La Française des Jeux (FDJ), which operates the national lotteries of France and the Republic of Ireland, is rebranding to FDJ United.
Beside the lotteries, FDJ United also offers sports betting at points of sale in France as well as online getting and gaming with a presence in 15 European countries.
“The betting and gaming sector is constantly evolving, both in France and abroad,” said Stéphane Pallez, chairwoman and CEO of FDJ United. “In this environment, we have always succeeded in reinventing ourselves and adapting to key trends in our market. The Group’s IPO in 2019 marked the start of a new stage in this journey, and the recent acquisition of Kindred opens up even more new possibilities.
“Today, our Group begins a new chapter in its history – more diversified and more international. With FDJ United, we are continuing on this adventure, driven by our passion and determination, for the benefit of all our stakeholders.”
The news comes as FDJ United releases its financial results for 2024, showing an annual revenue of €3.1bn, an increase of 17 per cent year-on-year. Posted recurring EBITDA was €792m, up 21 per cent year on year.
On a pro forma basis, group revenue came to €3.8bn and recurring EBITDA to €964m.
“FDJ United achieved a very strong performance in 2024,” said Pallez. “Following the integration of Premier Lotteries Ireland and ZEturf in 2023, the acquisition of Kindred opens a new chapter, more international and more diversified, in the long history of our Group.
“With its position as a leader in betting and gaming in Europe, FDJ United has a sturdy base from which to pursue its strategy of creating value for the bene-fit of all its stakeholders, in keeping with its business model that combines performance and responsibility.”
