M&A Deals
A running timeline of acquisitions, mergers, partnerships and strategic investments reshaping the iGaming supply chain.
Latest deals
- SaleAug 2026Undisclosed
Entain Divests Stake in Entain CEE; Juroszek Discusses Poland’s STS and Industry Shifts
Entain’s €425m sale of its Entain CEE stake to EMMA Capital sets a €2.1bn valuation, as Mateusz Juroszek outlines STS’s enduring leadership, Polish market dynamics, and prospects for igaming liberalisation.
Read more - MergerAug 2026Undisclosed
CMA Accepts Undertakings in Schlumberger–ChampionX Merger Inquiry
UK regulator concludes phase 1 review of Schlumberger’s planned acquisition of ChampionX Corporation by accepting undertakings in lieu of an in-depth investigation.
Read more - AcquisitionAug 2026Undisclosed
Goldman Sachs→Sole Control of Redux Topco via Taurea Bidco Merger
Goldman Sachs will obtain exclusive control of Redux Topco, Inc. through a merger with Taurea Bidco LLC, consolidating its interest in the global reusable packaging sector without triggering Italian or EEA competition concerns.
Read more - MergerAug 2026Undisclosed
CMA Finalises Order Requiring Aramark to Sell Entier After UK Phase 2 Merger Inquiry
UK Competition and Markets Authority’s in-depth investigation concludes with a final order mandating divestment by Aramark Limited of its acquisition of Entier Limited, citing competition concerns in the UK catering market.
Read more - Aug 2026Undisclosed
Spain Expands Lead in European Casino Betting, Optimove Data Shows
Optimove’s report finds Spain setting new highs in monthly casino betting amounts, while Greece retains the lead in deposits and player retention across four key European iGaming markets.
Read more - TakeoverAug 2026132bn
Evolution Board Recommends Rejection of Candle Lake's SEK132bn Takeover Offer
Evolution's directors oppose Candle Lake's mandatory SEK695-per-share bid, citing undervaluation and lack of acquisition intent, with acceptance due by 15 September.
Read more - Aug 2026$50,000
DuelBits Report Models 20-Year Nordic Crypto Casino Player Value Above $50,000
DuelBits projects cumulative 20-year player values for crypto casino users in Sweden, Norway, and Finland at over $49,000, highlighting significant geographic variation.
Read more - Aug 20265 Million
The UAE Lottery Awards Third AED 5 Million Lucky Day Second Prize in Dubai
Dubai-based Philippine national Zenn Ariane Garceles becomes the third second-prize winner of AED 5 million via Lucky Day, as The UAE Lottery records AED 65 million in major payouts over three months.
Read more - Aug 2026Undisclosed
UK Competition and Markets Authority Opens Phase 1 Inquiry Into FirstCash and Ramsdens Deal
The CMA has begun initial information-gathering for the proposed FirstCash and Ramsdens merger, inviting third-party input on its UK market impact before moving to a formal Phase 1 investigation.
Read more - TakeoverAug 2026Undisclosed
Webuild Announces Voluntary Takeover Bid for Full Control of Trevi Group
On 29 July 2026, Webuild S.p.A. declared intent to acquire 100% of Trevi – Finanziaria Industriale S.p.A. via a public offer, aiming for majority control in Euronext Milan-listed geotechnical and infrastructure markets.
Read more - TakeoverAug 2026£243m
Evoke Shareholders Approve £243m Bally’s Intralot All-Share Takeover
99.63% of evoke shares vote in favour as the £2.2bn enterprise value deal, including legacy William Hill assets, moves to completion in early 2027.
Read more - Aug 2026Undisclosed
Optimove Reports Rebound in LatAm Casino Performance Across Three Markets
After several months of decline, key casino activity metrics reversed course in July 2026 in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru, with each market posting gains in deposit and betting volumes.
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