We recently compiled a list of the 10 Hottest Gambling Stocks Of 2025 So Far. In this article, we are going to take a look at where Bragg Gaming Group Inc. (NASDAQ:BRAG) stands against the other hottest gambling stocks.
The battle for betting supremacy is heating up in the US. As one streaming giant makes its move to acquire NFL streaming rights, another is gearing up to be the biggest bookmaker in the country. Sports betting is beginning to shape up as a major revenue generator in the country. Just 7 years ago, the betting volume in the country stood at $400 million. In 2024, a whopping $14.2 billion was spent on sports betting! People have taken a liking to enhance the thrill and excitement of live sports viewing and many companies are taking full advantage of that.
This rise in the use of bets to enhance the viewing experience is an attractive investment opportunity for investors. The gambling sector consists of many small caps that could skyrocket as the industry strengthens its foothold in the country. At the same time, there is a regulatory hurdle that the country still has to cross before putting money in gambling or casino stocks can be considered ‘investment’ in its purest form.
Amid these risks and opportunities, people are bravely backing some companies to become major players in the industry. Some of these stocks are comfortably outperforming the broader market, a trend that is likely to continue in 2025. We therefore decided to look at the stocks that are dominating the sector so far in 2025.
To come up with our list of the 10 hottest gambling stocks of 2025 so far, we only considered stocks with a market cap of at least $100 million that were outperforming the S&P 500.
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Bragg Gaming Group Inc. (NASDAQ:BRAG)
Bragg Gaming Group Inc. (NASDAQ:BRAG) provides technology solutions and exclusive iGaming content to both land-based and online gaming operators. The company’s unique content is loved by consumers and business owners alike. This content is based on data-driven insights from brands like Indigo Magic, Wild Streak Gaming, and Atomic Slot among others. Many sportsbooks and online casinos run on the company’s Player Account Management (PAM) platform.
Bragg Gaming Group Inc. (NASDAQ:BRAG) stock is up 50% so far this year, outperforming the S&P 500’s 4.19% YTD returns. The staggering results have come as the company projected double-digit revenue growth in 2025. The 2024 revenue is also expected to register a 9% YoY growth. This double-digit growth is well-complemented by expanding margins.
On top of the business performance, management continues to buy stock, a rare occurrence in today’s market where skyrocketing valuations have forced many executives to sell their shares. As the company continues to generate more cash and diversify revenue streams, the future returns could look even more impressive than its YTD returns.
Overall BRAG ranks 1st on our list of the hottest gambling stocks of 2025 so far. While we acknowledge the potential of BRAG as an investment, our conviction lies in the belief that some AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns, and doing so within a shorter timeframe. If you are looking for an AI stock that is as promising as BRAG but that trades at less than 5 times its earnings, check out our report about the cheapest AI stock.
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