Churchill Downs looking for acquisitions

Published June 14, 2012 10:15pm ET



LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Churchill Downs Inc.’s top executive told shareholders Thursday that the gambling and racing company plans to be aggressive in seeking new acquisitions as it comes off a record-setting financial pace in 2011.

The Kentucky-based company also sees growth potential for its online wagering business, and has been encouraged by the popularity of the limited night-time racing at its namesake Churchill Downs racetrack in Louisville, said company Chairman and CEO Robert Evans.

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