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Gentoo Media's Impressive Q4 2024 Financial Results

Gentoo Media Inc. has concluded the fourth quarter of 2024 with staggering financial results, showcasing an unstoppable growth trajectory. The company reported a record-breaking revenue of EUR 35.9 million, representing a 38% increase from the previous year, thereby achieving its 16th consecutive quarter of record high revenues. This ongoing performance further underscores Gentoo Media's strategic prowess and operational success.

The full-year revenue also reflects an impressive jump, totaling EUR 124.5 million, which marks a 41% rise year-over-year. The company’s earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) stood at EUR 56.6 million, illustrating a notable margin of 45%, excluding costs related to the company’s split.

Growth Strategies and Future Outlook

The year 2024 was remarkably transformative for Gentoo Media, as the company effectively executed a strategic split, enhancing its positioning as a focused business entity. With this split, Gentoo Media now solely operates in the affiliate sector, having distributed its Platform and Sportsbook division to its shareholders. This shift not only streamlines the business operations but also augments its ability to exploit growth opportunities within the online gambling and sports betting industry.

Jonas Warrer, the CEO of Gentoo Media, expressed his satisfaction with the quarterly results. He stated, “I am pleased to present our fourth-quarter report for 2024, marking the 16th consecutive period of record high revenue. This sustained growth demonstrates the strength of our strategy and commitment to delivering long-term value to our shareholders.” Warrer’s confidence reflects the solid foundation the company has built through consistent performance and strategic decisions.

Mikael Harstad, the Chairman of Gentoo Media's Board, echoed the optimism regarding the company’s future. He remarked that despite Gentoo Media establishing itself as a major player in the global online gambling industry, it still retains a relatively small market share, thus opening avenues for substantial growth. This sentiment highlights the management's focus on leveraging their industry position to further drive the company toward becoming a market leader.

Q4 2024 Highlights

• - All-time high revenue: EUR 35.9 million, an increase of 38% year-over-year, with 18% attributed to organic growth.
• - EBITDA before special items reached EUR 14.3 million with a margin of 40%.
• - EBIT reported at EUR 9.8 million, representing a 27% margin.
• - The value of deposits for the quarter soared to EUR 200 million, achieving a growth of 27% year-over-year and totaling EUR 767 million for the fiscal year.
• - Post-split, Gentoo Media has improved cash flow from its operations, providing greater flexibility in capital allocation, which is vital for driving future returns and enhancing shareholder value.
• - Throughout 2024, the company strategically funded its Platform Sportsbook business with EUR 46 million.

Investor Engagement

To further engage investors and stakeholders, Jonas Warrer hosted a presentation of the Q4 2024 results via a livestream event. This interactive session included a Q&A segment open to investors, analysts, and journalists, reinforcing Gentoo Media's commitment to transparency and shareholder engagement.

The culmination of these results signifies Gentoo Media's robust positioning in the market and its potential for continued growth in the forthcoming years. As the company heads into 2025, it is poised to navigate the evolving landscape of online gambling, leveraging its experience and innovative strategies to achieve sustained success.

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