Betting firm Entain, the owner of Ladbrokes, says proposed new gambling tax measures in the UK would have a “massive impact” on its business. The company makes the warning as it reports trading that has been strong recently, particularly in the UK.
Entain’s comments come alongside an update that its performance is boosted by the World Cup, which has driven higher customer engagement and betting activity. The reports describe the firm as assessing how the tax changes could affect costs, pricing, and overall operating conditions, while also acknowledging that recent trading has been helped by the tournament.
Across the coverage, the central focus is the same: Entain signals that the upcoming tax regime represents a significant risk to its outlook, even as it points to favourable short-term results. The outlets differ mainly in emphasis—some foreground the tax warning, while others highlight the company’s recent trading momentum supported by World Cup demand.
