SOURCE: Business Wire

(Stockholm, Sweden) — ALL FIGURES IN THIS REPORT ARE IN SEK. NUMBERS IN PARENTHESIS INDICATE THE CORRESPONDING PERIOD FOR THE PREVIOUS YEAR.

The quarter:

• Betsson invested in growth during the first quarter
• The Group revenue increased by 54 percent to SEK 227.8 million (148.1)
• The number of active customers increased to 153 000, an increase of 43 percent compared to Q4 2007
• Sweden’s largest ever casino win amounting to SEK 10.5 million was won by a customer at Betsson Casino
• Operating income increased to SEK 56.8 million (45.5)
• Income before taxes amounted to SEK 57.5 (45.5) million
• Income after taxes amounted to SEK 53.6 (41.7) million, which corresponds to SEK 1,36 (1,06) per share.

Continued strong Sales development

“During the first quarter Betsson has increased focus on customer acquisition and growth. I conclude that the investment has been successful and that we as a result of this laid down a solid foundation for future growth during the year to come. “ says Pontus Lindwall, CEO and President of Betsson.