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Summary of Main Supplementary Explanations Questions and Answers at the FY2022 Second Quarter GREE Results Briefing
1 Feb 20222 pages~3 min full read
The release of 'Heaven Burns Red' is a primary growth driver, with the Internet and Entertainment Business projecting an operating income of 1.5 billion to 2.0 billion yen for the third quarter.
See it on page 1GREE is scaling the REALITY metaverse platform globally, with a specific focus on increasing sales per user in North America and transitioning the app into a daily communication service.
See it on page 1The company executed a significant share repurchase program to improve return on equity toward a 10% target, balancing this move with the requirements for maintaining its listing on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market.
See it on page 1Despite market volatility reducing unrealized gains on listed shares, the Investment and Incubation Business remains a core pillar of long-term profitability with a sizable portfolio of unrealized gains.
See it on page 1Financial management strategies include utilizing short-term money trusts to ensure liquidity and low-risk capital preservation for ongoing operations.
See it on page 2GREE is prioritizing capital efficiency and earnings momentum across its gaming and metaverse segments to recover from the fiscal 2021 earnings bottom.
See it on page 1GREE’s strategic focus for the second quarter of fiscal year 2022 centers on the expansion of its metaverse platform, the launch of high-profile gaming titles, and the stabilization of its investment portfolio. A primary driver for near-term growth is the release of Heaven Burns Red, which has garnered significant consumer interest through strong pre-registration numbers. This title is expected to contribute to a projected operating income for the Internet and Entertainment Business of between 1.5 billion and 2.0 billion yen in the third quarter. Simultaneously, the REALITY platform is experiencing global growth, particularly in North America, where sales per user have increased. Management intends to transition REALITY from a niche tool into a daily communication service through enhanced functionality and targeted international promotions.
The Investment and Incubation Business remains a core pillar of long-term profitability despite recent market volatility. While unrealized gains on listed shares saw a decline due to broader stock market trends, the company maintains a sizable portfolio of unrealized gains and anticipates stable returns over an extended horizon. Financial management strategies include the use of short-term money trusts for low-risk capital preservation, ensuring liquidity remains comparable to cash holdings while supporting ongoing operations.
Capital allocation and corporate governance are also prioritized as the company seeks to maintain its listing on the Prime Market of the Tokyo Stock Exchange. Following a period of earnings recovery after a fiscal 2021 bottom, a significant share repurchase program was executed to improve return on equity toward a 10% target. Although this buyback impacted the ratio of outstanding shares required for Prime Market standards, the company remains committed to the section and plans to address compliance requirements while prioritizing shareholder value. These actions reflect a broader effort to align capital efficiency with improving earnings momentum across the metaverse and gaming segments.
