DraftKings Inc.

Q2 FY26Hotels, Restaurants and Leisure

DraftKings Inc. Q2 FY26 Results — Earnings Call Analysis

Q2 FY26 earnings call: what management guided on revenue, margins and order book.

Price₹25

Market cap₹12.2K Cr

P/E264.6

Updated30 May 2026

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What the Q2 FY26 call signalled

2 of 3 strong

RevenueRank 2

MarginRank 3

CapexYes

Not discussed on this call: fundraise, order book.

The short version

- Fiscal year 2026 revenue is expected between $6.5 billion to $6.9 billion, with adjusted EBITDA of $700 million to $900 million (Page 2). - Fiscal year 2026 revenue guidance is reaffirmed at $6.5 billion to $6.9 billion.

From DraftKings Inc.'s Q2 FY26 earnings-call transcript · updated 30 May 2026.

Revenue & Sales Performance

Rank 2

Fiscal year 2026 revenue is expected between $6.5 billion to $6.9 billion, with adjusted EBITDA of $700 million to $900 million (Page 2).
First quarter revenue grew 17% YoY, surpassing $1.6 billion; adjusted EBITDA increased 64% YoY to $168 million (Page 2).
Sportsbook revenue rose 24% YoY to $1.1 billion with a 140 basis point increase in net revenue margin to 7.8% (Page 2).
Predictions market shows strong growth momentum: annualized April consumer volume exceeded $1 billion, total volume traded over $2.3 billion – growing 38% and 43% month-over-month, respectively (Page 2).
Customer acquisition costs (CAC) for Predictions fell over 80% in April, enabling scalable growth (Page 2).
Predictions investment expected to be $200 million to $300 million in 2026, focusing on customer acquisition and product enhancements (Pages 3, 12, 13).
Core business continues steady growth with 15 consecutive weeks of YoY net revenue growth and 22% YoY revenue growth in April (Pages 4, 12).
World Cup and expanded offerings (e.g., Spanish language functionality) are expected to further boost customer acquisition and engagement in 2026 (Page 9).

Profitability & Margins

Fiscal year 2026 revenue guidance is reaffirmed at $6.5 billion to $6.9 billion.
Adjusted EBITDA guidance remains at $700 million to $900 million, factoring in significant Predictions investment.
Core business profitability is improving, with adjusted EBITDA exceeding $200 million in Q1 excluding Predictions and Arkansas launch costs.
Predictions is a strategic priority; expecting substantial investment ($200M–$300M in 2026) to drive growth with an aim to establish leadership by year-end.
Marketing efficiency improved, with customer acquisition costs for Predictions dropping over 80% in April.
Positive unit economics in Predictions with early signs of customer LTV supporting revenue growth.
Growth drivers include expansion into new markets, improved product offerings, and leveraging the Super App to cross-sell.
Expect continued momentum in top-line growth and adjusted EBITDA expansion beyond 2026, though level of Predictions investment and regulatory environment may affect near-term earnings.

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Capital Expenditure Plans

Yes

DraftKings plans to invest significantly in its Predictions product, with total investment expected to be $200 million to $300 million in 2026, covering marketing, product, and technology development.
Investment in Predictions is ongoing into 2027, with expectations to continue growing customer acquisition and product enhancements.
The company is evaluating its broader product suite for capital and human capital allocation to maximize shareholder value, potentially shifting resources between products like Pick6 and Predictions.
DraftKings is increasing focus on the Super App, which integrates various offerings including Sportsbook and Predictions, aiming to enhance cross-product engagement and operational efficiencies.
Experimentation with political and coalition spending (e.g., super PAC) as a strategic investment for advocacy and market conditions assessment.
Product roadmap improvements are planned for the core business, including interface and product enhancements, especially in iGaming, to drive retention and customer lifetime value.

Fundraising & Capital Structure

There is no mention of any current or future fundraising through debt or equity in the provided transcript.
The company has repurchased almost $100 million of its shares in the first quarter, indicating share buybacks rather than equity issuance.
The discussion focuses on investments in Predictions and expansion, but no indication of raising capital through fundraising.
The company appears focused on using its existing cash flow and adjusted EBITDA to fund growth and investments, particularly in Predictions.
No explicit comments on planning to raise debt or equity were made during the Q&A or remarks sections.

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Order Book & Pipeline

The document does not specifically mention "Current/Expected Orderbook" or "Pending Orders" in the conventional business or sales sense. However, related relevant points about investments and business outlook include: - DraftKings expects to invest $200 million to $300 million in Predictions in 2026, including marketing and product technology. - The rest of the business is projected to deliver over $1 billion in adjusted EBITDA in 2026, excluding Prediction investments. - Predictions is viewed as a significant growth driver, with ramping marketing expected especially in the second half of 2026. - Strong momentum in the core business with 22% year-over-year revenue growth reported for April. - Customer acquisition in Predictions is anticipated to increase significantly, particularly around the World Cup. - Continuous evaluation of product suite efficiency and capital allocation to maximize shareholder value. No explicit data on "orderbook" or "pending orders" is provided.

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DraftKings Inc. currently shows a moderate growth signal based on ranking data. The stock trades at a P/E of 264.6 with a market cap of $12,170. Investors should review the full earnings analysis for detailed insights.

Is DraftKings Inc. planning capital expenditure?

- DraftKings plans to invest significantly in its Predictions product, with total investment expected to be $200 million to $300 million in 2026, covering marketing, product, and technology development.

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