In an effort to maintain field size and improve the quality of racing for the 2025 season, the Company has guaranteed an additional $500,000 of purse monies to be distributed above the minimum amount defined in Minnesota Statutes Chapter 240.
In an effort to maintain field size and improve the quality of racing for the 2025 season, the Company guaranteed an additional $500,000 of purse monies to be distributed above the minimum amount defined in Minnesota Statutes Chapter 240.
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES Net cash used in financing activities for 2024 was $1,293,000 primarily due to cash dividends paid to shareholders and payments for taxes of equity awards, partially offset by proceeds from the issuance of common stock.
Net cash used in financing activities for 2024 was $1,293,000 primarily due to cash dividends paid to shareholders and payments for taxes of equity awards, partially offset by proceeds from the issuance of common stock.
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES Net cash used in investing activities for 2024 of $17,349,000 was used primarily for additions to land, buildings, and equipment of $11,984,000, primarily related to our barn relocation and redevelopment plan, additions for TIF eligible improvements of $4,244,000, an increase in related party receivable of $1,218,000, primarily due to additional member loans and interest related to the member loans, and purchases of short-term investments of $7,000,000.
Net cash used in investing activities for 2024 of $17,349,000 was used primarily for additions to land, buildings, and equipment of $11,984,000, primarily related to our barn relocation and redevelopment plan, additions for TIF eligible improvements of $4,244,000, an increase in related party receivable of $1,218,000, primarily due to additional member loans and interest related to the member loans, and purchases of short-term investments of $7,000,000.
There were no unpaid purse fund obligations due to the MNHBPA at December 31, 2024 or 2023 . In March 2022, the Company entered into a five-year agreement with a totalizator provider. Pursuant to the agreement, the vendor provides totalizator equipment and related software which records and processes all wagers and calculates odds and payoffs.
There were no unpaid purse fund obligations due to the MNHBPA at December 31, 2025 or 2024 . In March 2022, the Company entered into a five-year agreement with a totalizator provider. Pursuant to the agreement, the vendor provides totalizator equipment and related software which records and processes all wagers and calculates odds and payoffs.
The line of credit was collateralized by all receivables, inventory, equipment, and general intangibles of the Company, as well as a mortgage on certain real property. The Company had no borrowings under the credit line during the year ended December 31, 2024 . As of December 31, 2024 , the outstanding balance on the line of credit was $0.
The line of credit was collateralized by all receivables, inventory, equipment, and general intangibles of the Company, as well as a mortgage on certain real property. The Company had no borrowings under the credit line during the year ended December 31, 2025 . As of December 31, 2025 , the outstanding balance on the line of credit was $0.
The Company also derives revenues from related services and activities, such as food and beverage, parking, advertising signage, publication sales, and from other entertainment events and activities held at the Racetrack. In 2024, Canterbury Development continued to pursue various development opportunities that began in 2015 for its underutilized land in a project known as Canterbury Commons.
The Company also derives revenues from related services and activities, such as food and beverage, advertising signage, publication sales, and from other entertainment events and activities held at the Racetrack. In 2025, Canterbury Development continued to pursue various development opportunities that began in 2015 for its underutilized land in a project known as Canterbury Commons.
These development opportunities have included contributions of land to joint ventures, four as of the end of December 2024, and sales of parcels of land to third parties that will then develop the property.
These development opportunities have included contributions of land to joint ventures, four as of the end of December 2025, and sales of parcels of land to third parties that will then develop the property.
The MRC regulates the operation of the player pool and progressive jackpot pools. These liabilities have the potential for significant fluctuation on a daily basis. All games in the Casino are played using chips. The value of chips issued and outstanding, referred to as the “outstanding chip liability,” was $447,000 and $558,000 at December 31, 2024 and 2023 , respectively.
The MRC regulates the operation of the player pool and progressive jackpot pools. These liabilities have the potential for significant fluctuation on a daily basis. All games in the Casino are played using chips. The value of chips issued and outstanding, referred to as the “outstanding chip liability,” was $469,000 and $447,000 at December 31, 2025 and 2024 , respectively.
The credit agreement contains covenants requiring the Company to maintain certain financial ratios. The Company was in compliance with these requirements at all times throughout 2024 .
The credit agreement contains covenants requiring the Company to maintain certain financial ratios. The Company was in compliance with these requirements at all times throughout 2025 .
OPERATIONS REVIEW YEAR ENDED December 31, 2024 COMPARED TO YEAR ENDED December 31, 2023 EBITDA represents earnings before interest income, net, income tax expense, depreciation, and amortization.
OPERATIONS REVIEW YEAR ENDED December 31, 2025 COMPARED TO YEAR ENDED December 31, 2024 EBITDA represents earnings before interest income, net, income tax expense, depreciation, and amortization.
The future minimum purchase obligations under the new agreement are $166,400 per year. The amounts charged to operations for totalizator expenses for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 w ere $200,000 and $205,000, res pectively.
The future minimum purchase obligations under the new agreement are $166,400 per year. The amounts charged to operations for totalizator expenses for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024 w ere $203,000 and $200,000, res pectively.
At the conclusion of the 2024 live race meet, the Company recorded a receivable related to the overpayment of 2024 purses in the amount of $1,597,463, which is presented on the Company's balance sheet as of December 31, 2024.
At the conclusion of the 2024 live race meet, the Company recorded a receivable related to the overpayment of 2024 purses in the amount of $1,597,463, which is presented as Other long-term receivables on the Company's balance sheet as of December 31, 2024.
Pursuant to an agreement with the MNHBPA, we transferred into a trust account or paid directly to the MNHBPA, approximately $8,288,000 and $7,133,000 in purse funds related to thoroughbred races for 2024 and 2023 , respectively. Minnesota law provides that amounts transferred into this trust account are the property of the trust and not the Company.
Pursuant to an agreement with the MNHBPA, we transferred into a trust account or paid directly to the MNHBPA, approximately $6,956,000 and $8,288,000 in purse funds related to thoroughbred races for 2025 and 2024 , respectively. Minnesota law provides that amounts transferred into this trust account are the property of the trust and not the Company.
In addition to this write-off, the Company had multiple additional asset disposals for a gain of $7,000, resulting in a net loss on disposal of assets of $49,000 for the year ended December 31, 2024 . During 2023, the Company performed a review of any fixed assets that were no longer in service at December 31, 2023 .
In addition to this write-off, the Company had multiple additional asset disposals for a gain of $41,000, resulting in a net loss on disposal of assets of $56,000 for the year ended December 31, 2025 . During 2024, the Company performed a review of any fixed assets that were no longer in service at December 31, 2024 .
Management believes it is likely that additional purse supplements will ultimately be obtained when considering both the length of time to secure such funds (five years following the 2025 live race meet) and the fact that legislation has been introduced in both chambers of the Minnesota legislature that would provide those supplements through revenues from taxes paid by sports wagering licenses.
Management believes it is likely that additional purse supplements will ultimately be obtained when considering both the length of time to secure such funds and the fact that legislation has been introduced in both chambers of the Minnesota legislature that would provide those supplements through revenues from taxes paid by sports wagering licenses.
In the event that additional purse revenue is secured within the five years following the 2025 live race meet through additional forms of gaming at the Company, new revenue streams, or legislative action, the Company will be eligible for reimbursement of the actual 2024 overpayment amount from those purse supplements.
As mentioned above, in the event that additional purse revenue is secured within the five years following the 2025 live race meet through additional forms of gaming at the Company, new revenue streams, or legislative action, the Company will be eligible for reimbursement of the actual 2024 and 2025 overpayment amounts from those purse supplements.
We receive guest fees from out-of-state racetracks and ADW companies for out-of-state wagering on our live races. Other revenues include source market fees paid by ADW companies for wagers made by Minnesota residents on out-of-state races and proceeds from unredeemed pari-mutuel tickets. Total 2024 pari-mutuel revenue decreased $28,000, or 0.3%, compared to 2023 .
We receive guest fees from out-of-state racetracks and ADW companies for out-of-state wagering on our live races. Other revenues include source market fees paid by ADW companies for wagers made by Minnesota residents on out-of-state races and proceeds from unredeemed pari-mutuel tickets. Total 2025 pari-mutuel revenue decreased $540,000, or 6.6%, compared to 2024 .
The poker promotional pool liability was $364,000 and $339,000 at December 31, 2024 and 2023 , respectively. 21 The Casino offers progressive jackpots for poker games. Amounts collected for these jackpot funds are accrued as liabilities until paid to winners. At December 31, 2024 and 2023 , accrued jackpot funds totaled $88,000 and $172,000, respectively.
The poker promotional pool liability was $117,000 and $364,000 at December 31, 2025 and 2024 , respectively. 21 The Casino offers progressive jackpots for poker games. Amounts collected for these jackpot funds are accrued as liabilities until paid to winners. At December 31, 2025 and 2024 , accrued jackpot funds totaled $152,000 and $88,000, respectively.
The following summarizes our financial performance for the last five years (in 000’s): Financial Performance Summary 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 Net Revenues $ 61,562 $ 61,437 $ 66,824 $ 60,400 $ 33,140 Operating Expenses 56,862 56,426 55,943 42,882 (1) 34,882 Gain on Transfer/Sale of Land 1,732 6,490 12 264 2,368 Income (Loss) Before Income Taxes 3,037 14,980 10,235 15,798 (189 ) Income Tax (Expense) Benefit (924 ) (4,417 ) (2,722 ) (3,999 ) 1,251 Net Income 2,113 10,563 7,513 11,798 1,062 1 During fiscal year 2021, the Company reduced operating expenses $6,314,000 by recording an employee retention credit, a refundable tax credit.
The following summarizes our financial performance for the last five years (in 000’s): Financial Performance Summary 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 Net Revenues $ 59,568 $ 61,562 $ 61,437 $ 66,824 $ 60,400 Operating Expenses 57,106 56,862 56,426 55,943 42,882 (1) Gain on Transfer/Sale of Land — 1,732 6,490 12 264 Income (Loss) Before Income Taxes (814 ) 3,037 14,980 10,235 15,798 Income Tax Benefit (Expense) 285 (924 ) (4,417 ) (2,722 ) (3,999) Net (Loss) Income (529 ) 2,113 10,563 7,513 11,798 1 During fiscal year 2021, the Company reduced operating expenses $6,314,000 by recording an employee retention credit, a refundable tax credit.
Effective December 12, 2023, the Indemnity Agreement was amended to increase the maximum indemnification by an additional $1,300,000. Effective December 18, 2024, the I ndemnity Agreement was amended to increase the maximum indemnification by an additional $500,000, bringing the total to a maximum of $7,500,000.
Effective December 12, 2023, the Indemnity Agreement was amended to increase the maximum indemnification by an additional $1,300,000. Effective December 18, 2024, the I ndemnity Agreement was amended to increase the maximum indemnification by an additional $500,000.
In addition to this write-off, the Company had multiple additional asset disposals for a gain of $66,000, resulting in a net loss on disposal of assets of $157,000 for the year ended December 31, 2023 .
In addition to this write-off, the Company had multiple additional asset disposals for a gain of $7,000, resulting in a net loss on disposal of assets of $49,000 for the year ended December 31, 2024 .
During 2024, the Company recorded a gain on transfer of land of $1,732,000 as result of transferring approximately 3.5 acres of land to the Trackside Investments joint venture. See Note 11 for further details.
During 2024, the Company recorded a gain on transfer of land of $1,732,000 as result of transferring approximately 3.5 acres of land to the Trackside Investments joint venture. See Note 11 for further details. The Company had no sales or transfers of land in 2025.
The Company is required to return accumulated player pool funds to the players through giveaways, promotional items, prizes, or by other means. The player pool liability was $542,000 and $1,055,000 at December 31, 2024 and 2023 , respectively. Additionally, the table games jackpot pool was $696,000 and $524,000 at December 31, 2024 and 2023 , respectively.
The Company is required to return accumulated player pool funds to the players through giveaways, promotional items, prizes, or by other means. The player pool liability was $418,000 and $542,000 at December 31, 2025 and 2024 , respectively. Additionally, the table games jackpot pool was $1,149,000 and $697,000 at December 31, 2025 and 2024 , respectively.
The Company recorded net income of $10,563,000, or $2.15 per basic and $2.13 per diluted share for 2023. 19 CRITICAL ACCOUNTING ESTIMATES The preparation of the Consolidated Financial Statements in accordance with GAAP requires us to make estimates and judgments that are subject to an inherent degree of uncertainty.
The Company recorded net income of $2,113,000, or $0.42 per basic and diluted share for 2024. 19 CRITICAL ACCOUNTING ESTIMATES The preparation of the Consolidated Financial Statements in accordance with GAAP requires us to make estimates and judgments that are subject to an inherent degree of uncertainty.
The parties recognize there is likely to be a significant financial cost to the Company in establishing this 2025 thoroughbred purse structure and that to maintain that average purse structure, the Company will be making an overpayment that may be repaid to the Company through reimbursement in subsequent racing years.
The parties recognized there was likely to be a significant financial cost to the Company in establishing this 2025 thoroughbred purse structure and that to maintain that average purse structure, the Company made an overpayment that may be repaid to the Company by the MNHBPA through reimbursement in subsequent racing years.
For 2024 as compared to 2023 , total pari-mutuel revenue decreased 0.3%, Casino revenue decreased 2.5%, food and beverage revenue increased 1.8%, and other revenue increased 18.3%. See below for a further discussion of our sources of revenues for each of our pari-mutuel, Casino, food and beverage, and other revenues.
For 2025 as compared to 2024 , total Casino revenue decreased 4.4%, pari-mutuel revenue decreased 6.6%, food and beverage revenue increased 3.5%, and other revenue decreased 0.7%. See below for a further discussion of our sources of revenues for each of our Casino, pari-mutuel, food and beverage, and other revenues.
For the year ended December 31, 2023 , Adjusted EBITDA excluded from EBITDA stock-based compensation (which includes the Company's 401(k) match in stock contribution), the gain on sale of land, loss on disposal of assets, insurance proceeds received by the Company's equity investment and depreciation, and amortization and interest related to equity investments.
For the year ended December 31, 2024 , Adjusted EBITDA excluded from EBITDA stock-based compensation (which includes the Company's 401(k) match in stock contribution), the gain on transfer of land, loss on disposal of assets, and depreciation and amortization and interest related to equity investments and their joint ventures.
Casino revenue represented 63.0% and 64.8% of the Company’s net revenues for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 , respectively.
Casino revenue represented 62.3% and 63.0% of the Company’s net revenues for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024 , respectively.
CASH AND CAPITAL RESOURCES At December 31, 2024 , we had cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash of $13,687,000 compared to $25,842,000 at December 31, 2023 .
CASH AND CAPITAL RESOURCES At December 31, 2025 , we had cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash of $15,824,000 compared to $13,687,000 at December 31, 2024 .
Net cash used in financing activities for 2023 was $1,345,000 primarily due to cash dividends paid to shareholders and payments for taxes of equity awards, partially offset by proceeds from the issuance of common stock.
This was partially offset by proceeds from the sale of short-term investments of $7,000,000. CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES Net cash used in financing activities for 2025 was $1,310,000 primarily due to cash dividends paid to shareholders and payments for taxes of equity awards, partially offset by proceeds from the issuance of common stock.
The Company is periodically involved in various claims and legal actions arising in the normal course of business. Management believes that the resolution of any pending claims and legal actions at December 31, 2024 and as of the date of this report will not have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial position or results of operations.
Management believes that the resolution of any pending claims and legal actions at December 31, 2025 and as of the date of this report will not have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial position or results of operations.
The increase is primarily due to the expenses incurred as part of our recruiting and participation incentives paid in 2024 under our annual live race meet and purse fund contribution agreement dated December 21, 2023. See Note 9 fo r further details of the agreement. No recruiting and participation incentives are planned for the 2025 live race meet.
Total purse expense decreased $845,000, or 10.7%, in 2025 compared to 2024 . The decrease is primarily due to the expenses incurred as part of our recruiting and participation incentives paid in 2024 under our annual live race meet and purse fund contribution agreement dated December 21, 2023. See Note 9 fo r further details of the agreement.
PARI-MUTUEL REVENUES Year Ended December 31, 2024 2023 Simulcast $ 3,595,000 $ 3,717,000 Live racing 1,557,000 1,526,000 Guest fees 1,702,000 1,582,000 Other revenue 1,372,000 1,429,000 Total Pari-Mutuel Revenue $ 8,226,000 $ 8,254,000 Racing Days Simulcast only racing days 311 311 Live and simulcast racing days 54 53 Total Number of Racing Days 365 364 Simulcast and Live Racing pari-mutuel revenues include commission and breakage revenues from on-track live and simulcast wagering.
PARI-MUTUEL REVENUES Year Ended December 31, 2025 2024 Simulcast $ 3,321,000 $ 3,595,000 Live racing 1,430,000 1,557,000 Guest fees 1,493,000 1,702,000 Other revenue 1,442,000 1,372,000 Total Pari-Mutuel Revenue $ 7,686,000 $ 8,226,000 Racing Days Simulcast only racing days 314 311 Live and simulcast racing days 50 53 Total Number of Racing Days 364 364 Simulcast and Live Racing pari-mutuel revenues include commission and breakage revenues from on-track live and simulcast wagering.
The Company was not required to make any payments related to this bond in 2024 or 2023 , and there is no liability related to this bond on the balance sheet as of December 31, 2024 . 20 LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES Cash provided by operating activities for 2024 was $6,488,000, primarily as a result of the following: the Company reported net income of $2,113,000, depreciation of $3,621,000, loss on equity investment of $5,468,000 and stock-based compensation and 401(k) match totaling $1,447,000, offset by a gain on land transfer of $1,732,000.
The Company was not required to make any payments related to this bond in 2025 or 2024 , and there is no liability related to this bond on the balance sheet as of December 31, 2025 . 20 LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES Cash provided by operating activities for 2025 was $8,900,000, primarily as a result of the following: the Company reported a net loss of $529,000, depreciation and amortization of $3,998,000, a loss on equity investment of $5,243,000, an increase in deferred income taxes of $625,000, and stock-based compensation and 401(k) match totaling $1,602,000.
CASINO REVENUES Year Ended December 31, 2024 2023 Poker Games Collection $ 7,581,000 $ 7,477,000 Other Poker Revenue 3,191,000 3,016,000 Total Poker Revenue 10,772,000 10,493,000 Table Games Collection 24,768,000 26,970,000 Other Table Games Revenue 3,235,000 2,318,000 Total Table Games Revenue 28,003,000 29,288,000 Total Casino Revenue $ 38,775,000 $ 39,781,000 The primary source of Casino revenue is a percentage of the wagers received from the players as compensation for providing the Casino facility and services, referred to as “collection revenue.” Other revenue presented above includes fees collected for the administration of tournaments and amounts earned as reimbursement of the administrative costs of maintaining jackpot funds.
CASINO REVENUES Year Ended December 31, 2025 2024 Poker Games Collection $ 7,343,000 $ 7,581,000 Other Poker Revenue 2,986,000 3,035,000 Total Poker Revenue 10,329,000 10,616,000 Table Games Collection 22,541,000 24,768,000 Other Table Games Revenue 4,217,000 3,391,000 Total Table Games Revenue 26,758,000 28,159,000 Total Casino Revenue $ 37,087,000 $ 38,775,000 The primary source of Casino revenue is a percentage of the wagers received from the players as compensation for providing the Casino facility and services, referred to as “collection revenue.” Other revenue presented above includes fees collected for the administration of tournaments and amounts earned as reimbursement of the administrative costs of maintaining jackpot funds.
As a result of our analysis for the year ended December 31, 2024 , management believes the TIF receivable will be fully collectible and no allowance related to this receivable is necessary.
As a result of our analysis as well as initial payments received in 2025 with additional payments expected to be received in 2026 from the City of Shakopee, for the year ended December 31, 2025 , management believes the TIF receivable will be fully collectible and no allowance related to this receivable is necessary.
Accordingly, management believes no allowance related to this receivable is necessary at December 31, 2024. In addition, the Company agreed to allocate approximately $400,000 to be used as recruiting and participation incentives to attract thoroughbred trainers, owners, and stables for the 2024 live meet in an effort to generate additional pari-mutuel handle through improved field size.
In addition, the Company agreed to allocate approximately $400,000 to be used as recruiting and participation incentives to attract thoroughbred trainers, owners, and stables for the 2024 live meet in an effort to generate additional pari-mutuel handle through improved field size. For the year ended 2024, the Company recognized expenses of $418,000 related to these incentives.
This was partially offset by proceeds from the sale of short-term investments of $7,000,000.
This was partially offset by proceeds from the sale of short-term investments of $9,500,000 and proceeds from TIF receivable of $582,000.
The increase is primarily due to an increase in our wage-rate structure for seasonal as well as year-round employees to attract and retain front-line workers. Cost of food and beverage and other sales increased $133,000, or 4.3%, in 2024 compared to 2023 .
The increase is primarily due to an increase in our wage-rate structure for seasonal as well as year-round employees to attract and retain front-line workers. Cost of food and beverage and other sales decreased $38,000, or 1.2%, in 2025 compared to 2024 . The decrease is primarily due to reduced food costs and creating process efficiencies to lower overall costs.
As of December 31, 2024, the Company has completed phases one and two of the barn relocation and redevelopment plan with phase three currently underway, with estimated remaining costs of approximately $2,500,000. In addition, the Company expects to spend the remaining $2,042,000 in tax increment financing over the next six months for the completion of tax increment related improvements.
As of December 31, 2025, the Company has substantially completed phase three of the barn relocation and redevelopment plan with minimal costs remaining. In addition, the Company expects to spend the remaining $1,288,000 in tax increment financing over the next twelve months for the completion of tax increment related improvements.
Effective December 18, 2024, t he Company entered into an Indemnity Agreement with affiliates of Doran relating to debt financing by Doran Canterbury II, LLC as borrower, which is guaranteed by Doran affiliates.
Effective December 30, 2025, the Indemnity Agreement was amended to increase the maximum indemnification by an additional $250,000, bringing the total to a maximum of $7,750,000. Effective December 18, 2024, t he Company entered into an Indemnity Agreement with affiliates of Doran relating to debt financing by Doran Canterbury II, LLC as borrower, which is guaranteed by Doran affiliates.
Estimate of the allowance for doubtful accounts - Property Tax Increment Financing “ TIF” Receivable As of December 31, 2024 , the Company recorded a TIF receivable of approximately $18,898,000, which represents $15,551,000 of principal and $3,347,000 of interest.
Estimate of the allowance for credit losses - Property Tax Increment Financing “ TIF” Receivable As of December 31, 2025 , the Company recorded a TIF receivable of approximately $19,986,000, which represents $16,305,000 of principal and $3,681,000 of interest.
Cash provided by operating activities for 2023 was $11,537,000, primarily as a result of the following: the Company reported net income of $10,563,000, depreciation of $3,145,000, deferred income taxes of $2,826,000, and stock-based compensation and 401(k) match totaling $1,379,000, offset by a gain from equity investment of $1,501,000 and a gain on land sale of $6,490,000.
Cash provided by operating activities for 2024 was $6,488,000, primarily as a result of the following: the Company reported net income of $2,113,000, depreciation of $3,621,000, loss on equity investment of $5,468,000 and stock-based compensation and 401(k) match totaling $1,447,000, offset by a gain on land transfer of $1,732,000.
For the year ended 2024, the Company recognized expenses of $418,000 related to these incentives. Effective January 31, 2025, the Company entered into its annual live race meet and purse fund contribution agreement with the MNHBPA and the MQHRA regarding the upcoming 2025 live race meet.
Effective January 31, 2025, the Company entered into its annual live race meet and purse fund contribution agreement with the MNHBPA and the MQHRA regarding the 2025 live race meet.
Minnesota Breeders’ Purse Expense Fund Expense 2024 2023 2024 2023 Casino $ 4,668,000 $ 4,797,000 $ 519,000 $ 533,000 Simulcast Racing 1,335,000 1,435,000 428,000 442,000 Live Racing 1,905,000 1,368,000 81,000 79,000 Total $ 7,908,000 $ 7,600,000 $ 1,028,000 $ 1,054,000 Salaries and benefits expense increased $651,000, or 2.6%, in 2024 compared to 2023 .
Minnesota Breeders’ Purse Expense Fund Expense 2025 2024 2025 2024 Casino $ 4,457,000 $ 4,668,000 $ 495,000 $ 519,000 Simulcast Racing 1,281,000 1,335,000 415,000 428,000 Live Racing 1,325,000 1,905,000 72,000 81,000 Total $ 7,063,000 $ 7,908,000 $ 982,000 $ 1,028,000 Salaries and benefits expense increased $315,000, or 1.2%, in 2025 compared to 2024 .
FOOD AND BEVERAGE REVENUES Food and beverage revenues increased $139,000, or 1.8%, to $7,968,000 for the year ended December 31, 2024 compared to 2023 . The increase in food and beverage revenues is primarily due to increased catering operations related to hosting large scale special events as well as the one additional live race day year-over-year mentioned above.
FOOD AND BEVERAGE REVENUES Food and beverage revenues increased $277,000, or 3.5%, to $8,245,000 for the year ended December 31, 2025 compared to 2024 . The increase in food and beverage revenues is primarily due to increased catering operations and food revenues related to hosting large-scale special events.
This anticipated overpayment of purses by the Company is intended to create a short-term bridge until additional purse supplements can be obtained from other sources.
This overpayment of purses by the Company was intended to create a short-term bridge until additional purse supplements can be obtained from other sources. At the conclusion of the 2025 live race meet, the Company recorded a receivable related to the overpayment of 2025 purses in the amount of $500,000.
For 2024 , Adjusted EBITDA as a percentage of net revenue was 16.6%. For 2023 , Adjusted EBITDA as a percentage of net revenue was 17.0%. 17 REVENUES Total net revenues for 2024 were $61,562,000, an increase of $125,000, or 0.2%, compared to total net revenues of $61,437,000 for 2023 .
For 2025 , Adjusted EBITDA as a percentage of net revenue was 15.8%. For 2024 , Adjusted EBITDA as a percentage of net revenue was 17.6%. 17 REVENUES Total net revenues for 2025 were $59,568,000, a decrease of $1,996,000, or 3.2%, compared to total net revenues of $61,562,000 for 2024 .
The slight decrease in revenue in 2024 compared to 2023 is primarily due to a decrease in simulcast handle, somewhat offset by increased guest fees from out-state-handle on our live racing product on a per day basis due to increased field size and one additional live race day.
The decrease in pari-mutuel revenue in 2025 compared to 2024 is primarily due to a decrease in simulcast handle and decreased guest fees from out-state-handle on our live racing product due to decreases in field size and three fewer live race days.
Net cash used in investing activities for 2023 of $455,000 was used primarily for additions to land, buildings, and equipment of $7,908,000, an increase in related party receivable of $971,000, primarily due to additional member loans and interest related to the member loans, and purchases of short-term investments of $5,000,000.
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES Net cash used in investing activities for 2025 of $5,453,000 was used primarily for additions to land, buildings, and equipment of $4,183,000, primarily related to our barn relocation and redevelopment plan, additions for TIF eligible improvements of $754,000, an increase in related party receivable of $1,216,000, primarily due to additional member loans and interest related to the member loans, and purchases of short-term investments of $9,500,000.
As a result of this review, management determined to dispose of assets resulting in a loss on disposal of $223,000 during the fourth quarter of 2023.
During 2025, the Company performed a review of any fixed assets that were no longer in service at December 31, 2025 . As a result of this review, management determined to dispose of assets resulting in a loss on disposal of $97,000 during the fourth quarter of 2025.
The increase is primarily due to placing larger fixed assets into service towards the second half of 2023 as well as placing assets into service related to the first and second phases of our barn relocation and redevelopment plan in the second quarter of 2024. Advertising and marketing costs decreased $719,000, or 34.8%, in 2024 compared to 2023 .
Depreciation and amortization increased $377,000, or 10.4%, in 2025 compared to 2024 . The increase is primarily due to placing larger fixed assets into service during the second quarter of 2024 and throughout 2025 related to our barn relocation and redevelopment plan. Advertising and marketing costs increased $376,000, or 27.9%, in 2025 compared to 2024 .
The following table sets forth a reconciliation of net income, a GAAP financial measure, to EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA (defined above), which are non-GAAP measures, for the years ended: SUMMARY OF EBITDA DATA Year Ended December 31, 2024 2023 NET INCOME $ 2,112,842 $ 10,563,249 Interest income, net (2,071,511 ) (1,978,122 ) Income tax expense 923,885 4,417,000 Depreciation and amortization 3,620,899 3,145,372 EBITDA 4,586,115 16,147,499 Stock-based compensation 1,447,009 1,378,373 Loss on disposal of assets 49,214 157,160 Gain on transfer/sale of land (1,732,353 ) (6,489,976 ) Gain on insurance proceeds related to equity investments — (4,227,701 ) Depreciation and amortization related to equity investments 3,086,695 1,753,256 Interest expense related to equity investments 2,796,932 1,727,192 ADJUSTED EBITDA $ 10,233,612 $ 10,445,803 Adjusted EBITDA decreased $212,000, or 2.0%, for 2024 compared to 2023 .
The following table sets forth a reconciliation of net income, a GAAP financial measure, to EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA (defined above), which are non-GAAP measures, for the years ended: SUMMARY OF EBITDA DATA Year Ended December 31, 2025 2024 NET (LOSS) INCOME $ (529,431 ) $ 2,112,842 Interest income, net (1,966,803 ) (2,071,511 ) Income tax (benefit) expense (285,000 ) 923,885 Depreciation and amortization 3,998,041 3,620,899 EBITDA 1,216,807 4,586,115 Stock-based compensation 1,601,556 1,447,430 Loss on disposal of assets 56,248 49,214 Gain on transfer of land — (1,732,353 ) Depreciation and amortization related to equity investments 3,187,396 3,456,695 Interest expense related to equity investments 3,348,259 2,997,810 ADJUSTED EBITDA $ 9,410,267 $ 10,804,911 Adjusted EBITDA decreased $1,395,000, or 12.9%, for 2025 compared to 2024 .
Adjusted EBITDA has economic substance because it is used by management as a performance measure to analyze the performance of our business and provides a perspective on the current effects of operating decisions For the year ended December 31, 2024 , Adjusted EBITDA excluded from EBITDA stock-based compensation (which includes the Company's 401(k) match in Company stock contribution), the gain on transfer of land, loss on disposal of assets, and depreciation and amortization and interest related to equity investments.
For the year ended December 31, 2025 , Adjusted EBITDA excluded from EBITDA stock-based compensation (which includes the Company's 401(k) match in Company stock contribution), loss on disposal of assets, and depreciation and amortization and interest related to equity investments and their joint ventures.
Total operating expenses as a percentage of net revenues increased to 92.4% in 2024 from 91.8% in 2023 , which was a result of increased operating expenses for 2024 as compared to 2023. Total purse expense increased $308,000, or 4.1%, in 2024 compared to 2023 .
An explanation of changes in specific categories of operating expense is set forth below. Total operating expenses as a percentage of net revenues increased to 95.9% in 2025 from 92.4% in 2024 , which was primarily a result of decreased net revenues for 2025 as compared to 2024.
The Company typically performs an annual collectability analysis of the TIF receivable in the fourth quarter of each year, or more frequently if indicators of the receivable to be potentially uncollectable exist. The Company utilizes a third-party to assist with the projected tax increment revenues.
For the year ended December 31, 2025, the Company received its first payment from the City of Shakopee totaling $582,000 related to this receivable. The Company typically performs an annual collectability analysis of the TIF receivable in the fourth quarter of each year, or more frequently if indicators of the receivable to be potentially uncollectable exist.
This $12,155,000 decrease consisted of $6,488,000 of net cash provided by operating activities in 2024, offset by $17,349,000 of net cash used in investing activities in 2024 and $1,293,000 of net cash used in financing activities in 2024.
This $2,137,000 increase consisted of $8,900,000 of net cash provided by operating activities in 2025, offset by $5,453,000 of net cash used in investing activities in 2025 and $1,310,000 of net cash used in financing activities in 2025.
OTHER REVENUES Other revenues, consisting of admission revenues, corporate sponsorships, space rentals, and other miscellaneous activities, increased $1,020,000, or 18.3%, to $6,593,000 in 2024 compared to 2023 .
OTHER REVENUES Other revenues, consisting of admission revenues, corporate sponsorships, space rentals, and other miscellaneous activities, remained relatively flat, decreasing $44,000, or 0.7%, to $6,550,000 in 2025 compared to 2024 . 18 OPERATING EXPENSES Total operating expenses increased $244,000, or 0.4%, to $57,106,000 in 2025 , from $56,862,000 in 2024 .
OTHER INCOME (LOSS), NET Other loss, net, for the year ended December 31, 2024 was $3,396,000, a decrease of $6,875,000, compared to an other income, net, of $3,479,000 for the year ended December 31, 2023 .
OTHER INCOME (LOSS), NET Other loss, net, for the year ended December 31, 2025 was $3,276,000, a decrease of $120,000, compared to an other loss, net, of $3,396,000 for the year ended December 31, 2024 . The decrease for 2025 is primarily due to increased leasing rates for our Doran Canterbury equity investments, resulting in decreased overall losses recognized.
The loss on equity investments for the year ended December 31, 2024 is primarily due to non-cash expenses from depreciation and amortization.
The loss on equity investments for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024 is primarily due to non-cash expenses from depreciation and amortization. This was slightly offset by decreased interest income of approximately $105,000 year-over-year, due to both lower average interest rates and a decrease in the Company's average cash balance during 2025 compared to 2024.
INCOME TAXES The Company recorded a provision for income taxes of $924,000 and $4,417,000 for 2024 and 2023, respectively. The decrease in our tax expense for 2024 compared to 2023 is due to a decrease in income before taxes from operations, primarily related to the 2023 gain on land sale mentioned above.
The income tax benefit for 2025 compared to the income tax expense in 2024 is primarily due to a decrease in income before taxes from operations and a federal interest income tax refund received in the first quarter of 2025. Our effective tax rate was 35.0% and 30.4% for 2025 and 2024, respectively.
The Company experienced an increase in cash related to a decrease in employee retention credit receivable of $6,103,000, offset by a decrease in accounts payable, net of land, buildings, and equipment funded through accounts payable, of $1,465,000, and an increase in income taxes receivable of $2,031,000.
Th e Company experienced an increase in cash related to a decrease in income taxes receivable and prepaid income taxes of $760,000, offset by an increase in other long-term receivables of $500,000, related to the 2025 purse fund contribution agreement, an increase in TIF receivable of $916,000, related to interest accrued, and a decrease in accounts payable, net of land, buildings, and equipment funded through accounts payable of $1,623,000, primarily related to payments for our barn relocation and redevelopment plan.
Our effective tax rate was 30.4% and 29.5% for 2024 and 2023, respectively. NET INCOME The Company recorded net income of $2,113,000, or $0.42 per basic and diluted share for 2024.
NET (LOSS) INCOME The Company recorded a net loss of $529,000, or $0.10 per basic and diluted share for 2025.
Total Casino revenue decreased $1,006,000, or 2.5%, in 2024 compared to 2023 .The decrease can be primarily attributed to both a decrease in drop and a lower average collection revenue rate in table games, somewhat offset by an increase in our other table games revenue related to our progressive jackpot administration revenue.
Total Casino revenue decreased $1,688,000, or 4.4%, in 2025 compared to 2024 .The decrease was primarily driven by lower table games drop attributable to increased competition, as well as a lower average collection revenue rate resulting from a decreased hold percentage.
The decrease is primarily due to intentionally reducing overall spend in an effort to reduce costs. Professional and contracted service expenses decreased $320,000, or 5.4%, in 2024 compared to 2023. The decrease is primarily due to higher costs in 2023 related to long-term strategic growth initiatives.
The increase is primarily due to increasing overall spend for marketing initiatives related to the Casino and special events. Professional and contracted service expenses increased $190,000, or 3.4%, in 2025 compared to 2024. The increase is primarily due to higher costs in 2025 for HISA regulatory costs that are required for live racing.