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2022-23 Half-Year Results

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Nacon’s first‑half 2022‑23 financials show a modest revenue increase of €77.5 million, up 6.2% year‑on‑year, driven primarily by its games segment. Game sales rose 72.3% to €47 million, with current‑catalogue titles such as *Vampire: The Masquerade®‑Swansong*, *Steelrising™* and *Session Skate Sim™* more than doubling sales to €25.4 million; back‑catalogue revenue grew 33.3% to €21.6 million. Accessories sales fell 34.7% to €28.5 million, reflecting a high base effect in the U.S. and a global headset market decline. Gross margin improved to €47.6 million (61.4% of sales) from 52.1% the previous year, largely due to a lower proportion of accessory revenue (37% versus 60%). EBITDA climbed 19.8% to €25.6 million, and current operating income surged 31.4% to €11.1 million (14.3% of sales). Net profit for the period rose 123.5% to €8.4 million, more than double the €3.8 million recorded in the same period a year earlier. Cash and equity positions remain solid, with shareholders’ equity at €241.5 million and cash reserves of €38.1 million, after a strategic reinvestment in development (50 titles, >€30 million CAPEX) and the acquisition of Daedalic (€34.1 million). Net debt increased to €63.6 million due to inventory build‑up amid component shortages. Management projects a slight uptick in full‑year 2022‑23 sales and operating income, citing delayed releases of major titles such as *Blood Bowl III* and *Chef Life*. Strong growth is anticipated for 2023‑24, underpinned by the upcoming *Lord of the Rings Gollum™* launch and continued publishing activity.

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