Churchill Downs Q3 2023 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Churchill Downs Incorporated reported record net revenue of $572.5 million, a 49% increase compared to the prior year quarter. Net income was $61.0 million, up 7% compared to the prior year quarter. Adjusted EBITDA reached a record $218.2 million, a 34% increase compared to the prior year quarter.
Record net revenue of $572.5 million, up 49% compared to the prior year quarter.
Net income of $61.0 million, up 7% compared to the prior year quarter.
Record Adjusted EBITDA of $218.2 million, up 34% compared to the prior year quarter.
Completed the acquisition of Exacta Systems, LLC on August 22, 2023.
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Forward Guidance
Churchill Downs Incorporated is finalizing design and construction plans for a new HRM entertainment facility on a 20-acre site with convenient access to Highway 60 in Eastern Daviess County near Owensboro, Kentucky with a target opening date in first quarter 2025 and a target total spend of $100 to $110 million.
Positive Outlook
- Completed the acquisition of Exacta Systems, LLC.
- Opened Rosie's Gaming Emporium in Emporia, Virginia.
- Opened six race and sports books at Kentucky properties.
- Launched a referendum campaign to develop a casino in Richmond, Virginia.
- Launched a referendum campaign to develop an HRM entertainment venue in Manassas Park, Virginia.
Challenges Ahead
- Decision not to renew the management agreement at Lady Luck in Pennsylvania led to a decrease in gaming revenue.
- Experienced a decrease in equity income from unconsolidated affiliates.
- Increased interest expense associated with higher outstanding debt balances and higher interest rates.
- Experienced a decrease in Adjusted EBITDA in the All Other segment due to increased corporate compensation and benefits related expenses and legal and professional fees.
- Experienced a net decrease in other gaming properties.
Revenue & Expenses
Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income