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MIXI, Inc. reports consolidated financial results for the first quarter of the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, covering the period from April 1, 2025, to June 30, 2025. The data reflects a period of strategic transition where growth in sports and lifestyle services offset declines in the company’s core digital entertainment segment. Net sales rose 4.1% year-over-year to ¥31,323 million, though operating income fell 4.0% to ¥2,677 million. Ordinary income and profit attributable to owners saw more significant declines of 38.0% and 36.7% respectively, impacted by non-operating expenses and a decrease in share of profit from entities accounted for using the equity method.

The Digital Entertainment Business, primarily driven by the mobile game Monster Strike, remains the largest revenue contributor but saw an 11.4% decline in sales to ¥16,076 million due to lower monthly active users. Conversely, the Sports Business experienced a 29.8% surge in revenue to ¥11,143 million, turning a previous segment loss into a ¥604 million profit. This growth was fueled by increased online car ticket sales via the TIPSTAR betting service and expanded ticket and sponsorship revenue for the Chiba Jets following the opening of the LaLa arena TOKYO-BAY. The Lifestyle Business also showed improvement, with revenue increasing 28.1% to ¥3,505 million as the FamilyAlbum app successfully monetized premium features and expanded its overseas user base.

The company maintains a strong financial position with an equity ratio of 81.7%, despite a decrease in cash and cash equivalents to ¥86,444 million. This liquidity decline was largely driven by ¥13,892 million used in operating activities, including significant advance payments to suppliers and income tax payments. Looking forward, the full-year forecast remains unchanged, projecting net sales of ¥155,000 million. While the company anticipates a year-over-year decline in annual profits, it plans to maintain a stable dividend policy of ¥120 per share.

MIXI, Inc. achieved significant financial growth during the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025, characterized by a 5.4% increase in net sales to ¥154.8 billion and a 148.5% surge in profit attributable to owners, reaching ¥17.6 billion. While the core Digital Entertainment segment experienced a minor revenue contraction as engagement for the flagship title Monster Strike stabilized following its tenth anniversary, overall performance was bolstered by the Sports and Investment segments. Growth in these areas was primarily driven by increased betting service sales and strategic share divestments. This profitability was further supported by a ¥7 billion reduction in selling, general, and administrative expenses, specifically within advertising and settlement fees.

The financial position remains robust, with total assets expanding to ¥225.5 billion and net cash from operating activities nearly tripling to ¥27.5 billion. Despite this liquidity, the equity ratio saw a marginal decline to 79.4% due to treasury share acquisitions and new borrowings, including a ¥9 billion loan commitment for the subsidiary Chariloto Co., Ltd. The fiscal year was also marked by strategic organizational shifts, including the acquisition of picon, Inc. and the establishment of MIXI Australia, though these were tempered by a ¥1 billion loss resulting from improper transactions at a subsidiary.

Operations remain heavily concentrated in the Japanese market, which accounts for over 90% of net sales. Looking toward the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, the outlook remains cautious with a projected 26.1% decline in profit despite stable sales forecasts of ¥155 billion. Future growth strategies prioritize expansion into AI technologies and the continued scaling of the Sports and Lifestyle segments. To maintain shareholder value, the company has committed to a ¥9.500 million treasury share repurchase program and the cancellation of 2.4 million shares, following a significant rise in basic earnings per share from ¥99.71 to ¥255.43.

MIXI, Inc. reported strong financial growth for the first nine months of the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025, characterized by significant increases in profitability despite moderate revenue growth. Net sales reached ¥110,352 million, a 4.9% increase over the previous year, while operating income surged 62.6% to ¥17,030 million. Profit attributable to owners of the parent rose by 123.1% to ¥10,416 million. This performance was driven by a substantial reduction in selling, general, and administrative expenses and improved margins across several business segments.

The Digital Entertainment Business remains the primary revenue driver, largely supported by the mobile game Monster Strike, contributing ¥65,455 million in sales and ¥28,479 million in segment profit. The Sports Business showed a notable turnaround, moving from a loss in the previous period to a profit of ¥1,113 million on sales of ¥28,394 million. The Investment Business also saw a dramatic increase in revenue, rising from ¥1,117 million to ¥5,052 million, while the Lifestyle Business maintained steady growth.

Geographically focused on the Japanese market, the results cover the period from April 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024. The financial position remains stable with an equity ratio of 78.5% and total assets of ¥220,445 million. However, the period was impacted by an internal investigation into improper transactions at the subsidiary Chariloto Co., Ltd., involving ¥1,026 million in unauthorized dealings. This resulted in a net loss of ¥552 million attributable to the parent company after tax adjustments.

Based on these nine-month results, the full-year forecast has been revised upward. The company now expects annual net sales of ¥153,000 million and a profit attributable to owners of the parent of ¥17,500 million, representing a 147.1% increase over the prior fiscal year. Dividends are projected to remain steady at ¥110 per share for the full year.

MIXI, Inc. maintained stable net sales of ¥146.8 billion for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2024, despite a 22.7% decline in operating income to ¥19.1 billion. While the Digital Entertainment segment, anchored by the enduring performance of Monster Strike, remains the primary revenue driver, its profitability experienced a year-over-year contraction. Conversely, net income attributable to owners of the parent grew by 37.2% to ¥7.08 billion, a result of reduced non-operating and extraordinary losses relative to the prior year. This financial trajectory is expected to accelerate, with forecasts projecting a 69.4% surge in net income to ¥12.0 billion for the fiscal year ending March 2025.

The fiscal period was characterized by strategic capital management and the navigation of impairment challenges. Cash and cash equivalents decreased to ¥105.7 billion, influenced by ¥7.5 billion in treasury share purchases and significant income tax payments. Financial results were further impacted by a ¥2.677 million valuation loss on convertible bonds and impairment losses within the Sports Business and equity-method associates like CALL DOCTOR Co., Ltd. These adjustments reflect a rigorous reassessment of business plans and asset valuations across the Lifestyle and Sports segments.

To enhance shareholder value and capital efficiency, the company executed the cancellation of 4.5 million treasury shares and initiated a subsequent repurchase program valued at up to ¥7.5 billion. Basic earnings per share rose to ¥99.71, supporting a consistent annual dividend of ¥110 per share. Despite the amortization of ¥1,338 million in goodwill, the organization maintains a robust balance sheet and a clear focus on stabilizing its core entertainment offerings while optimizing its diversified portfolio for long-term growth.

MIXI, Inc. achieved significant top-line growth during the fiscal year ended March 31, 2023, with net sales rising 20.4% to ¥146,867 million and operating income increasing 39.4% to ¥24,820 million. This performance was primarily driven by the Digital Entertainment segment and the continued strength of its flagship title, Monster Strike. Despite these gains, profit attributable to owners of the parent fell by 49.7% to ¥5,161 million. This decline resulted from substantial non-operating and extraordinary expenses, including a ¥6,604 million loss on equity method investments, a ¥4,818 million impairment loss related to bitbank, inc., and a ¥4,408 million loss stemming from business withdrawals.

The fiscal year was characterized by strategic structural shifts, most notably the reclassification of the Investment Business into a primary reportable segment. This change moved operational investment securities to current assets and integrated related gains and losses into net sales and cost of sales. While income before taxes decreased, net cash from operating activities saw a dramatic increase from ¥2,647 million to ¥15,751 million. The company maintained a robust liquidity position, ending the period with ¥118,703 million in cash and cash equivalents, supported by reduced spending on investing and financing activities compared to the previous year.

Looking forward, projections for fiscal year 2024 suggest a decline in net sales and operating income, though net profit is expected to recover by 45.3% as the impact of one-time losses diminishes. To enhance capital efficiency and shareholder value, a stable dividend of ¥55 per share was maintained, supplemented by a post-fiscal year authorization of a share repurchase program valued at up to ¥7,500 million. These actions reflect a transition toward a more diversified business model, balancing core digital entertainment assets with strategic investments and portfolio optimization.

This financial report details the consolidated results for MIXI, Inc. during the first nine months of the fiscal year ending March 31, 2023. The company reported net sales of ¥104,802 million, representing a 24.6% increase over the previous year, and a 67.7% rise in operating income to ¥19,073 million. Despite these gains, profit attributable to owners of the parent fell by 72.8% to ¥2,020 million. This decline was primarily driven by significant non-operating and extraordinary losses, including a ¥4,818 million impairment loss related to the equity-method associate bitbank, inc., and a ¥4,468 million loss stemming from the withdrawal from certain new product developments.

The scope of the report covers the company’s four primary business segments: Digital Entertainment, Sports, Lifestyle, and the newly established Investment Business. Digital Entertainment remains the primary revenue driver, largely fueled by the performance of the mobile game Monster Strike, contributing ¥73,457 million in net sales and ¥31,806 million in segment profit. The Sports and Lifestyle segments also saw revenue growth, though the Sports segment continued to operate at a loss. The Investment Business was officially designated as a main line of business during this period, leading to a reclassification of investment-related income and assets.

Methodologically, the results are prepared under Japanese GAAP and include consolidated balance sheets, statements of income, and cash flow analysis. The company revised its full-year forecast, projecting net sales of ¥142,000 million and a 51.3% decrease in annual profit attributable to owners of the parent compared to the prior year. MIXI maintains a strong equity ratio of 80.8% and continues to distribute an annual dividend of ¥110 per share.

MIXI, Inc. reported its consolidated financial results for the first half of the fiscal year ending March 31, 2023, covering the period from April 1, 2022, to September 30, 2022. The data reflects a period of significant revenue growth alongside a sharp decline in net profit due to extraordinary losses. Net sales rose 21.1% year-over-year to ¥65,734 million, and operating income increased 23.1% to ¥11,249 million. However, profit attributable to owners of the parent fell 68.2% to ¥1,960 million. This bottom-line decrease was primarily driven by ¥6,474 million in extraordinary losses, including a ¥4,468 million loss related to the withdrawal from certain business developments and an ¥875 million loss on the sale of shares in PIST6, Inc.

The company’s operations are divided into four reportable segments: Digital Entertainment, Sports, Lifestyle, and a newly established Investment Business segment. Digital Entertainment remains the primary driver of performance, contributing ¥47,608 million in net sales, largely fueled by the mobile game Monster Strike. The Sports and Lifestyle segments reported net sales of ¥12,995 million and ¥3,508 million, respectively, though both recorded segment losses. The Investment Business, now classified as a main line of business, contributed ¥1,551 million in sales. During this period, MIXI also completed the 100% acquisition of CONNECTIT Inc., a New Year's card online service, for ¥700 million to consolidate its market position in that niche.

Geographically focused on the Japanese market, the company maintains a strong financial position with total assets of ¥221,903 million and an equity ratio of 82.0%. Despite the first-half revenue growth, MIXI revised its full-year forecast downward, projecting a 51.3% decline in annual profit attributable to owners. The company plans to maintain a total annual dividend of ¥110.00 per share. These results were prepared under Japanese GAAP and have not undergone a full statutory audit.

Mixi, Inc. reported consolidated financial results for the first quarter of the fiscal year ending March 31, 2023, covering the period from April 1 to June 30, 2022. The data reveals a period of revenue growth alongside declining profitability. Net sales rose 8.7% year-over-year to ¥31,022 million, primarily driven by the Digital Entertainment segment and its flagship title, Monster Strike. However, operating income fell 7.6% to ¥5,557 million, and profit attributable to owners of the parent decreased 13.1% to ¥3,524 million. This contraction in earnings is attributed to increased cost of sales and higher selling, general, and administrative expenses.

The company’s operations are divided into four reportable segments: Digital Entertainment, Sports, Lifestyle, and the newly established Investment Business. Digital Entertainment remains the primary profit driver, contributing ¥10,750 million in segment profit. In contrast, the Sports and Lifestyle segments reported losses of ¥653 million and ¥173 million, respectively. The Investment Business, elevated to a main line of business this quarter, contributed ¥179 million in profit. This structural change led to a reclassification of assets, with ¥14,400 million in investment securities moved to current assets as operational investment securities.

Geographically focused on the Japanese market, the company maintains a strong financial position with total assets of ¥215,217 million and an equity ratio of 84.9%. Despite the quarterly decline in profit, Mixi maintained its full-year forecast, projecting net sales of ¥120,000 million and a significant 51.3% year-over-year drop in annual profit to ¥5,000 million. The company also confirmed a planned annual dividend of ¥110.00 per share and noted the issuance of new stock options to directors in July 2022.

Mixi, Inc. experienced a period of transition during the fiscal year ended March 31, 2022, characterized by stable net sales of ¥118,099 million but a significant 34.6% decline in net profit to ¥10,262 million. This contraction in profitability stemmed from increased operating costs, substantial impairment losses in the Sports segment—specifically regarding the PIST6 business—and a ¥2,098 million loss on the valuation of investment securities. Cash reserves also saw a marked decrease, falling by ¥31.3 billion to ¥118.4 billion, as the company prioritized aggressive capital allocation toward treasury share purchases and strategic acquisitions.

The Digital Entertainment segment continues to serve as the primary economic engine, generating ¥91.2 billion in revenue. Performance in this sector was heavily influenced by the flagship title Monster Strike and the adoption of new revenue recognition standards that defer income based on the estimated period of character utility. While the Sports and Lifestyle segments achieved year-over-year revenue growth, both remained unprofitable at the operating level. To address these imbalances and diversify its portfolio, the company completed the acquisition of TOKYO FOOTBALL CLUB Co., Ltd. and Lovegraph Inc., signaling a long-term commitment to expanding its footprint in professional sports and family-oriented digital services.

Looking toward the 2023 fiscal year, the financial outlook remains cautious. Although net sales are projected to rise slightly by 1.6%, profit attributable to owners is expected to fall by an additional 51.3% to ¥5,000 million. This forecast reflects ongoing investment requirements and a structural reorganization of reporting segments, which will introduce a dedicated Investment category. These shifts indicate a strategic pivot toward balancing the mature cash flows of the gaming division with high-growth, capital-intensive ventures in broader entertainment and sports markets.

Mixi, Inc. experienced a period of financial contraction and strategic pivot during the nine months ending December 31, 2021. Net sales fell 7.6% to ¥81,089 million, while profit attributable to owners saw a sharper decline of 28.8% to ¥7,428 million. These results prompted management to issue a downward revision for the full-year forecast, anticipating an annual profit decrease of over 40% compared to the prior fiscal year. Despite these declines, the company maintains a robust equity ratio of 84.4%, though cash reserves were reduced by more than ¥30 billion to fund aggressive investment activities and a ¥7.5 billion share buyback program.

The financial landscape was notably influenced by a shift in accounting standards regarding revenue recognition for the flagship title Monster Strike. By transitioning from recognizing revenue at the point of virtual currency consumption to an estimated period of character utility, the company realized a ¥1,272 million increase in operating income. This technical adjustment reflects a broader effort to modernize financial reporting while navigating the maturation of its core gaming assets.

Strategically, the organization is diversifying its portfolio through significant capital allocation in the sports and medical sectors. The acquisition of a 51.3% controlling stake in TOKYO FOOTBALL CLUB (F.C. Tokyo) for ¥1.15 billion and a substantial investment in the medical service CALL DOCTOR signal a move toward multi-industry expansion. Furthermore, the commitment of up to ¥6 billion in credit facilities for the development of arena leasing operations via TOKYO-BAY ARENA Co., Ltd. underscores a long-term thesis focused on physical entertainment infrastructure and sports management as future growth drivers.

Mixi, Inc. reported a decline in financial performance for the first half of the fiscal year ending March 31, 2022, covering the period from April 1, 2021, to September 30, 2021. Net sales reached ¥51,587 million, a 12.2% decrease compared to the same period in the previous year. Profitability saw a more significant contraction, with operating income falling 47.5% to ¥7,382 million and profit attributable to owners of the parent decreasing 33.9% to ¥6,167 million. Despite these declines, the company maintained a strong financial position with an equity ratio of 85.2% and total assets of ¥215,166 million.

The Digital Entertainment Business, primarily driven by the flagship title Monster Strike, remains the company's largest segment but experienced a drop in net sales from ¥51,438 million to ¥40,699 million. Conversely, the Sports Business saw growth, with revenue increasing from ¥5,377 million to ¥8,000 million, though it continued to operate at a segment loss. The Lifestyle Business showed improvement, moving from a loss to a modest profit of ¥48 million.

A significant portion of the report details the adoption of new Accounting Standards for Revenue Recognition. For Monster Strike, the company transitioned from recognizing revenue at the point of in-game currency consumption to recognizing it over the estimated period of character use. Additionally, transaction prices are now allocated across both paid and free "orbs" because they provide equivalent functional value. While these changes resulted in a ¥667 million increase in beginning retained earnings, the impact on the current period's operating income was minimal.

Looking ahead, Mixi revised its full-year forecast for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2022, providing a range of estimates that anticipate continued year-on-year declines. Net sales are projected between ¥105,000 million and ¥110,000 million, while operating income is expected to fall between 78.2% and 91.3% compared to the previous fiscal year. The company intends to maintain its annual dividend at ¥110.00 per share.

Mixi, Inc. reported consolidated financial results for the first quarter of the fiscal year ending March 31, 2022, covering the period from April 1, 2021, to June 30, 2021. The data reveals a year-on-year decline across primary financial metrics. Net sales reached ¥28,366 million, a 3.4% decrease from the previous year, while operating income fell 19.4% to ¥6,011 million. Profit attributable to owners of the parent dropped 17.7% to ¥4,054 million. Despite these declines, the company maintains a strong financial position with an equity ratio of 85.6% and total assets valued at ¥217,762 million.

The Digital Entertainment Business remains the primary revenue driver, contributing ¥22,596 million in sales, largely through the flagship title Monster Strike. However, segment profit for this division decreased from ¥12,482 million to ¥10,586 million year-on-year. The Sports Business saw a significant revenue increase to ¥4,047 million but continued to operate at a loss of ¥681 million. The Lifestyle Business showed improvement, turning a profit of ¥159 million compared to a loss in the prior year.

A significant accounting change occurred during this period with the adoption of the Accounting Standard for Revenue Recognition. This impacted how revenue is recognized for Monster Strike, shifting from the point of in-game currency consumption to a recognition model based on the estimated period of character use. While this change led to a ¥667 million increase in beginning retained earnings, its impact on the current quarter's operating income was minimal.

Looking ahead, the full-year forecast for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2022, remains unchanged, with net sales projected between ¥115,000 million and ¥120,000 million. This forecast anticipates a substantial year-on-year decrease in profitability, with operating income expected to fall between 34.6% and 47.7%. The company also confirmed a planned annual dividend of ¥110 per share.