Namco Bandai Holdings Consolidated Financial Report: Third Quarter Fiscal Year Ending March 31, 2014

The consolidated financial report for the third quarter of the fiscal year ending March 31, 2014, outlines the financial performance of Namco Bandai Holdings. The report serves to communicate the company’s operating results, financial position, and revised full-year projections, reflecting the group’s efforts to execute its mid-term plan under the theme of accelerating evolution and growth across its diverse entertainment segments.

For the nine-month period ending December 31, 2013, the company reported net sales of 368,126 million yen, representing a 5.0% year-on-year increase. Despite this growth in revenue, operating income declined by 3.2% to 42,782 million yen, while net income rose by 6.1% to 29,702 million yen. The Content Business emerged as a primary driver of performance, with net sales of 197,788 million yen and a 5.1% increase in segment income, bolstered by successful home video game titles and stable network content. Conversely, the Amusement Facility Business faced challenges, recording a segment loss of 681 million yen due to declining sales at existing facilities and costs associated with store closures. The Toys and Hobby Business saw a 5.6% increase in sales, though segment income decreased by 7.4%.

The company’s financial position remains stable, with total assets reaching 401,254 million yen and an equity ratio of 68.5%. Due to ongoing market uncertainties and the impact of restructuring within the Amusement Facility Business, the company revised its full-year net income projection downward by 12.1% to 25,500 million yen. Future strategic efforts will focus on maximizing intellectual property value, enhancing profitability in North American and European markets, and streamlining operations to build a more resilient business foundation.