# Churchill Downs financial performance and corporate updates

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/churchill-downs-financial-performance-and-corporate-updates
> Updated: 2026-10-28T20:19:04.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Churchill Downs Inc. reported record third-quarter financial results, including a net income of $80 million and revenue of $696 million. While adjusted earnings in the live and historical-racing segment saw a slight decrease, overall revenue for that segment rose to $315 million.

Following these results, the company’s Board of Directors approved a new $750 million share repurchase program, which replaces a previous $500 million authorization. The company also announced a 7% increase in its annual dividend to $0.469 per share.

Operational updates include plans to relocate a historical racing machine entertainment venue to a new facility near Martinsville Speedway in Virginia. Furthermore, the company and the New York Racing Association intend to expand the Thoroughbred Championship Series in 2027 by introducing separate Derby and Oaks divisions.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-28: Churchill Downs approves $750 million share buyback program

Churchill Downs has authorized a new $750 million share buyback program and increased its annual dividend by 7% following record third-quarter net revenue.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/churchill-downs-approves-750-million-share-buyback-program

### 2026-10-27: Churchill Downs reports record third-quarter net income

Churchill Downs Inc. posted record third-quarter net income of $80 million and announced plans to relocate its historical racing machine venue in Virginia.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/churchill-downs-reports-record-third-quarter-net-income

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