Inspired Entertainment Inc

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We make forward-looking statements in this Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations. For definitions of the term Forward-Looking Statements, see the definitions provided in the Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements at the start of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the period ended September 30, 2023.

Current wording

We make forward-looking statements in this Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations. For definitions of the term “forward-looking statements”, see the definitions provided in the Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements at the forepart of this report.

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We generate revenue in four principal ways: i) on a participation basis, ii) on a fixed rental fee basis, iii) through product sales, iv) managed services and v) through software license fees. Participation revenue generally includes a right to receive a share of our customers’ gaming revenue, typically as a share of net win but sometimes as a share of the handle or “coin in” which represents the total amount wagered.

Current wording

We generate revenue in four principal ways: (i) on a participation basis, (ii) on a fixed rental fee basis, (iii) through product sales, (iv) by services provided and (v) through software license fees. Participation revenue generally includes a right to receive a share of our customers’ gaming revenue, typically as a share of net win but sometimes as a share of the handle or “coin in” which represents the total amount wagered.

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For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, we derived approximately 82% and 79% of our revenue from the UK (including customers headquartered in the UK but whose revenue is generated globally), respectively, 5% and 7% from Greece, respectively, and the remaining 13% and 14% respectively across the rest of the world. The UK percentage was impacted by specific Hardware sales, which generally result in a lower margin (“Low Margin sales”), this increased UK revenues for the three-month period by 39% and for the nine month period by 16%. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2022, we derived approximately 79% and 78%, 7% and 8%, 14% and 14% of our revenue from the UK, Greece and the rest of the world, respectively.

Current wording

For the three months ended March 31, 2024 we derived approximately 75% of our revenue from the UK (including customers headquartered in the UK but whose revenue is generated globally), 10% from Greece, and the remaining 15% across the rest of the world. In the three-months ended March 31, 2023 we derived approximately 76% of our revenue from the UK (including customers headquartered in the UK but whose revenue is generated globally), 9% from Greece, and the remaining 15% across the rest of the world.

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As of September 30, 2023, our non-current assets (excluding goodwill) were attributable as follows: 71% to the UK, 11% to Greece and 18% across the rest of the world. As at December 31, 2022, our non-current assets (excluding goodwill) were attributable as follows: 79% to the UK, 6% to Greece and 15% across the rest of the world.

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As of March 31, 2024, our non-current assets (excluding goodwill) were attributable as follows: 70% to the UK, 12% to Greece and 18% across the rest of the world. As of March 31, 2023 our non-current assets (excluding goodwill) were attributable as follows: 80% to the UK, 5% to Greece and 15% across the rest of the world.

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Our results are affected by changes in foreign currency exchange rates as a result of the translation of foreign functional currencies into our reporting currency and the re-measurement of foreign currency transactions and balances. The impact of foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations represents the difference between current rates and prior-period rates applied to current activity. The geographic region in which the largest portion of our business is operated is the UK and the British pound (“GBP”) is considered to be our functional currency. Our reporting currency is the U.S. dollar (“USD”). Our results are translated from our functional currency of GBP into the reporting currency of USD using average rates for profit and loss transactions and applicable spot rates for period-end balances. The effect of translating our functional currency into our reporting currency, as well as translating the results of foreign subsidiaries that have a different functional currency into our functional currency, is reported separately in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income.

Current wording

Our results are affected by changes in foreign currency exchange rates as a result of the translation of foreign functional currencies into our reporting currency and the re-measurement of foreign currency transactions and balances. The impact of foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations represents the difference between current rates and prior-period rates applied to current activity. The geographic region in which the largest portion of our business is operated is the UK and the British pound sterling (“GBP”) is considered to be our functional currency. Our reporting currency is the U.S. dollar (“USD”). Our results are translated from our functional currency of GBP into the reporting currency of USD using average rates for profit and loss transactions and applicable spot rates for period-end balances. The effect of translating our functional currency into our reporting currency, as well as translating the results of foreign subsidiaries that have a different functional currency into our functional currency, is reported separately in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income.

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In the section “Results of Operations” below, currency impacts shown have been calculated as the current-period average GBP:USD rate less the equivalent average rate in the prior year period, multiplied by the current period amount in our functional currency (GBP). The remaining difference, referred to as functional currency at constant rate, is calculated as the difference in our functional currency, multiplied by the prior-period average GBP:USD rate. This is not a U.S. GAAP measure but is one which management believes gives a clearer indication of results. In the tables below, variances in particular line items from period to period exclude currency translation movements, and currency translation impacts are shown independently.

Current wording

In the section “Results of Operations” below, currency impacts shown have been calculated as the current-period average GBP:USD rate less the equivalent average rate in the prior period, multiplied by the current period amount in our functional currency (GBP). The remaining difference, referred to as functional currency at constant rate, is calculated as the difference in our functional currency, multiplied by the prior-period average GBP:USD rate. This is not a U.S. GAAP measure, but is one which management believes gives a clearer indication of results. In the tables below, variances in particular line items from period to period exclude currency translation movements, and currency translation impacts are shown independently.

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Our results are affected by changes in foreign currency exchange rates, primarily between our functional currency (GBP) and our reporting currency (USD). During the periods ended September 30, 2023 and September 30, 2022, the average GBP:USD rates for the three-month period were 1.27 and 1.18, respectively, and for the nine-month period were 1.25 in both years. .

Current wording

Our results are affected by changes in foreign currency exchange rates, primarily between our functional currency (GBP) and our reporting currency (USD). During the three months ended March 31, 2024 and March 31, 2023, the average GBP:USD rates for the periods 1.27 and 1.21, respectively.

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Three and Nine Months ended September 30, 2023, compared to Three and Nine Months ended September 30, 2022

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Three Months ended March 31, 2024, compared to Three Months ended March 31, 2023

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For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, revenue on a functional currency (at constant rate) basis increased by $16.4 million and $37.2 million.

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For the three months ended March 31, 2024, revenue on a functional currency (at constant rate) basis decreased by $4.4 million, or 7%.

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During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, the Company recorded expenses of $3.3 million and $9.3 million, respectively, compared to expenses of $2.5 million and $7.9 million for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2022. All expenses were related to outstanding awards but the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, included $0.4 million related to award units that were fully vested on the date of grant and therefore were expensed immediately. The nine months ended September 30, 2023 also included $0.7 million related to the group restructuring.

Current wording

During the three months ended March 31, 2024, the Company recorded expenses of $2.3 million compared to expenses of $2.9 million for the three months ended March 31, 2023. All expenses were related to outstanding awards. The three months ended March 31, 2023 included an expense of $0.7 million relating to the group restructure.

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Segment Results (for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, compared to the three and nine months ended September 30, 2022)

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Segment Results (for the three months ended March 31, 2024, compared to the three months ended March 31, 2023)

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We generate revenue from our Gaming segment through the delivery of our gaming terminals preloaded with propriety gaming software, server based content, as well as services such as terminal repairs, maintenance, software updates and upgrades on a when and if available basis and content development. We receive rental fees for machines, typically in conjunction with long-term contracts, on both a participation and fixed fee basis. Our participation contracts are typically structured to pay us a percentage of net win (defined as net revenue to our operator customers, after deducting player winnings, free bets or plays and any relevant regulatory levies) from gaming terminals placed in our customers’ facilities. Typically, we recognize revenue from these arrangements on a daily basis over the term of the contract.

Current wording

We generate revenue from our Gaming segment through the delivery of our gaming terminals preloaded with proprietary gaming software, server-based content, as well as services such as terminal repairs, maintenance, software upgrades and upgrades on a when and if available basis and content development. We receive rental fees for machines, typically in conjunction with long-term contracts, on both a participation and fixed fee basis. Our participation contracts are typically structured to pay us a percentage of net win (defined as net revenue to our operator customers, after deducting player winnings, free bets or plays and any relevant regulatory levies) from gaming terminals placed in our customers’ facilities. Typically, we recognize revenue from these arrangements on a daily basis over the term of the contract.

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“End of Period Installed Base” is equal to the number of deployed Gaming terminals at the end of each period that have been placed on a participation or fixed rental basis. Gaming participation revenue, which comprises the majority of Gaming Service revenue, is directly related to the participation terminal installed base. This is the medium by which our customers generate revenue and distribute a revenue share to the Company. To the extent all other KPIs and certain other factors remain constant, the larger the installed base, the higher the Company’s revenue would be for a given period. Management gives careful consideration to this KPI in terms of driving growth across the segment. This does not include Service Only terminals.

Current wording

“End of Period Installed Base” is equal to the number of deployed Gaming terminals at the end of each period that have been placed on a participation or fixed rental basis. Gaming participation revenue, which comprises the majority of Gaming Service revenue, is directly related to the participation terminal installed base. This is the medium by which our customers generate revenue and distribute a revenue share to the Company. To the extent all other key performance indicators (KPIs) and certain other factors remain constant, the larger the installed base, the higher the Company’s revenue would be for a given period. Management gives careful consideration to this KPI in terms of driving growth across the segment. This does not include Service Only terminals.

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Management believes Customer Gross Win measures are meaningful because they represent a view of customer operating performance that is unaffected by our revenue share percentage and allow management to (1) readily view operating trends, (2) perform analytical comparisons and benchmarking between customers and (3) identify strategies to improve operating performance in the different markets in which we operate.

Current wording

Our management believes Customer Gross Win measures are meaningful because they represent a view of customer operating performance that is unaffected by our revenue share percentage and allow management to (1) readily view operating trends, (2) perform analytical comparisons and benchmarking between customers and (3) identify strategies to improve operating performance in the different markets in which we operate.

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Our participation contracts are typically structured to pay us a percentage of net win (defined as net revenue to our operator customers, after deducting player winnings, free bets or plays and other promotional costs and any relevant regulatory levies) from Virtual Sports content placed on our customers’ websites or in our customers’ facilities. Typically, we recognize revenue from these arrangements on a daily basis over the term of the contract.

Current wording

We generate revenue from our Virtual Sports segment through the on-premise solution and hosting of our products. We primarily receive fees on a participation basis. Our participation contracts are typically structured to pay us a percentage of net win (defined as net revenue to our operator customers, after deducting player winnings, free bets or plays and other promotional costs and any relevant regulatory levies) from Virtual Sports content placed on our customers’ websites or in our customers’ facilities. Typically, we recognize revenue from these arrangements on a daily basis over the term of the contract.

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We generate revenue from our Interactive segment through the various games content made available via third party aggregation platforms with Inspired’s remote gaming server or directly on the Company’s remote gaming server platform, and services such as customer support, platform maintenance, updates and upgrades. Typically, we receive fees on a participation basis. Our participation contracts are usually structured to pay us a percentage of net win (defined as net revenue to our operator customers, after deducting player winnings, free bets or plays and other promotional costs and any relevant regulatory levies) from Interactive content placed on our customers’ websites. Typically, we recognize revenue from these arrangements on a daily basis over the term of the contract.

Current wording

We generate revenue from our Interactive segment through thevarious games content made available via third party aggregation platforms with Inspired’s remote gaming server or directly on the Company’s remote gaming server platform, and services such as customer support, platform maintenance, updates and upgrades. Typically, we receive fees on a participation basis. Our participation contracts are usually structured to pay us a percentage of net win (defined as net revenue to our operator customers, after deducting player winnings, free bets or plays and other promotional costs and any relevant regulatory levies) from Interactive content placed on our customers’ websites. Typically, we recognize revenue from these arrangements on a daily basis over the term of the contract.

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During three and nine-month period, revenue increased by $1.5 million and $4.8 million, respectively, primarily driven by revenue growth in the UK, US and Canada due to new customer launches, the consistent launch of new content across the estate and increased promotional activity through exclusive deals with tier-one customers.

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During the three-month period ended March 31, 2024, revenue increased by $1.8 million, or 31% as compared to the three-month period ended March 31, 2023, primarily driven by revenue growth in the UK, Europe and Latin America due to the consistent launch of new content across the estate and increased promotional activity.

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Operating income for the three-month period increased by $1.0 million and the nine-month period increased by $1.6 million, respectively. The nine-month increase was driven by the increase in revenue, partially offset by increases in SG&A expenses $1.8 million, respectively, due to an increase in staff costs due to an investment in new technology and commercial headcount during Q4 2022 and Q1 2023.

Current wording

Operating income for the three-month period ended March 31, 2024 increased by $0.4 million. This increase was driven by the increase in revenue, partially offset by a $0.6 million increase in SG&A expenses driven by increased staff and IT costs, and a $0.6 million increase in depreciation and amortization expenses.

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Note: Exchange rate in the table is calculated by dividing the USD total revenue by the GBP total revenue, therefore this could be slightly different from the average rate during the period depending on timing of transactions.

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Note: Exchange rate in the table is calculated by dividing the USD total revenue by the GBP total revenue, therefore this could be slightly different from the average rate during the period depending on the timing of transactions.

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We use certain non-GAAP financial measures, including EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA, to analyze our operating performance. We use these financial measures to manage our business on a day-to-day basis. We believe that these measures are also commonly used in our industry to measure performance. For these reasons, we believe that these non-GAAP financial measures provide expanded insight into our business, in addition to standard U.S. GAAP financial measures. There are no specific rules or regulations for defining and using non-GAAP financial measures, and as a result the measures we use may not be comparable to measures used by other companies, even if they have similar labels. The presentation of non-GAAP financial information should not be considered in isolation from, or as a substitute for, or superior to, financial information prepared and presented in accordance with U.S. GAAP. You should consider our non-GAAP financial measures in conjunction with our U.S. GAAP financial measures.

Current wording

We use certain non-GAAP financial measures, including EBITDA, to analyze our operating performance. We use these financial measures to manage our business on a day-to-day basis. We believe that these measures are also commonly used in our industry to measure performance. For these reasons, we believe that these non-GAAP financial measures provide expanded insight into our business, in addition to standard U.S. GAAP financial measures. There are no specific rules or regulations for defining and using non-GAAP financial measures, and as a result the measures we use may not be comparable to measures used by other companies, even if they have similar labels. The presentation of non-GAAP financial information should not be considered in isolation from, or as a substitute for, or superior to, financial information prepared and presented in accordance with U.S. GAAP. You should consider our non-GAAP financial measures in conjunction with our U.S. GAAP financial measures.

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Adjusted EBITDA is defined as net income (loss) excluding depreciation and amortization, interest expense, interest income and income tax expense, and other additional exclusions and adjustments (see Adjusted EBITDA reconciliation table)*.*Such additional excluded amounts include stock-based compensation U.S. GAAP charges where the associated liability is expected to be settled in stock, and changes in the value of earnout liabilities and income and expenditure in relation to legacy portions of the business (being those portions where trading no longer occurs) including closed defined benefit pension schemes. Additional adjustments are made for items considered outside the normal course of business, including but not limited to (1) restructuring costs, which include charges attributable to employee severance, management changes, restructuring, dual running costs, costs related to facility closures and integration costs, (2) merger and acquisition costs and (3) gains or losses not in the ordinary course of business.

Current wording

Adjusted EBITDA is defined as net income (loss) excluding depreciation and amortization, interest expense, interest income and income tax expense, and other additional exclusions and adjustments (see Adjusted EBITDA reconciliation table). Such additional excluded amounts include stock-based compensation U.S. GAAP charges where the associated liability is expected to be settled in stock, and changes in the value of earnout liabilities and income and expenditure in relation to legacy portions of the business (being those portions where trading no longer occurs) including closed defined benefit pension schemes. Additional adjustments are made for items considered outside the normal course of business, including but not limited to (1) restructuring costs, which include charges attributable to employee severance, impairments, management changes, restructuring, dual running costs, costs related to facility closures and integration costs, (2) merger and acquisition costs and (3) gains or losses not in the ordinary course of business.

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Functional Currency at Constant rate. Currency impacts discussed have been calculated as the current-period average GBP: USD rate less the equivalent average rate in the prior year period, multiplied by the current period amount in our functional currency (GBP). The remaining difference, referred to as functional currency at constant rate, is calculated as the difference in our functional currency, multiplied by the prior-period average GBP: USD rate, as a proxy for functional currency at constant rate movement.

Current wording

Functional Currency at Constant rate. Currency impacts discussed have been calculated as the current-period average GBP: USD rate less the equivalent average rate in the prior period, multiplied by the current period amount in our functional currency (GBP). The remaining difference, referred to as functional currency at constant rate, is calculated as the difference in our functional currency, multiplied by the prior-period average GBP: USD rate, as a proxy for functional currency at constant rate movement.

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Reconciliation to Adjusted EBITDA by segment for the Three and Nine Months ended September 30, 2023

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Reconciliation to Adjusted EBITDA by segment for the Three Months ended March 31, 2024

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Reconciliation to Adjusted EBITDA by segment for the Three and Nine Months ended September 30, 2022

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Reconciliation to Adjusted EBITDA by segment for the Three Months ended March 31, 2023

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For the nine months ended September 30, 2023, net cash inflow provided by operating activities was $35.3 million, compared to a $31.8 million inflow for the nine months ended September 30, 2022, representing a $3.5 million increase in cash generation from operating activities.

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For the three months ended March 31, 2024, net cash inflow provided by operating activities was $3.6 million, compared to an $11.6 million inflow for the three months ended March 31, 2023, representing a $8.0 million decrease in cash generation from operating activities. This decrease was driven primarily through a higher net loss in the three months ended March 31, 2024 and the three months ended March 31, 2023 benefitted from favorable receipts due to the timing of sales.

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To fund our obligations, we have historically relied on a combination of cash flows provided by operations and the incurrence of additional debt or the refinancing of existing debt. As of September 30, 2023, we had liquidity consisting of $26.4 million in cash and cash equivalents and a further $24.4 million of undrawn revolver facility. This compares to $37.4 million of cash and cash equivalents as of September 30, 2022, with a further $22.3 million of revolver facilities undrawn. We had a working capital outflow of $8.0 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, compared to a $22.0 million outflow for the nine months ended September 30, 2022.

Current wording

To fund our obligations, we have historically relied on a combination of cash flows provided by operations and the incurrence of additional debt or the refinancing of existing debt. As of March 31, 2024, we had liquidity consisting of $35.3 million in cash and a further $6.3 million of undrawn revolver facility. This compares to $27.8 million of cash as of March 31, 2023, with a further $24.7 million of revolver facilities undrawn. We had a working capital outflow of $1.8 million for the three months ended March 31, 2024, compared to a $2.0 million inflow for the three months ended March 31, 2023.

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The level of our working capital surplus or deficit varies with the level of machine production being undertaken and our capitalization as well as the seasonality evident in some of the businesses. In periods with minimal machine volumes and capital spend, our working capital is typically more stable. In periods where significant numbers of machines are being produced, the levels of inventory and creditors are typically higher and there is a natural timing difference between converting the stock into sellable or capitalized plant and settling payments to suppliers. These factors, along with movements in trading activity levels can result in significant working capital volatility. In periods of low activity, our working capital volatility is reduced. Working capital is reviewed and managed with the aim of ensuring that current liabilities are covered by the level of cash held and the expected level of short-term receipts.

Current wording

The level of our working capital surplus or deficit varies with the level of machine production we are undertaking and our capitalization as well as the seasonality evident in some of the businesses. In periods with minimal machine volumes and capital spend, our working capital is typically more stable. In periods where significant numbers of machines are being produced, the levels of inventory and creditors are typically higher and there is a natural timing difference between converting the stock into sellable or capitalized plant and settling payments to suppliers. These factors, along with movements in trading activity levels can result in significant working capital volatility. In periods of low activity, our working capital volatility is reduced. Working capital is reviewed and managed with the aim of ensuring that current liabilities are covered by the level of cash held and the expected level of short-term receipts.

Previous wording

Some of our business operations require cash to be held within the machines. As of September 30, 2023, $6.0 million of our $26.4 million of cash and cash equivalents were held as operational floats within the machines. At September 30, 2022, $4.8 million of our $37.4 million of cash and cash equivalents were held as operational floats within the machines

Current wording

Some of our business operations require cash to be held within the machines. As of March 31, 2024, $6.1 million of our $35.3 million of cash were held as operational floats within the machines. At March 31, 2023, $5.5 million of our $27.8 million of cash were held as operational floats within the machines.

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Under our debt facilities in place as of September 30, 2023, we are not subject to covenant testing on the Senior Secured Notes. We are, however, subject to covenant testing at the level of Inspired Entertainment Inc., the ultimate holding company, on our Super Senior Revolving Credit Facility which requires the Company to maintain a maximum consolidated senior secured net leverage ratio of 6.0x on March 31, 2022, stepping down to 5.75x on March 31, 2023 and 5.50x from March 31, 2024 and thereafter (the “RCF Financial Covenant”). The RCF Financial Covenant is calculated as the ratio of consolidated senior secured net debt to consolidated pro forma EBITDA (defined as net loss excluding depreciation and amortization, interest expense, interest income and income tax expense) for the 12-month period preceding the relevant quarterly testing date and is tested quarterly on a rolling basis, subject to the Initial Facility (as defined in the RCF Agreement) being drawn on the relevant test date. The RCF Financial Covenant does not include a minimum interest coverage ratio or other financial covenants. Covenant testing at September 30, 2023 showed covenant compliance with a net leverage of 2.7x.

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Under our debt facilities in place as of March 31, 2024, we are not subject to covenant testing on the Senior Secured Notes. We are, however, subject to covenant testing at the level of Inspired Entertainment Inc., the ultimate holding company, on our Super Senior Revolving Credit Facility which requires the Company to maintain a maximum consolidated senior secured net leverage ratio of 6.0x on March 31, 2022, stepping down to 5.75x on March 31, 2023 and 5.50x from March 31, 2024 and thereafter (the “RCF Financial Covenant”). The RCF Financial Covenant is calculated as the ratio of consolidated senior secured net debt to consolidated pro forma EBITDA (defined as net loss excluding depreciation and amortization, interest expense, interest income and income tax expense) for the 12-month period preceding the relevant quarterly testing date and is tested quarterly on a rolling basis, subject to the Initial Facility (as defined in the RCF Agreement) being drawn on the relevant test date. The RCF Financial Covenant does not include a minimum interest coverage ratio or other financial covenants. Covenant testing at March 31, 2024 showed covenant compliance with a net leverage of 2.9x.

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The Board of Directors has authorized that the Company may use up to $25.0 million to repurchase Inspired shares of common stock, subject to repurchases being effected on or before May 10, 2025. Management has discretion as to whether to repurchase shares of the Company. In the nine months ended September 30, 2023 $1.6 million of shares were repurchased giving an aggregate spend of $12.0 million in repurchasing our shares of common stock.

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The Board of Directors has authorized that the Company may use up to $25.0 million to repurchase Inspired shares of common stock, subject to repurchases being effected on or before May 10, 2025. Management has discretion as to whether to repurchase shares of the Company. There were no repurchases in the three months ended March 31, 2024. As of March 31, 2024 the Company has repurchased an aggregate of 1,193,118 shares of our common stock at an aggregate cost of $12.0 million.

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As of September 30, 2023, there were no off-balance sheet arrangements, as defined in Item 303(a)(4)(ii) of Regulation S-K, promulgated by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

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As of March 31, 2024, there were no off-balance sheet arrangements, as defined in Item 303(a)(4)(ii) of Regulation S-K, promulgated by the SEC.

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The preparation of our audited consolidated financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (“U.S. GAAP”) requires management to make estimates and assumptions. We exercise considerable judgment with respect to establishing sound accounting policies and in making estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of our assets and liabilities, our recognition of revenue and expenses, and our disclosure of commitments and contingencies at the date of the consolidated financial statements. On an on-going basis, we evaluate our estimates and judgments. We base our estimates and judgments on a variety of factors, including our historical experience, knowledge of our business and industry and current and expected economic conditions, that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances, the results of which form the basis for making judgments about the carrying values of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. We periodically re-evaluate our estimates and assumptions with respect to these judgments and modify our approach when circumstances indicate that modifications are necessary. While we believe that the factors we evaluate provide us with a meaningful basis for establishing and applying sound accounting policies, we cannot guarantee that the results will always be accurate. Since the determination of these estimates requires the exercise of judgment, actual results could differ from such estimates.

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The preparation of our audited consolidated financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions. We exercise considerable judgment with respect to establishing sound accounting policies and in making estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of our assets and liabilities, our recognition of revenue and expenses, and our disclosure of commitments and contingencies at the date of the consolidated financial statements. On an on-going basis, we evaluate our estimates and judgments. We base our estimates and judgments on a variety of factors, including our historical experience, knowledge of our business and industry and current and expected economic conditions, that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances, the results of which form the basis for making judgments about the carrying values of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. We periodically re-evaluate our estimates and assumptions with respect to these judgments and modify our approach when circumstances indicate that modifications are necessary. While we believe that the factors we evaluate provide us with a meaningful basis for establishing and applying sound accounting policies, we cannot guarantee that the results will always be accurate. Since the determination of these estimates requires the exercise of judgment, actual results could differ from such estimates.