New York's mobile sports wagering handle increased 6% in February to $2.09bn, while FanDuel and DraftKings reported declines, according to the available report text.
The reported market growth contrasts with declines at two named operators, informing analysis of New York wagering performance.
Quarter ended 30 September 2026
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A Federal Reserve Bank of New York study found that counties introducing mobile sports betting saw delinquency rates rise by 0.31 percentage points from a 10.71% baseline. The study estimated a 10% increase among bettors, rising to 26% for those under 40; it also reported increases in nearby counties where betting remained illegal.
Sports betting in Illinois rose 1% to $1.17 billion in February, driven by higher online betting, according to the report.
Massachusetts online sports betting brands reported a 1% year-on-year fall in February betting to $611.1m, according to the available report text.
The Montana Lottery reported that sports betting handle in Montana rose 44% in February to $5.4 million.
Kentucky sports wagering totalled $247.2 million in February, reportedly. The figure was 10% higher than a year earlier, while retail betting declined.