On Monday, Super Group revealed an impressive 26% year-on-year increase in its group revenue, reaching $556.9 million for the third quarter (Q3). This remarkable growth was largely fueled by substantial gains in the UK and African markets.
The company, which owns Betway and Spin, reported that its UK revenue saw a significant rise of 71%, while Africa experienced a 36% increase. In Africa, revenue gains were particularly strong in Malawi and Tanzania, complemented by a 23% rise in South Africa. These regions, along with the Middle East, contributed to 40% of Super Group’s total revenue for Q3, slightly up from 38% during the same period last year.
In the UK, sports betting revenue soared by an impressive 89%, and online casino revenue increased by 67%. Analysts at Regulus Partners noted, “The group is continuing a very strong run, indicating a growth in market share by 1.6 percentage points to 3.8% in the UK.”
The total number of monthly active customers across all of Super Group’s brands reached a record high, averaging 5.5 million in Q3, an 18% increase from the previous year. In September alone, the company achieved a milestone of approximately six million monthly active users.
Super Group’s CEO, Neal Menashe, expressed confidence in the company’s performance, highlighting that the Q3 results showcase the enduring strength of their platform and execution in key markets. Despite customer-friendly outcomes in September, they achieved record levels of customer engagement, robust revenue growth, and expanding margins. “Reaching six million monthly active customers represents a significant milestone, reflecting our product innovation and local execution,” Menashe conveyed.
In addition to its success in the UK and Africa, Canada emerged as a notable performer in Q3. Excluding Ontario, which saw a modest 3% growth, the Canadian market achieved a 15% revenue increase. This contributed to a 12.4% rise in North American revenue. However, this is expected to be the final full quarter with US revenue included in the earnings, as Super Group plans to exit the US market in Q4 due to regulatory changes that affect long-term profitability expectations.
Meanwhile, the company’s performance in the Latin American (LatAm) region was less favorable, with revenue dropping from $6 million to $4 million. Nevertheless, the strong performances in Africa and the UK more than compensated for this decline.
Super Group’s stellar results led to an adjusted EBITDA of $152 million, marking a 65.2% increase, and a Q3 profit of $95.8 million, a staggering 830% jump from the $10.3 million reported last year. The operator recently adopted the US dollar as its presentation currency starting in January, and financial comparisons have been adjusted accordingly.
Given these strong financial outcomes, Super Group has adjusted its full-year revenue forecast upwards by 3%, now projecting between $2.17 billion and $2.27 billion, compared to an earlier target of $2.125 billion to $2.2 billion. Additionally, it slightly raised its full-year adjusted EBITDA forecast to a range of $555 million to $565 million, up from $550 million to $560 million.
Alinda van Wyk, Super Group’s CFO, commented on the Q3 results, emphasizing the company’s disciplined investment in high-return markets and operational efficiencies, which are driving expanding margins. “Our balance sheet remains robust with $462 million in cash, which provides us with both flexibility and confidence as we look to 2026,” she noted.
Super Group had previously raised its guidance in September following a stronger-than-expected start to the quarter. Initially, the company anticipated at least $2.04 billion in ex-US group revenue and an adjusted EBITDA forecast between $470 million and $480 million.
Analysts at Regulus Partners have suggested that while Super Group has traditionally avoided entering expensive new markets with the same vigor as many competitors, such restraint has positioned it favorably in the industry. Many of those competitors are now seen as potential targets for mergers and acquisitions.
After a robust Q3, Regulus believes Super Group should consider a strategic pivot to sustain its growth trajectory. “While macro growth in mature markets has consistently been a saving grace, Super Group must now look towards emerging markets to maintain momentum,” they advised.
This outlook reflects a broader industry trend where companies are increasingly exploring growth opportunities in emerging regions, leveraging their existing strengths while assessing regulatory and market conditions carefully. Nonetheless, some industry observers caution against overextending into volatile markets without a thorough risk assessment.
Overall, Super Group’s Q3 performance illustrates the benefits of strategic market focus and efficient execution, setting a promising course for the future. The company’s ability to adapt to shifting market dynamics while delivering strong financial results underscores its resilience and strategic acumen in the rapidly evolving igaming landscape.
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