Evoke Management
Management criteria checks 4/4
Evoke's CEO is Per Widerstrom, appointed in Oct 2023, has a tenure of 2.58 years. total yearly compensation is £723.00K, comprised of 93.5% salary and 6.5% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 0.67% of the company’s shares, worth £1.05M. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 3.8 years and 3.8 years respectively.
Key information
Per Widerstrom
Chief executive officer
UK£723.0k
Total compensation
| CEO salary percentage | 93.50% |
| CEO tenure | 2.6yrs |
| CEO ownership | 0.7% |
| Management average tenure | 3.8yrs |
| Board average tenure | 3.8yrs |
Recent management updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • Apr 26
EVOK: Future Returns Will Depend On Execution Under Potential Bally’s Intralot Takeover
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Evoke to £0.34 from £0.34 as they factor in updated assumptions around fair value, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E following recent research, including a downgrade at Deutsche Bank. Analyst Commentary Recent research points to a reassessment of Evoke's valuation framework, with the trimmed £0.34 target reflecting updated views on earnings power, balance of risks and the timeframe over which the market might recognise fair value.Narrative Update • Apr 11
EVOK: Future Upside Will Depend On Executing Debt Reduction And Asset Review
Analysts have adjusted their price target on Evoke to £0.34, reflecting a reassessment of fair value, discount rate, and long term assumptions following recent research updates and downgrades on the stock. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts view the revised £0.34 target as aligned with their assessment of fair value, suggesting the current share price already reflects a cautious set of assumptions.Narrative Update • Mar 28
EVOK: Future Returns Will Rely On Executing Against Post Downgrade Assumptions
Analysts have adjusted their price target on Evoke to £X.XX from £Y.YY, citing recent downgrade actions and a reassessment of growth, margins, and future P/E assumptions reflected in the updated fair value inputs. Analyst Commentary Recent research around Evoke focuses on how realistic prior expectations were on growth, margins, and the P/E multiple that investors might be willing to pay.Narrative Update • Mar 11
EVOK: Future Upside Will Rely On Delivering Against Downgrade Reset Expectations
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Evoke to £X.XX from £Y.YY, citing recent downgrades that reflect a more cautious stance on the shares, despite largely unchanged assumptions around fair value, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts point out that, despite the lower price target, the underlying assumptions around fair value remain largely intact, which they see as support for the long term investment case.Narrative Update • Feb 23
EVOK: Future Upside Will Depend On UK Gaming Tax Headwinds
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Evoke from about £0.48 to roughly £0.34 per share. This reflects recent price target cuts tied to higher UK gaming taxes and cautious views from the Street on future profitability and valuation multiples.Narrative Update • Feb 08
EVOK: Future Upside Will Hinge On UK Gaming Tax And Review
Narrative update on Evoke Analysts have trimmed their price target on Evoke to reflect a lower fair value estimate, softer assumptions for revenue growth and profit margins, a slightly reduced discount rate, and a higher future P/E multiple, citing recent downgrades and concerns about the impact of the higher UK gaming tax on future earnings. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts highlight that even with a roughly 35% blended UK gaming tax rate, Evoke is still grouped with larger peers in sector research.Narrative Update • Jan 24
EVOK: Future Upside Will Depend On UK Gaming Tax Resolution
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Evoke to £0.64 from £0.76, reflecting updated assumptions for slower revenue growth, softer profit margins and slightly higher future P/E multiples following recent sector tax concerns and rating changes. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Evoke highlights a mix of optimism around long term positioning and caution around near term headwinds, particularly related to tax changes and deal activity in parts of the broader Evoke universe.Narrative Update • Jan 10
EVOK: Future Upside Will Hinge On Cash Takeover Versus UK Gaming Tax
Analysts have trimmed their price targets on Evoke, with one moving from £0.82 to £0.66 per share. This reflects concerns about higher UK gaming taxes and the impact of an agreed US$11.00 per share cash takeover on the stock's standalone upside.Narrative Update • Dec 13
EVOK: Future Upside Will Depend On UK Gaming Tax Headwinds
Narrative Update on Evoke The analyst price target for Evoke has been reduced from 82 GBp to 66 GBp, as analysts factor in higher UK gaming taxes, slightly softer revenue growth expectations and recent deal dynamics, even as margin and valuation assumptions remain broadly resilient. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research reflects a more balanced stance on Evoke, with analysts weighing supportive demand drivers and transaction dynamics against a tougher UK tax environment and softer long term growth assumptions.Narrative Update • Nov 28
EVOK: Future Share Performance Will Reflect UK Gaming Tax Impact
Analysts have lowered their price target for Evoke by approximately 20%, reflecting concerns about increased UK gaming tax rates as well as a more challenging outlook for revenue and profitability. Analyst Commentary Amid evolving regulatory and market conditions, analysts have provided a range of perspectives on Evoke's outlook, highlighting both growth opportunities and risks to valuation and execution.Analysis Article • Jul 11
Market Might Still Lack Some Conviction On Evoke plc (LON:EVOK) Even After 27% Share Price Boost
Despite an already strong run, Evoke plc ( LON:EVOK ) shares have been powering on, with a gain of 27% in the last...New Narrative • May 12
Focused Core Markets And Cost Optimization Will Drive Future Success
Focus on core markets and strategic acquisitions are boosting sustainable growth, strengthening revenue streams, and elevating long-term profitability.Analysis Article • Mar 28
Lacklustre Performance Is Driving Evoke plc's (LON:EVOK) 27% Price Drop
Evoke plc ( LON:EVOK ) shares have had a horrible month, losing 27% after a relatively good period beforehand. Instead...Analysis Article • Aug 02
Market Cool On Evoke plc's (LON:EVOK) Revenues Pushing Shares 30% Lower
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An Intrinsic Calculation For 888 Holdings plc (LON:888) Suggests It's 24% Undervalued
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A Look At The Intrinsic Value Of 888 Holdings plc (LON:888)
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Analysts Just Shipped A Notable Upgrade To Their 888 Holdings plc (LON:888) Estimates
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Are Robust Financials Driving The Recent Rally In 888 Holdings plc's (LON:888) Stock?
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Have Insiders Been Selling 888 Holdings plc (LON:888) Shares?
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| Date | Total Compensation | Salary | Company Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 31 2025 | UK£723k | UK£676k | -UK£547m |
| Sep 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | -UK£345m |
| Jun 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | -UK£113m |
| Mar 31 2025 | n/a | n/a | -UK£153m |
| Dec 31 2024 | UK£921k | UK£676k | -UK£222m |
| Sep 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | -UK£199m |
| Jun 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | -UK£176m |
| Mar 31 2024 | n/a | n/a | -UK£121m |
| Dec 31 2023 | UK£910k | UK£153k | -UK£65m |
Compensation vs Market: Per's total compensation ($USD971.58K) is about average for companies of similar size in the UK market ($USD834.44K).
Compensation vs Earnings: Per's compensation has been consistent with company performance over the past year.
CEO
Per Widerstrom (59 yo)
2.6yrs
Tenure
UK£723,000
Compensation
Mr. Per Widerstrom has served as Chief Executive Officer and Director at Evoke plc (formerly known as 888 Holdings plc) since October 16, 2023. He served as an Independent Director of Nordnet AB (publ) fro...
Leadership Team
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEO & Director | 2.6yrs | UK£723.00k | 0.67% £ 1.0m | |
| CFO & Director | 2.3yrs | UK£462.00k | 0.030% £ 45.7k | |
| Chief Operations Officer | no data | no data | no data | |
| Chief Product & Technology Officer | no data | no data | no data | |
| Director of Investor Relations | no data | no data | no data | |
| Chief People Officer | 3.8yrs | no data | no data | |
| Chief Strategy Officer | 2.3yrs | no data | no data | |
| President of 888 US | 4.1yrs | no data | no data | |
| UK & Ireland MD | 3.8yrs | no data | no data | |
| Chief Risk Officer | 3.8yrs | no data | no data | |
| Company Secretary | 4.5yrs | no data | no data | |
| External Consultant | no data | no data | no data |
3.8yrs
Average Tenure
Experienced Management: EVOK's management team is considered experienced (3.8 years average tenure).
Board Members
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEO & Director | 2.6yrs | UK£723.00k | 0.67% £ 1.0m | |
| CFO & Director | 2.3yrs | UK£462.00k | 0.030% £ 45.7k | |
| Senior Independent Deputy Chair | 8.5yrs | UK£164.00k | no data | |
| Independent Non-Executive Director | 5.8yrs | UK£110.00k | no data | |
| Independent Non-Executive Director | 3.8yrs | UK£111.00k | 0.0069% £ 10.7k | |
| Independent Non-Executive Director | 1.5yrs | UK£105.00k | no data | |
| Independent Non-Executive Chair | 6.7yrs | UK£160.00k | no data | |
| Non-Executive Director | 3.8yrs | UK£108.00k | 0.15% £ 230.8k |
3.8yrs
Average Tenure
56.5yo
Average Age
Experienced Board: EVOK's board of directors are considered experienced (3.8 years average tenure).
Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
|---|---|
| Company Analysis | 2026/05/20 21:37 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/20 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
| Package | Data | Timeframe | Example US Source * |
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Evoke plc is covered by 17 analysts. 4 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
|---|---|
| Edward Birkin | Barclays |
| Jack Cummings | Berenberg |
| Jaafar Mestari | BNP Paribas |