Reported Earnings • May 20
Full year 2026 earnings released: EPS: JP¥82.15 (vs JP¥67.80 in FY 2025) Full year 2026 results: EPS: JP¥82.15 (up from JP¥67.80 in FY 2025). Revenue: JP¥297.7b (down 8.3% from FY 2025). Net income: JP¥29.6b (up 21% from FY 2025). Profit margin: 9.9% (up from 7.5% in FY 2025). Revenue is forecast to grow 3.1% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 4.3% growth forecast for the Entertainment industry in Germany. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 19% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 1% per year, which means it is well ahead of earnings. Board Change • May 20
Insufficient new directors There is 1 new director who has joined the board in the last 3 years. The company's board is composed of: 1 new director. 10 experienced directors. 1 highly experienced director. Independent Outside Director Mika Agatsuma was the last director to join the board, commencing their role in 2024. The company’s insufficient board refreshment is considered a risk according to the Simply Wall St Risk Model. Tillkännagivande • May 15
Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd., Annual General Meeting, Jun 24, 2026 Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd., Annual General Meeting, Jun 24, 2026. Tillkännagivande • May 09
Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. to Report Fiscal Year 2026 Results on May 14, 2026 Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. announced that they will report fiscal year 2026 results on May 14, 2026 Tillkännagivande • Dec 25
Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. to Report Q3, 2026 Results on Feb 05, 2026 Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. announced that they will report Q3, 2026 results on Feb 05, 2026 Tillkännagivande • Oct 31
Square Enix Announces Launch of Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake for Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation®?5, Xbox Series X|S and PC Square Enix Inc. announced the launch of DRAGON QUEST I & II HD-2D Remake for Nintendo Switch 2™, Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam®? and Microsoft Store on Windows, marking the epic conclusion of the legendary Erdrick trilogy that began with last year's critically acclaimed DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake. Watch theDRAGON QUEST I & II HD- 2D Remake launch trailer here: Check out more details about the game by visiting the SQUARE ENIX blog: Dragon Quest I & II HD-2 D Remake combines full remakes of DRAGON QUEST I and DRAGON QUEST II, whichologically take place after DRAGON QUEST III HD-2 D Remake which launched in November 2024. Players can experience the dramatic and satisfying conclusion to the Erdrick Trilogy in these two standalone epic adventures, brought to new life in the beloved HD-2D graphical style with never-before-seen story content and gameplay updates, including a new, fully explorable underwater world and playable character in DRAGON QUEST II, among many other additions. In DRAGON QUEST I & II HD -2D Remake, players take control of the descendants of Erdrick, the legendary hero whose legacy is passed down through generations following the events of DRAGON QUEST IIIHD-2D Remake. Players can continue the sprawling story in these games, while newcomers can experience the entire compilation with the new digital-only DRAGON QUEST HD-2D Erdrick Trilogy Collection, which packages together DRAGON QUEST III HD-2d Remake and DRAGON QUEST I & II HD the2D Remake in one definitive set for $99.99. DRAGON QUEST I & II HD of II HD-2D Remakes is now available on Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC via Steam. Tillkännagivande • Oct 01
Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. to Report Q2, 2026 Results on Nov 06, 2025 Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. announced that they will report Q2, 2026 results on Nov 06, 2025 Tillkännagivande • Jun 29
Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. to Report Q1, 2026 Results on Aug 08, 2025 Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. announced that they will report Q1, 2026 results on Aug 08, 2025 Tillkännagivande • May 15
Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd., Annual General Meeting, Jun 25, 2025 Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd., Annual General Meeting, Jun 25, 2025. Tillkännagivande • Apr 03
Square Enix Announces Final Fantasy Vii Remake Intergrade and Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD Remaster Are Coming to Nintendo Switch™? 2 Square Enix®? announced two critically acclaimed RPGs, final Fantasy VII REMAKE INTERGRADE and BRAVELY DEFAULT™? FLYING FAIRY HD Remaster, are coming to the highly anticipated system. Final Fantasy VII REMAKE INTER GRADE is the expanded edition of the first entry in the final Fantasy VII remake project and includes an additional story arc that takes place during the game's events. BRAVELY DEFAULT FLYING FAIRY HDRemaster revives the beloved Nintendo 3DS title with updated graphics and new minigames for gamers to discover. Nintendo's latest system will allow fans to play Square Enix's blockbuster RPGs on the go with enhanced graphics and upgraded textures on the system's larger screen. In final Fantasy VII REMAKE InterGRADE, players follow the story of ex-SOLDIER operative turned freelance, Cloud Strife, as he lends his aid to the underground resistance group Avalanche in the mako-powered city of Midgar. In the fight against the burgeoning Shinra Electric Power Company, Cloud and his colleagues are thrust into a largerConflict to determine the fate of the planet. Final Fantasy VII REMAke INTERGRADE also includes an exhilarating original story arc, FF7R EPISODE INTERmission, which brings Wutai ninja Yuffie Kisaragi to the forefront as she infiltrates the city of Midgar during the events of the base game. With over seven million copies shipped and sold digitally worldwide on the PlayStation and PC platforms, this upcoming release marks the series' debut on a Nintendo system, giving a new audience of players a chance to experience 2020's The Game Awards RPG of the Year for the first time ever. Originally released in 2012 for the Nintendo 3DS, BRAVELY DEFAULT FLying FAIRY HD Remaster brings the unforgettable story, iconic characters designed by Akihiko Yoshida (FINAL Fantasy TACTICS, NieR:Automata:™?) and innovative "Brave & Default" turn-based battle system to the current generation of gamers for the Nintendo Switch 2 system. The HD remaster features updated graphics and new content, perfect for long-time fans to visit the world of Luxendarc and for newcomers alike. Tillkännagivande • Mar 25
Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. to Report Fiscal Year 2025 Results on May 14, 2025 Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. announced that they will report fiscal year 2025 results on May 14, 2025 Tillkännagivande • Jan 03
Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. to Report Q3, 2025 Results on Feb 07, 2025 Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. announced that they will report Q3, 2025 results on Feb 07, 2025 Reported Earnings • Nov 10
Second quarter 2025 earnings released: EPS: JP¥9.41 (vs JP¥86.06 in 2Q 2024) Second quarter 2025 results: EPS: JP¥9.41 (down from JP¥86.06 in 2Q 2024). Revenue: JP¥87.7b (up 1.5% from 2Q 2024). Net income: JP¥1.13b (down 89% from 2Q 2024). Profit margin: 1.3% (down from 12% in 2Q 2024). Revenue is forecast to grow 1.6% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 6.2% growth forecast for the Entertainment industry in Germany. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 35% per year but the company’s share price has only fallen by 10% per year, which means it has not declined as severely as earnings. Tillkännagivande • Sep 25
Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. to Report Q2, 2025 Results on Nov 08, 2024 Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. announced that they will report Q2, 2025 results on Nov 08, 2024 Upcoming Dividend • Sep 20
Upcoming dividend of JP¥28.00 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 27 September 2024. Payment date: 05 December 2024. Payout ratio is a comfortable 24% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 1.3%. Lower than top quartile of German dividend payers (4.8%). Lower than average of industry peers (1.9%). Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Sep 06
Now 21% overvalued after recent price rise Over the last 90 days, the stock has risen 25% to €34.64. The fair value is estimated to be €28.65, however this is not to be taken as a sell recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has been flat over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has declined by 19%. For the next 3 years, revenue is forecast to grow by 1.5% per annum. Earnings are also forecast to grow by 13% per annum over the same time period. Reported Earnings • Aug 08
First quarter 2025 earnings released: EPS: JP¥88.52 (vs JP¥52.61 in 1Q 2024) First quarter 2025 results: EPS: JP¥88.52 (up from JP¥52.61 in 1Q 2024). Revenue: JP¥69.9b (down 18% from 1Q 2024). Net income: JP¥10.6b (up 69% from 1Q 2024). Profit margin: 15% (up from 7.4% in 1Q 2024). Revenue is forecast to grow 1.6% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 5.7% growth forecast for the Entertainment industry in Germany. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 19% per year whereas the company’s share price has fallen by 15% per year. New Risk • Jul 24
New minor risk - Share price stability The company's share price has been volatile over the past 3 months. It is more volatile than 75% of German stocks, typically moving 6.8% a week. This is considered a minor risk. Share price volatility indicates the stock is highly sensitive to market conditions or economic conditions rather than being sensitive to its own business performance, which may also be inconsistent. It also increases the risk of potential losses in the short term as the stock tends to have larger drops in price more frequently than other stocks. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Minor Risks Share price has been volatile over the past 3 months (6.8% average weekly change). Large one-off items impacting financial results. Profit margins are more than 30% lower than last year (4.2% net profit margin). Declared Dividend • Jul 11
Final dividend of JP¥28.00 announced Shareholders will receive a dividend of JP¥28.00. Ex-date: 27th September 2024 Payment date: 5th December 2024 Dividend yield will be 102%, which is higher than the industry average of 1.4%. Sustainability & Growth Dividend is well covered by both earnings (31% earnings payout ratio) and cash flows (20% cash payout ratio). The dividend has increased by an average of 9.0% per year over the past 10 years. However, payments have been volatile during that time. EPS is expected to grow by 60% over the next 3 years, which should provide support to the dividend and adequate earnings cover. Reported Earnings • Jun 28
Full year 2024 earnings released: EPS: JP¥124 (vs JP¥412 in FY 2023) Full year 2024 results: EPS: JP¥124 (down from JP¥412 in FY 2023). Revenue: JP¥356.3b (up 3.8% from FY 2023). Net income: JP¥14.9b (down 70% from FY 2023). Profit margin: 4.2% (down from 14% in FY 2023). Revenue is forecast to stay flat during the next 3 years compared to a 5.5% growth forecast for the Entertainment industry in Germany. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 6% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 12% per year, which means it is performing significantly worse than earnings. Tillkännagivande • Jun 23
Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. to Report Q1, 2025 Results on Aug 06, 2024 Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. announced that they will report Q1, 2025 results on Aug 06, 2024 Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • May 20
Investor sentiment deteriorates as stock falls 24% After last week's 24% share price decline to €28.40, the stock trades at a forward P/E ratio of 15x. Average forward P/E is 55x in the Entertainment industry in Germany. Total loss to shareholders of 31% over the past three years. Simply Wall St's valuation model estimates the intrinsic value at €29.33 per share. Reported Earnings • May 15
Full year 2024 earnings released: EPS: JP¥124 (vs JP¥412 in FY 2023) Full year 2024 results: EPS: JP¥124 (down from JP¥412 in FY 2023). Revenue: JP¥356.3b (up 3.8% from FY 2023). Net income: JP¥14.9b (down 70% from FY 2023). Profit margin: 4.2% (down from 14% in FY 2023). Revenue is forecast to grow 1.1% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 5.4% growth forecast for the Entertainment industry in Germany. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 6% per year whereas the company’s share price has fallen by 9% per year. Buy Or Sell Opportunity • May 07
Now 20% overvalued Over the last 90 days, the stock has fallen 5.7% to €36.80. The fair value is estimated to be €30.61, however this is not to be taken as a sell recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has been flat over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 9.6%. For the next 3 years, revenue is forecast to grow by 2.4% per annum. Earnings are also forecast to grow by 8.7% per annum over the same time period. Tillkännagivande • Mar 27
Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. to Report Fiscal Year 2024 Results on May 13, 2024 Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. announced that they will report fiscal year 2024 results on May 13, 2024 Upcoming Dividend • Mar 21
Upcoming dividend of JP¥87.00 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 28 March 2024. Payment date: 05 June 2024. Payout ratio is a comfortable 50% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 1.6%. Lower than top quartile of German dividend payers (4.9%). In line with average of industry peers (1.7%). Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Mar 19
Now 21% overvalued after recent price rise Over the last 90 days, the stock has risen 26% to €38.44. The fair value is estimated to be €31.66, however this is not to be taken as a sell recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has been flat over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 9.6%. For the next 3 years, revenue is forecast to grow by 2.1% per annum. Earnings are also forecast to grow by 8.7% per annum over the same time period. Reported Earnings • Feb 08
Third quarter 2024 earnings released: EPS: JP¥84.58 (vs JP¥57.84 in 3Q 2023) Third quarter 2024 results: EPS: JP¥84.58 (up from JP¥57.84 in 3Q 2023). Revenue: JP¥85.6b (down 7.2% from 3Q 2023). Net income: JP¥10.1b (up 47% from 3Q 2023). Profit margin: 12% (up from 7.5% in 3Q 2023). The increase in margin was driven by lower expenses. Revenue is forecast to grow 2.2% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 3.8% growth forecast for the Entertainment industry in Germany. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 10% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 11% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings. Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Feb 03
Now 20% overvalued after recent price rise Over the last 90 days, the stock has risen 13% to €36.12. The fair value is estimated to be €30.02, however this is not to be taken as a sell recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 3.4% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 19%. For the next 3 years, revenue is forecast to grow by 2.2% per annum. Earnings are also forecast to grow by 10% per annum over the same time period. Tillkännagivande • Dec 22
Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. to Report Q3, 2024 Results on Feb 05, 2024 Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. announced that they will report Q3, 2024 results on Feb 05, 2024 Tillkännagivande • Nov 08
Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. Provides Financial Guidance for the Fiscal Year Ending March 31, 2024 Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. provided financial guidance for the Fiscal year ending March 31, 2024. For the period, the company expects net sales of JPY 360,000 million, operating income of JPY 55,000 million, Profit attributable to owners of parent of JPY 38,500 million and Basic EPS of JPY 321.68. Reported Earnings • Nov 08
Second quarter 2024 earnings released: EPS: JP¥86.06 (vs JP¥176 in 2Q 2023) Second quarter 2024 results: EPS: JP¥86.06 (down from JP¥176 in 2Q 2023). Revenue: JP¥86.4b (down 2.4% from 2Q 2023). Net income: JP¥10.3b (down 51% from 2Q 2023). Profit margin: 12% (down from 24% in 2Q 2023). The decrease in margin was primarily driven by higher expenses. Revenue is forecast to grow 1.1% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 2.6% growth forecast for the Entertainment industry in Germany. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 19% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 10% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings. Tillkännagivande • Sep 27
Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. to Report Q2, 2024 Results on Nov 07, 2023 Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. announced that they will report Q2, 2024 results on Nov 07, 2023 Upcoming Dividend • Sep 21
Upcoming dividend of JP¥10.00 per share at 1.9% yield Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 28 September 2023. Payment date: 06 December 2023. Payout ratio is a comfortable 40% but the company is paying out more than the cash it is generating. Trailing yield: 1.9%. Lower than top quartile of German dividend payers (4.8%). In line with average of industry peers (1.8%). New Risk • Aug 07
New minor risk - Profit margin trend The company's profit margins are lower than last year and have reduced by more than 30%. Net profit margin: 11% Last year net profit margin: 16% This is considered a minor risk. A large drop in profit margin could indicate the company does not have strong competitive advantages or it is yet to establish itself and its core business. Even if it is a well established business, this may make it a much riskier investment than one that has a combination of proven competitive advantages and a stable or growing profit margin. This is currently the only risk that has been identified for the company. Reported Earnings • Aug 06
First quarter 2024 earnings released: EPS: JP¥52.61 (vs JP¥153 in 1Q 2023) First quarter 2024 results: EPS: JP¥52.61 (down from JP¥153 in 1Q 2023). Revenue: JP¥85.7b (up 14% from 1Q 2023). Net income: JP¥6.30b (down 66% from 1Q 2023). Profit margin: 7.4% (down from 25% in 1Q 2023). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Revenue is forecast to grow 1.2% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 2.2% growth forecast for the Entertainment industry in Germany. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 27% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 11% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings. Tillkännagivande • Jun 18
Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. to Report Q1, 2024 Results on Aug 04, 2023 Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. announced that they will report Q1, 2024 results on Aug 04, 2023 Reported Earnings • May 16
Full year 2023 earnings released: EPS: JP¥412 (vs JP¥427 in FY 2022) Full year 2023 results: EPS: JP¥412 (down from JP¥427 in FY 2022). Revenue: JP¥343.3b (down 6.0% from FY 2022). Net income: JP¥49.3b (down 3.4% from FY 2022). Profit margin: 14% (in line with FY 2022). Revenue is forecast to grow 2.7% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 4.6% growth forecast for the Entertainment industry in Germany. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 35% per year but the company’s share price has only increased by 5% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings growth. Tillkännagivande • May 14
Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd., Annual General Meeting, Jun 23, 2023 Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd., Annual General Meeting, Jun 23, 2023. Reported Earnings • Feb 05
Third quarter 2023 earnings released: EPS: JP¥57.84 (vs JP¥141 in 3Q 2022) Third quarter 2023 results: EPS: JP¥57.84 (down from JP¥141 in 3Q 2022). Revenue: JP¥92.2b (down 12% from 3Q 2022). Net income: JP¥6.92b (down 59% from 3Q 2022). Profit margin: 7.5% (down from 16% in 3Q 2022). The decrease in margin was driven by lower revenue. Revenue is forecast to grow 1.9% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 3.0% growth forecast for the Entertainment industry in Germany. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 37% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 1% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings. Tillkännagivande • Dec 21
Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. to Report Q3, 2023 Results on Feb 03, 2023 Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. announced that they will report Q3, 2023 results on Feb 03, 2023 Tillkännagivande • Dec 14
Crisis Core announces Final Fantasy VII Reunion Is Available Now Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. launched on PlayStation(R)5 (PS5(TM)) console, PlayStation(R)4 (PS4(TM)) console, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One consoles, Nintendo Switch(TM) system, and PC. Unravel the stories of Zack, Cloud, Sephiroth, Aerith, Tifa and more in this generously remastered companion to FINAL FANTASY VII. Nearly 15 years after the release of the PlayStation(R)Portable exclusive, CRISIS CORE --FINAL FANTASY VII-- REUNION brings new life to the fan-favorite story of SOLDIER operative Zack Fair with a complete HD graphics overhaul of the character models, UI and background, a newly arranged soundtrack by original composer Takeharu Ishimoto, fully voiced dialogue in English and Japanese, featuring key members of the voice acting cast of FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE, and an updated action combat system, with the option to trigger Limit Breaks and Summons, and a streamlined "Digital Mind Wave" (DMW) system. CRISIS CORE --FINAL FANTASY VII-- REUNION maintains the heart of the beloved PlayStation(R)Portable classic, while utilizing modern technology for a more appealing, immersive and engaging overall gameplay experience for new and existing fans alike. The story of CRISIS CORE --FINAL FANTASY VII-- REUNION begins seven years before the events of FINAL FANTASY VII,following Zack Fair, a young, optimistic Shinra SOLDIER operative. As Zack and SOLDIER 1(st) Class Sephiroth team up to search for a missing SOLDIER operative Genesis Rhapsodos, he uncovers the dark truths of Shinra's experiments and the monsters they create. When betrayals and secrets hit too close to home and cause him to question everything and everyone he knows, Zack must forge his own path as a hero to protect the ones he loves and defend the one thing he has left -- his SOLDIER honor. Reported Earnings • Nov 16
Second quarter 2023 earnings released: EPS: JP¥176 (vs JP¥86.50 in 2Q 2022) Second quarter 2023 results: EPS: JP¥176 (up from JP¥86.50 in 2Q 2022). Revenue: JP¥88.5b (up 10% from 2Q 2022). Net income: JP¥21.1b (up 104% from 2Q 2022). Profit margin: 24% (up from 13% in 2Q 2022). The increase in margin was primarily driven by higher revenue. Revenue is forecast to grow 2.1% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 9.4% growth forecast for the Entertainment industry in Germany. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 38% per year but the company’s share price has only increased by 4% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings growth. Reported Earnings • Nov 09
Second quarter 2023 earnings released: EPS: JP¥176 (vs JP¥86.50 in 2Q 2022) Second quarter 2023 results: EPS: JP¥176 (up from JP¥86.50 in 2Q 2022). Revenue: JP¥88.5b (up 10% from 2Q 2022). Net income: JP¥21.1b (up 104% from 2Q 2022). Profit margin: 24% (up from 13% in 2Q 2022). The increase in margin was primarily driven by higher revenue. Revenue is forecast to grow 2.1% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 12% growth forecast for the Entertainment industry in Germany. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 38% per year but the company’s share price has only increased by 4% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings growth. Upcoming Dividend • Sep 22
Upcoming dividend of JP¥10.00 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 29 September 2022. Payment date: 06 December 2022. Payout ratio is a comfortable 27% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 2.1%. Lower than top quartile of German dividend payers (5.1%). In line with average of industry peers (2.2%). Tillkännagivande • Sep 17
Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. to Report Q2, 2023 Results on Nov 07, 2022 Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. announced that they will report Q2, 2023 results on Nov 07, 2022 Reported Earnings • Aug 05
First quarter 2023 earnings released: EPS: JP¥153 (vs JP¥106 in 1Q 2022) First quarter 2023 results: EPS: JP¥153 (up from JP¥106 in 1Q 2022). Revenue: JP¥74.9b (down 16% from 1Q 2022). Net income: JP¥18.4b (up 45% from 1Q 2022). Profit margin: 25% (up from 14% in 1Q 2022). The increase in margin was driven by lower expenses. Over the next year, revenue is forecast to grow 1.4%, compared to a 131% growth forecast for the industry in Germany. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 35% per year but the company’s share price has only increased by 5% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings growth. Reported Earnings • May 19
Full year 2022 earnings released: EPS: JP¥427 (vs JP¥226 in FY 2021) Full year 2022 results: EPS: JP¥427 (up from JP¥226 in FY 2021). Revenue: JP¥365.3b (up 9.8% from FY 2021). Net income: JP¥51.0b (up 89% from FY 2021). Profit margin: 14% (up from 8.1% in FY 2021). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Over the next year, revenue is forecast to stay flat compared to a 180% growth forecast for the industry in Germany. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 30% per year but the company’s share price has only increased by 14% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings growth. Tillkännagivande • May 15
Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd., Annual General Meeting, Jun 23, 2022 Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd., Annual General Meeting, Jun 23, 2022. Tillkännagivande • Apr 07
Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. to Report Fiscal Year 2022 Results on May 13, 2022 Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. announced that they will report fiscal year 2022 results on May 13, 2022 Upcoming Dividend • Mar 23
Upcoming dividend of JP¥78.00 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 30 March 2022. Payment date: 07 June 2022. Payout ratio is a comfortable 17% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 1.6%. Lower than top quartile of German dividend payers (3.6%). In line with average of industry peers (1.7%). Reported Earnings • Feb 06
Third quarter 2022 earnings: EPS in line with analyst expectations despite revenue beat Third quarter 2022 results: EPS: JP¥141 (up from JP¥19.47 in 3Q 2021). Revenue: JP¥104.7b (up 29% from 3Q 2021). Net income: JP¥16.9b (up JP¥14.5b from 3Q 2021). Profit margin: 16% (up from 2.9% in 3Q 2021). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Revenue exceeded analyst estimates by 16%. Over the next year, revenue is forecast to grow 1.5%, compared to a 344% growth forecast for the industry in Germany. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 29% per year but the company’s share price has only increased by 18% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings growth. Reported Earnings • Nov 06
Second quarter 2022 earnings released: EPS JP¥86.50 (vs JP¥14.04 in 2Q 2021) The company reported a decent second quarter result with improved earnings and profit margins, although revenues were weaker. Second quarter 2022 results: Revenue: JP¥80.3b (down 6.3% from 2Q 2021). Net income: JP¥10.3b (up JP¥8.66b from 2Q 2021). Profit margin: 13% (up from 2.0% in 2Q 2021). The increase in margin was driven by lower expenses. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 21% per year but the company’s share price has only increased by 15% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings growth. Upcoming Dividend • Sep 22
Upcoming dividend of JP¥10.00 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 29 September 2021. Payment date: 04 December 2021. Trailing yield: 1.0%. Lower than top quartile of German dividend payers (3.2%). Lower than average of industry peers (2.8%). Tillkännagivande • Aug 14
Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. announced that it has received $0.536906 million in funding On August 13, 2021, Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. closed the transaction. The company amended the terms of the transaction and received $536,906 in the transaction. The company received $67,159 in its third tranche. The transaction included participation from a single investor. Reported Earnings • Aug 06
First quarter 2022 earnings released: EPS JP¥106 (vs JP¥120 in 1Q 2021) The company reported a soft first quarter result with weaker earnings and profit margins, although revenues improved. First quarter 2022 results: Revenue: JP¥88.6b (up 1.8% from 1Q 2021). Net income: JP¥12.7b (down 12% from 1Q 2021). Profit margin: 14% (down from 17% in 1Q 2021). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 15% per year but the company’s share price has only increased by 6% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings growth. Reported Earnings • May 15
Full year 2021 earnings released: EPS JP¥226 (vs JP¥179 in FY 2020) The company reported a solid full year result with improved earnings and revenues, although profit margins were weaker. Full year 2021 results: Revenue: JP¥332.5b (up 28% from FY 2020). Net income: JP¥26.9b (up 26% from FY 2020). Profit margin: 8.1% (down from 8.2% in FY 2020). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 10% per year but the company’s share price has only increased by 2% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings growth. Upcoming Dividend • Mar 23
Upcoming dividend of JP¥51.00 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 30 March 2021. Payment date: 04 June 2021. Trailing yield: 0.9%. Lower than top quartile of German dividend payers (3.3%). Lower than average of industry peers (1.9%). Tillkännagivande • Mar 20
Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. to Report Fiscal Year 2021 Results on May 13, 2021 Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. announced that they will report fiscal year 2021 results on May 13, 2021 Tillkännagivande • Mar 19
SQUARE ENIX And Luminous Productions Unveil 'Forspoken' SQUARE ENIX announced Forspoken™, the debut title from its newly established studio, Luminous Productions. Originally revealed as PROJECT ATHIA last year, Forspoken puts players in the shoes of Frey Holland, an ordinary young woman who must harness her magical abilities to survive in a fantastical and dangerous land called Athia. Frey takes center stage in Forspoken, exploring an unknown world and facing treacherous trials to unravel the mystery behind Athia. SQUARE ENIX also teased new Forspoken gameplay to give players a glimpse at the magical and perilous journey ahead. Designed for the PlayStation®5 console (PS5™), Forspoken will harness the full power of the console and demonstrate Luminous Productions' philosophy to provide a gaming experience like never before, fusing together the latest technology with creativity. The game is being developed simultaneously for the PS5™ and PC and is set for release in 2022. This title is not yet rated by the ESRB. Is New 90 Day High Low • Mar 05
New 90-day low: €45.40 The company is down 7.0% from its price of €48.80 on 04 December 2020. The German market is up 8.0% over the last 90 days, indicating the company underperformed over that time. It also underperformed the Entertainment industry, which is up 16% over the same period. According to the Simply Wall St valuation model, the estimated intrinsic value of the company is €45.81 per share. Is New 90 Day High Low • Feb 06
New 90-day high: €54.50 The company is up 9.0% from its price of €49.80 on 06 November 2020. The German market is up 15% over the last 90 days, indicating the company underperformed over that time. It also underperformed the Entertainment industry, which is up 26% over the same period. According to the Simply Wall St valuation model, the estimated intrinsic value of the company is €45.74 per share. Reported Earnings • Feb 05
Third quarter 2021 earnings released: EPS JP¥19.47 (vs JP¥68.94 in 3Q 2020) The company reported a soft third quarter result with weaker earnings and profit margins, although revenues improved. Third quarter 2021 results: Revenue: JP¥80.9b (up 17% from 3Q 2020). Net income: JP¥2.32b (down 72% from 3Q 2020). Profit margin: 2.9% (down from 12% in 3Q 2020). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 6% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 13% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Analyst Estimate Surprise Post Earnings • Feb 05
Revenue beats expectations Revenue exceeded analyst estimates by 7.5%. Over the next year, revenue is forecast to grow 3.0%, compared to a 3.4% growth forecast for the Entertainment industry in Germany. Tillkännagivande • Dec 26
Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. to Report Q3, 2021 Results on Feb 03, 2021 Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. announced that they will report Q3, 2021 results on Feb 03, 2021 Analyst Estimate Surprise Post Earnings • Nov 14
Revenue beats expectations Revenue exceeded analyst estimates by 4.4%. Over the next year, revenue is forecast to grow 5.5% compared to a 33% decline forecast for the Entertainment industry in Germany. Reported Earnings • Nov 14
Second quarter 2021 earnings released: EPS JP¥14.04 The company reported a soft second quarter result with weaker earnings and profit margins, although revenues were improved. Second quarter 2021 results: Revenue: JP¥85.7b (up 27% from 2Q 2020). Net income: JP¥1.68b (down 76% from 2Q 2020). Profit margin: 2.0% (down from 10% in 2Q 2020). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 1% per year whereas the company’s share price has increased by 5% per year. Is New 90 Day High Low • Nov 10
New 90-day low: €47.00 The company is down 10.0% from its price of €52.00 on 11 August 2020. The German market is down 1.0% over the last 90 days, indicating the company underperformed over that time. It also underperformed the Entertainment industry, which is up 13% over the same period. According to the Simply Wall St valuation model, the estimated intrinsic value of the company is €39.71 per share. Reported Earnings • Nov 08
Second quarter 2021 earnings released: EPS JP¥14.04 The company reported a soft second quarter result with weaker earnings and profit margins, although revenues were improved. Second quarter 2021 results: Revenue: JP¥85.7b (up 27% from 2Q 2020). Net income: JP¥1.68b (down 76% from 2Q 2020). Profit margin: 2.0% (down from 10% in 2Q 2020). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 1% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 7% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Analyst Estimate Surprise Post Earnings • Nov 08
Revenue beats expectations Revenue exceeded analyst estimates by 4.4%. Over the next year, revenue is forecast to grow 2.6% compared to a 32% decline forecast for the Entertainment industry in Germany. Tillkännagivande • Sep 03
Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. to Report Q2, 2021 Results on Nov 06, 2020 Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. announced that they will report Q2, 2021 results at 7:09 AM, GMT Standard Time on Nov 06, 2020 Tillkännagivande • Aug 15
Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. announced that it has received $0.469747 million in funding On August 14, 2020, Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. (TSE:9684) closed the transaction. The company amended the terms of the transaction and now received $469,747 in the transaction. The company received $163,081 in its second tranche. The transaction included participation from a single investor. Tillkännagivande • Jun 20
Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. to Report Q1, 2021 Results on Aug 06, 2020 Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. announced that they will report Q1, 2021 results at 7:09 AM, GMT Standard Time on Aug 06, 2020 
