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Century Casinos, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter 2018 Results

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March 11, 2019

George Miller

Century Casinos, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter 2018 Results Reading Time: 14 minutes

Century Casinos, Inc. today announced its financial results for the three months and year ended December 31, 2018.

Fourth Quarter 2018 Highlights*

Net operating revenue was $45.1 million, an increase of 15% from the three months ended December 31, 2017.
Earnings from operations were $2.0 million, an increase of 16% from the three months ended December 31, 2017.
Net earnings attributable to Century Casinos, Inc. shareholders were $0.5 million, an increase of 110% from the three months ended December 31, 2017.
Adjusted EBITDA** was $5.8 million, an increase of 7% from the three months ended December 31, 2017.
Basic and diluted earnings per share were $0.02, an increase of 110% from the three months ended December 31, 2017.

2018 Highlights*

Net operating revenue was $168.9 million, an increase of 10% from the year ended December 31, 2017.
Earnings from operations were $9.5 million, a decrease of 35% from the year ended December 31, 2017.
Net earnings attributable to Century Casinos, Inc. shareholders were $3.4 million, a decrease of 46% from the year ended December 31, 2017.
Adjusted EBITDA** was $23.4 million, a decrease of 10% from the year ended December 31, 2017.
Basic earnings per share were $0.12, a decrease of 52% from the year ended December 31, 2017.
Diluted earnings per share were $0.11, a decrease of 54% from the year ended December 31, 2017.
Book value per share*** at December 31, 2018 was $6.00.

The consolidated results for the three months and year ended December 31, 2018 and 2017 are as follows:



Amounts in thousands, except per share data	For the three months ended December 31,						For the year ended December 31,
Consolidated Results:			2018		2017	% Change			2018		2017	% Change
Net Operating Revenue		$	45,106	$	39,293	15%		$	168,938	$	154,069	10%
Earnings from Operations			1,976		1,706	16%			9,459		14,615	(35%)
Net Earnings (Loss) Attributable to Century Casinos, Inc. Shareholders		$	506	$	(5,334)	110%		$	3,394	$	6,259	(46%)

Adjusted EBITDA**		$	5,801	$	5,408	7%		$	23,377	$	26,086	(10%)

Earnings (Loss) Per Share:
Basic		$	0.02	$	(0.20)	110%		$	0.12	$	0.25	(52%)
Diluted		$	0.02	$	(0.19)	111%		$	0.11	$	0.24	(54%)

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (the “Tax Act”), enacted on December 22, 2017, increased the Company’s income tax expense by $5.4 million during the fourth quarter of 2017 due to the tax law changes that were effective for the 2017 tax year. The increased income tax expense increased net loss attributable to Century Casinos, Inc. shareholders for the fourth quarter of 2017 and decreased net earnings attributable to Century Casinos, Inc. shareholders for the year ended December 31, 2017. See Note 11 to the Company’s Consolidated Financial Statements included in Part II, Item 8, “Financial Statements and Supplementary Data”, of the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2018 for a discussion of the impact of the Tax Act.

“This quarter we continued to see revenue growth in each of our segments and ended the year growing revenue by 10%. We are pleased with this growth, especially with the longer-than-expected casino closures in Poland due to licensing delays, which we estimate negatively impacted net operating revenue by $9.8 million,” Erwin Haitzmann and Peter Hoetzinger, Co-Chief Executive Officers of Century Casinos remarked. “We are excited for the upcoming year with the opening of Century Mile Racetrack and Casino on April 1^st and a Grand Opening celebration planned for April 28^th, the first day of live horse racing,” Messrs. Haitzmann and Hoetzinger concluded.

Reportable Segment Results*

The table below shows the Company’s operating segments that are included in each of the Company’s reportable segments as of December 31, 2018:


Reportable Segment	Operating Segment
Canada	Century Casino & Hotel – Edmonton
Canada	Century Casino St. Albert
Canada	Century Casino Calgary
Canada	Century Downs Racetrack and Casino
Canada	Century Bets!
Canada	Century Mile Racetrack and Casino
United States	Century Casino & Hotel – Central City
United States	Century Casino & Hotel – Cripple Creek
Poland	Casinos Poland
Corporate and Other	Cruise Ships & Other
Corporate and Other	Century Casino Bath
Corporate and Other	Corporate Other

The Company’s net operating revenue increased by $5.8 million, or 15%, and by $14.9 million, or 10%, for the three months and year ended December 31, 2018, compared to the three months and year ended December 31, 2017. Following is a summary of the changes in net operating revenue by reportable segment for the three months and year ended December 31, 2018, compared to the three months and year ended December 31, 2017:


	Net Operating Revenue
	For the three months							For the year
	ended December 31,							ended December 31,
Amounts in thousands	2018		2017		$ Change		% Change	2018		2017		$ Change		% Change
Canada	$	15,678	$	15,247	$	431	3%	$	61,361	$	57,732	$	3,629	6%
United States		7,938		7,671		267	4%		33,483		32,154		1,329	4%
Poland		19,514		15,414		4,100	27%		68,209		59,796		8,413	14%
Corporate and Other		1,976		961		1,015	106%		5,885		4,387		1,498	34%
Consolidated	$	45,106	$	39,293	$	5,813	15%	$	168,938	$	154,069	$	14,869	10%

The Company’s earnings from operations increased by $0.3 million, or 16%, and decreased by ($5.2) million, or (35%), for the three months and year ended December 31, 2018, compared to the three months and year ended December 31, 2017. Following is a summary of the changes in earnings (loss) from operations by reportable segment for the three months and year ended December 31, 2018, compared to the three months and year ended December 31, 2017:


	Earnings (Loss) from Operations
	For the three months							For the year
	ended December 31,							ended December 31,
Amounts in thousands	2018		2017		$ Change		% Change	2018		2017		$ Change		% Change
Canada	$	3,675	$	4,012	$	(337)	(8%)	$	14,633	$	14,608	$	25	—
United States		1,033		1,041		(8)	(1%)		5,882		5,599		283	5%
Poland		460		(648)		1,108	171%		145		2,587		(2,442)	(94%)
Corporate and Other		(3,192)		(2,699)		(493)	(18%)		(11,201)		(8,179)		(3,022)	(37%)
Consolidated	$	1,976	$	1,706	$	270	16%	$	9,459	$	14,615	$	(5,156)	(35%)

Net earnings (loss) attributable to Century Casinos, Inc. shareholders increased by $5.8 million, or 110%, and decreased by ($2.9) million, or (46%), for the three months and year ended December 31, 2018, compared to the three months and year ended December 31, 2017. Following is a summary of the changes in net earnings (loss) attributable to Century Casinos, Inc. shareholders by reportable segment for the three months and year ended December 31, 2018, compared to the three months and year ended December 31, 2017:


	Net Earnings (Loss) Attributable to Century Casinos, Inc. Shareholders
	For the three months							For the year
	ended December 31,							ended December 31,
Amounts in thousands	2018		2017		$ Change		% Change	2018		2017		$ Change		% Change
Canada	$	2,077	$	1,751	$	326	19%	$	7,715	$	7,681	$	34	—
United States		767		646		121	19%		4,373		3,469		904	26%
Poland		179		(704)		883	125%		(153)		1,280		(1,433)	(112%)
Corporate and Other		(2,517)		(7,027)		4,510	64%		(8,541)		(6,171)		(2,370)	(38%)
Consolidated	$	506	$	(5,334)	$	5,840	110%	$	3,394	$	6,259	$	(2,865)	(46%)

Items deducted from or added to earnings from operations to arrive at net earnings (loss) attributable to Century Casinos, Inc. shareholders include interest income, interest expense, gains (losses) on foreign currency transactions and other, income tax expense and non-controlling interests.

The Company’s Adjusted EBITDA** increased by $0.4 million, or 7%, and decreased by ($2.7) million, or (10%), for the three months and year ended December 31, 2018 compared to the three months and year ended December 31, 2017. Following is a summary of the changes in Adjusted EBITDA** by reportable segment for the three months and year ended December 31, 2018 compared to the three months and year ended December 31, 2017:


	Adjusted EBITDA**
	For the three months							For the year
	ended December 31,							ended December 31,
Amounts in thousands	2018		2017		$ Change		% Change	2018		2017		$ Change		% Change
Canada	$	4,991	$	4,930	$	61	1%	$	19,522	$	18,171	$	1,351	7%
United States		1,582		1,622		(40)	(3%)		8,061		8,005		56	1%
Poland		1,733		987		746	76%		4,890		6,406		(1,516)	(24%)
Corporate and Other		(2,505)		(2,131)		(374)	(18%)		(9,096)		(6,496)		(2,600)	(40%)
Consolidated	$	5,801	$	5,408	$	393	7%	$	23,377	$	26,086	$	(2,709)	(10%)

*	Amounts presented are rounded. As such, rounding differences could occur in period over period changes and percentages reported.
**	Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA margin are Non-GAAP financial measures. See discussion and reconciliation of Non-GAAP financial measures in Supplemental Information below.
***	The Company defines book value per share as total Century Casinos, Inc. shareholders’ equity divided by outstanding common shares.

Balance Sheet and Liquidity

As of December 31, 2018, the Company had $45.6 million in cash and cash equivalents and $59.5 million in outstanding debt on its balance sheet compared to $74.7 million in cash and cash equivalents and $56.7 million in outstanding debt at December 31, 2017. The outstanding debt as of December 31, 2018 included $40.5 million related to the Company’s credit agreement with the Bank of Montreal, $2.6 million of bank debt related to Casinos Poland, $2.4 million of bank debt related to Century Casino Bath, $0.2 million related to capital leases for Century Resorts Alberta, Century Casino Calgary, Century Casino St. Albert, Century Downs Racetrack and Casino (“CDR”) and Century Mile Racetrack and Casino, and $14.3 million related to a long-term land lease for CDR, net of $0.5 million in deferred financing costs.

Conference Call Information

Today the Company will post a copy of its Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC for the year ended December 31, 2018 on its website at https://www.cnty.com/corporate/investor-relations/sec-filings. The Company will also post a presentation on the year end results on its website at https://www.cnty.com/corporate/investor-relations/presentations-and-interviews.

The Company will host its fourth quarter 2018 earnings conference call today, Monday, March 11^th, at 8:00 am MDT; 3:00 pm CET, respectively. U.S. domestic participants should dial 1-844-244-9160. For all international participants, please use 330-931-4670 to dial-in. Participants may listen to the call live at https://centurycasinos.adobeconnect.com/earningsrelease or obtain a recording of the call on the Company’s website until March 31, 2019 at https://www.cnty.com/corporate/investor-relations/sec-filings.

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION – US GAAP BASIS
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Earnings (Loss)

	For the three months					For the year
	ended December 31,					ended December 31,
Amounts in thousands, except for per share information		2018		2017			2018		2017
Operating revenue:
Net operating revenue		$	45,106	$	39,293		$	168,938	$	154,069
Operating costs and expenses:
Total operating costs and expenses			43,152		37,587			159,502		139,454
Earnings from equity investment			22		—			23		—
Earnings from operations			1,976		1,706			9,459		14,615
Non-operating income (expense), net			(1,053)		(122)			(3,536)		(2,164)
Earnings before income taxes			923		1,584			5,923		12,451
Income tax provision			(133)		(6,614)			(1,917)		(4,560)
Net earnings (loss)			790		(5,030)			4,006		7,891
Net earnings attributable to non-controlling interests			(284)		(304)			(612)		(1,632)
Net earnings (loss) attributable to Century Casinos, Inc. shareholders		$	506	$	(5,334)		$	3,394	$	6,259

Earnings (loss) per share attributable to Century Casinos, Inc.:
Basic		$	0.02	$	(0.20)		$	0.12	$	0.25
Diluted		$	0.02	$	(0.19)		$	0.11	$	0.24

Weighted average common shares
Basic			29,439		26,863			29,401		25,068
Diluted			29,861		27,479			29,962		25,559

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION – US GAAP BASIS
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets
(Amounts in thousands)
	December 31,		December 31,
	2018		2017
Assets
Current assets	$	54,974	$	84,321
Property and equipment, net		187,017		152,778
Other assets		36,834		37,777
Total assets	$	278,825	$	274,876

Liabilities and Equity
Current liabilities	$	50,020	$	34,438
Non-current liabilities		45,422		53,120
Century Casinos, Inc. shareholders’ equity		176,321		179,897
Non-controlling interests		7,062		7,421
Total liabilities and equity	$	278,825	$	274,876

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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Constant Currency* Results (unaudited)

	For the three months					For the year
	ended December 31,					ended December 31,
Amounts in thousands		2018		2017	% Change		2018		2017	% Change
Net operating revenue as reported (GAAP)	$	45,106	$	39,293	15%	$	168,938	$	154,069	10%
Foreign currency impact vs. 2017		1,600					(2,985)
Net operating revenue constant currency (non-GAAP)*	$	46,706	$	39,293	19%	$	165,953	$	154,069	8%

Earnings from operations (GAAP)	$	1,976	$	1,706	16%	$	9,459	$	14,615	(35%)
Foreign currency impact vs. 2017		151					27
Earnings from operations constant currency (non-GAAP)*	$	2,127	$	1,706	25%	$	9,486	$	14,615	(35%)

Net earnings (loss) attributable to Century Casinos, Inc. shareholders as reported (GAAP)	$	506	$	(5,334)	110%	$	3,394	$	6,259	(46%)
Foreign currency impact vs. 2017		79					90
Net earnings (loss) attributable to Century Casinos, Inc. shareholders constant currency (non-GAAP)*	$	585	$	(5,334)	111%	$	3,484	$	6,259	(44%)

Gains and losses on foreign currency transactions are added back to net earnings in the Company’s Adjusted EBITDA** calculations. As such, there is no foreign currency impact to Adjusted EBITDA** when calculating Constant Currency* results.

Adjusted EBITDA Margins *** (unaudited)

	For the three months		For the year
	ended December 31,		ended December 31,
	2018	2017	2018	2017
Canada	32%	32%	32%	31%
United States	20%	21%	24%	25%
Poland	9%	6%	7%	11%
Corporate and Other	(127%)	(222%)	(155%)	(148%)
Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA Margin	13%	14%	14%	17%

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Reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA ** to Net Earnings (Loss) Attributable to Century Casinos, Inc. Shareholders by Reportable Segment.

	For the three months ended December 31, 2018
Amounts in thousands		Canada		United States		Poland		Corporate and Other		Total
Net earnings (loss) attributable to Century Casinos, Inc. shareholders		$	2,077	$	767	$	179	$	(2,517)	$	506
Interest expense (income), net			1,084		—		50		65		1,199
Income taxes (benefit)			435		266		280		(848)		133
Depreciation and amortization			779		548		1,025		402		2,754
Net earnings attributable to non-controlling interests			174		—		89		21		284
Non-cash stock-based compensation			—		—		—		255		255
(Gain) loss on foreign currency transactions, cost recovery income and other			(95)		—		(138)		94		(139)
Loss on disposition of fixed assets			4		1		27		23		55
Pre-opening expenses			533		—		221		—		754
Adjusted EBITDA		$	4,991	$	1,582	$	1,733	$	(2,505)	$	5,801

	For the three months ended December 31, 2017
Amounts in thousands		Canada		United States		Poland		Corporate and Other		Total
Net earnings (loss) attributable to Century Casinos, Inc. shareholders		$	1,751	$	646	$	(704)	$	(7,027)	$	(5,334)
Interest expense (income), net			942		—		34		(4)		972
Income taxes			1,308		395		510		4,401		6,614
Depreciation and amortization			898		581		1,045		91		2,615
Net earnings (loss) attributable to non-controlling interests			655		—		(351)		—		304
Non-cash stock-based compensation			—		—		—		250		250
Gain on foreign currency transactions and cost recovery income			(644)		—		(137)		(26)		(807)
Loss on disposition of fixed assets			4		—		278		—		282
Acquisition costs			—		—		—		6		6
Pre-opening expenses			16		—		312		178		506
Adjusted EBITDA		$	4,930	$	1,622	$	987	$	(2,131)	$	5,408

	For the Year ended December 31, 2018
Amounts in thousands		Canada		United States		Poland		Corporate and Other		Total
Net earnings (loss) attributable to Century Casinos, Inc. shareholders		$	7,715	$	4,373	$	(153)	$	(8,541)	$	3,394
Interest expense (income), net			3,895		1		206		12		4,114
Income taxes (benefit)			2,536		1,508		595		(2,722)		1,917
Depreciation and amortization			3,211		2,178		3,065		945		9,399
Net earnings (loss) attributable to non-controlling interests			722		—		(75)		(35)		612
Non-cash stock-based compensation			—		—		—		868		868
(Gain) loss on foreign currency transactions and cost recovery income			(235)		—		(428)		2		(661)
Loss on disposition of fixed assets			10		1		1,054		25		1,090
Pre-opening expenses			1,668		—		626		350		2,644
Adjusted EBITDA		$	19,522	$	8,061	$	4,890	$	(9,096)	$	23,377

	For the Year ended December 31, 2017
Amounts in thousands		Canada		United States		Poland		Corporate and Other		Total
Net earnings (loss) attributable to Century Casinos, Inc. shareholders		$	7,681	$	3,469	$	1,280	$	(6,171)	$	6,259
Interest expense (income), net			3,487		2		105		(25)		3,569
Income taxes (benefit)			3,008		2,128		1,388		(1,964)		4,560
Depreciation and amortization			3,427		2,405		2,747		366		8,945
Net earnings attributable to non-controlling interests			996		—		636		—		1,632
Non-cash stock-based compensation			—		—		—		669		669
(Gain) loss on foreign currency transactions and cost recovery income			(564)		—		(822)		24		(1,362)
Loss on disposition of fixed assets			83		1		535		3		622
Acquisition costs			28		—		—		327		355
Pre-opening expenses			25		—		537		275		837
Adjusted EBITDA		$	18,171	$	8,005	$	6,406	$	(6,496)	$	26,086

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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

* The impact of foreign exchange rates is highly variable and difficult to predict. The Company uses a Constant Currency basis to show the impact from foreign exchange rates on current period financial information compared to prior period financial information using the prior period’s foreign exchange rates. In order to properly understand the underlying business trends and performance of the Company’s ongoing operations, management believes that investors may find it useful to consider the impact of excluding changes in foreign exchange rates from the Company’s net operating revenue, earnings from operations and net earnings (loss) attributable to Century Casinos, Inc. shareholders. Constant currency results are calculated by dividing the current quarter or year to date local currency segment results, excluding the local currency impact of foreign currency gains and losses, by the prior year’s average exchange rate for the quarter or year to date and comparing them to actual U.S. dollar results for the prior quarter or year to date. The average exchange rates for the current and prior year are reported in Note 2 to the Consolidated Financial Statements included in Part II, Item 8, “Financial Statements and Supplementary Data” of the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K. The average exchange rates for the three months ended December 31, 2018 and 2017 are presented below.


	For the three months
	ended December 31,
Average Rates	2018	2017	% Change
Canadian dollar (CAD)	1.3218	1.2708	(4.0%)
Euros (EUR)	0.8763	0.8491	(3.2%)
Polish zloty (PLN)	3.7668	3.5922	(4.9%)
British pound (GBP)	0.7773	0.7534	(3.2%)
Source: Pacific Exchange Rate Service

Constant currency information is not a measure of financial performance under generally accepted accounting principles in the United States of America (GAAP) and should not be considered a substitute for net operating revenue, earnings from operations or net earnings (loss) attributable to Century Casinos, Inc. shareholders as determined in accordance with GAAP.

** The Company defines Adjusted EBITDA as net earnings (loss) attributable to Century Casinos, Inc. shareholders before interest expense (income), net, income taxes (benefit), depreciation and amortization, non-controlling interests net earnings (loss) and transactions, pre-opening expenses, acquisition costs, non-cash stock-based compensation charges, asset impairment costs, (gain) loss on disposition of fixed assets, discontinued operations, (gain) loss on foreign currency transactions, cost recovery income and other, gain on business combination and certain other one-time items, such as acquisition and disposition costs and gain or loss. Intercompany transactions consisting primarily of management and royalty fees and interest, along with their related tax effects, are excluded from the presentation of net earnings (loss) and Adjusted EBITDA reported for each segment. Not all of the aforementioned items occur in each reporting period, but have been included in the definition based on historical activity. These adjustments have no effect on the consolidated results as reported under GAAP. Adjusted EBITDA is not considered a measure of performance recognized under GAAP. Management believes that Adjusted EBITDA is a valuable measure of the relative performance of the Company and its properties. The gaming industry commonly uses Adjusted EBITDA as a method of arriving at the economic value of a casino operation. Management uses Adjusted EBITDA to compare the relative operating performance of separate operating units by eliminating the above mentioned items associated with the varying levels of capital expenditures for infrastructure required to generate revenue and the often high cost of acquiring existing operations. Adjusted EBITDA is used by the Company’s lending institution to gauge operating performance. The Company’s computation of Adjusted EBITDA may be different from, and therefore may not be comparable to, similar measures used by other companies within the gaming industry. Please see the reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA to net earnings (loss) attributable to Century Casinos, Inc. shareholders above.

*** The Company defines Adjusted EBITDA margin as Adjusted EBITDA divided by net operating revenue. Adjusted EBITDA margin is a non-GAAP measure. Management uses this margin as one of several measures to evaluate the efficiency of the Company’s casino operations.

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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

About Century Casinos, Inc.:

Century Casinos, Inc. is an international casino entertainment company that operates worldwide. The Company owns and operates Century Casino & Hotels in Cripple Creek and Central City, Colorado, and in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada and the Century Casino in Calgary and St. Albert, Alberta, Canada and in Bath, England. Through its Austrian subsidiary, Century Resorts Management GmbH (“CRM”), formerly Century Casinos Europe GmbH, the Company holds a 66.6% ownership interest in Casinos Poland Ltd., the owner of eight casino licenses throughout Poland, seven of which are operating. The Company, through CRM, also holds a 75% ownership interests in CDR, which operates in the north metropolitan area of Calgary, Alberta, Canada; a 75% ownership interest in Century Bets! Inc., which operates the pari-mutuel off-track horse betting network in southern Alberta, Canada; and a 51% ownership interest in Golden Hospitality Ltd., a company that manages a hotel and entertainment and gaming club in Vietnam. The Company operates 10 ship-based casinos under agreements with three cruise ship owners. The Company, through CRM, also owns a 7.5% interest in, and provides consulting services to, Mendoza Central Entretenimientos S.A., a company that provides gaming-related services to Casino de Mendoza in Mendoza, Argentina. The Company is also developing Century Mile Racetrack and Casino in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. The Company continues to pursue other international projects in various stages of development.

Century Casinos’ common stock trades on The Nasdaq Capital Market® under the symbol CNTY.

For more information about Century Casinos, visit our website at www.cnty.com.

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This release may contain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are based on the beliefs and assumptions of the management of Century Casinos based on information currently available to management. Such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding future results of operations, operating efficiencies, synergies and operational performance, the prospects for and timing and costs of new projects, projects in development and other opportunities, including the Century Mile, Bermuda and Vietnam projects, debt repayment, investments in joint ventures, outcomes of legal proceedings, changes in our tax provisions or exposure to additional income tax liabilities, and plans for our casinos and our Company. Such forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from future results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements include, among others, the risks described in the section entitled “Risk Factors” under Item 1A in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2018 and in subsequent periodic and current SEC filings we may make. Century Casinos disclaims any obligation to revise or update any forward-looking statement that may be made from time to time by it or on its behalf.

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Legalizing Online Casino Gaming Could Generate Over $18 Billion in Tax Revenue to US States

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2 hours ago

April 29, 2025

George Miller

Reading Time: 2 minutes

Legalizing online casino gaming could add $18.4 billion to US state budgets, a new study says.

The report, conducted by online casino comparison site BonusFinder.com, analyzed tax revenue generated by online casinos across the seven US states where they are already legal — Connecticut, Delaware, Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and West Virginia — to estimate the total economic impact.

Based on average per-adult spending of $262.40 in those markets, the researchers estimated how much revenue the remaining 44 jurisdictions, including Washington D.C., could generate if they adopted similar legislation.

In total, the study estimated that the states are leaving up to $62 billion in gross revenue on the table.

With a 30% tax rate — an average of the seven states with legal online casino gaming— this would translate into $18.4 billion in tax income annually. Even with a more conservative tax rate of 20%, the figures could reach $12.3 billion.

California is estimated to be missing out on the most — with the analysis showing that its adult population of approximately 31 million could generate up to $2.4 billion in annual tax revenue.

“These numbers highlight two problems,” said Luciano Passavanti, Vice President at BonusFinder.com. “States are missing out on billions in tax revenue, and consumers are being pushed to platforms that don’t offer the same safety, accountability, or responsible gaming tools as licensed operators.”

This concern is backed by a recent report from research firm Yield Sec, which found that 74% of gross gaming revenue in the US in 2023 — totaling $67.1 billion — came from unlicensed, illegal, and unregulated operators.

That means the vast majority of online gambling activity is still happening outside state oversight — costing governments billions in potential tax income and leaving players vulnerable.

“The demand for online casino gaming already exists — but right now, the money is flowing offshore,” Passavanti added. “States that act now have the chance to bring that revenue back into their own economies, and to do so responsibly.”

States where online casino gaming is already legal are directing the funds into essential public services. In Michigan, more than $400 million from iGaming taxes, which includes both online sports betting and online casinos, went to the School Aid Fund, $4 million to the First Responder Presumed Coverage Fund and $3.7 million to the state’s agricultural and equine development programs.

Beyond the financial upside, regulated online casino markets allow states to implement age verification, deposit limits, and self-exclusion tools, offering far stronger consumer protections than offshore operators.

“With over $18 billion in annual tax revenue potentially at stake, the case for legalization is becoming harder to ignore.” Passavanti said.

“As states continue to explore ways to balance budgets and modernize outdated gambling laws, regulated online casinos could offer both financial upside and meaningful consumer protections — if policymakers are ready to act.”

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Gaming Americas Weekly Roundup – April 21-27

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4 hours ago

April 29, 2025

George Miller

Reading Time: 2 minutes

Welcome to our weekly roundup of American gambling news again! Here, we are going through the weekly highlights of the American gambling industry which include the latest news and new partnerships. Read on and get updated.

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International Game Technology PLC announced that its dynamic Wheel of Fortune DiamondRS Premium Wheel cabinet recently launched in casinos across the US. Guests of Sky River Casino in Elk Grove, Calif. and of Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Conn. were among the first players in the world to enjoy the Wheel of Fortune Cash Link Reels Double Diamond and Wheel of Fortune Cash Link Reels Double Gold games on IGT’s new ultra-high-tech, mechanical-reel cabinet. Designed exclusively for Wheel of Fortune game content, the Wheel of Fortune DiamondRS Premium Wheel cabinet boasts a 20-inch physical wheel, a 32-inch LCD top box and a 23-inch transmissive display.

CT Gaming continues its strong momentum from the first quarter of 2025 with a new wave of installations in Panama. Strengthening its position in the Latin American market, the company has partnered with leading operators to introduce top-performing products, including the EZ Modulo 32/32/32 slot cabinet and the highly successful Diamond King series. Among the highlights of the installation is Diamond King 3—CT Gaming’s bestselling multigame featuring 50 captivating titles. Players can enjoy a diverse mix of content, including the legendary Mega Jack trio: Aztec Gold, Slot-O-Pol Deluxe and Champagne Party. The experience is further enhanced by the Diamond Tree progressive jackpot, which delivers elevated gameplay and exciting reward potential.

Las Vegas Sands has contributed $100,000 through the Sands Cares global community engagement programme to 100 Black Men Las Vegas in support of the organisation’s youth mentorship, scholarship and community service offerings. The 2025 donation will enable 100 Black Men Las Vegas to offer new programmes including a science, technology, engineering and math initiative; the Pathways to Public Service programme, which focuses on developing a pipeline of law enforcement and first responder professionals; and Realtist Academy, which prepares participants to become licensed real estate agents or mortgage brokers. In addition, Sands Cares funding will help 100 Black Men Las Vegas pursue efforts to identify a permanent location for the organisation.

Partnerships

SCCG Management has announced an expanded partnership with AWARE, a global leader in biometric verification software. Under this agreement, SCCG becomes a preferred reseller for AWARE’s biometric and identity verification solutions within the global gaming industry. AWARE’s advanced biometric technology offers a future-proof solution for iGaming and gambling platforms—empowering operators to ensure compliance, prevent fraud and protect players, all while delivering a seamless and secure user experience. With growing regulatory scrutiny and rising demand for frictionless onboarding, AWARE’s adaptive biometrics provide a scalable and trusted identity framework for modern gaming environments.

The Brazilian Football Confederation and Sportradar Integrity & Regulatory Services, a unit of Sportradar AG announced the extension of their long-standing partnership, set to begin with the 2025 season. The new agreement aims to enhance efforts to combat match-fixing in Brazilian football and safeguard the integrity of the sport. Sportradar, through its industry-leading Universal Fraud Detection System (UFDS), will deliver integrity monitoring for more than 8200 men’s and women’s matches organised annually by the CBF. Through this renewed partnership, the UFDS will now cover all Brazilian national championships.

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SOFTSWISS Enhances Leadership Team to Drive Global Expansion

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5 hours ago

April 29, 2025

George Miller

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SOFTSWISS, a leading global provider of iGaming software, announces the appointment of three seasoned professionals to key leadership positions: Denis Ilienkov as Product & Technology Non-Executive Director; Kyryl Avdieienko as Chief Product Officer (CPO); and Viktor Iegorov as Chief Delivery Officer (CDO).

These strategic appointments are integral to SOFTSWISS’ vision of strengthening its leadership team to navigate the complexities of the global iGaming landscape, ensuring agility and innovation in product development and delivery.

Denis Ilienkov, in his new role as Product & Technology Non-Executive Director, will oversee product and technology-related operations, including control responsibilities. Kyryl Avdieienko, appointed as CPO, will lead product strategy and development across the SOFTSWISS product portfolio. With a background in iGaming, game development, and fintech, Kyryl brings a wealth of experience to the role. Viktor Iegorov, as CDO, will be responsible for developing processes and managing the strategic delivery portfolio.

These appointments are part of SOFTSWISS’ ongoing commitment to fostering a collaborative and synergistic leadership approach. Denis, Kyryl, and Viktor will work closely to drive the company’s mission of delivering cutting-edge iGaming solutions, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.

Denis Ilienkov commented on the appointments: “At SOFTSWISS, we’ve always prided ourselves on our agility and innovation. As we venture into new markets like Brazil and South Africa, it’s imperative that our leadership structure evolves to meet the unique challenges and opportunities these regions present. The introduction of roles such as the Chief Delivery Officer ensures that our delivery processes are not only maintained but continuously enhanced. This strategic shift is about more than just titles; it’s about positioning SOFTSWISS to deliver unparalleled value to our clients and partners worldwide.”

These leadership changes closely follow SOFTSWISS’ recent product and technology milestones. Notably, the company celebrated its first Sportsbook Network Jackpot win during the SiGMA Americas event in São Paulo, where a player claimed €80,294.89 – more than doubling the initial €35,000 prize pool. Additionally, SOFTSWISS’ Deputy CTO, Sergey Kastukevich, was honoured as CTO of the Year in EMEA at the 2025 Oracle Excellence Awards, recognising his strategic use of emerging technologies to advance the company’s objectives.

About SOFTSWISS

SOFTSWISS is an international technology company with over 15 years of experience developing innovative solutions for the iGaming industry. SOFTSWISS holds a number of gaming licences and provides comprehensive software for managing iGaming projects. The company’s product portfolio includes the Online Casino Platform, the Game Aggregator with over 27,800 casino games, the Affilka Affiliate Platform, the Sportsbook Software and the Jackpot Aggregator. In 2013, SOFTSWISS revolutionised the industry by introducing the world’s first Bitcoin-optimised online casino solution. The expert team counts over 2,000 employees.

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