Paradox Interactive Past Earnings Performance
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Paradox Interactive has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 0.4%, while the Entertainment industry saw earnings growing at 0.4% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 7.6% per year. Paradox Interactive's return on equity is 3.4%, and it has net margins of 4.1%.
Key information
0.39%
Earnings growth rate
0.38%
EPS growth rate
| Entertainment Industry Growth | 38.51% |
| Revenue growth rate | 7.58% |
| Return on equity | 3.39% |
| Net Margin | 4.07% |
| Next Earnings Update | 06 Aug 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • May 28
PDX: Rising Dividend And Upgrades Will Support Stronger Future Upside Conviction
Analysts have adjusted their fair value estimate for Paradox Interactive from SEK 180 to SEK 170. This change reflects more conservative revenue growth assumptions, higher projected profit margins, and a slightly lower future P/E multiple.
Narrative Update • May 11
PDX: Higher Margin Assumptions And Franchise Portfolio Will Support Future Earnings Upside
Analysts have nudged their price target on Paradox Interactive slightly higher to SEK154.40 from SEK153.50, citing updated assumptions around discount rates, long term profit margins, and future P/E levels. Analyst Commentary Recent research points to a more supportive stance on Paradox Interactive, with analysts using updated discount rates, margin assumptions, and future P/E levels to fine tune their views on the stock.Analysis Article • May 04
Paradox Interactive AB (publ) Beat Analyst Estimates: See What The Consensus Is Forecasting For This Year
Paradox Interactive AB (publ) ( STO:PDX ) just released its latest quarterly results and things are looking bullish...Narrative Update • Apr 21
PDX: Franchise Portfolio And Dividend Policy Will Support Future Earnings Upside
The analyst price target for Paradox Interactive has moved from SEK157.0 to SEK153.5 as analysts factor in slightly softer revenue growth and profit margin assumptions, along with a modestly higher discount rate, partially offset by a marginally higher future P/E following more cautious recent research on the shares. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts point to a still supportive valuation backdrop, where a slightly higher future P/E assumption suggests room for the shares to trade on a richer earnings multiple if execution on upcoming titles and expansions is solid.Analysis Article • Apr 16
Investors Can Find Comfort In Paradox Interactive's (STO:PDX) Earnings Quality
Soft earnings didn't appear to concern Paradox Interactive AB (publ)'s ( STO:PDX ) shareholders over the last week. Our...Narrative Update • Apr 07
PDX: Existing Game Portfolio And Cost Discipline Will Support Future Earnings Upside
Analysts have reduced their SEK 211.67 price target on Paradox Interactive to SEK 157.00, citing updated assumptions for growth, profitability and valuation that reflect a more cautious stance. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts still see scope for execution on Paradox Interactive's existing game portfolio to support the revised SEK 157.00 target, even with more conservative growth assumptions.Narrative Update • Mar 24
PDX: Higher Dividend Will Support Cautious Sentiment And Fair Value Conviction
Narrative Update Overview Analysts now see Paradox Interactive's fair value holding at SEK180.00 per share. This reflects slightly adjusted assumptions on discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E after a more cautious research update and a downgrade in sentiment on the shares.
Narrative Update • Mar 10
PDX: Higher Dividend And Pipeline Execution Will Define Future Risk Reward Balance
Analysts have adjusted their price target on Paradox Interactive to SEK132.50, reflecting slightly revised assumptions for the discount rate, revenue growth and profit margin in light of more cautious recent research commentary. Analyst Commentary Recent research has taken a more cautious tone on Paradox Interactive, with bearish analysts revisiting their valuation assumptions and risk assessments.Narrative Update • Feb 23
PDX: Dividend Increase And Execution Risks Will Shape Long Term Earnings Power
Narrative Update on Paradox Interactive Analysts have reduced their price target on Paradox Interactive from SEK 205.00 to SEK 132.50, citing updated expectations for lower revenue growth, slightly softer profit margins, a marginally higher discount rate, and a reduced future P/E assumption. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates reflect a more cautious tone on Paradox Interactive, with some bearish analysts revisiting their assumptions on growth, profitability, and what they are willing to pay for the shares.Narrative Update • Feb 09
PDX: Cautious Research Will Be Offset By Dividend And Ongoing Content Pipeline
Narrative Update Analysts have reduced their fair value estimate for Paradox Interactive from SEK 205 to about SEK 180, reflecting updated views on future revenue growth, profit margins, discount rate assumptions, and a slightly lower expected future P/E multiple following more cautious research commentary. Analyst Commentary Recent research reflects a more cautious tone around Paradox Interactive, with at least one broker taking a bearish stance and lowering its view on the shares.Analysis Article • Feb 02
Earnings Miss: Paradox Interactive AB (publ) Missed EPS By 35% And Analysts Are Revising Their Forecasts
Paradox Interactive AB (publ) ( STO:PDX ) just released its latest annual report and things are not looking great...Narrative Update • Jan 26
PDX: Cautious Research Will Be Offset By Ongoing Content Expansion Pipeline
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Paradox Interactive from SEK225 to SEK205, reflecting updated assumptions for slightly lower revenue growth and profit margins, partially balanced by a modestly lower discount rate and a slightly higher future P/E multiple. Recent Street research has generally been more cautious on the shares.Analysis Article • Jan 21
Here's What Paradox Interactive's (STO:PDX) Strong Returns On Capital Mean
If we want to find a potential multi-bagger, often there are underlying trends that can provide clues. In a perfect...Narrative Update • Jan 11
PDX: Expanding Release Pipeline Will Support Stronger Long Term Earnings Power
Analysts have reduced their fair value estimate for Paradox Interactive from SEK 210 to about SEK 205, reflecting updated assumptions that combine higher projected revenue growth with slightly lower profit margins and a modestly reduced future P/E multiple. What's in the News Release of Victoria 3: Iberian Twilight immersion pack, adding new historical content and mechanics for Spain, Portugal, Morocco, Cuba, the Philippines and other related nations in the Victoria 3 grand strategy series (Product announcement).Narrative Update • Dec 25
PDX: Expanding Game Portfolio Will Support Stronger Long-Term Earnings Power
Analysts have raised their price target on Paradox Interactive from SEK 150 to SEK 210, citing expectations for slightly stronger long term revenue growth, modestly higher profit margins, and a richer future earnings multiple, despite a largely unchanged risk profile. What's in the News Release of Victoria 3: Iberian Twilight immersion pack, adding new historical content for Spain, Portugal and related nations, with fresh mechanics around post imperial crises and Iberian unification, priced at about $9.99.Narrative Update • Dec 11
PDX: Expanding Game Portfolio Will Drive Long Term Earnings Upside
Analysts have nudged their price target for Paradox Interactive higher from SEK 201.67 to SEK 211.67, citing slightly stronger expectations for long term revenue growth, improved profitability, and a marginally higher justified earnings multiple. What's in the News Europa Universalis V, a major reworking of Paradox Interactive's flagship historical grand strategy series, has launched with new population, trade, and societal systems.Narrative Update • Nov 27
PDX: Higher Profit Margins And Game Launch Momentum Will Drive Future Upside
Analysts have slightly raised their price target for Paradox Interactive, now valuing the company at SEK 201.67 per share. They cite improvements in profit margin outlook and a lower discount rate as key drivers behind the adjustment.Narrative Update • Nov 13
PDX: Revenue Acceleration And Game Launches Will Drive Future Upside
Analysts Raise Price Target for Paradox Interactive Analysts have increased their price target for Paradox Interactive from SEK 191.25 to SEK 201.67. This change is based on updated forecasts for higher revenue growth and minor adjustments to valuation assumptions.Analysis Article • Oct 28
Paradox Interactive AB (publ) Just Beat Earnings Expectations: Here's What Analysts Think Will Happen Next
Paradox Interactive AB (publ) ( STO:PDX ) shareholders are probably feeling a little disappointed, since its shares...Analysis Article • Aug 15
Paradox Interactive's (STO:PDX) Earnings Seem To Be Promising
Paradox Interactive AB (publ)'s ( STO:PDX ) solid earnings announcement recently didn't do much to the stock price. Our...Analysis Article • Aug 10
Paradox Interactive AB (publ) Earnings Missed Analyst Estimates: Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting Now
OM:PDX 1 Year Share Price vs Fair Value Explore Paradox Interactive's Fair Values from the Community and select yours...Analysis Article • Jul 25
Subdued Growth No Barrier To Paradox Interactive AB (publ)'s (STO:PDX) Price
With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 31.6x Paradox Interactive AB (publ) ( STO:PDX ) may be sending bearish...Analysis Article • May 20
Many Would Be Envious Of Paradox Interactive's (STO:PDX) Excellent Returns On Capital
If you're looking for a multi-bagger, there's a few things to keep an eye out for. Ideally, a business will show two...Analysis Article • Apr 27
Paradox Interactive AB (publ) Just Missed EPS By 6.6%: Here's What Analysts Think Will Happen Next
Paradox Interactive AB (publ) ( STO:PDX ) missed earnings with its latest quarterly results, disappointing...Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How Paradox Interactive makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
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| 31 Mar 26 | 2,159 | 88 | 346 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 2,192 | 125 | 347 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 2,026 | 638 | 317 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 2,065 | 664 | 304 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 2,182 | 581 | 316 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 2,201 | 585 | 324 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 2,487 | 372 | 355 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 2,480 | 322 | 377 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 2,641 | 534 | 400 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 2,642 | 531 | 390 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 2,227 | 627 | 344 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 2,258 | 733 | 322 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 1,980 | 664 | 269 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 1,973 | 709 | 262 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 1,783 | 630 | 260 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 1,615 | 421 | 257 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 1,559 | 340 | 278 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 1,447 | 248 | 296 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 1,491 | 191 | 312 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 1,696 | 373 | 331 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 1,758 | 439 | 334 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 1,794 | 491 | 336 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 1,741 | 562 | 378 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 1,529 | 487 | 370 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 1,451 | 453 | 373 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 1,289 | 374 | 367 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 1,245 | 358 | 328 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 1,187 | 337 | 318 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 1,099 | 294 | 302 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 1,128 | 354 | 280 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 1,013 | 308 | 246 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 969 | 296 | 220 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 960 | 345 | 196 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 814 | 265 | 172 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 790 | 264 | 157 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 736 | 266 | 146 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 682 | 250 | 133 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 654 | 240 | 127 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 582 | 207 | 112 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 546 | 190 | 107 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 493 | 132 | 100 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 604 | 189 | 98 | 0 |
Quality Earnings: PDX has a large one-off loss of SEK355.3M impacting its last 12 months of financial results to 31st March, 2026.
Growing Profit Margin: PDX's current net profit margins (4.1%) are lower than last year (26.6%).
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: PDX's earnings have grown by 0.4% per year over the past 5 years.
Accelerating Growth: PDX's has had negative earnings growth over the past year, so it can't be compared to its 5-year average.
Earnings vs Industry: PDX had negative earnings growth (-84.9%) over the past year, making it difficult to compare to the Entertainment industry average (-66.4%).
Return on Equity
High ROE: PDX's Return on Equity (3.4%) is considered low.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/29 04:30 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/29 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Paradox Interactive AB (publ) is covered by 10 analysts. 5 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| null null | ABG Sundal Collier |
| Edward James | Berenberg |
| Mikael Laséen | Carnegie Investment Bank AB |