French Gambling Market Sees Growth In 2025 Led By Sports Betting
France’s Gambling Market Grows in First Half of 2025, Driven by Sports Betting
France’s gambling sector continues to expand, with €5.7 billion in gross gaming revenue (GGR) reported for H1 2025 — a 3.5% increase compared to the same period in 2024, according to the Autorité nationale des jeux (ANJ).
Key Highlights:
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Online gambling:
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Generated €1.4 billion (up 6% year-on-year)
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Digital segment continues to lead market growth
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Sports betting:
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Dominates online market with 69% of total online GGR
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Stakes rose by 15% to nearly €6 billion
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4.1 million active accounts (up 10%)
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Most popular sports: football and tennis
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Retail betting also up by 4.4%
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Tennis betting boom:
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22% increase in betting volume
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Driven by the Roland Garros French Open
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46% (May) and 51% (June) increase compared to 2024
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Horse racing:
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Flat GGR at €174 million
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Active accounts up 3% (513,000)
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Unique players down 3% (447,000)
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Growth linked to promotional offers
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Poker:
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GGR down 4%
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Cash games fell 15% to €47 million
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Tournaments stable at €199 million
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Player count increased due to cross-selling
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Lottery:
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Boosted by Euromillions and retail sports betting
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Expected to drive growth into H2 2025
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FDJ United (France’s state-backed operator):
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Enjoyed strongest growth after acquiring Kindred Group in October 2024
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Consolidated sports betting and online BDG Game under one brand
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