UK Remote Gaming Duty rise to 40% adds pressure on listed operators
Remote Gaming Duty in the UK is due to rise from 21% to 40% on 1 April 2026, with analysts saying the increase could affect online-sector margins. Market commentary also linked gambling-share declines to US prediction-market growth; Matchbook was reportedly preparing a UK launch in the coming weeks.
The scheduled duty increase would raise the tax rate for online operators, while prediction-market competition is also drawing investor attention.