Capcom FY 2007 Consolidated Financial Summary

Capcom’s fiscal year 2007 consolidated financial summary details a period of significant growth, characterized by strong performance in the home video game segment and a successful expansion of international operations. The primary objective of the report is to outline the company’s financial health and operational achievements for the period ending March 31, 2008, demonstrating that the company exceeded both its original and revised earnings projections.

Financial results for the fiscal year show net sales reaching 83,097 million yen, an increase of 8,555 million yen over the previous year. Operating income rose to 13,121 million yen, representing a 31.2% improvement over the company's original plan. This growth was driven largely by the release of four million-seller titles, including Devil May Cry 4 and various entries in the Resident Evil series, alongside sustained demand for the Monster Hunter Freedom franchise. While the home video game segment served as the primary engine for this success, the contents expansion business also contributed with a 20% increase in sales.

Geographically, the company saw improved operating margins across Japan, North America, and Europe. Although the Japanese market faced headwinds in arcade operations and arcade game sales, strong home console software performance offset these declines. International segments benefited significantly from the popularity of core titles, with North American and European operating margins reaching 14.7% and 18.6%, respectively. Despite a foreign exchange loss of 2,086 million yen due to the appreciation of the yen, the company maintained a solid balance sheet, ending the year with 53,660 million yen in total net assets. The report concludes by reaffirming a commitment to maximizing corporate value through strategic reinvestment, maintaining liquidity, and prioritizing shareholder returns.