Destaques Econômicos do Trimestre 📊

- Receita líquida: €524,3M (+3,1% YoY) vs expectativas de mercado de €517M;

- EBITDA: €345,3M (margem de 65,9%, em linha com a guidance de 66-68%);

- Lucro operacional: €306M (-2% YoY);

- Free Cash Flow: €192,3M (-31% YoY, devido a impostos e aumento de NFM).

O segundo trimestre não foi claramente o melhor trimestre da Evolution. O lucro do trimestre foi de €248,3 milhões abaixo dos €269,1 milhões no ano anterior, houve um aumento das necessidades de fundo de maneio (o qual deverá ser temporário) e não existe uma guidance explícita para 2026. No entanto, em termos operacionais e estratégicos, considero que a empresa está a avançar na direção certa. O trabalho em termos de disciplina regulatória, a diversificação geográfica e a forte alocação de capital estão a criar uma Evolution mais forte e resiliente para o futuro, ao mesmo tempo que remunera o acionista. 📈

Para saberes mais: https://dalemcapital.substack.com/p/evolution-ab-resultados-q2-de-2025?r=5

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$EVO (+0,58%)
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📆 July 2025 PatitosFortune Portfolio Recap in:

The sun’s out, dividends are dripping, and some of our high-conviction picks are flying . ☀️💸

The top 7 now make up 34% of the portfolio — a slight reduction from 37.33% in June — and the focus remains: stock-picking with Patito Score + WB Score at the core.

🐣 Top Gainers of the Month:

• $WCP (+0,27%) (Canada): Monthly dividend darling surges to the top with +16.3%, now the biggest holding at 8.13%. 🍁💵
• $3679 (-0,67%) (Japan): Our trusted performer stays strong with +15.7%, now at 7.16% weight.
• $EVO (+0,58%) (Sweden): Gaming momentum continued — +13.8%. 🎮

💼 New or climbing contenders:

• $GRLA (Denmark): quietly compounding — a clean +10.0%, holding 6.36% of the nest
• $2330 (Taiwan): tech titan with +6.02%, pushing past the 6% line
• $HME (-1,24%) (Canada): small cap, big potential — +6.15%
• $4GLD (+0,16%) : the lone ETF survivor keeps its glimmer with +5.79%

💾 Holdover Stars from June:

✅ $3679 and $E3G1 stay strong

✅ $4GLD returns to the top 7 after a month away

✅ $WCP rockets to the top spot — a new leader with a familiar dividend drip

$BETS B (-0,35%) fell hard from the short term rally it has been showing but this is a marathon and not a sprint. While the fundamentals remain solid we will patiently wait for recovery.

Ironically the inspirer behind the Patito Scoring system, has $BRK.B (+0,37%) as the worst scoring of our current portfolio and one of the heaviest laggers. Holding with conviction still.

🔍 Strategy Update:

Patito’s conviction nest is now ~35% concentrated in the highest-performing 7 stocks.

These aren’t lucky ducks — they’re Elite and Excellent scorers, with high WB conviction and real returns to match.

From Canada to Japan to Denmark, the feathers are globally diversified but always fluff-optimized. 🪶🌍

See you in August (where changes to the portfolio are already taking place) — and of course don’t forget to check the dividend mailbox. 📬🤑

I have been building my portfolio this year and it is doing quite well. Currently my focus is diversifying my portfolio. I have some nice performers in my portfolio like $BESI (-0,57%) , $ABN (+0,1%) , $EVO (+0,58%) , $VLK (-0,51%) . A few others are still underperforming for now but are known stable companies like $ALV (+1,04%) and $TTE (-0,1%) . My focus now is also a bit towards US stocks due to dollar diversification since I am mainly invested in Europe, Switserland and Scandinavia. I am always looking for companies with strong balance sheets, low debt ratio's compared to their peers, growth, dividend and maybe undervalued. One great example is $EVO (+0,58%) which I expect to launch🚀 in the coming year.

I'm looking at three dividend stocks right now: $PFE (+0,42%), $AEP (+0,31%) and $ENEL (+0,74%). They each have different profiles, and I'm trying to figure out which could be the most attractive at this point.

$PFE (+0,42%) seems undervalued. The stock is still well below its pre-COVID levels, the balance sheet is strong, and the dividend is over 5 percent. The real question is whether the company can return to solid growth with its pipeline.

$AEP (+0,31%) is a US utility with stable cash flow, a solid dividend track record, and relatively low debt. It doesn’t move fast, but it offers a good level of reliability and income, especially if rates come down.

$ENEL (+0,74%) is more of a question mark. The dividend is growing by nearly 9 percent a year and paid in multiple installments, which I like. But the stock is already up over 20 percent this year. Debt is quite high, and revenue growth is limited. I like the exposure to renewables, but I'm not sure if this is the right entry point.

• What do you think of these names?
• Any clear favourites? Or red flags?

Also curious: what are your expectations for the USD-EUR exchange rate in the second half of the year? I'm considering the FX angle too, since two of these names are US-listed.

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🪿📈 Monthly update – June 2025 in #PatitosFortune: the nest is taking shape!

After a strong May, June brought a changing of the feathers.

The new top 7 now make up 37.33% of the portfolio (vs 42% in May), and the 🦆 is now fully embracing stock-picking conviction powered by the Patito Score + WB Score.

🚫 Most ETFs have flown the coop — only $4GLD (+0,16%) remains, but it didn’t make this month’s highlight reel.

🧹 Even $NDA FI (+1,33%) (Nordea) was let go — a stock we like, but others showed stronger fundamentals. If numbers improve we’d be happy to get it back, for now it gave a 4.85% profit we welcome.

On to current standings!

🎮 Gaming stocks are thriving:

• $BETS B (-0,35%) (V72) holds the crown again (+14.6%, 6.71% of portfolio)
• $6460 (-0,84%) (RYU) enters the top ranks with +7.8%
• $EVO (+0,58%) (E3G1) debuts with a strong +10.6%
• 
  $2660 brings Hong Kong twist

Covering roughly 20% of the nest thanks to their fundamentals and some personal conviction, all four are part of our interactive entertainment exposure — and Patito’s loving the 🎰 + 📱 combo.

🏠 $PAG (+0,93%) adds steady UK-based growth

🌋 $MAU (-0,81%) returns from May — still bringing energy to the nest

💼 $3679 (-0,67%) solidly held its ground from May and now leads the entire portfolio by weight at 7.02%, surpassing $BRK-B thanks to it’s value appreciation and Berkshire’s recent (but hopefully not lasting) underperformance. Zigexn quietly compounding into leadership. ➡️🦆

🔁 $V72, $MAU, and $3679 all held firm from May and strengthened their standing. That’s conviction in motion. 💪

🧠 Conviction Strategy Update:

This portfolio is no longer passively feathered. We’re leaning into high-quality stocks:

✅ ~60% Elite

✅ Nearly 38% scored 9+

✅ Majority of gains from top-rated stocks identified by Patito Score and WB Score system.

It’s not just about quick profit — it’s about picking moaty, efficient, and #undervalued businesses to grow the nest long-term. 🥚🧠

We are waiting for the US picks to catch up, even with solid fundamentals with the exception of $PRDO (+0,36%) for now they are dragging a bit behind. We are looking at you $CINF (+0,11%)
$WRB (+0,2%)
$BRK.B (+0,37%)

Stay tuned — July’s looking game-ready.

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1. 🔍 Key Insights

• Undervalued Compounder: Evolution AB demonstrates strong fundamentals, robust free cash flow generation, and industry leadership in the live casino segment. Current market pricing suggests a significant discount to intrinsic value based on multiple valuation methods.
• Moat-Driven Business Model: Its sustainable competitive advantage lies in proprietary technology, global regulatory licensing, brand reputation, and high switching costs for B2B partners.
• Management Discipline: High ROIC, conservative debt levels, and consistent capital returns (dividends + buybacks) reflect owner-oriented stewardship.
• Resilient Operations: Despite a deceleration in growth, Evolution maintains best-in-class margins and minimal capital reinvestment needs.

2. ⚙️ Core Evaluation Areas

📈 Valuation

• P/E (TTM): 11.6x vs. peer median ~15–20x
• PEG Ratio: 0.22, indicating undervaluation relative to earnings growth
• FCF Yield: 9.92%, implying strong value vs. market expectations
• Intrinsic Value Range: SEK 1,350–1,450
• Current Price: ~SEK 656 (≈50% discount to fair value)
• Margin of Safety: >30% suggested buy range below SEK 1,000

🚀 Growth Potential

• 5-Year Dividend CAGR: 66.64%
• Global Expansion: North America, Latin America, and Asia remain underpenetrated markets
• Product Pipeline: Investment in RNG games and game shows complements core live casino dominance

🧮 Operational Efficiency

• Gross Margin: 100% (digital, asset-light model)
• Operating Margin: 64.1% (best-in-class)
• ROIC vs. WACC: 30.5% vs. 8.6% — significant value creation spread
• CapEx/FCF Ratio: ~11% — signals capital-light reinvestment model

⚠️ Risk Factors

Company-Specific (High/Moderate):

• Regulatory Review (High): Ongoing UKGC license investigation poses near-term uncertainty
• Litigation (Moderate): Class-action suits related to unregulated market exposure
• Reputational Sensitivity (Moderate): Allegations of rule-bending could deter institutional investors

Market/Systemic (Low/Moderate):

• Currency Risk (Moderate): Global operations subject to SEK/EUR/USD fluctuations
• Consumer Discretionary Exposure (Moderate): Online gaming may decline during downturns, though historically resilient

3. 📊 Supporting Metrics & Comparisons

Metric

Evolution AB

Peer Median

Notable Competitors

P/E

11.6x

18.0x

Playtech, Flutter

ROIC

30.5%

15–20%

Industry leading

FCF Yield

9.92%

3–5%

Outperforms peer average

Net Debt/EBITDA

0.06x

1.5x

Extremely low leverage

4. 📉 Projections and Scenarios

• Base Case Growth: 10–12% revenue CAGR over 5 years (conservative vs. historical ~20%)
• DCF Fair Value: SEK 1,350–1,450 (WACC: 8.56%, Terminal Growth: 2.5%)
• High Sensitivity: Regulatory outcomes, expansion pace, and macro factors can materially affect valuation

✅ 6. Conclusion & Recommendation

Intrinsic Value: SEK 1,350–1,450

Current Price: SEK 656

Margin of Safety: ~50%

Final Recommendation: ✅ BUY

Summary:

Evolution AB is a high-quality business available at a significant discount to intrinsic value. With exceptional profitability, low capital intensity, and strong management, it aligns closely with long-term value investing principles. While regulatory overhangs exist, they appear manageable given Evolution’s track record and global footprint. The company offers a rare mix of high yield, growth, and compounding returns — a strong candidate for long-term capital appreciation.

JUST NOW: Louise, Chief HR Officer at Evolution, has acquired 62,500 options at SEK 30.5 each under the new warrant program — a total investment of SEK 1.9 million.

A strong bet on the company’s future performance!

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A Evolution divulgou documentos relacionados com a sua Shareholders Meeting de 2025, a qual vai realizar-se no próximo dia 9 de maio. Os documentos contêm um conjunto bastante variado de notícias, que tocam nos seguintes pontos:

1. Retorno aos acionistas;

2. Novos incentivos;

3. Limitações do Conselho de Administração;

4. Propostas dos acionistas.

🔎 Se quiseres saber mais visita a análise completa em: https://dalemcapital.substack.com/p/evolution-evo-reuniao-de-acionistas?r=5b4g28

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"The Board will endeavour to distribute excess cash in the most value enhancing way possible.

There are times when repurchases of own shares are more value enhancing and there can be situations where extra dividends are preferred. In those cases, the Board may decide to pay a special divided which will be decided upon at the Annual General Meeting or at an Extraordinary General Meeting. "

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"We aim to be in a net cash position over time, with an ability to deploy modest short term leverage for unique shareholder value enhancing opportunities.

We are a highly profitable business as a market leader with a best-in-class product in a growing global industry, supported by strong long-term secular tailwinds.

Our first priority will be to invest in growing our existing business organically."

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