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PENN Entertainment, Inc. (symbol: PENN) is a prominent player in the gaming and racing industry, owning, operating, or holding ownership interests in numerous facilities and video gaming terminal operations. With a strong focus on slot machine entertainment, PENN Entertainment has significantly broadened its horizons by stepping into the social online gaming sector through its division, Penn Interactive Ventures, LLC, and its acquisition of Rocket Speed, Inc.
Dating back to its roots in 1972 with the opening of its first racetrack in Pennsylvania, PENN Entertainment has grown substantially. As of 2023, the company operates 43 properties across 20 states and 12 brands, including well-known names like Hollywood Casino and Ameristar. The company's portfolio is diverse and robust, comprising approximately 35,000 gaming machines, 800 table games, and 4,600 hotel rooms across various jurisdictions such as California, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, and others.
PENN Entertainment's land-based casinos account for 89% of its total sales in 2023, while the interactive segment, which includes sports, iGaming, and media revenue, contributes the remaining 11%. The retail portfolio boasts mid-30s EBITDAR margins, positioning the company favorably to obtain licenses for digital wagering markets.
Moreover, PENN Entertainment's media assets, including theScore and a newly formed partnership with ESPN starting in November 2023, enhance its footprint in the sports betting and iGaming technology landscape. These ventures provide PENN with unique access to a broad clientele and advanced technological solutions, helping solidify its leading position in the digital gaming market.
To stay updated on the latest performance, events, and developments at PENN Entertainment, investors and stakeholders can explore frequent updates and news releases published by the company.
Penn National Gaming has completed a $400 million private offering of 4.125% senior notes due 2029, issued at par. The notes are unsecured and unsubordinated, intended for general corporate purposes. The offering complies with SEC regulations and was limited to qualified institutional buyers and non-U.S. persons. Penn National operates 41 properties across 19 states with a diverse gaming portfolio, including partnerships like Barstool Sports, enhancing its retail and online gaming offerings.
Penn National Gaming (PENN) has successfully completed its acquisition of Hollywood Casino Perryville for $31.1 million. This agreement with Gaming and Leisure Properties (GLPI) includes a lease for the facility, with annual rent set at approximately $7.77 million. The acquisition enables Penn National to re-enter the Maryland gaming market, expanding its operations to 20 jurisdictions. The company plans to introduce a Barstool Sportsbook at this location, enhancing its omni-channel platform. Allie Evangelista has been appointed General Manager of the casino, promising a strategic push in the newly legalized sports betting landscape.
Penn National Gaming (Nasdaq: PENN) announced the pricing of $400 million in new 4.125% senior notes due 2029, set to close around July 1, 2021. The notes will be issued unregistered and are intended for qualified institutional buyers as per Rule 144A and Regulation S of the Securities Act. Proceeds will be used for general corporate purposes. The company operates 41 gaming properties across 19 states and has diversified offerings in retail and online gaming, sports betting, and live racing, following a strategic partnership with Barstool Sports in February 2020.
Penn National Gaming plans to offer $400 million in eight-year senior unsecured notes, intended for general corporate purposes. The Company projects Q2 2021 revenues between $1.45 billion and $1.55 billion, representing an 18% sequential increase. Adjusted EBITDAR is expected to range from $540 million to $580 million, with year-over-year revenue growth of 10%. The offering is exempt from the Securities Act, targeting qualified institutional buyers only.
Penn National Gaming has appointed Vimla Black-Gupta to its Board of Directors, expanding the board to nine members, with eight being independent under NASDAQ rules. Black-Gupta has over 25 years in marketing, having held senior roles at companies like Procter & Gamble and Estee Lauder. Currently, she serves as CMO for a skincare startup and previously led marketing at Equinox Fitness Clubs.
The Chairman praised her extensive experience as beneficial for the company's evolving marketing strategies in online sports betting and iGaming, aiming to enhance engagement with their customer base.
Penn National Gaming (PENN) has received final approval from the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Commission to acquire Hollywood Casino Perryville for $31.1 million, with a closing projected in mid-2021. The acquisition, initially agreed upon in December 2020, will expand Penn National's footprint to its 20th gaming jurisdiction and includes a lease agreement with Gaming and Leisure Properties, Inc. for annual rent of approximately $7.77 million. The move is timely as Maryland recently legalized sports betting, allowing Penn National to enhance its omni-channel platform with Barstool-branded offerings.
Penn National Gaming announced that the Indiana Gaming Commission has approved its application to launch online sports wagering in Indiana. The Barstool Sportsbook app is set to go live on May 18, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. CST, making Indiana the fourth market for Penn National's online betting, following Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Illinois. CEO Jay Snowden highlighted the popularity of existing retail sportsbooks and plans for unique promotional wagers tied to upcoming events like the NBA Playoffs and the Indianapolis 500.
Penn National Gaming reported strong Q1 2021 results with revenues of $1.27 billion, up from $1.12 billion in Q1 2020. Adjusted EBITDAR reached $447 million, a 7% increase from $391 million in Q1 2019. The integration of the Barstool Sportsbook and the launch of online gaming in new states boosted performance. The company’s cash balance stood at $2.1 billion, with net debt of $353 million. Despite a 6% decline in revenue compared to Q1 2019, the company experienced 12% growth in Adjusted EBITDAR when adjusted for casino closures.