Evoke (LON:EVOK) reported stable first-half revenue and lower adjusted EBITDA as increased gaming duties, particularly in the U.K., added a £46 million year-on-year cost headwind. Management said mitigation efforts, including more efficient marketing, cost savings and retail estate changes, offset m

Evoke saw underlying earnings slump 10% to £150.2 million in the six months to June 30.

Evoke last week said it was in talks over a potential £225.3 million takeover by Greek lottery and gaming firm Bally’s Intralot.

Ballys Intralot SA (FRA:9IL) reports a 34.8% increase in revenue and successful integration of Bally's International Interactive, setting a strong foundation for future growth.

FTSE 250-listed Evoke is in discussions over a 50p-a-share approach made by the Greek lottery and gaming group.

Shares of gaming, betting and entertainment company Bally's Corporation (NYSE:BALY) jumped 3.2% in the afternoon session after the stock's positive momentum continued as the company announced its fourth-quarter 2025 earnings and also revealed a major push into the North American lottery market with its partner, Intralot.