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Rapport Financier Semestriel: Septembre 2025

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Ubisoft’s financial performance for the first half of the 2025-26 fiscal year reflects a period of significant structural transition and fiscal volatility. While net bookings grew by 20.3% to €772.4 million, fueled by the enduring performance of the Assassin's Creed and Rainbow Six Siege franchises, the company recorded an IFRS operating loss of €120.2 million and a consolidated net loss of €161.4 million. Digital revenue continues to dominate the business model, accounting for nearly 89% of total bookings, even as physical sales experienced a sharp 43.3% decline. The organization is currently navigating a complex liquidity environment characterized by a net financial debt of €1.42 billion and non-compliance with certain bank covenants. This breach has resulted in the loss of a €300 million syndicated credit line and the reclassification of specific loans as current liabilities. To stabilize its balance sheet, the group is relying on a strategic €1.16 billion cash injection from Tencent and the divestment of a minority stake in Vantage Studios. These maneuvers are intended to facilitate debt repayment and move the company toward a zero net debt position. Operational efficiency remains a primary focus, evidenced by a reduction in headcount from over 18,000 to approximately 17,000 employees and a €101.2 million decrease in research and development expenses. Despite these cost-cutting measures, the company faces ongoing legal and regulatory challenges, including contested tax audits across multiple jurisdictions and a significant €113.9 million retrospective revenue correction to comply with IFRS 15 standards. Moving forward, the group aims for a break-even non-IFRS operating result, supported by a leaner operational model and continued investment in internal software development.

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