Nexon (3659) posts record FY2025 revenue, shares advance 3.2%
Nexon Co., Ltd. shares rose on Thursday after the Japanese video game developer reported its fiscal year 2025 results. The stock advanced 3.2% to trade at ¥2,680, up from its previous close of ¥2,597.
The company posted record revenue of ¥475.1 billion for the period, marking a 6.5% increase from the prior year. This performance was attributed to the revitalisation of key titles and contributions from new game releases.
Market participants responded positively to Nexon's first-quarter revenue guidance, which projects an increase of 32.1% to 44.0%. This provides further momentum for the large Japanese firm, which has been recovering since a 10.63% decline after its share buyback programme concluded on January 30.
Why Nexon's Forward Guidance Is Driving Its Shares Higher
Nexon Co., Ltd. is a Japanese company that develops and operates online video games. Their core business model revolves around offering free-to-play titles, attracting a global player base. They generate revenue when these players purchase virtual items, cosmetic enhancements, or additional in-game content, effectively turning user engagement into consistent sales.
The primary reason for today's share price movement is Nexon's recent revenue forecast for the upcoming first quarter, which has substantially surpassed what analysts and the market were expecting. The company projects a significant year-on-year sales revenue increase of between 32.1% and 44.0% for this period. This follows a robust performance in the fiscal year 2025, where Nexon achieved record sales revenue of ¥475.1 billion, marking a 6.5% rise from the previous year, suggesting a strong acceleration in growth.
This unexpectedly strong outlook has spurred investor confidence, leading to increased buying activity. As a result, Nexon's shares are currently trading up 3.2% today at ¥2,680, a notable increase from yesterday's closing price of ¥2,597.
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Nexon Co., Ltd.
NEXON Co., Ltd. (3659) is a technology firm specialising in electronic gaming and multimedia. Established in 1994, it develops, produces, and services a diverse portfolio of PC online and mobile games, including popular titles such as MapleStory, Dungeon & Fighter, and EA SPORTS FIFA ONLINE 4. Operating across five key segments , Japan, Korea, China, North America, and Others , NEXON's extensive reach spans 190 countries, offering approximately 60 online games. The company, which was formerly known as NEXON Japan Co., Ltd. before its name change in April 2009, is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.