Sep 30, 2024

Penn National Q3 2024 Earnings Report

PENN Entertainment's Q3 2024 financial results were reported, showing stable consumer demand offset by unfavorable hold in the Northeast segment and volume declines in the South segment.

Key Takeaways

PENN Entertainment reported third-quarter results consistent with preliminary estimates. Stable consumer demand in the retail business was offset by unfavorable hold in the Northeast segment and volume declines in the South segment. The Interactive segment benefited from better-than-expected hold and lower promotional expenses.

Revenues of $1.64 billion.

Net loss of $(37.5) million.

Adjusted EBITDA of $193.5 million.

Adjusted EBITDAR of $348.4 million.

Total Revenue
$1.64B
Previous year: $1.62B
+1.2%
EPS
-$0.25
Previous year: $1.21
-120.7%
Adjusted EBITDAR margin
21.3%
Previous year: 27.5%
-22.5%
Gross Profit
$460M
Previous year: $543M
-15.3%
Cash and Equivalents
$834M
Previous year: $1.32B
-36.7%
Free Cash Flow
$42.6M
Previous year: $142M
-70.0%
Total Assets
$15.5B
Previous year: $1.32B
+1077.2%

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Forward Guidance

The fourth quarter is off to a stronger start, led by several markets including Michigan, Ohio, and St. Louis. Product enhancements and ESPN integrations to our ESPN BET offering helped contribute to a higher parlay mix and sportsbook hold during the third quarter.

Positive Outlook

  • Stable consumer demand in retail business.
  • Better-than-expected hold in the Interactive segment.
  • Lower promotional expenses in the Interactive segment.
  • Launch of account linking between ESPN BET and ESPN.
  • Stronger start to the fourth quarter in several markets.

Challenges Ahead

  • Unfavorable hold in the Northeast segment.
  • Volume declines in the South segment due to severe weather and hotel remodeling.
  • Ongoing pressures from new supply in Nebraska, Louisiana, and Chicagoland.
  • Adjusted EBITDA loss of $90.9 million for Interactive segment.
  • Net loss of $(37.5) million.