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FY2021 First Quarter Consolidated Financial Results [Japanese GAAP]

CyberAgent’s consolidated financial results for the first quarter of the fiscal year ending September 2021 reveal a period of significant revenue growth alongside shifting profitability across its diverse business segments. Covering the period from October 1, 2020, to December 31, 2020, the data shows net sales increased by 13.3% year-on-year to ¥131,014 million. While operating income saw a moderate decline of 8.7% to ¥7,058 million, profit attributable to shareholders of the parent surged by 101.3% to ¥2,930 million. The Media Business, which includes the ABEMA streaming platform, reported a substantial 67% increase in net sales to ¥20,428 million. Although this segment remains in an investment phase, its operating loss narrowed from ¥5,050 million to ¥3,926 million. The Internet Advertisement Business achieved record-high net sales of ¥76,587 million, up 13.8%, maintaining its position as the primary revenue driver. Conversely, the Game Business experienced a downturn, with net sales falling 15% to ¥29,954 million and operating income dropping 77.8% to ¥1,137 million, attributed to seasonal factors affecting major existing titles. The Investment Development Business provided a significant boost, with operating income rising 74% to ¥4,636 million. The financial position remains stable despite a slight decrease in total assets to ¥252,094 million, primarily due to corporate tax and dividend payments. CyberAgent maintained its full-year forecast, projecting net sales of ¥500,000 million and operating income between ¥30,000 million and ¥35,000 million. These results, prepared under Japanese GAAP, reflect the company's strategic focus on scaling its media and advertising operations to offset fluctuations in the hit-driven gaming market during the ongoing global pandemic.

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CyberAgent, Inc.Jan 2021

Report

Japanese Esports on the Rise: Five Teams to Watch

Japanese esports has accelerated from a niche activity into a rapidly expanding sector, driven by regulatory liberalisation in 2019 and growing investment from both domestic sponsors and foreign capital. Market estimates show a jump from ¥69.4 billion in 2021 to ¥77 billion in 2022, with the Japan Esports Union valuing the industry at ¥11.6 billion in 2022, excluding team revenues. The report focuses on five leading Japanese teams—Crazy Raccoon, DetonatioN FocusMe, FENNEL, SCARZ, and ZETA Division—highlighting their diversified revenue streams: prize money, sponsorships, merchandise, and content partnerships. These teams illustrate a unique Japanese model where streamers and creators are integral to brand building, often operating full‑time content production units that generate significant ancillary income. The analysis notes a “Galapagos syndrome” in game popularity, with titles such as Identity V and Brawl Stars dominating locally while global staples like Valorant remain secondary, potentially limiting publisher investment. Spectator behaviour also differs; a sizable non‑gamer audience watches streams, creating opportunities for lifestyle branding and merchandising. Despite these strengths, teams face vulnerability to publisher‑driven rule changes and limited foreign investment, with valuations lagging behind revenue potential. The report concludes that Japan’s esports ecosystem is poised for further growth if it can integrate more international exposure, attract broader demographics—including women—and secure stronger developer support for competitive titles.

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Japanese Esports on the RiseJan 2021

Report

Market Snapshot: Q2 2021 US, China & Japan

The snapshot analyzes Q2 2021 mobile game performance across the United States, China, and Japan, focusing on genre dynamics, publisher influence, feature updates, and player motivations. In the U.S., Strategy games gained the most market share, overtaking Puzzle while RPG titles declined; China reversed its Q1 trend with RPG regaining share and shooters falling, whereas Japan saw Sports solidify dominance. Supercell’s resurgence is attributed to Clash of Clans and Clash Royale, while Cygames captured over 9 % of Japan’s market share with Umamusume Pretty Derby, and Leiting Games nearly doubled its China share. Feature‑update cadence rose 37 % YoY, with Strategy games experiencing a 208 % increase. Live events and limited‑time IAP offers surged 143 % and 122 %, respectively, becoming key monetization levers across Puzzle, RPG, and Strategy titles. The report also maps player archetypes: Skill Master and Thrill Seeker dominate U.S. top‑grossing games, with shooters and sports appealing mainly to men aged 25–44, while casino titles attract a broader age range. Methodologically, the analysis draws on iOS revenue data, genre‑level market share calculations, and a proprietary motivation survey of 7 000 English‑speaking mobile players. The taxonomy employed classifies games into Category → Genre → Subgenre, enabling granular insights into genre performance and feature adoption. Overall, the snapshot highlights a shift toward strategy‑heavy, update‑intensive titles and underscores the importance of live events for sustaining engagement and revenue.

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VungleJan 2021

Report

Market Snapshot: Q2 2021 US, China & Japan

The mobile gaming market in the second quarter of 2021 experienced notable shifts in genre performance and publisher dominance across the United States, China, and Japan. The primary objective is to provide a comparative analysis of these regional markets, highlighting evolving trends in genre market share, publisher success, and the increasing importance of live-service feature updates. The analysis utilizes a proprietary taxonomy and motivation framework, supported by a survey of over 7,000 mobile gamers in English-speaking western countries, to categorize games and identify player archetypes. Key findings indicate that the United States saw a decline in the Puzzle genre’s market share, while the Strategy genre experienced significant growth. In Japan, the Sports genre continued to gain momentum, largely driven by the success of titles like Umamusume Pretty Derby, while RPGs faced a decline. China exhibited a trend reversal from the previous quarter, with RPG and Strategy genres regaining market share at the expense of Shooters. Publisher performance was marked by strong results from Supercell in the US and Cygames in Japan, while Leiting Games nearly doubled its market share in China. A critical trend identified is the 37% year-over-year increase in feature updates, with Strategy games leading this surge at 208%. Developers are increasingly prioritizing engagement through non-recurring live events and limited in-app purchase offers, which saw frequency increases of 143% and 122%, respectively. These features are becoming essential for retention and monetization across major genres. Furthermore, player motivation data reveals that games appealing to fast-paced action and competitive play continue to dominate the top-grossing charts in the US, with specific archetypes like King of the Hill and Skill Master remaining highly relevant.

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GameRefineryJan 2021

Financial

Consolidated Financial Results for the Six Months Ended September 30, 2020

These consolidated financial results for mixi, Inc. cover the six-month period ending September 30, 2020, providing a comprehensive overview of the company’s fiscal performance and segment reclassification. During this period, the company experienced significant growth, with net sales rising 25.4% to ¥58,752 million. Profitability saw a substantial surge compared to the previous year; operating income increased by 257.1% to ¥14,050 million, while profit attributable to owners of the parent grew by 334.3% to reach ¥9,333 million. This performance led to a revised full-year forecast, projecting annual net sales of ¥120,000 million and a 20.8% increase in annual profit. The results highlight a strategic shift in business reporting, as the company redefined its segments into Digital Entertainment, Sports, and Lifestyle. The Digital Entertainment Business remains the primary revenue driver, contributing ¥51,438 million in sales and ¥24,840 million in segment profit. The Sports Business, which now includes five previously reclassified subsidiaries, saw a significant increase in scale with sales of ¥5,377 million, though it recorded a segment loss of ¥2,452 million. The Lifestyle Business remained relatively stable, contributing ¥1,936 million in sales. Financially, the company maintains a strong position with total assets of ¥215,582 million and an equity ratio of 86.5%. Cash and deposits increased to ¥141,671 million, supported by ¥22,178 million in net cash provided by operating activities. The period also involved the finalization of provisional accounting for acquisitions, including Chiba Jets Funabashi Co., Ltd. and Net Dreamers Co., Ltd., which resulted in significant adjustments to intangible assets and a reduction in previously estimated goodwill. Dividends remained consistent with forecasts at ¥55.00 per share for the second quarter.

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mixiNov 2020

Presentation

FY2020 Presentation Material

CyberAgent achieved record-high financial performance in fiscal year 2020, reporting consolidated sales of 478.5 billion yen and an operating profit of 33.8 billion yen. These results represent year-over-year increases of 5.5% and 9.9% respectively, surpassing initial forecasts despite the operational challenges posed by the global pandemic. Growth was primarily catalyzed by the Game business, which generated 155.8 billion yen in sales. This segment benefited from the sustained performance of legacy titles and the successful launch of Project SEKAI, which acquired over two million users within its first three weeks. The Media business, centered on the ABEMA streaming platform, remains a critical pillar for long-term expansion. ABEMA experienced a 22.6% increase in annual sales to 57 billion yen, supported by a cumulative download base exceeding 59 million. While the segment continues to operate at a loss of 18.5 billion yen due to aggressive up-front investments, these losses are narrowing as new monetization streams mature. Specifically, the rapid adoption of Pay-Per-View services and a seventeen-fold increase in transaction volume for the WINTICKET cycling betting service have diversified the platform's revenue model beyond traditional advertising. Looking toward fiscal year 2021, the strategic focus shifts toward scaling consolidated sales to 500 billion yen while maintaining a robust financial position. To manage this growth, a new governance structure has been implemented to separate management oversight from execution. Although increased selling, general, and administrative expenses led to a quarterly dip in operating profit during the final months of 2020, the overall trajectory remains positive. The combination of a highly profitable gaming portfolio and the accelerating monetization of digital media assets positions the organization for sustained domestic leadership in the Japanese internet services market.

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CyberAgentOct 2020

Financial

Summary of Main Supplementary Explanations Questions and Answers at the FY2021 First Quarter GREE Results Briefing Held on October 27, 2020

GREE’s financial performance for the first quarter of fiscal year 2021 reflects a strategic pivot toward business portfolio restructuring and cost optimization. Despite the divestment of the fashion commerce business within the 3Minute subsidiary, which reduced sales in the Advertising and Media segment by several hundred million yen, overall net sales and operating income grew quarter-over-quarter. This growth was primarily driven by the successful global launch of SINoALICE in July 2020 and a significant reduction in fixed costs. These cost savings resulted from the non-recurrence of one-time charges from the previous quarter, lower development expenses in the Game business, and structural reforms within the media divisions. The Game business remains a central pillar of the company’s strategy, with annual development costs projected to stabilize between 7.5 billion and 8.5 billion yen. While the Chinese release of DanMachi met internal expectations and contributes to earnings, its financial impact is moderated by a net profit-sharing model with local partners. Looking toward the second quarter of fiscal year 2021, operating income is forecasted to remain steady between 0.5 billion and 1.0 billion yen. This projection accounts for a natural tapering of the initial revenue surge from SINoALICE and an anticipated seasonal increase in game development expenditures. Broader organizational goals focus on achieving profitability across secondary segments. The Advertising and Media business is expected to turn profitable within the fiscal year as restructuring efforts take hold and media growth potential recovers. Simultaneously, the Live Entertainment business is showing signs of improvement, with losses steadily narrowing due to consistent sales growth. These developments indicate a transition toward a leaner operational structure focused on sustainable margins across both established gaming titles and emerging digital media platforms.

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GREEOct 2020

Financial

Financial Results for the First Half of the Fiscal Year Ending March 2021

Koei Tecmo achieved record-high financial performance during the first half of the fiscal year ending March 2021, characterized by a 39.7% increase in sales to ¥23.1 billion and a 145.6% surge in operating profit to ¥8.4 billion. This growth was primarily catalyzed by a multi-tiered revenue structure that emphasizes high-margin royalty income from intellectual property licensing and robust performance in the mobile segment. Notably, the licensed title Romance of the Three Kingdoms Senryaku-ban maintained a top-three sales ranking in the Chinese market for seven consecutive months, illustrating the success of the company’s global expansion strategy. The entertainment segment further benefited from steady back-catalog sales of established titles such as Nioh 2 and Atelier Ryza. While the company incurred a minor extraordinary loss of ¥124 million due to COVID-19 impacts on physical amusement facilities, the overall digital and licensing momentum more than offset these pressures. Strategic management decisions included shifting the launch of a major new IP, targeted for five million units in sales, to fiscal year 2022 to maximize quality and align with the capabilities of next-generation hardware. Based on these results, the full-year ordinary profit forecast has been upwardly revised to ¥25 billion. Management intends to sustain this positive growth cycle through a combination of internal game engine optimization, multi-platform global releases, and the transition of successful new IPs into long-term series. To reflect this strong financial position and enhance shareholder value, a 1:1.3 stock split is scheduled for April 2021, signaling confidence in the company’s ability to meet its mid-term management objectives through continued international scaling and high-quality project management.

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Koei TecmoOct 2020

Financial

FY2020 Consolidated Financial Results [Japanese GAAP]

CyberAgent achieved significant financial growth during the 2020 fiscal year, reporting net sales of ¥478.6 billion, a 5.5% increase over the previous year. The most notable performance metric was the surge in profit attributable to shareholders, which rose by 289.9% to reach ¥6.6 billion. This growth was underpinned by a robust financial position, with total assets expanding to ¥260.8 billion and a year-end cash balance of ¥102.4 billion, supported by ¥37 billion in cash flow from operating activities. The Game Business served as the primary engine for profitability, generating ¥30.3 billion in operating income through a mix of established smartphone titles and successful new releases. While the Media Business saw a 22.6% increase in sales, it continued to record an operating loss of ¥18.3 billion due to sustained strategic investments in the ABEMA streaming platform. The Internet Advertisement and Investment Development segments rounded out the core operations, contributing to a diversified revenue stream that capitalized on the expanding smartphone market. Looking toward the 2021 fiscal year, the company forecasts continued revenue expansion to ¥500 billion. Management intends to maintain its focus on the smartphone sector while treating ABEMA as a long-term strategic pillar for future growth. Although sales are expected to rise, operating income forecasts remain flexible, ranging from a slight decrease to a modest increase as the company balances immediate profitability from its gaming and advertising divisions against the high capital requirements of its media investments. Overall, the transition from FY2019 to FY2020 marked a substantial strengthening of per-share metrics, with basic earnings per share climbing from ¥13.45 to ¥52.41.

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CyberAgent, Inc.Oct 2020

Financial

Supplementary Explanation Provided at the FY 2020 Third Quarter GREE Results

GREE’s financial performance for the third quarter of fiscal year 2020 reflects a strategic pivot toward higher profitability despite a decline in overall sales. This reduction in revenue was primarily driven by the intentional shutdown of specific game titles as part of a broader portfolio reevaluation, alongside weakened performance in the advertising and media segments due to the global pandemic. Conversely, operating income experienced a quarter-over-quarter increase. This growth in profit is credited to the strong performance of high-margin, first-party intellectual property titles and the successful implementation of cost-saving measures, particularly the streamlining of promotional expenditures. The broader economic environment, influenced heavily by the COVID-19 crisis, presented mixed challenges across the company’s core business segments. While the game business faced indirect setbacks such as the postponement of anime program airings, the advertising and media divisions felt a more direct negative impact on revenue. These external pressures necessitated a cautious outlook for the fourth quarter, with expectations that sales and income trends in the media sector will remain weak as the crisis persists. Looking toward the end of the fiscal year and into 2021, the strategic focus shifts toward long-term stability through restructuring. Management anticipates the possibility of recording one-time losses in the fourth quarter as these restructuring measures are implemented to adapt to the ongoing pandemic-related shifts in the operating environment. Despite these short-term financial adjustments, the objective remains to establish a solid and sustainable earnings base for the upcoming fiscal year, leveraging the improved profitability of the gaming portfolio to offset volatility in other business segments.

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GREESept 2020

Financial

Integrated Report 2020

Bandai Namco’s 2020 integrated report presents a unified strategy that positions the group as a leading global entertainment innovator through an “IP‑axis” model, which aligns its five business units around roughly 300 core intellectual properties such as Gundam, Dragon Ball, and Idolmaster. The thesis emphasizes that coordinated exploitation of these franchises across toys, games, visual‑music content, and animation drives both short‑term profitability and long‑term fan engagement, while digital transformation and a people‑first culture sustain competitive advantage. Financial results for the fiscal year ending March 2021 demonstrate the effectiveness of this approach. Net sales reached ¥723.9 billion and operating profit ¥78.7 billion, delivering a 10.9 % operating margin and a 13.1 % return on equity despite a COVID‑19‑related sales dip of about ¥14 billion and a ¥4 billion profit reduction. Gundam model shipments totaled 31 million units, with half of sales generated overseas—predominantly in Asia and growing in North America—while the PAC‑MAN 40‑year anniversary campaign expanded the brand into music, fashion, sports and AI. Total assets rose modestly to ¥619.8 billion, net assets to ¥4.18 trillion, and the effective tax rate fell to 26.5 %. Strategic initiatives reinforce the IP‑centric vision. A ¥25 billion mid‑term content fund and dedicated IP‑Strategy Division support new‑IP creation and global roll‑outs, while the Visual‑Music Production Unit delivered over 1,100 copyrighted works and targets ¥30 billion in sales for FY

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Bandai NamcoSept 2020

Financial

Summary of Main Supplementary Explanations Questions and Answers at the FY2020 Fourth Quarter GREE Results Briefing Held on August 20, 2020

GREE’s financial performance for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2020 reflects a period of strategic transition and operational adjustment in response to global economic shifts. While the Game and Live Entertainment segments maintained solid sales performance, overall revenue and operating income experienced a quarter-on-quarter decline. This downturn was primarily driven by weakness in the Advertising and Media business due to the COVID-19 pandemic, alongside a rise in fixed costs. These expenses were largely one-time in nature, stemming from the withdrawal from unprofitable business lines, office streamlining and relocation, and the implementation of remote work support systems. The impact of the pandemic on the core Game business remained relatively limited, though some disruptions occurred regarding the timing of anime broadcasts for third-party intellectual property titles. Looking forward to fiscal year 2021, quarterly operating income is projected to stabilize between ¥0.5 billion and just under ¥1.0 billion. However, the first quarter of fiscal year 2021 is expected to exceed this range, surpassing ¥1 billion in operating income. This anticipated growth is largely attributed to the strong performance of the global version of SINoALICE. Strategic restructuring remains a priority for the Advertising and Media segment. Following a revision of business plans and the implementation of cost-saving measures, the segment is expected to see improved profitability with the goal of becoming profitable within the 2021 fiscal year. These findings, derived from the August 2020 results briefing, indicate a focus on streamlining operations and leveraging successful global game titles to offset broader macroeconomic challenges and internal restructuring costs.

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GREEAug 2020

Financial

FY2020 Fourth Quarter Financial Results

GREE concluded fiscal year 2020 with net sales of ¥62.7 billion and operating income of ¥3.2 billion, demonstrating resilience despite a minor fourth-quarter operating loss of ¥0.1 billion attributed to office streamlining and remote work transitions. The company’s financial position remains highly liquid, ending the period with ¥87 billion in cash and equivalents and total assets of ¥126.5 billion. This stability was supported by a disciplined cost structure that saw significant year-over-year reductions in advertising and commission fees, even as the global workforce remained steady at over 1,700 employees. The strategic focus centered on the pillars of gaming, advertising and media, and live entertainment. The game business achieved notable international growth, highlighted by a 25% year-over-year increase in overseas coin consumption and the successful expansion of titles like Another Eden and SINoALICE into 139 regions. Strategic partnerships with major Chinese distributors such as bilibili and X.D. Network further solidified the company's global footprint. Simultaneously, the development of the REALITY virtual distribution app and investments in vertical media portfolios provided a foundation for diversified revenue streams beyond traditional mobile gaming. Moving into fiscal year 2021, the operational thesis emphasizes aggressive investment in intellectual property, game engines, and global scaling. Plans include a consistent release cycle of two to three new titles annually, including high-profile projects such as Assault Lily: Last Bullet and Heaven Burns Red. By prioritizing XR technologies and expanding the reach of the REALITY platform, the company aims to leverage its strong balance sheet to capture emerging opportunities in the virtual entertainment and global mobile markets.

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GREEAug 2020

Financial

Consolidated Financial Results for the Three Months Ended June 30, 2020

This financial report details the consolidated results for mixi, Inc. during the first quarter of the fiscal year ending March 31, 2021, covering the period from April 1, 2020, to June 30, 2020. The data reveals a period of significant year-over-year growth, with net sales increasing 41.3% to ¥29,360 million. Profitability saw even more dramatic gains; operating income rose 370% to ¥7,478 million, while profit attributable to owners of the parent climbed 340.4% to ¥4,891 million. These results were achieved despite a global economic environment impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The company’s performance is driven primarily by its Digital Entertainment Business, which contributed ¥25,997 million in net sales and ¥12,482 million in segment profit. During this period, the company restructured its reporting segments to better reflect its evolving portfolio, splitting its previous structure into Digital Entertainment, Sports, and Lifestyle businesses. While the Digital Entertainment segment remained the primary profit engine, the Sports Business and Lifestyle Business segments reported operating losses of ¥1,020 million and ¥306 million, respectively, as the company continued to invest in these areas. The financial position remains robust, with total assets valued at ¥203,491 million and an equity ratio of 88.7%. Cash and deposits increased to ¥132,118 million, providing significant liquidity. Despite the strong first-quarter performance, the full-year forecast was revised to project a decline in annual net sales and profit compared to the previous fiscal year, with net sales estimated at ¥105,000 million. Subsequent to the quarter's end, the company announced the establishment of a ¥3,000 million investment fund focused on digital transformation in the live entertainment field, signaling a continued strategic shift toward technology-driven entertainment synergies.

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mixiAug 2020

Financial

Consolidated Financial Results for the First Half of Fiscal Year 2020

KLab Inc. reported consolidated financial results for the first half of fiscal year 2020, covering the period from January 1 to June 30, 2020. The data reveals a divergence between top-line growth and bottom-line profitability. Revenue increased by 7.7% year-over-year to 15.9 billion yen, driven primarily by the core Game Business segment, which accounted for 15.8 billion yen of total turnover. Despite this growth, operating income fell by 42.2% to 753 million yen, and profit attributable to owners of the parent plummeted by 98% to just 16 million yen. The sharp decline in profitability is attributed to rising costs and significant non-operating and extraordinary items. The cost of sales rose from 10.9 billion yen to 12.8 billion yen, while ordinary income was pressured by 243 million yen in foreign exchange losses. Furthermore, the company recorded a substantial extraordinary impairment loss of 498.8 million yen related to goodwill in its Research and Consulting Business, after determining that the segment lacked its initially anticipated profitability. Geographically focused on the Japanese market but with international exposure, the company maintained a stable equity ratio of 66.2% with total assets valued at 23.3 billion yen. Looking ahead, the full-year forecast for 2020 suggests significant volatility, with revenue projected between 33 billion and 36 billion yen. While the company anticipates a potential recovery in net income, the wide forecast range reflects ongoing uncertainty in the operating environment. No dividends were paid during the period, consistent with previous fiscal cycles.

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KLabAug 2020

Presentation

3Q FY2020 Presentation Material

CyberAgent’s performance during the third quarter of fiscal year 2020 remained resilient despite the economic disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Consolidated sales reached 112.8 billion yen, a marginal year-over-year decrease of 0.7%, while operating profit stood at 8.2 billion yen. By the end of this period, the company had already achieved between 89% and 102% of its full-year operating profit forecasts. This stability was largely driven by the Internet Advertisement segment, which successfully offset declining demand in certain sectors by pivoting toward advertisers benefiting from stay-at-home trends, and the Game business, which generated 36.7 billion yen in quarterly revenue following major title anniversaries. The media segment, centered on the streaming platform ABEMA, demonstrated significant growth with a 19.2% year-over-year increase in sales to 13.3 billion yen. This expansion was supported by a record 56 million downloads and a surge in the WINTICKET gambling transaction business, which doubled its volume to 7.2 billion yen. Strategic priorities for this segment include reaching one million ABEMA Premium subscribers by late 2020 and leveraging new virtual production technologies, such as Pay-Per-View systems, to enhance monetization. Looking forward, the corporate strategy focuses on establishing ABEMA as a long-term financial pillar while maintaining market share in the advertising sector through AI-driven efficiency. In the gaming division, the emphasis remains on the dual approach of developing new intellectual properties and extending the lifecycle of existing titles through robust operational management. These efforts are underpinned by a broader commitment to ESG initiatives and information security, ensuring sustainable value creation across the company’s diverse digital portfolio.

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CyberAgentJul 2020

Financial

FY2020 Third Quarter Consolidated Financial Results [Japanese GAAP]

CyberAgent’s consolidated financial results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2020, covering the nine-month period ending June 30, 2020, indicate steady growth across most business segments despite global economic uncertainties. Net sales increased 4.6% year-on-year to ¥357.7 billion, while operating income rose 21.9% to ¥28.5 billion. Most notably, profit attributable to shareholders of the parent surged 230.9% to ¥5.88 billion, a significant recovery compared to the prior year's performance. The Game Business and Internet Advertisement Business served as the primary drivers of profitability. The Game Business, which includes subsidiaries such as Cygames and Craft Egg, reported a 21.6% increase in operating income to ¥23.1 billion, bolstered by the continued strength of major existing titles. The Internet Advertisement Business grew its operating income by 16.4% to ¥17.1 billion by successfully capturing demand from advertisers benefiting from stay-at-home consumer trends. Conversely, the Media Business, centered on the ABEMA streaming platform, reported an operating loss of ¥13.3 billion as the company continues to prioritize long-term investment in the service. The consolidated financial position remains stable, with total assets increasing to ¥235.9 billion, primarily due to higher cash and deposits. The equity capital ratio stood at 35.7% as of June 30, 2020. Looking ahead, the full-year forecast for the period ending September 30, 2020, remains unchanged from previous projections, with net sales expected to reach ¥465 billion and operating income estimated between ¥28 billion and ¥32 billion. These results reflect a strategic focus on the expanding smartphone and video advertising markets in Japan.

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CyberAgent, Inc.Jul 2020

Financial

Consolidated Financial Results for the Fiscal Year Ended March 31, 2020

Mixi Group experienced a period of significant financial contraction and strategic transition during the fiscal year ended March 31, 2020. Net sales fell by 22.1% to ¥112,171 million, while profit attributable to owners of the parent plummeted by 59.6% to ¥10,724 million. This downturn was primarily driven by the Entertainment Business, where revenue dropped from ¥138,605 million to ¥107,216 million, causing basic earnings per share to decline from ¥350.26 to ¥142.33. Despite these challenges, the organization maintained a robust equity ratio of 90% and held ¥180,938 million in total net assets, signaling a stable capital base amidst declining operational performance. The fiscal year was characterized by aggressive inorganic growth and diversification within the Japanese market, which accounts for over 90% of total sales and assets. Cash outflows for investing activities rose sharply to ¥30.7 billion, largely due to the acquisition of subsidiaries such as Chariloto Co., Ltd. and Net Dreamers Co., Ltd. The latter acquisition alone accounted for ¥15 billion, contributing to a substantial increase in unamortized goodwill, which reached ¥17,315 million. These investments reflect a strategic pivot toward integrating sports media and professional team management into the core portfolio, even as impairment losses were recorded in underperforming entertainment retail segments. Looking toward the 2021 fiscal year, projections indicate continued pressure on the bottom line, with net sales expected to contract further to ¥100,000 million and profits forecasted to drop to ¥6,500 million. Cash and cash equivalents decreased by ¥19 billion during the period to end at ¥125.4 billion, yet the dividend policy remained steady at ¥115 to ¥120 per share. This financial trajectory highlights a company utilizing its significant cash reserves to fund a structural shift toward new lifestyle and entertainment segments while managing the diminishing returns of its legacy business lines.

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mixiMay 2020

Financial

FY2020 Second Quarter Consolidated Financial Results (Japanese GAAP)

CyberAgent, Inc. reported strong financial growth for the first half of fiscal year 2020, covering the period from October 1, 2019, to March 31, 2020. Net sales reached ¥244.85 billion, a 7.3% increase over the previous year, while operating income rose significantly by 45.0% to ¥20.23 billion. Profit attributable to shareholders of the parent saw the most dramatic surge, increasing 337.9% to ¥4.76 billion. These results were driven by the steady expansion of the smartphone advertisement market and successful performance across the company's core business segments. The Game Business was a primary driver of profitability, with operating income increasing 45.9% to ¥15.56 billion, bolstered by anniversary events for major titles and successful new releases. The Internet Advertisement Business also performed well, recording a 28.1% increase in operating income to ¥12.39 billion through the acquisition of new advertisers. Conversely, the Media Business, which includes the ABEMA streaming platform, reported an operating loss of ¥9.28 billion as the company continues to invest in the service as a long-term mainstay. The Investment Development Business saw declines in both sales and income compared to the prior year. The consolidated financial position remains stable with total assets of ¥241.12 billion. Cash and cash equivalents increased slightly to ¥84.96 billion, supported by strong net cash provided by operating activities. Despite the positive mid-year performance, the company maintained its original full-year earnings forecast, citing various risks and uncertainties. The report covers CyberAgent’s operations primarily within the Japanese market and utilizes Japanese GAAP accounting standards. No revisions were made to the dividend forecast, which remains at ¥33 per share for the fiscal year.

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CyberAgent, Inc.Apr 2020

Presentation

2Q FY2020 Presentation Material: January to March 2020

CyberAgent achieved record-high financial performance during the second quarter of fiscal year 2020, with consolidated sales reaching 129.1 billion yen and operating profit surging 45.3% year-over-year to 12.4 billion yen. This growth was primarily anchored by the Game Business, which generated 44.8 billion yen in revenue. Success in this segment was driven by high-profile anniversary events for established titles like Granblue Fantasy and the strong market debut of KonoSuba: Fantastic Days. By the end of the first half, the company had already secured between 63% and 72% of its full-year profit targets, though projections for the remainder of the year remain cautious due to anticipated declines in advertising demand stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic. The media segment, centered on the ABEMA streaming platform, demonstrated significant momentum as stay-at-home orders accelerated user adoption. ABEMA reached 52 million downloads and grew its premium subscriber base to 676,000, with a clear trajectory toward one million subscribers by the end of the calendar year. While the segment still operates at a loss, these losses narrowed to 4.2 billion yen as sales rose nearly 19%. Monetization efforts are diversifying beyond traditional advertising into subscriptions and related services, such as the WinTicket betting platform, which saw transaction volumes double quarter-on-quarter to 3.5 billion yen. Strategic priorities for the future focus on balancing short-term gains with long-term operational stability. In the gaming sector, the emphasis remains on high-quality development and extending the lifecycle of existing intellectual properties. Simultaneously, the media division is pivoting toward a multi-faceted revenue model to ensure the sustainability of its expanding digital ecosystem. Despite the broader economic uncertainty introduced by global health trends, the current fiscal trajectory suggests a robust foundation built on digital entertainment and diversified media services.

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CyberAgentApr 2020