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William Hill owner Evoke agrees £243m takeover

Published Friday, June 5, 2026 · Updated June 5

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Evoke, the company that owns William Hill, has agreed to a £243 million takeover by the Greek casino and lottery operator Bally's Intralot. This agreement comes amidst Evoke's reported financial difficulties, including substantial debt and a declining share price.

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  • Evoke, owner of William Hill, has agreed a £243m takeover by the Greek casino and lottery operator Bally’s Intralot.

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    The article frames the takeover within the context of Evoke's significant financial struggles, including heavy debt, plummeting share price, and past regulatory issues related to anti-money laundering and customer losses.

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