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Fiscal Year Ending March 2014: Financial Results

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The fiscal year ending March 2014 marked the highest sales and profit levels for Tecmo Koei Holdings, with net income rising to 6.9 billion yen and operating profit improving by 1.7 percentage points compared to FY2013. Total sales reached 38 billion yen, a 1.1 % increase from the previous year, driven by strong performance in the Game and Online & Media segments. Operating profit margin climbed to 21.1 %, while ordinary profit maintained a healthy 28.9 %. Dividend policy remained at a 50 % payout ratio or a minimum of 50 yen per share, with the company targeting an annual dividend of 10 billion yen for FY2014. Geographically, Japan contributed the largest share of sales (83 % of consolidated revenue), followed by overseas markets at 16.7 %. Within overseas, North America and Europe accounted for roughly 6–5 % of sales respectively. The company’s business mix shifted toward IP creation and expansion, with new titles such as “Nobunaga’s Ambition” and the “Toukiden” franchise driving unit sales of 550,000 units. Mobile and social gaming continued to grow, with a focus on iOS/Android platforms. Methodologically, the figures derive from consolidated financial statements and segment reporting. SG&A expenses included goodwill amortization of approximately 0.4 billion yen, and depreciation expense ratios improved from 57.0 % to 55.6 %. The company’s strategic plan for FY2015 emphasizes further IP development, multi‑platform expansion, and strengthening of overseas market penetration, particularly in Asia and the Western markets.

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