888 posts growth across all sectors

ne gambling firm 888 has reported positive numbers across the board, highlighted by second quarter revenue of $111m ̶ a year-on-year increase of 15%.

The online casino platform contributed $47m, growing 15% on the back of "best-in-class customer relations and back-office technology".

The 888 Bingo product saw the biggest rise ̶ growing 17% to $12m ̶ while the 'emerging offering' market grew 17% to $7m, powered by a "strong sport performance".

CEO Brian Mattingley said: "I am pleased to report that 888 has delivered another strong performance in the second quarter which, in combination with our very good start to the year, has once again resulted in record-breaking revenue for H1."

Like many other online gambling companies, 888's poker platform was the worst performing sector, increasing by a relatively stagnant 2%.

The company reported it has increased its customer base to 16.8 million, a 17% boost over the last year.