Lottomatica Group, one of the leading gambling operators focusing on the Italian market, has announced that the company will be included in the Stoxx Europe 600 Index in June 2025. This comes after the publicly listed company recorded tremendous growth, reporting a 33.1% year-on-year increase and a record-breaking revenue of €585.7 million in Q1 2025. Lottomatica’s valuation reached €22.70 ($25.84) in mid-2025, marking a 168% increase compared to the beginning of the IPO. The company’s addition to the index is expected to bring numerous benefits, including visibility in a fast-growing and fast-growing iGaming industry.
Lottomatica’s Strong Q1 Performance Drives Index Inclusion
Lottomatica’s was included into the Stoxx Europe 600. This achievment marks a key milestone in the development of Lottomatica. Company still continues to boost its presence in the global market.
Stoxx Europe 600 is one of the most trusted providers of benchmark and index solutions. The company tracks and benchmarks 600 publicly listed companies in developed European countries, evaluating key performance metrics and providing useful data to potential investors and members of the public.
Lottomatica’s addition to the index is an important sign of investor confidence in the company’s strong future. With highly strong financial results and a promising outlook in the Italian iGaming market, the company is expected to continue its expansion.
Experts say that Lottomatica will use this moment to achieve more of its strategic goals, willing to increase market share and diversify its offerings in an increasingly competitive environment.
Playtech’s Departure from the Index
Unfortunately, Lottomatica Group’s good news comes at a time when Playtech is awaiting removal from the index.
Playtech stands out as a top-tier gaming content and solution provider, powering many gambling sites with its innovative casino games, sports betting solutions, live casino, poker, and bingo products.
As Lottomatica prepares to occupy its new spot in the Stoxx Europe 600 Index, Playtech will exist after poor performance in the market. The company’s shares dropped by approximately 58% since the beginning of 2025 and by more than 36% in the past 12 months. This is happening about 6 months after the game developer was added to the index.
Lottomatica’s Excellent Performance in Q1
An analysis of Lottomatica’s performance in recent months reveals that the company has grown. For instance, Lottomatica’s Q1 earnings indicate that the gambling operator recorded an increased revenue of €585.7 million. This figure signifies 33.1% year-on-year growth.
Lottomatica’s online franchise recorded 59.5% growth with €239.8 million in revenue. Moreover, revenue from its sports segment increased by about 59.4%, reaching €150.4 million. In contrast, the gaming segment maintained its revenue at €195.5 million.
In the Q1 of 2025, the group achieved an adjusted EBITDA of €220.5 million. This marked a 47.5% increase compared to the results of the previous year. Additionally, the EBITDA margin increased from 34% to 37.6%. Moreover, the operator’s valuation was €22.70 ($25.84) in mid-2025, indicating a 168% increase compared to the beginning of the IPO.
This revenue growth shows the company’s commitment to achieving sustained growth as it seeks to expand its offerings in all verticals.
Final Words: Expected Benefits of Joining the STOXX Europe 600 Index
Lottomatica’s membership in the STOXX Europe 600 brings several benefits. The company is expected to become more visible, attracting global investors who are seeking for investment opportunities in the gambling industry. Inclusion in the index will likely bring new capital inflows, helping the company to maintain its current position as one of the best operators in the iGaming space.