Brazil betting ban impacts Allwyn and Betano targets

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The Brazilian government has imposed a temporary ban on online sports betting and iGaming, effective September 25, 2026. The measure is set for 120 days but could extend until early March 2027 if the Brazilian Congress remains in recess.

This regulatory shift has significantly impacted Allwyn AG, which holds a 36.75% stake in Kaizen Gaming (the operator of Betano). Due to the uncertainty, Allwyn has withdrawn its previous 2026 Adjusted EBITDA margin target of approximately 37%. Citi analysts estimate that the ban could negatively impact Allwyn’s Q4 2026 Adjusted EBITDA by at least 10%, noting that Brazil accounts for 40% to 45% of Betano’s revenue.

Betano is preparing legal action, citing a five-year operating license granted on January 1, 2025, and is exploring cost-reduction measures. Despite the setback in its largest market, Betano maintains a broad international presence and plans to enter four new markets in early 2027.

Separately, Allwyn AG announced it acquired 1,181,235 treasury shares via Euronext Athens between September 21 and 25, 2026, for a total cost of approximately €14.42 million. Additionally, the company continues its Allwyn Forward program to support Greek SMEs in international expansion.

Entities

Allwyn AG · Betano · Brazil · Citi · Greece · Kaizen Gaming

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[○ 1 SOURCE] Betano contributes approximately 13% of Allwyn's 2026 adjusted EBITDA. www.ot.gr
[○ 1 SOURCE] A temporary ban on online sports betting and gambling in Brazil is impacting Allwyn's profitability estimates. www.ot.gr
[○ 1 SOURCE] Following the buyback, the company holds 43,804,346 treasury shares, representing 5.43% of total shares. www.mononews.gr
[○ 1 SOURCE] The Allwyn Forward program, in collaboration with Endeavor Greece, has supported 81 companies to date. www.novasports.gr
[○ 1 SOURCE] Allwyn withdrew its 2026 adjusted EBITDA margin forecast of approximately 37%. www.ot.gr
[○ 1 SOURCE] The Brazilian ban could negatively impact Allwyn's adjusted EBITDA by at least 10% in Q4 2026. www.ot.gr
[○ 1 SOURCE] Allwyn AG purchased 1,181,235 treasury shares via Euronext Athens between September 21 and 25, 2026. www.mononews.gr
[○ 1 SOURCE] The total cost of the recent share buyback was €14,416,662.62. www.mononews.gr