Top sports betting stocks DraftKings and Flutter Entertainment are rising during the World Cup, with analysts predicting record-breaking sports betting on the FIFA World Cup.

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Who

DraftKings, Flutter Entertainment

What

When

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 20:21:21 GMT · 2h 28m ago

Where

United States ·

Why

The ongoing FIFA World Cup is driving a rebound in sports betting stocks, with an estimated $4.4 billion wagered by Americans during the tournament.

The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

The increased wagering during the World Cup is boosting DraftKings and Flutter Entertainment; however, the rise of prediction markets like Polymarket and Kalshi poses a significant risk to their revenue growth and profitability in the long term, despite the short-term gains.

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Benzinga
https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/26/06/53184741/draftkings-and-flutter-jump-as-world-cup-continues-but-key-risk-remains
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