Penn reports Q1 digital growth as online casino revenue rises 15%
Penn Entertainment reported that its interactive segment generated $172.5 million in Q1, up from $161.9 million a year earlier. The company said online casino revenue increased 15% year on year and chief executive Jay Snowden hopes the digital business will become profitable by year-end. Penn also said it plans to invest about $20 million in customer acquisition.
Penn’s online casino revenue grew, while its profitability target and planned customer acquisition investment matter to investors.