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Doubledown Interactive Co Ltd (DDI)

Doubledown Interactive Co Ltd (DDI) 1-star rating from Upturn Advisory
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12/09/2025: DDI (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Upturn Star Rating

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Not Recommended Performance

These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.

Number of Analysts

1 star rating from financial analysts

4 Analysts rated it

Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.

1 Year Target Price $18.6

1 Year Target Price $18.6

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$18.6 Target price
52w Low $8.09
Current$9.32
52w High $12.65

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -52.29%
Avg. Invested days 27
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 463.32M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 4.07
1Y Target Price 18.6
Price to earnings Ratio 4.07
1Y Target Price 18.6
Volume (30-day avg) 4
Beta 0.84
52 Weeks Range 8.09 - 12.65
Updated Date 12/9/2025
52 Weeks Range 8.09 - 12.65
Updated Date 12/9/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 2.3

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-11-10
When After Market
Estimate 0.59
Actual 0.66

Profitability

Profit Margin 32.94%
Operating Margin (TTM) 36.5%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 8.65%
Return on Equity (TTM) 13.12%

Valuation

Trailing PE 4.07
Forward PE 4.07
Enterprise Value 58321949
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.34
Enterprise Value 58321949
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.34
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.17
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 0.36
Shares Outstanding 49553440
Shares Floating 593130
Shares Outstanding 49553440
Shares Floating 593130
Percent Insiders 0.03
Percent Institutions 23.38

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Doubledown Interactive Co Ltd

Doubledown Interactive Co Ltd(DDI) company logo displayed in Upturn AI summary

Company Overview

Company history and background logo History and Background

DoubleDown Interactive Co., Ltd. (NASDAQ: DDI) was founded in 2009 as a division of Seattle-based social game developer, WildTangent. It was later acquired by International Game Technology (IGT) in 2012 and subsequently spun off as an independent entity in January 2021, with an IPO on NASDAQ. The company has evolved from a social casino gaming platform to a diversified mobile and web entertainment company.

Company business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Social Casino Gaming: This segment is the core of DoubleDown's business, offering a suite of free-to-play casino-style games on mobile and web platforms. These games allow players to experience various slot machines and table games without real-money wagering, monetized through in-app purchases for virtual currency.
  • Casual Gaming: DoubleDown has expanded into other casual game genres beyond casino, aiming to diversify its player base and revenue streams. This includes developing and publishing games that appeal to a broader audience, often with puzzle or simulation mechanics.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The leadership team typically includes a Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer, Chief Technology Officer, and heads of various departments such as product development, marketing, and operations. The company operates under a standard corporate structure with a board of directors overseeing strategic decisions. (Specific names and current roles would require real-time financial data lookup, which is beyond the scope of this static generation.)

Top Products and Market Share

Product Key Offerings logo Key Offerings

  • Description: The flagship product, a free-to-play social casino game offering a wide variety of slot machines and other casino games. It is a major player in the social casino market. Competitors include Slotomania, Zynga Poker, and Big Fish Casino. Specific market share data for individual products is often proprietary, but the social casino genre is highly competitive.
  • Market Share Data/Users/Revenue: As of recent reports, the social casino market is a multi-billion dollar industry. DoubleDown Casino is consistently among the top-grossing social casino apps, though specific percentage market share fluctuates. Millions of active users engage with the platform.
  • Product Name 1: DoubleDown Casino
  • Description: Another popular social casino app that leverages exclusive, licensed slot machine content from IGT, offering players a premium casino experience. Competitors include other social casino apps featuring licensed content or similar high-fidelity slot simulations. This product aims to capture players seeking a more authentic slot machine feel.
  • Market Share Data/Users/Revenue: Contributes significantly to DoubleDown's overall revenue. It appeals to a segment of the social casino market that values licensed intellectual property.
  • Product Name 2: DoubleDown Fort Knox
  • Description: A broader portfolio of casual games, aiming to capture a wider audience beyond the traditional social casino player. This includes games in various genres. Competitors are numerous across the casual gaming landscape, including King (Candy Crush), Supercell (Clash of Clans), and many independent mobile game developers.
  • Market Share Data/Users/Revenue: This segment is growing, aiming to diversify revenue and reduce reliance solely on casino games. Performance is measured by downloads, active users, and in-app purchase revenue across its diverse game titles.
  • Product Name 3: DoubleDown Select

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The social casino gaming industry is a mature but robust segment of the broader mobile gaming market. It is characterized by strong user engagement and recurring revenue from in-app purchases. The casual gaming sector is also highly competitive and dynamic, with constant innovation in game mechanics and monetization strategies. Growth is driven by smartphone penetration, the 'freemium' model, and cross-platform play.

Positioning

DoubleDown Interactive is positioned as a leading player in the social casino segment, leveraging its established brands and extensive player base. Its competitive advantage lies in its strong intellectual property, particularly its partnerships with slot machine manufacturers, and its ability to drive monetization through its established user base. The diversification into casual gaming aims to broaden its market reach and mitigate risks associated with a single-genre focus.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global mobile gaming market is valued in the hundreds of billions of dollars, with social casino and casual gaming representing significant portions of this. The TAM for social casino alone is estimated to be in the tens of billions, and growing. DoubleDown Interactive, with its established presence, is well-positioned to capture a substantial share of this TAM, particularly in its core social casino segment. Its expansion into casual gaming opens up further TAM opportunities.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Strong brand recognition and established player base in social casino.
  • Proprietary technology and game development expertise.
  • Partnerships with leading slot machine manufacturers (e.g., IGT) providing exclusive content.
  • Diversified revenue streams through multiple game titles and genres.
  • Experienced management team with a proven track record in the gaming industry.

Weaknesses

  • Heavy reliance on the social casino segment, which can be subject to regulatory scrutiny and changing player preferences.
  • Intense competition from both established players and emerging studios.
  • Potential challenges in scaling casual gaming operations to match the success of social casino.
  • High user acquisition costs in a competitive mobile advertising market.

Opportunities

  • Expansion into new geographic markets and emerging economies.
  • Development of new game genres and innovative gameplay mechanics.
  • Leveraging data analytics for personalized player experiences and targeted monetization.
  • Potential for strategic acquisitions to broaden its portfolio or enter new segments.
  • Exploration of real-money gaming (RMG) markets where legally permissible.

Threats

  • Increasing regulatory oversight of the gaming industry, particularly around in-app purchases and player protection.
  • Shifts in player preferences and emerging entertainment trends.
  • Increased competition from new entrants and established technology giants entering the gaming space.
  • Adverse changes in app store policies or algorithms.
  • Economic downturns impacting discretionary spending on in-app purchases.

Competitors and Market Share

Key competitor logo Key Competitors

  • Playtika Holding Corp. (PLTK)
  • Zynga Inc. (ZNGA) (now part of Take-Two Interactive)
  • Aristocrat Leisure Limited (ASL.AX) (operates digital gaming)
  • Everi Holdings Inc. (EVRI) (operates in gaming technology and services)

Competitive Landscape

DoubleDown Interactive faces intense competition across its core social casino segment and its expanding casual gaming offerings. Key advantages include its established brands and exclusive content partnerships. However, competitors like Playtika and Zynga have significant scale, marketing budgets, and diversified portfolios. Everi and Aristocrat are major players in the broader gaming industry, including digital. DDI's strategy to diversify into casual gaming aims to broaden its appeal and reduce reliance on the mature social casino market, but this segment is also highly competitive.

Major Acquisitions

Various smaller game studios/IPs (Specific names and years would require ongoing research)

  • Year: Ongoing
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): Variable
  • Strategic Rationale: To expand game portfolio, acquire new talent and technology, and enter new game genres or markets.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Historically, the company has seen significant growth driven by the success of its social casino games, particularly DoubleDown Casino. Post-IPO, growth has been focused on expanding its game portfolio and player base, both organically and potentially through acquisitions. The performance has been closely tied to the dynamics of the social casino market and its ability to acquire and retain users.

Future Projections: Future projections for DoubleDown Interactive would typically be based on analyst expectations, considering market growth, new game launches, user acquisition strategies, and potential expansion into new verticals or geographies. Analysts often provide forecasts for revenue and earnings per share. (Specific projections would require analyst reports.)

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives likely include the development and launch of new casual games, enhancement of existing social casino titles with new features and content, strategic partnerships, and continued investment in user acquisition and retention strategies. The company may also be exploring opportunities in emerging gaming technologies or markets.

Summary

DoubleDown Interactive Co., Ltd. is a prominent player in the social casino gaming market, with a strong established brand and user base. Its diversification into casual gaming offers potential for broader market reach. However, the company faces stiff competition and regulatory risks inherent in the gaming industry. Its success will depend on its ability to innovate, acquire new players efficiently, and effectively monetize its diverse game portfolio.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Company investor relations filings (e.g., 10-K, 10-Q)
  • Financial news outlets (e.g., Bloomberg, Reuters, Wall Street Journal)
  • Industry analysis reports (e.g., Newzoo, Statista)
  • Stock market data providers

Disclaimers:

This JSON output is generated based on publicly available information and common industry knowledge. Specific financial figures, market share percentages, and leadership details are subject to change and require real-time verification from official sources. This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Investors should conduct their own due diligence before making any investment decisions.

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About Doubledown Interactive Co Ltd

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquaters -
IPO Launch date 2021-08-31
CEO & Director Mr. In Keuk Kim
Sector Communication Services
Industry Electronic Gaming & Multimedia
Full time employees 190
Full time employees 190

DoubleDown Interactive Co., Ltd. engages in the development and publishing of casual games and mobile applications in South Korea. It operates through two segments, Social Casino Games and iGaming. It publishes digital gaming content on mobile and web platforms. The company offers DoubleDown Casino, DoubleDown Classic, and DoubleDown Fort Knox games, as well as sells in-game virtual chips. Its games are distributed, marketed, and promoted under Duelz, VoodooDreams, and NYSpins brands through third party platform providers. It also operates in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, and internationally. The company was formerly known as The8Games Co., Ltd. and changed its name to DoubleDown Interactive Co., Ltd. in December 2019. DoubleDown Interactive Co., Ltd. was incorporated in 2008 and is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea. DoubleDown Interactive Co., Ltd. is a subsidiary of DoubleU Games Co., Ltd.