Editor’s Note: This article has been updated with the company’s response.

In a surprising turn of events, Games Global Ltd, a UK-based company known for its online casino games, has decided to pull its initial public offering (IPO) from the U.S.

What Happened: Games Global announced on Monday that it has postponed its initial public offering in the United States. While investor interest was strong, the decision was made due to the continued positive performance of the company's underlying business and the anticipated trajectory following its recent entry into the U.S. gaming market.

According to the company, the board of directors believes delaying the offering is in the best interests of stakeholders and will continue to monitor the timing for the proposed offering, while evaluating all strategic opportunities that align with the company's long-term strategy.

A Games Global spokesperson told Benzinga, “Our team remains committed to delivering the most innovative games on the market. We will continue to monitor the capital markets going forward and make the appropriate reconsiderations as to an IPO in the future.”

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The company, which was founded in 2021, had planned to raise $254 million through its IPO. The proposed price range was $16 to $19 per share, which would have valued the company at around $2.0 billion. The IPO was expected to be listed on the NYSE under the symbol GGL.

Why It Matters: Games Global’s decision to withdraw its IPO comes as a surprise, especially after the company had set the terms for its IPO just a week ago. The company announced plans to offer 14.5 million shares, with 59% of the shares being secondary.

Games Global’s decision to withdraw its IPO also comes after the company had secured an exclusive deal with the UFC for branded slot games, as reported by World Casino Directory. This partnership is expected to further boost the company’s standing in the online gaming industry.

Before that, Games Global and AreaVegas Games launched a new game, Area Link™ Dragon, adding to its extensive portfolio of more than 1,300 games.

The reasons behind the IPO withdrawal remain unclear.

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