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GENDA Q2 2027 earnings summary
Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.Q2 2027 earnings summary11 Sep, 2026
Executive summary
Revenue for the six months ended July 31, 2026, rose 40.1% year-over-year to ¥103,664 million, driven by M&A activity and organic growth in core businesses.
Adjusted EBITDA increased 21.1% year-over-year to ¥11,206 million, while Adjusted Net Income was nearly flat at ¥2,728 million (up 0.1%).
Net income attributable to owners of the parent was a loss of ¥322 million, impacted by one-time M&A-related expenses.
Domestic amusement and karaoke segments exceeded targets, supported by exclusive prizes, app adoption, and digital transformation initiatives.
Strategic alliances with SBI Holdings, Sanrio, and CyberAgent were announced, alongside an expansion of shareholder benefit points.
Financial highlights
Gross profit increased to ¥21,554 million from ¥17,289 million year-over-year.
Operating income declined 30.4% year-over-year to ¥2,252 million.
Ordinary income dropped 53.8% to ¥1,110 million.
Adjusted EPS for the period was ¥14.84; GAAP net income turned negative at -¥322 million due to M&A expenses.
M&A-related expenses totaled ¥0.39bn (EBITDA impact) and ¥0.5bn (net income impact) for 2Q YTD.
Outlook and guidance
Full-year revenue forecast is ¥215,000 million (up 25.8%), Adjusted EBITDA ¥30,000 million (up 31.3%), and Adjusted Net Income ¥10,600 million (up 15.7%).
Dividend forecast for FY ending January 2027 is ¥8.00 per share, double the prior year.
North America expected to drive profit growth through cost reforms, new store openings, and IP prize launches from 3Q onward.
No changes to previously announced full-year guidance.
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- Revenue soared and EBITDA rose, but net income declined; outlook remains strong.9166Q2 2025
- Revenue surged 106% YoY, with U.S. expansion and strong PMI driving growth.9166Q1 2025
- Revenue surged 38.8% on M&A and expansion, but net income fell amid rising costs.9166Q1 2026
- Record revenue and EBITDA driven by M&A and expansion, with robust growth outlook.9166Q4 2025
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Q3 202714 Dec, 2026
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GENDA Inc. is a Japanese company engaged in the entertainment and amusement industry, primarily focusing on the operation and management of amusement facilities. The company provides a variety of gaming and entertainment experiences, including arcade games, crane games, and virtual reality attractions. GENDA operates a network of gaming centers throughout Japan, catering to diverse age groups and preferences, and aims to enhance customer experience through innovative gaming technology and immersive environments. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, and its shares are listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.