# Flutter Entertainment plc (FLUT) — capital_return/buyback_authorization [announced]
Source: SEC API (secapi.ai) · situation sit_4fe97c0632450acb951e · retrieved 2026-08-12T06:59:54.456Z

## Overview
Flutter Entertainment plc is the world's leading online sports betting and iGaming operator, with market-leading positions in the US and internationally, operating brands including FanDuel, Sky Betting & Gaming, Sportsbet, PokerStars, Paddy Power, Sisal, Snai, and Betnacional.

Flutter Entertainment plc announced that Peter Jackson will transition from his role as CEO, with Dan Taylor, currently President of Flutter and CEO of Flutter International, succeeding him as CEO of Flutter on October 1, 2026. Jackson will assist with the transition during Q3 2026 as the company prepares for the important NFL season before handing over fully at the end of the quarter.

## Key dates
- Announced 2026-08-05 · Expected close 2026-10-01

## Timeline
- 2026-08-05 · 8-K (0001193125-26-333800): 8-K - Flutter Entertainment plc — *Flutter Entertainment plc is the world's leading online sports betting and iGaming operator, with market-leading positions in the US and internationally, operating brands including FanDuel, Sky Betting & Gaming, Sportsbet, PokerStars, Paddy Power, Sisal, Snai, and Betnacional.* Flutter Entertainment plc announced that Peter Jackson will transition from his role as CEO, with Dan Taylor, currently President of Flutter and CEO of Flutter International, succeeding him as CEO of Flutter on October 1, 2026. Jackson will assist with the transition during Q3 2026 as the company prepares for the important NFL season before handing over fully at the end of the quarter.
  https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1635327/0001193125-26-333800.txt

## Citations
- 0001193125-26-333800 — https://www.sec.gov/cgi-bin/browse-edgar?action=getcompany&type=&dateb=&owner=include&count=40&search_text=000119312526333800