Sega Sammy Reports 298.6% Net Income Growth

Japan’s Sega Sammy Holdings reported a net income of JPY 10.93 billion for the six months ended September 30, representing a 298.6% increase compared with the same period a year earlier.

The company generated net sales of JPY 212.58 billion (US$1.34 billion), up 5.7% year-on-year, according to a filing published on Friday.

In a separate presentation, Sega Sammy said all its business divisions performed better than anticipated. Its established gaming operations maintained stable results, while demand for pachislot and pachinko products contributed to stronger sales.

Adjusted EBITDA also increased by 54.0% to JPY 24.58 billion, supported by higher group revenue and net profit. However, the gaming division continued to operate at a loss.

Gaming Revenue Nearly Doubles Despite Operating Loss

Sega Sammy’s gaming business generated approximately JPY 16.36 billion in revenue, an increase of 91.1% compared with the previous year.

Despite the substantial revenue growth, the division posted an operating loss of JPY 3.9 billion. The company attributed both the higher sales and the increased loss to the inclusion of GAN and Stakelogic BV, businesses acquired during the financial year ended March 31, 2026.

The acquisitions influenced the segment’s year-on-year performance, contributing to the expansion in revenue while also increasing its operating loss compared with the previous reporting period.

Meanwhile, Sega Sammy described the performance of its existing gaming operations as stable, distinguishing them from the financial impact of the newly acquired businesses.

Gaming Machine Sales Grow in North America and Asia

Sega Sammy recorded 784 gaming machine unit sales across North America and Asia between January 1 and September 30. This represented a 23.9% increase from the 633 units sold during the corresponding period of the previous financial year.

The company attributed the performance of its established machine business to continued strength in key product series, including Railroad Riches and Super Burst.

Both titles contributed to sales growth during the reporting period. The company also added Bonanza Bros. Golden Heist to its gaming machine portfolio following its September launch.

The reported machine sales figures cover North America and Asia, while the overall gaming division results also include the contributions of GAN and Stakelogic.

Sega Sammy's Broader Business Portfolio

Sega Sammy Holdings is the parent company of gaming equipment developer Sega Sammy Creation Inc. The group also holds an investment in South Korea’s Paradise City casino resort.

Its wider operations include the production of pachinko and pachislot machines for Japan, alongside home entertainment products.

According to the company, performance across all business divisions exceeded expectations during the first half of the financial year. Strong pachislot and pachinko sales and steady results from established gaming operations contributed to the overall performance.

These developments supported the increase in consolidated revenue, net income and adjusted EBITDA over the six-month period.

Full-Year Revenue Forecast Set at JPY 510 Billion

For the financial year ending March 31, 2027, Sega Sammy expects full-year sales to reach JPY 510.00 billion.

The company also forecasts annual profit of JPY 32.50 billion.

The projections cover the full 12-month financial year, following the first-half results of JPY 212.58 billion in net sales and JPY 10.93 billion in net income reported for the six months through September.