

KPIQ4 2023Q1 2024Q2 2024
B2B Gross Operator Revenue ($USD Millions)$384.7 $632.0 $609.3
B2B Take Rate (%)3.1% 2.0% 2.1%
B2C Active Customers (000s)236 222 237
B2C Marketing Spend Ratio (%)28% 23% 23%
B2C Sports Margin (%)6.5% 5.7% 8.7%

Notes on non-GAAP: Adjusted EBITDA excludes interest, taxes, D&A, share-based compensation, transaction costs and other infrequent items; see reconciliation in the release .

Guidance Changes

MetricPeriodPrevious GuidanceCurrent GuidanceChange
Financial guidance (revenue, EPS, margins)FY 2024None providedNone providedMaintained (no formal guidance)
Earnings call cadenceQ1–Q2 2024No callNo callMaintained
Merger with SEGA SAMMY timelineClose timingLate 2024 or early 2025Late 2024 or early 2025Maintained
Merger considerationAt closing$1.97 per share cash$1.97 per share cashMaintained

Earnings Call Themes & Trends

GAN did not host earnings calls for Q1 or Q2 2024 due to the pending merger; themes reflect management disclosures in press releases.

TopicPrevious Mentions (Q4 2023, Q1 2024)Current Period (Q2 2024)Trend
Merger progress (SEGA SAMMY)Q4: expected closing late 2024/early 2025 . Q1: shareholder approval; CFIUS and gaming filings submitted .CFIUS clearance received; closing still targeted for late 2024/early 2025; working through gaming approvals .Progressing
Cost rationalizationQ4: OpEx decline YoY; savings initiatives . Q1: OpEx down ~20% YoY .OpEx down to $25.1M from $32.8M YoY; Adjusted EBITDA improved to $3.7M .Improving
B2B expansionQ4: organic growth in PA/MI/NJ/CT . Q1: continued Nevada expansion .B2B revenue up to $13.0M; Michigan partner exit revenue recognized .Improving
B2C regional dynamicsQ4: lapped World Cup; B2C $18.9M . Q1: B2C down on lower sports margin and activity .B2C $22.6M; Europe growth offset by LatAm softness; sports margin 8.7% .Mixed but margins improved
Investor communicationsQ4: no call . Q1: no call .No call .Unchanged

Management Commentary

  • “I’m very pleased with the continued operational progress the team is delivering. We achieved top-line revenue growth in the second quarter while reducing our operating expenses. We continue to operate the business more efficiently with a focus on improved profitability.” — Seamus McGill, CEO .
  • “Looking ahead, our focus remains unchanged. We will continue to optimize our overall cost structure and roll-out product enhancements. We continue to work through the gaming regulatory requirements for our planned merger with SEGASAMMY and anticipate a successful closing in late 2024 or early 2025.” — Seamus McGill, CEO .

Q&A Highlights

  • No conference call or Q&A session was held in conjunction with Q2 2024 results due to the pending merger with SEGA SAMMY .

Estimates Context

  • S&P Global Wall Street consensus for Q2 2024 revenue and EPS was unavailable via our data connector for GAN this quarter; therefore, comparisons vs. consensus cannot be provided. Until estimates resume, use YoY/seq comparisons and non-GAAP reconciliations to frame performance .

Key Takeaways for Investors

  • Operating leverage story emerging: revenue +5% YoY to $35.6M alongside materially lower OpEx drove a swing to positive Adjusted EBITDA ($3.7M) and narrower net loss $(1.7)M .
  • B2B strength is the anchor: B2B revenue rose to $13.0M on Nevada expansion and specific contract dynamics (Michigan partner exit), while take rate stabilized at 2.1% .
  • B2C still volatile but margins improved: B2C sports margin rebounded to 8.7% (from 5.7% in Q1), though LatAm activity remained soft; monitor sustainability into seasonal sports calendars .
  • Cash and runway: cash was $36.9M at quarter-end, essentially flat QoQ, supporting operations through merger milestones .
  • Merger path is the central catalyst: CFIUS clearance in Q2 and ongoing gaming approvals keep closing targeted for late 2024/early 2025; consideration remains $1.97 per share cash upon completion .
  • No call, limited incremental disclosure: absence of Q&A constrains near-term estimate visibility; watch regulatory approvals and any update on operational KPIs in subsequent releases .
  • Trading setup: near-term stock action tied to regulatory gating items and any changes to expected closing terms/timeline; operationally, continued B2B expansion and B2C margin normalization are secondary supports .

Appendix: Additional Detail

Revenue by Geography (Q2 2024 vs. Q2 2023)

  • United States: $10.45M vs. $7.30M .
  • Europe: $14.12M vs. $12.11M .
  • Latin America: $8.20M vs. $12.39M .
  • Rest of World: $2.78M vs. $1.97M .

Non-GAAP Notes

  • Adjusted EBITDA excludes interest expense (income), tax, D&A, share-based compensation, transaction costs, and other infrequent items; see reconciliation in Q2 release and methodology notes .