Churchill Downs, Incorporated - Common Stock (CHDN)
113.53
-0.22 (-0.19%)
NASDAQ · Last Trade: Jul 26th, 3:02 AM EDT
Detailed Quote
Previous Close
113.75
Open
113.93
Bid
113.04
Ask
113.99
Day's Range
111.64 - 114.28
52 Week Range
85.58 - 150.21
Volume
1,117,003
Market Cap
8.34B
PE Ratio (TTM)
20.68
EPS (TTM)
5.5
Dividend & Yield
0.4090 (0.36%)
1 Month Average Volume
698,487
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About Churchill Downs, Incorporated - Common Stock (CHDN)
Churchill Downs Inc. is a prominent entertainment and gaming company that specializes in horse racing and gaming operations. It is best known for owning and operating the iconic Churchill Downs Racetrack in Louisville, Kentucky, which hosts the renowned Kentucky Derby. In addition to its racing activities, the company operates a portfolio of casinos and online gaming platforms, providing a diverse range of gaming experiences. Churchill Downs also engages in real estate development and has a strong focus on expanding its digital presence in the gaming sector, enhancing its offerings to both racing enthusiasts and online gamers. Read More
Racing, gaming, and entertainment company Churchill Downs (NASDAQ:CHDN) reported Q2 CY2025 results exceeding the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 4.9% year on year to $934.4 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $3.10 per share was 2.9% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Shares of racing, gaming, and entertainment company Churchill Downs (NASDAQ:CHDN)
jumped 4.6% in the afternoon session after the company posted strong second-quarter earnings that beat analyst expectations and announced a new share buyback program. The company reported record second-quarter revenue of $934.4 million and an all-time high adjusted EBITDA of $450.9 million, which surpassed analyst expectations. This strong performance was primarily driven by a record-breaking 151st Kentucky Derby that saw an all-time high for wagering. In addition to the strong earnings, the company's Board of Directors approved a new $500 million share repurchase program, replacing a prior authorization. Following the release, JMP Securities reiterated its Market Outperform rating and a $138 price target on the stock.
Racing, gaming, and entertainment company Churchill Downs (NASDAQ:CHDN) reported Q2 CY2025 results topping the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 4.9% year on year to $934.4 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $3.10 per share was 2.9% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Churchill Downs (CHDN) reported mixed Q2 2025 results, with revenue slightly missing estimates at $934.4M (+4.9% YoY) but EPS beating at $3.10. Announced a $500M buyback program. Stock remained steady post-earnings.
Racing, gaming, and entertainment company Churchill Downs (NASDAQ:CHDN)
will be reporting results this Wednesday after the bell. Here’s what investors should know.
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Racing, gaming, and entertainment company Churchill Downs (NASDAQ:CHDN) met Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q1 CY2025, with sales up 8.7% year on year to $642.6 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.07 per share was 2.9% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
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