FLUTBreakout from 1st stage to 2nd stage VCP Fall + Winter = Football + Basketball + Baseball Playoffs = Betting Co. $$$$$Longby ptcll96108Published 0
Flutter Entertainment Surges 10% on Strong Earnings ReportsFlutter Entertainment (NYSE: FLUT), the parent company of FanDuel, reported outstanding second-quarter earnings this week, propelling its stock up nearly 10% as the company continues to dominate the U.S. sports betting market while also expanding its global reach. The remarkable earnings and strategic decisions, particularly the choice not to pass on a new Illinois tax to consumers, have positioned Flutter as a leading force in the gambling industry. FanDuel’s Market Domination The star of Flutter's portfolio, FanDuel, has consistently captured the lion's share of the U.S. sports betting market. The platform now controls 47% of the market based on gross gaming revenue, a lead that continues to widen, even in states where sports betting is well-established. FanDuel's dominance is not only evident in sports betting but also in the iGaming sector, where it holds a 25% market share. The company’s innovative and customer-centric approach has been key to this success, as highlighted by its recent decision to forego a surcharge in response to an Illinois tax hike. Illinois Tax Decision: A Competitive Advantage Earlier this month, Illinois raised its tax rate on gambling companies with the largest adjusted gross revenue to 40%. In response, rival DraftKings announced plans to introduce a surcharge on consumers in states with the highest taxes, including Illinois. However, FanDuel chose a different path. Rather than passing the additional costs onto customers, FanDuel opted to absorb the tax hike, focusing on more localized marketing and promotions to offset the impact. This move not only garnered positive attention from consumers but also placed additional pressure on DraftKings, which subsequently reversed its decision to impose a surcharge. Gaming analysts praised FanDuel’s strategy, noting that it could strengthen the company’s competitive advantage by potentially driving smaller players to increase their prices, allowing FanDuel to capture even more market share. Flutter’s Shift to the U.S. Flutter Entertainment’s (NYSE: NYSE:FLUT ) focus on the U.S. market was further underscored by its decision to shift its headquarters and primary stock listing to New York. The U.S. is Flutter’s largest market, and the company’s performance there has been nothing short of spectacular. In the second quarter, Flutter reported a 20% year-over-year increase in revenue to $3.61 billion, far surpassing analysts' expectations. Net income more than quadrupled to $297 million, further solidifying Flutter’s financial strength. On the back of these strong results, Flutter (NYSE: NYSE:FLUT ) raised its full-year revenue projections to $6.2 billion for the U.S. market and $8 billion for its combined non-U.S. markets, reflecting the company’s confidence in its growth trajectory. Global Expansion: Eyes on Italy As Flutter (NYSE: NYSE:FLUT ) continues to strengthen its position in the U.S., it is also eyeing opportunities for expansion in other key markets. The company is reportedly in talks to acquire Snaitech, one of Italy's largest gambling platforms, from UK gambling technology firm Playtech. The deal, estimated to be worth around £2 billion ($2.57 billion), would significantly bolster Flutter’s presence in Italy, where it already owns Sisal, the largest online gambling operator. The potential acquisition of Snaitech comes as part of Flutter’s broader strategy to expand its global footprint. If successful, this deal would join a series of recent acquisitions by Flutter, reinforcing its status as the world's largest gambling firm. Technical Outlook It's important to remember the following details about Flutter Entertainment stock: As of the time of writing, the stock is up 7.76% in trading, with a Relative Strength Index (RSI) of 61.89, indicating potential for further growth. The daily price chart shows a gap up due to an earnings beat. The Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) stands at 0.77, signifying a bullish trend. According to 8 analysts from stockanalysis.com, the average rating for NYSE:FLUT stock is "Strong Buy." Furthermore, the 12-month stock price forecast is $244.0, indicating an 18.30% increase from the latest price. A Bright Future Ahead Flutter Entertainment’s strong financial performance, strategic moves in the U.S., and potential global acquisitions have positioned the company for continued success. With FanDuel leading the charge in the U.S. and a growing presence in international markets, Flutter is set to maintain its leadership in the global gambling industry. As the company continues to innovate and expand, investors and industry watchers alike will be keeping a close eye on what’s next for this gambling giant.Longby DEXWireNewsPublished 2
FLTR: some cup-and-handle pattern?A price action above 10600 supports a bullish trend direction. Crossing below this level will negate the bullish bias. Further trend support above 10900. Crossing above 11200 might target 11700. Crossing below 10800 might be the first sign of pending weakness. Longby Peet_SerfonteinPublished 0
FLTR.. A Great Long to take.FLTR has risen greatly after the pandemic, growing to new heights quickly. We have now had our dip back to support and are looking to take this long. Strong Technicals Combined with strong fundamentals make FLTR an excellent long trade to take. Now is a good time to buy your shares in FLTR as we see a move back up to the highs.Longby WillSebastianPublished 0
FLTR ShortAfter testing and get rejected that triple top the "breakout" if it can be even called that are negligible, time for mean reverting - plenty of are down to drop Shortby Boring_charts_hereUpdated 2
Flutter or CallBuy the dip? Uptrend temporally broken (Gann 2/1 and 3/1) but possible bullish PVT could still be in-tacked going into Feb 2019 earnings and potential mergerby recommendedforexPublished 224