(LOSS) EARNINGS PER SHARE
The following table sets forth the computation of the Group’s basic and diluted (loss) earnings per ordinary share attributable to the Group:
 Year ended December 31,
(in millions except per share amounts)202520242023
Numerator
Net (loss) income$(407)$162 $(1,211)
Net (loss) gain attributable to non-controlling interests and redeemable non-controlling interests(27)53 13 
Adjustment of redeemable non-controlling interest to redemption value(70)66 (2)
Net (loss) income attributable to Flutter shareholders - basic and diluted$(310)$43 $(1,222)
Denominator
Basic weighted average outstanding shares177178177
Effective of dilutive stock awards— — 
Diluted weighted average outstanding shares177 180 177 
(Loss) earnings per share
Basic(1.75)0.24 (6.89)
Diluted(1.75)0.24 (6.89)
The number of options excluded from the diluted weighted average number of ordinary shares calculation, due to their effect being anti-dilutive, is 1,696,242 (2024: 242,692, 2023: 3,007,889).

Historical Timeline

Fiscal YearFiled
2025Feb 26, 2026Showing above
2024Mar 4, 2025

About Earnings Per Share Disclosures

The earnings per share disclosure breaks down the calculation from net income to both basic and diluted EPS, revealing the full impact of a company's capital structure on per-share economics. The reconciliation between basic and diluted share counts exposes how many stock options, RSUs, convertible securities, and warrants are potentially dilutive to existing shareholders.

Key signals: a widening gap between basic and diluted shares indicates growing dilution from equity compensation or convertible instruments. Anti-dilutive securities excluded from the diluted calculation deserve attention — they represent latent dilution that will materialize if the stock price rises. Watch for the effect of share buybacks on per-share metrics: EPS growth driven primarily by repurchases rather than income growth signals weakening fundamentals. Compare year-over-year changes in the diluted share count against equity compensation expense to assess whether management is effectively managing dilution.