FanDuel Transaction
Boyd Gaming reached an agreement to sell its 5% equity interest in FanDuel to Flutter Entertainment for $1.755 billion in cash. The proceeds will be used to pay down debt, reducing leverage below 2x, and will enhance financial flexibility.
Revenue and EBITDAR Growth
Revenues grew 4% and EBITDAR increased by 4% to $358 million year-over-year, driven by broad-based growth across operating segments.
Las Vegas Locals Segment Performance
The Las Vegas Locals segment achieved its first year-over-year revenue and EBITDAR growth in more than 2 years, with segment margins near 50%.
Midwest and South Segment Performance
The Midwest and South segment delivered revenue and EBITDAR gains of more than 3%, marking the segment's highest quarterly revenue and EBITDAR in nearly 3 years.
Strong Balance Sheet
Pro forma for the FanDuel transaction, leverage is expected to be reduced by approximately 1 turn, with estimated interest expense savings of approximately $85 million on an annualized basis.
Increased Share Repurchase Program
Boyd Gaming plans to increase its target for share repurchases from $100 million to $150 million per quarter, starting with the third quarter.