Flutter CEO on betting activity around the NBA Finals

Watch on YouTube ↗  |  June 04, 2026 at 20:08  |  4:35  |  CNBC
Speakers
Peter Jackson — CEO, Flutter Entertainment

Summary

Flutter CEO Peter Jackson discusses NBA Finals betting activity, handle strength, and FanDuel's cross-state app features. He highlights player fandom and the massive scale of the upcoming World Cup, but does not provide any explicit investment recommendations.

  • The New York Knicks' winning run has driven strong betting handle but created challenges for sportsbooks.
  • FanDuel's app adjusts features based on state regulations, offering full sportsbook in regulated markets and prediction products elsewhere.
  • Jackson expresses a preference for a seven-game NBA Finals series for entertainment value.
  • The upcoming World Cup is framed as a massive global event with billions of viewers.
  • Flutter's global footprint is noted but not explicitly tied to a bullish investment thesis.
  • No specific stock or trade recommendations are made during the interview.
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