Dec 31, 2023
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Sony Q3 2023 Earnings Report

Sony reported strong revenue growth and solid profitability in Q3 FY2023, driven by Financial Services, Music, Pictures, and Imaging & Sensing Solutions segments.

Key Takeaways

Sony posted ¥3.75 trillion in revenue and ¥363.9 billion in net income in Q3 FY2023. Financial Services and content-related businesses like Music and Pictures led the gains. Despite a drop in G&NS operating income, other segments delivered strong performance.

Q3 revenue reached ¥3.75 trillion, a 22% increase YoY

Net income rose 13% YoY to ¥363.9 billion

Strong growth in Financial Services, Music, and Pictures segments

G&NS operating income declined 26% despite higher revenue

Total Revenue
¥3.75T
Previous year: ¥3.23T
+15.9%
EPS
¥56.6
Previous year: ¥48.8
+16.0%
EPS Growth
13.56%
Previous year: 259.62%
-94.8%
Net Income Margin
9.71%
Gross Profit
¥117T
Previous year: ¥88.8T
+31.2%
Cash and Equivalents
¥2.48T
Free Cash Flow
¥697B
Total Assets
¥33.8T

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Sony Revenue by Segment

Forward Guidance

Sony expects a slight decline in full-year revenue but anticipates stable operating income. Financial Services and Music are expected to remain strong contributors.

Positive Outlook

  • Upward revision to net income forecast by ¥40B
  • Strong gains in Music and Pictures forecasted
  • Stable operating income guidance
  • Improved investment performance in Financial Services
  • Positive FX impact on export-heavy segments

Challenges Ahead

  • Lower forecasted revenue in G&NS due to weak hardware sales
  • ET&S segment impacted by declining TV unit sales
  • I&SS profit constrained by cost pressures
  • Unfavorable tax adjustments expected
  • G&NS margins under pressure from promotions

Revenue & Expenses

Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income