Dec 31, 2024
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Sony Q3 2024 Earnings Report

Sony reported strong revenue growth and profitability improvements in Q3 2024.

Key Takeaways

Sony posted solid earnings for Q3 2024, with revenue growing by 17.7% year-over-year to ¥4.41 trillion. Net income increased to ¥375.6 billion, driven by gains in the Game & Network Services and Music segments. Operating income reached ¥469.3 billion, slightly up from last year. The company maintains a strong financial position with ¥2.49 trillion in cash and cash equivalents.

Revenue grew 17.7% year-over-year to ¥4.41 trillion.

Net income rose to ¥375.6 billion from ¥367.4 billion last year.

Game & Network Services and Music segments drove revenue growth.

Sony maintains a strong liquidity position with ¥2.49 trillion in cash.

Total Revenue
¥4.54T
Previous year: ¥3.75T
+21.2%
EPS
¥61.2
Previous year: ¥56.6
+8.2%
EPS Growth
4.97%
Previous year: 13.56%
-63.3%
Net Income Margin
8.5%
Previous year: 9.71%
-12.5%
Gross Profit
¥1.08T
Previous year: ¥117T
-99.1%
Cash and Equivalents
¥2.92T
Previous year: ¥2.48T
+17.7%
Free Cash Flow
¥582B
Previous year: ¥697B
-16.6%
Total Assets
¥35.9T
Previous year: ¥33.8T
+6.5%

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Sony Revenue by Segment

Forward Guidance

Sony expects continued revenue growth driven by gaming and content segments but foresees headwinds from macroeconomic conditions.

Positive Outlook

  • Strong demand for PlayStation software and services.
  • Continued growth in music streaming revenue.
  • Expanding footprint in imaging and sensing solutions.
  • Strong cash position to support strategic investments.
  • Stable financial services performance.

Challenges Ahead

  • Macroeconomic uncertainties may impact consumer spending.
  • Declining television and audio hardware sales.
  • Potential regulatory challenges in digital content distribution.
  • Fluctuations in foreign exchange rates impacting profitability.
  • Supply chain constraints in semiconductor components.

Revenue & Expenses

Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income