Nexon Consolidated Financial Results for the Year Ended December 31, 2011

Key insights

6 takeaways

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Nexon achieved a 25.6% year-over-year revenue increase to ¥87,613 million and a net income of ¥25,755 million for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2011.See it on page 1
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The company’s growth was driven by its free-to-play, item-based monetization model, with MapleStory and Dungeon&Fighter serving as the primary revenue engines in Korea and China.See it on page 4
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Management prioritized reinvestment over dividends, utilizing a strong operating cash flow of ¥39,762 million to fund strategic acquisitions, such as a 16.34% stake in JC Entertainment Corporation, and property procurement.See it on page 61
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Nexon maintained a strong balance sheet with ¥117,598 million in cash and cash equivalents and an equity ratio of 73.8% as of year-end 2011.See it on page 1
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Total net assets increased to ¥177,886 million, a shift driven by the issuance of new shares and a 100-for-1 stock split.See it on page 17
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The company is targeting a 16.5% revenue increase for 2012, with a strategic focus on scaling existing intellectual property and diversifying into mobile and social gaming platforms.See it on page 12

Summary

Nexon achieved significant financial growth during the fiscal year ended December 31, 2011, characterized by a 25.6% year-over-year increase in consolidated revenues to ¥87,613 million and a net income of ¥25,755 million. This performance was underpinned by the successful execution of a free-to-play, item-based monetization model, which effectively lowered user acquisition barriers. Core franchises, specifically MapleStory and Dungeon&Fighter, served as the primary engines for this expansion, with Korea and China emerging as the dominant geographic revenue drivers.

The company maintained a robust financial position throughout the period, ending the year with ¥117,598 million in cash and cash equivalents and an equity ratio of 73.8%. Total net assets rose substantially to ¥177,886 million, a shift largely attributed to the issuance of new shares and a 100-for-1 stock split. While the company generated strong operating cash flow of ¥39,762 million, management opted to forgo dividend payments to prioritize reinvestment in business expansion, strategic acquisitions, and copyright procurement. Notable investments included a 16.34% stake in JC Entertainment Corporation to enhance sports game development capabilities and the acquisition of office property in Seoul.

Operational strategy focused on scaling existing intellectual property while diversifying into mobile and social gaming platforms. Looking ahead, the company projected continued momentum for 2012, targeting a 16.5% increase in consolidated revenue. The financial results also reflect a period of structural evolution, including the integration of new equity-method affiliates and the adoption of updated accounting standards for asset retirement obligations and stock option valuations. These disclosures confirm a disciplined approach to liquidity management and a commitment to long-term franchise development within the global digital entertainment market.