Sega Sammy Holdings FY Ending March 2012 3rd Quarter Results Presentation

The Sega Sammy Holdings third-quarter results presentation for the fiscal year ending March 2012 outlines a period of growth in consolidated sales and profits, driven primarily by the company’s Pachislot and Pachinko machine business. For the nine-month period ending December 31, 2011, the company reported net sales of 311.6 billion yen and an operating income of 64.3 billion yen. While the overall financial performance showed year-on-year improvement, results varied significantly across the company's diverse business segments.

The Pachislot and Pachinko segment served as the primary financial engine, recording increased sales and profits compared to the previous year. Although Pachislot unit sales declined, the segment benefited from strong performance in Pachinko machine sales and the successful launch of major titles. Conversely, the Consumer Business segment faced challenges, reporting a year-on-year decline in sales and an operating loss. Similarly, the Amusement Machine Sales segment experienced a decrease in both sales and profits, though it maintained stable earnings through a revenue-sharing model. The Amusement Center Operations segment saw a slight decline in sales but achieved an increase in operating income, aided by improved management of existing facilities and domestic same-store sales that exceeded previous-year levels.

The company’s financial position remained robust, with total assets rising to 529.4 billion yen, largely due to increases in accounts receivable and investment securities. Capital expenditure saw a significant increase, reflecting ongoing investments in new production facilities and logistics infrastructure. Looking ahead, the company maintains a focus on maximizing the impact of major titles across its gaming and amusement divisions while continuing to optimize operational efficiency across its domestic amusement centers and global consumer software portfolio.