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Rush Street Interactive Reports: Improving Guidance and Buyback Plan to Fuel Online Gambling Business Growth

In a significant development aimed at fueling business growth within the rapidly expanding world of online gambling, Rush Street Interactive (RSI), the parent company of BetRivers, has raised its earnings and revenue expectations for 2024 along with announcing a $50 million share repurchase plan.

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With the release of the third-quarter financial results, RSI now projects an adjusted EBITDA of $82 million to $86 million for 2024, marking an increase of $16 million from earlier forecasts. The company’s previous prediction for the same, adjusted EBITDA stood at $8.2 million for 2023. The anticipated midpoint of $84 million reflects promising growth.

Revenue Growth Outlook

Furthermore, Rush Street Interactive has also amended its revenue expectations, estimating annual revenue between $900 million and $920 million. The midpoint of this guidance indicates a projected growth of 32% year over year, translating to a midpoint forecast of $910 million.

Share Buyback Initiative

In tandem with restructuring its financial outlook, RSI has initiated a $50 million buyback plan, which represents a significant percentage of its market capitalization, currently estimated at $2.39 billion. Should RSI carry out this buyback, it would positively impact shareholder value and potentially deter short sellers, given that 5.09% of the stock is currently held short.

Latin American Market Growth

The growth potential for RSI extends beyond the United States through its growing operations in Latin America. Recent data indicate that the number of monthly active users (MAUs) in Latin America, including Mexico, has surged by 122% in the third quarter. While average revenue per monthly active user (ARPMAU) saw a slight decline from $43 to $39, the uptick in user volume is promising for the company’s future.

Conclusion

In summary, Rush Street Interactive’s upgraded financial outlook highlights a strong growth trajectory as the company embarks on a strategic stock buyback plan. With impressive gains in Latin America’s gaming market, RSI is poised to continue its expansion and enhance shareholder wealth in the coming year.