Light & Wonder shifts to ASX Listing: what it means for investors

Light & Wonder shifts to an ASX Listing, with ongoing buy-backs and compliance changes for investors to note.

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Key points

  • Light & Wonder has changed its ASX listing category from "ASX Foreign Exempt Listing" to "ASX Listing," with approximately 80.8 million shares now quoted as CDIs, effective 14 November 2025, under the ASX code LNW.
  • This change means compliance with all ASX Listing Rules, potentially enhancing visibility and governance, while the company continues its share buy-back program on both Nasdaq and ASX.
  • Light & Wonder aims to attract more ASX-focused investors and improve shareholder returns, despite a 9% decline in share price over the past year compared to the ASX 200's rise of 7%.

The Light & Wonder Inc. (ASX: LNW) share price is in focus today after the global games company announced a change in its ASX listing category and provided details on its quoted securities and ongoing buy-back.

What did Light & Wonder report?

  • ASX admission category changed from "ASX Foreign Exempt Listing" to "ASX Listing"
  • Approximately 80.8 million shares of common stock now quoted as CHESS Depositary Interests (CDIs)
  • CDIs traded under ASX code LNW, effective from 14 November 2025
  • No new funds raised as part of the listing category change
  • Company continues share buy-back program on both Nasdaq and ASX

What else do investors need to know?

Light & Wonder, based in Nevada, is recognised for supplying gaming content, machines, systems, and digital platforms to gaming entities and consumers worldwide. The company's move to a full ASX Listing means it will now comply with all ASX Listing Rules applicable to that category (unless waived), potentially providing extra visibility and governance for investors.

The change does not affect the form of Light & Wonder's quoted securities, which remain CHESS Depositary Interests (CDIs) at a ratio of 1 CDI to 1 share. The buy-back recently announced spans both Nasdaq and the ASX, with total shares outstanding subject to adjustment as repurchases settle.

What's next for Light & Wonder?

By shifting to an ASX Listing, Light & Wonder may appeal to a wider pool of ASX-focused investors and benefit from increased engagement with the local investment community. The ongoing share buy-back initiatives indicate management's confidence and commitment to shareholder returns.

Light & Wonder share price snapshot

Light & Wonder shares have declined 9% in the past 12 months, trailing the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) which has risen 7% over the same period.

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