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Games Workshop achieved record revenue of £299.5 million and profit before taxation of £126.8 million for the 26-week period ending December 1, 2024.
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Licensing income surged to £30.1 million, driven by the commercial success of the video game Space Marine 2 and a major media deal with Amazon.
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Core revenue grew by 14.3% to £299.5 million, with the Trade channel serving as the primary driver by contributing £165.7 million.
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The company is aggressively expanding its physical footprint, aiming for 200 profitable stores in North America by May 2025 and identifying 30 potential locations in Japan.
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Capital investment reached £14.3 million, focused on scaling manufacturing and warehousing capacity in the UK, North America, and Australia, as well as IT infrastructure upgrades.
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Despite record financial performance, online sales declined by 4.2% year-on-year, and management is monitoring risks related to potential US tariffs and ongoing cost inflation.
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The company maintains a strong financial position with a net cash balance of £125.8 million after distributing £61 million in dividends to shareholders.