DraftKings Dividends and Buybacks
Dividend criteria checks 0/6
DraftKings does not have a record of paying a dividend.
Key information
n/a
Dividend yield
7.0%
Buyback Yield
| Total Shareholder Yield | 7.0% |
| Future Dividend Yield | 0% |
| Dividend Growth | n/a |
| Next dividend pay date | n/a |
| Ex dividend date | n/a |
| Dividend per share | n/a |
| Payout ratio | n/a |
Recent dividend and buyback updates
No updates
Recent updates
DraftKings: A Gem That Has Lost Its Luster
Apr 30
DKNG: Prediction Market Expansion Into All 50 States Will Drive Repricing
DraftKings' updated analyst price target edges down from about $55.65 to $54.68, as analysts factor in slightly higher discount rates, a more moderate profit margin outlook, and continued investment in prediction markets that now assume a future P/E of about 27x. Analyst Commentary Street research on DraftKings has shifted toward more cautious assumptions, but a group of bullish analysts still see room for upside, particularly as the company leans into prediction markets and broadens its product set.
DKNG: Prediction Market Push And Regulation Will Shape Future Profitability And Risk Profile
DraftKings' consensus analyst price target moved lower by a few dollars into the mid to high $30s range, as analysts incorporate softer 2026 revenue guidance, higher prediction market investment, and increased regulatory and tax pressures into their models. Analyst Commentary Recent research commentary around DraftKings has tilted more cautious, with many firms resetting long term expectations after the company issued softer 2026 revenue guidance and outlined heavier investment in prediction markets.
DKNG: Federally Regulated Prediction Contracts Will Support Nationwide Expansion Plans
Analysts have trimmed the DraftKings fair value estimate from about $45.34 to $35.95 as they reset long term assumptions on revenue growth, margins, and future P/E in response to a wave of lower price targets that cite higher prediction market investment, competition, taxes, and softer 2026 guidance. Analyst Commentary Recent research on DraftKings clusters around two themes, prediction market investment and the reset to 2026 guidance, with valuation views splitting between those who see current expectations as conservative and those who are more skeptical about execution and industry growth.DKNG: Prediction Market Expansion And Regulation Will Shape Future Margins And Earnings Power
DraftKings' updated fair value estimate moves from $30.00 to $24.00 as analysts recalibrate for softer revenue growth and profit margins alongside heavier predictions market investment, even as several price targets in the $30 to $50 range still highlight confidence in the long term potential of the combined online sports betting and predictions product. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on DraftKings points to a mixed setup for investors, with many firms trimming price targets while still maintaining positive or neutral ratings.DKNG: Prediction Market Reset And Regulation Will Drive Future Share Repricing
Analysts have collectively trimmed their DraftKings price targets, with our fair value estimate moving from about $60.48 to $55.65 as they factor in softer 2026 guidance and higher prediction market investment costs, along with expectations for improved margins and a lower future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Across recent research, most firms have cut their DraftKings price targets, but many still describe the story as one of execution on guidance, heavier investment in prediction markets and a reassessment of valuation rather than a fundamental break in the long term opportunity.DKNG: Regulatory Scrutiny On Prediction Markets Will Shape Future Share Repricing
Analysts have lowered our DraftKings fair value estimate from $68.84 to $60.48, reflecting reduced projected revenue growth, a more conservative profit margin outlook, and a higher future P/E assumption that is consistent with the recent wave of reduced Street price targets. Analyst Commentary Street research on DraftKings has leaned more cautious on near term expectations, with a series of reduced price targets as firms recalibrate their models and incorporate higher spending, competitive pressure, and regulatory considerations.With A 26% Price Drop For DraftKings Inc. (NASDAQ:DKNG) You'll Still Get What You Pay For
Feb 04
DKNG: Prediction Market Uncertainty And Regulation Will Shape Margins And Earnings Power
Analysts have reduced their DraftKings price targets by a few dollars, while still highlighting expectations for higher revenue growth, improving profit margins and a lower future P/E multiple in their updated models. Analyst Commentary Recent research on DraftKings reflects a mixed but increasingly cautious tone, with several Bearish analysts trimming price targets and, in a few cases, reducing ratings after the latest quarterly results and guidance updates.DKNG: Federally Regulated Event Contracts Will Unlock New States Over Time
Analysts have nudged their DraftKings fair value estimate higher to about US$45.34 from roughly US$44.47, reflecting updated views on slightly stronger long term profitability; a modestly lower discount rate; and a somewhat lower forward P/E multiple after recent price target revisions and mixed rating changes across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on DraftKings shows a split tape, with some firms turning more constructive around the long term opportunity and others calling out nearer term risks tied to prediction markets, hold volatility and regulatory questions.DKNG: Federally Regulated Prediction Markets Will Unlock New States And Long-Term Upside
Analysts have trimmed their average price target on DraftKings by about $0.34 to roughly $44.47. Slightly higher discount rates, modestly softer long term growth and margins, and a higher assumed future P/E multiple reflect a more balanced view of near term headwinds and long term prediction market and iGaming opportunities.DKNG: Prediction Market Expansion Will Pressure Margins And Future Earnings Power
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for DraftKings to $30.00 from about $40.89 as they moderate expectations for revenue growth, profitability, and future valuation multiples in light of increased competition from prediction markets, recent hold volatility, and more cautious near term earnings outlooks, despite a still constructive long term industry backdrop. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research reflects a clear reset in expectations for DraftKings as multiple firms trim price targets and, in some cases, ratings.DraftKings Inc.'s (NASDAQ:DKNG) P/S Is Still On The Mark Following 26% Share Price Bounce
Dec 05DKNG: Expanding Into New States Will Mitigate Rising Prediction Market Threats
DraftKings' average analyst price target has been lowered by approximately $1.24 to $44.81, as analysts cite continued hold volatility, increased promotional spending, and heightened competition from prediction markets as primary factors behind the revisions. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst coverage for DraftKings presented a wide range of perspectives on the company's outlook, reflecting both confidence in its growth prospects and caution regarding emerging challenges.DKNG: Future Expansions Into New Markets Will Offset Competitive Risks
The consensus analyst price target for DraftKings has been reduced by approximately $5 to a new level near $46. Analysts point to persistent hold volatility, increased promotional spending, and growing risks from prediction market competition as key reasons for the adjustment.DKNG: Emerging Sports Prediction Markets Will Drive Sector Competition Over Coming Quarters
The analyst price target for DraftKings was modestly reduced by $0.45 to $50.74. Analysts cited ongoing competition from prediction markets and short-term margin pressures as influencing factors in their revised outlook.Legal Online Sports Betting Will Expand iGaming Markets
The consensus analyst price target for DraftKings was recently lowered by approximately $1.64. Analysts cited ongoing margin pressures in the third quarter and increasing competition from prediction markets as the primary drivers of more cautious estimates.Legal Online Sports Betting Will Expand iGaming Markets
DraftKings' analyst price target has moved slightly lower from $54.86 to $52.83, as analysts point to mounting prediction market competition and margin pressures as key headwinds that impact growth expectations. Analyst Commentary Analysts have offered a range of perspectives on DraftKings' outlook, highlighting both supporting factors and ongoing concerns.DraftKings Inc.'s (NASDAQ:DKNG) Stock Retreats 27% But Revenues Haven't Escaped The Attention Of Investors
Oct 02Legal Online Sports Betting Will Expand iGaming Markets
Analysts maintain a positive outlook on DraftKings driven by ongoing revenue growth, market expansion, and asset revaluation despite manageable tax and regulatory risks, leaving the consensus Analyst Price Target unchanged at $54.86. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts anticipate continued revenue growth driven by the legalization of online sports betting in additional states, market share gains, and improving customer retention, supported by declining acquisition costs and strong Q2 performance.Why We're Not Concerned About DraftKings Inc.'s (NASDAQ:DKNG) Share Price
Jul 04Here's Why DraftKings (NASDAQ:DKNG) Can Afford Some Debt
May 27DraftKings: I Am Finally Upgrading My Investment Outlook To Bullish, Here's Why
Apr 28DraftKings: A Baby Thrown Out With The Tariff Bathwater
Apr 20DraftKings: Excellent 2025 Momentum At An Attractive Valuation
Mar 28DraftKings: A Pivotal 2025, Real Profits Ahead (Rating Upgrade)
Mar 18DraftKings: Incredible Customer Acquisition, Terrible Price (Rating Upgrade)
Feb 16DraftKings: Narrow Moat At An Unreasonable Price
Jan 16DraftKings: Odds Are In Investor's Favor
Dec 16DraftKings: Haunted By The Ghost Of Reignmakers
Nov 09Stability and Growth of Payments
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Stable Dividend: Insufficient data to determine if DKNG's dividends per share have been stable in the past.
Growing Dividend: Insufficient data to determine if DKNG's dividend payments have been increasing.
Dividend Yield vs Market
| DraftKings Dividend Yield vs Market |
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| Segment | Dividend Yield |
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| Company (DKNG) | n/a |
| Market Bottom 25% (US) | 1.4% |
| Market Top 25% (US) | 4.2% |
| Industry Average (Hospitality) | 2.2% |
| Analyst forecast (DKNG) (up to 3 years) | 0% |
Notable Dividend: Unable to evaluate DKNG's dividend yield against the bottom 25% of dividend payers, as the company has not reported any recent payouts.
High Dividend: Unable to evaluate DKNG's dividend yield against the top 25% of dividend payers, as the company has not reported any recent payouts.
Earnings Payout to Shareholders
Earnings Coverage: Insufficient data to calculate DKNG's payout ratio to determine if its dividend payments are covered by earnings.
Cash Payout to Shareholders
Cash Flow Coverage: Unable to calculate sustainability of dividends as DKNG has not reported any payouts.
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/03 13:53 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/01 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
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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
DraftKings Inc. is covered by 50 analysts. 33 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 |
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| Pierre-Marie D'Ornano | Arete Research Services LLP |
| Brandt Montour | Barclays |
| Michael Hickey | Benchmark Company |