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News: Nintendo hikes Switch forecast with new hardware launch
Nintendo anticipates launching a successor to the Switch console following strong financial performance and market expectations.
Headline
Nintendo anticipates launching a successor to the Switch console following strong financial performance and market expectations.
Context
In the backdrop of a general rise in the Japanese stock market, Nintendo ‘s stock has surged by about 14% this year. Investors are banking on the gaming company’s soon-to-be-released new console, touted as the successor to the seven-year-old Switch . Nintendo estimates that its flagship console Switch will sell 15.5 million units in the current fiscal year, up from the previous estimate of 15 million; meanwhile, it has also raised its revenue, operating profit, and net income expectations for the fiscal year. On the same day, Nintendo announced its revenue and profits for the third quarter ending December, both exceeding market expectations. The quarter’s revenue reached ¥598.6 billion (approximately $40 billion), surpassing the expected ¥568.7 billion; while the net profit was ¥136.7 billion, also higher than the anticipated ¥130.3 billion.
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Analysis
Also read: News: Microsoft weighs launching Indiana Jones on the PS5 Also read: PS5 hits 50 million sales, overcoming supply chain issues Thanks to the success of the movie “ Super Mario Bros .” released last year and the flagship game “The Legend of Zelda,” this Japanese gaming giant has maintained its growth momentum recently. The movie and games have increased interest in the Switch and also boosted sales of this ageing game console. Currently, Nintendo investors and fans are concerned about when Nintendo will launch the “successor” to the Switch console. The company has remained silent on the release of its next-generation console, but analysts have previously speculated that a new Nintendo Switch is expected to be launched this year. In January of this year, market research firm Omdia predicted that the new 8-inch Switch device will be released in 2024, a statement that has further strengthened some market expectations.
Key Points
- Nintendo’s stock has risen by 14% amid expectations of a new console to succeed the seven-year-old Switch.
- The company raised its fiscal year sales estimate for the Switch, with revenue and profits for the third quarter surpassing market expectations.
- Despite pressure from competitors like Sony’s PlayStation 5 and Xbox, Nintendo is anticipated to release a successor to the Switch to maintain its competitive edge.
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