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Bet365 sale speculation names private equity firms as possible buyers

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Bet365 has not announced a sale, while speculation that founder Denise Coates is considering a sale or public listing has prompted discussion of potential buyers. Apollo, CVC Capital and Blackstone are mentioned as possible private equity bidders, while DraftKings is described as a potential public-company buyer facing financing constraints.

A possible change in Bet365’s ownership could affect competitors and investors, but the company has not confirmed a sale process.

End-of-day close DraftKings (DKNG), USD, to 20 June 2025
Story date24 March 202520 June 2025

Latest reported results

DraftKings NASDAQ: DKNG

Quarter ended 30 September 2026

Revenue
USD 1.33bn10-Q filing 0001883685-26-000041
Operating income
−USD 493.1m10-Q filing 0001883685-26-000041

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