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William Hill to Exit 13 International Markets from 2 December as Evoke Braces for UK Gambling Tax Hike

William Hill to Exit 13 International Markets from 2 December as Evoke Braces for UK Gambling Tax Hike

William Hill will exit 13 international markets, including nine in Africa, two in Latin America, and two in Asia, effective 2 December 2025. Customers in those countries will lose access to betting services and must withdraw balances by 5 January 2026. The company cites routine portfolio review, as parent Evoke warns of possible UK shop closures if gambling taxes increase.
25 November 2025
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  • Playtech: Is This Undervalued FTSE Gaming Giant a Buy?
    May 24, 2026, 2:54 AM EDT. Playtech, a leading gambling technology provider on the FTSE, trades near its lowest levels since 2012, excluding the March 2020 Covid crash. Despite its capital-light B2B model supplying software and live casino platforms, the stock faces structural and regulatory challenges. Notably, a failed Aristocrat Leisure takeover, UK Remote Gaming Duty hikes from 21% to 40% by 2026, and a legal dispute with Evolution AB weigh on investor sentiment. However, Playtech's growth potential outside the UK, leveraging its strong live casino tech in expanding US, Latin American, and Asian markets, offers a bullish case. While regulatory pressures and legal uncertainties remain key risks, the stock's current valuation may present a compelling opportunity for investors seeking exposure to the online gambling sector's expansion.

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