Nintendo: Supplementary Information for Earnings Release Fiscal Year Ended March 2019

The fiscal year ended March 2019 represented a period of significant financial growth for Nintendo, characterized by a substantial increase in both net sales and operating profit. The company reported net sales of 1,200,560 million yen, up from 1,055,682 million yen in the previous fiscal year. Operating profit saw a marked improvement, rising to 249,701 million yen, which resulted in an operating profit ratio of 20.8 percent. This performance reflects the continued commercial success of the Nintendo Switch platform, which remains the primary driver of the company’s consolidated financial results.

Key performance indicators highlight a strong reliance on international markets, with the proportion of overseas sales consistently exceeding 75 percent throughout the fiscal year. Digital sales also demonstrated robust growth, reaching 118.8 billion yen for the full year, representing a growing share of total dedicated video game software sales. First-party software remains a cornerstone of the company's strategy, maintaining high sales proportions and contributing to the success of million-seller titles such as Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Eevee!.

The financial data is presented through consolidated statements of income, quarterly transitions, and detailed foreign currency transaction information. The analysis covers global operations, with specific breakdowns for Japan, the United States, and Europe. The document also outlines the strategic roadmap for the upcoming fiscal year, detailing a comprehensive lineup of first-party software releases and third-party publisher support for the Nintendo Switch. These figures and projections underscore a period of sustained momentum, supported by a diversified software portfolio and a strong global footprint.