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Churchill Downs Incorporated (CHDN)

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$102.86
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08/28/2025: CHDN (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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11 Analysts rated it

Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.

1 Year Target Price $137.45

1 Year Target Price $137.45

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$137.45 Target price
52w Low $85.58
Current$102.86
52w High $149.77

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 5.93%
Avg. Invested days 41
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Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 7.21B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 17.77
1Y Target Price 137.45
Price to earnings Ratio 17.77
1Y Target Price 137.45
Volume (30-day avg) 11
Beta 0.95
52 Weeks Range 85.58 - 149.77
Updated Date 08/29/2025
52 Weeks Range 85.58 - 149.77
Updated Date 08/29/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 0.39%
Basic EPS (TTM) 5.79

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Profitability

Profit Margin 15.22%
Operating Margin (TTM) 35.45%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 6.07%
Return on Equity (TTM) 41.05%

Valuation

Trailing PE 17.77
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value 12044687040
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.55
Enterprise Value 12044687040
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.55
Enterprise Value to Revenue 4.26
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.12
Shares Outstanding 70124304
Shares Floating 63109780
Shares Outstanding 70124304
Shares Floating 63109780
Percent Insiders 10.48
Percent Institutions 80.05

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Churchill Downs Incorporated

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Churchill Downs Incorporated was founded in 1875 with the opening of its namesake racetrack. It has evolved from a single racetrack operator into a diversified gaming, racing, and entertainment company.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Churchill Downs Racetrack: Home of the Kentucky Derby and Kentucky Oaks, hosting live racing events and simulcast wagering.
  • Gaming: Owns and operates casinos and historical racing machines (HRM) facilities across multiple states.
  • TwinSpires: An online wagering platform for horse racing and sports betting.
  • Entertainment: Operates a variety of entertainment venues and events.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Bill Carstanjen serves as the Chief Executive Officer. The company has a board of directors overseeing strategic direction and corporate governance.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Kentucky Derby: The premier event in horse racing, generating significant revenue through wagering, sponsorships, and broadcasting rights. Competitors for wagering include FanDuel and DraftKings.
  • Casinos: Gaming facilities offering slot machines, table games, and other forms of entertainment. Competitors include Penn Entertainment (PENN) and Boyd Gaming (BYD).
  • TwinSpires: Online wagering platform focused on horse racing and sports. Competitors include TVG (owned by FanDuel) and DraftKings.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The gaming and racing industry is evolving with the expansion of online wagering and the legalization of sports betting. The industry is subject to regulations and economic fluctuations.

Positioning

Churchill Downs Incorporated is a leading player in the horse racing and gaming industries, leveraging its iconic brand and diversified business model.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global gambling market is expected to reach approximately $765 billion by 2030. Churchill Downs Incorporated aims to capture a larger portion of this TAM through online betting and expansion into new markets.

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Strengths

  • Iconic brand recognition (Kentucky Derby)
  • Diversified revenue streams (racing, gaming, online)
  • Strategic acquisitions and expansion
  • Strong presence in key markets

Weaknesses

  • Dependence on regulatory environment
  • Seasonality of racing events
  • Competition from larger gaming operators
  • Exposure to economic downturns

Opportunities

  • Expansion of online wagering platforms
  • Growth in sports betting market
  • Acquisition of complementary businesses
  • Development of new gaming and entertainment offerings

Threats

  • Increased competition in the gaming industry
  • Changes in regulatory landscape
  • Economic recession impacting consumer spending
  • Technological disruptions

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • PENN
  • BYD
  • DKNG
  • PDYPY

Competitive Landscape

CDI's advantages include its iconic brand, diversified business model, and strong presence in key markets. However, it faces competition from larger gaming operators with greater financial resources.

Major Acquisitions

Peninsula Pacific Entertainment

  • Year: 2022
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 2485
  • Strategic Rationale: Expansion of gaming operations and entry into new markets.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: CDI has experienced steady growth in revenue and earnings over the past 5 years, driven by strategic acquisitions and expansion in the gaming and online wagering sectors.

Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth for CDI, driven by expansion in online wagering and sports betting, along with further acquisitions.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include the acquisition of Peninsula Pacific Entertainment and investment in HRM facilities.

Summary

Churchill Downs is a strong company with an iconic brand and diversified revenue streams. Its growth is fueled by strategic acquisitions and expansion in online wagering and gaming. However, it faces increasing competition and regulatory challenges. Successful navigation of these challenges is vital to continued growth and market position.

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Sources and Disclaimers

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  • Industry publications

Disclaimers:

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About Churchill Downs Incorporated

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquaters Louisville, KY, United States
IPO Launch date 1993-03-29
CEO & Director Mr. William C. Carstanjen
Sector Consumer Cyclical
Industry Gambling
Full time employees 6480
Full time employees 6480

Churchill Downs Incorporated operates live and historical racing entertainment venues, online wagering businesses, and regional casino gaming properties in the United States. It operates through three segments: Live and Historical Racing, Wagering Services and Solutions, and Gaming. The Live and Historical Racing segment engages in live and historical pari-mutuel racing related activities at Churchill Downs Racetrack and its historical racing properties in Kentucky, Virginia, and New Hampshire; provides racing event-related services, including admissions, personal seat licenses, sponsorships, television rights, and other miscellaneous services, as well as food and beverages services. The Wagering Services and Solutions engages in pari-mutuel wagers through TwinSpires, which operates the online horse racing wagering business for TwinSpires.com, BetAmerica.com, and other white-label platforms; facilitates dollar wagering; provides the Bloodstock Research Information Services platform for horse racing statistical data; offers streaming video of live horse races, replays, and an assortment of racing and handicapping information; and provides technology services to third parties. This segment also operates retail and online sports betting businesses, United Tote, which manufactures and operates pari-mutuel wagering systems for racetracks, OTBs, and other pari-mutuel wagering businesses, as well as provides totalizator services; and Exacta, which provides central determinant system technology in HRMs. The Gaming segment operates the casino properties and associated racetracks, which include slot machines, table games, video lottery terminals, video poker, HRMs, ancillary food and beverage services, hotel services, commission on pari-mutuel wagering, racing event-related services, and other miscellaneous operations. Churchill Downs Incorporated was founded in 1875 and is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky.