Business
June 4, 2026
Investors Cautiously Optimistic on Bally’s-Evoke Deal
Despite protracted negotiations and market uncertainty, industry experts believe that the rumored acquisition deal between Bally’s Corp. and Evoke plc remains on the table. Talks between the two sides have protracted beyond initial expectations, with both parties agreeing to extend a key deadline. While that delay has raised questions about potential issues with the deal, […]
Business
June 3, 2026
Rumors Coming True: TPG Emerges as Key Backer in Proposed Evoke Takeover
A significant financing partner is being lined up to support the proposed acquisition of Evoke, the gambling group behind William Hill and 888, in a move that could visibly boost the chances of a deal going ahead. The news follows March’s rumors of an imminent takeover announcement following Evoke’s call to postpone its FY 2025 […]
Business
April 30, 2026
Evoke Posts 2025 Results, Reporting Strength in Its International Segment
Leading betting & gaming operator evoke has announced its financial results for the year ended December 31, 2025. The company’s performance in the UK waned slightly, but the International Online segment offset the decline. Evoke’s International Online Segment Performed Strongly Evoke, which is the name behind gaming brands, such as 888, Mr Green, and William […]
Business
April 22, 2026
Bally’s Intralot’s Is Eying Up More Mergers After the Expected Evoke Purchase
During Bally’s Intralot’s recent Q1 earnings call, its CEO, Robeson Reeves, explained that the company is looking for other potential merger targets beyond the current bid for indebted British bookmaker Evoke. Bally’s Intralot CEO Says More Mergers Are Ahead Reeves told investors that, beyond Evoke, the company continues to assess the broader merger and acquisition […]
Business
March 20, 2026
Rumors: Bally’s Corp. Is Set to Acquire Evoke
According to NEXT.io, Bally’s Corp. is positioned to acquire the entirety of Evoke plc because the former is ready to purchase the group in its entirety, which aligns with the wishes of the latter’s board. Bally’s Corp. Rumored to Have Its Eyes on Evoke One source said that for Evoke, a single buyer would be […]
Business
January 27, 2026
Evoke Posts Q4 2025 Results, Continues Strategic Review
International gaming giant evoke has published its financial report for the final quarter of 2025 (Q4), reporting stable casino performance that was partially offset by weaker betting results. The company also confirmed that it is still evaluating a range of options to maximize shareholder value. The Company’s Fourth-Quarter Performance Was Strong In its report, evoke, […]
Business
December 10, 2025
Evoke Considers Sale as UK Tax Hike Looms
Evoke, formerly known as 888, has initiated a strategic review of its business due to its continued business difficulties. Officials teased that a potential sale of the company could be on the table. The Company Will Review Its Options In a regulatory release on December 10, 2025, Evoke confirmed that its board of directors has […]
Legal
November 19, 2025
Evoke Faces Fresh Scrutiny in Austria as CEO Named in Private Criminal Complaint
Evoke plc and some of its top executives face renewed scrutiny, this time in Austria, where the company’s CEO, Per Widerström, has been named in a private criminal complaint related to a dispute over historic gambling losses. The case, brought by an Austrian physician, was filed with the Vienna Public Prosecutor’s Office on November 13 […]
Business
October 28, 2025
Evoke Posts Q3 Report, Remains on Track to Beating Market Expectations
Gambling leader evoke has published its financial results for the three-month period ended September 30, 2025 (Q3). The company highlighted slight increases across the board and expressed confidence in delivering adjusted EBITDA ahead of current market expectations. Evoke Reports Its Fifth Consecutive Quarter of Growth In its report, evoke highlighted revenue of GBP 435 million […]
Business
October 21, 2025
Evoke Parts Ways with Chair Mendelsohn, Appoints New Board Members
Evoke, the gaming company behind leading brands, such as Mr Green, William Hill and 888, has unveiled major changes to its board, including the departure of its board chair, Lord Jon Mendelsohn. In the meantime, the company welcomed Mark Summerfield as its new permanent non-executive chair and Anne de Kerckhove as its permanent deputy chair. […]
