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Racehorse Investments Soar 21% Amid Record Sales

2/17/2026

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  • Owners invested nearly $1.5 billion in racehorses, a 21% rise from 2024.
  • The Keeneland September Yearling Sale reached a global record of $531.5 million, up 24% from the prior year.
  • The revival follows stronger safety measures and the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority, established in 2022.
  • U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent legislation provides a tax break that boosts cash flow for industry businesses.