Accel Entertainment reported second-quarter revenue of $335.9m, up 8.6% year on year, and said it operated 4,427 locations at quarter-end. CEO Andy Rubenstein said the company was not seeking major expansion through acquisitions, but would continue to assess opportunities near its existing markets.
Accel reported higher revenue and said it would avoid major acquisition-led expansion while assessing nearby opportunities.
Quarter ended 30 September 2026
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Accel Entertainment said its subsidiary Toucan Gaming acquired the assets of Rice Palace Inc. and South Louisiana Gaming Inc., which own and operate the Rice Palace Truck Stop Casino in Crowley, Louisiana. The deal adds 50 video gaming devices; Accel and Toucan plan to raise the site’s capacity to 60, while financial terms were not disclosed.
Analysts discussed the proposed Fertitta Entertainment acquisition of Caesars, announced on Thursday, and its potential effects on casino operators. J.P. Morgan’s Daniel Politzer raised questions about financing, possible divestitures and shareholder approval, while CBRE’s John DeCree said the sector could see further leveraged and management buyouts.
Accel Entertainment has launched live table games at Fairmount Park Casino & Racing in Illinois, the company said. The offering includes blackjack, roulette and other games. Accel said it acquired the venue in December 2024 for $35 million; Fairmount recorded $2.17 million in adjusted gross revenue from slots and electronic table games in March.
Analysts issued views on Genius Sports, Churchill Downs, Accel Entertainment and Sportradar in notes dated 3, 4 and 9 March. Truist lowered its Genius Sports price target to $13 from $15 while retaining a Buy rating; other notes discussed company performance, potential developments and forecasts.
Accel Entertainment said Chicago video gaming terminals could begin operating in Q4 2026 or Q1 2027, depending on how quickly the Illinois Gaming Board processes an application. The company made the comment alongside its fourth-quarter and 2025 results; the Chicago proposal is still under consideration.