FY2026 Full-Year Financial Results Briefing Material

Key insights

7 takeaways

01
Bushiroad achieved record full-year sales in both the Merchandising (MD) and Media Content business units for FY2026.See it on page 1
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The figure brand 'PalVerse' experienced significant growth across Japan, East Asia, Europe, and North America, becoming a primary driver for the MD business's record-breaking performance.See it on page 23
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Overseas sales reached 11,447 million yen, accounting for 43.4% of total revenue, bolstered by international demand for the English editions of 'Weiβ Schwarz,' 'Cardfight!! Vanguard,' and 'hololive OFFICIAL CARD GAME.'See it on page 17
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The company divested New Japan Pro-Wrestling, which is now a consolidated subsidiary of TV Asahi, while retaining STARDOM to evolve it into a broader 'ultimate live entertainment' brand.See it on page 26
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Bushiroad reported a gain of 1,384 million yen from the sale of shares in affiliated companies, contributing to overall financial results alongside solid performance in core TCG products.See it on page 1
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The Board of Directors resolved to initiate a share repurchase program on June 30, 2026, citing the current stock price level and cash position as factors to enhance shareholder value.See it on page 30
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The 'Card Game Festival 2026' held in May attracted 23,652 visitors, highlighting the continued scale of the company's live event operations following the recovery of core TCG titles from a Q3 adjustment period.See it on page 14

Summary

Bushiroad achieved record-high full-year sales of 57,823 million yen for fiscal year 2026, demonstrating the resilience of its diversified business model across trading card games, live entertainment, merchandising, and media content. While operating profit experienced a marginal decline to 4,754 million yen, net profit attributable to owners of the parent rose significantly to 4,565 million yen, largely supported by extraordinary income generated from the sale of affiliated company shares. This financial performance underscores a period of structural transition as the organization pivots toward high-growth intellectual property and international expansion.

The company is aggressively scaling its global footprint, particularly within the trading card game sector. The launch of the Palworld Official Card Game and the establishment of new subsidiaries in Malaysia and China serve as primary catalysts for this growth, with projections indicating that overseas sales will account for more than half of total revenue by fiscal year 2027. To sustain this momentum, management is actively restructuring its portfolio, which includes the divestiture of New Japan Pro-Wrestling and the elevation of STARDOM as a central pillar of its live entertainment strategy. These efforts are complemented by a robust pipeline of mobile and console titles alongside the expansion of the PalVerse figure brand.

Looking toward the next fiscal year, the organization remains committed to enhancing corporate value through a refined executive leadership structure and a focus on core intellectual properties. Shareholder returns are a key priority, evidenced by a planned dividend increase and a share repurchase program valued at up to 2.0 billion yen. By streamlining operations and prioritizing high-potential assets, the company aims to maintain stable growth and capitalize on its strengthened international presence.