Company Overview - NIP Group Inc. is a leading global digital entertainment company focused on the evolution of gaming and esports, with a diversified ecosystem that includes esports teams, arenas, events, content and influencer networks, game publishing, and hospitality [4] Conference Participation - NIP Group's Co-CEO, Hicham Chahine, has been invited to speak at the "2025 Virtual Tech Conference: Discover the Innovations Reshaping Tomorrow," hosted by Maxim Group LLC on June 3, 2025 [1] - The conference will focus on how emerging growth companies are leveraging Quantum Computing and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance their future positioning [2] Industry Engagement - The conference will feature dialogues with CEOs and key executives from various technology-focused businesses, emphasizing the impact of technology on company growth [2]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint emphasizes the importance of focusing on business model construction in the esports industry, similar to traditional sports like the NBA [2] - The current industry adjustment period is seen as an opportunity for reflection and expansion of business models, leading to the creation of a comprehensive ecosystem covering various verticals in esports and gaming [2] - The decision to go public during an industry downturn was driven by the need to attract international capital and solidify the company's leading position in the global market while maintaining rapid business growth [2] Group 2 - Many commercially valuable games are not necessarily esports projects, but esports is recognized as a form of sports due to its alignment with the competitive spirit of traditional sports [3] - The gaming sector is showing positive development, exemplified by the global attention garnered by the game "Black Myth: Wukong," which successfully conveys Chinese culture [3] - The focus on AI's impact is on its application in the gaming sector rather than esports, with an emphasis on efficiency improvements in training and performance optimization for players [3]

Core Insights - The company experienced a 1.8% year-over-year increase in total net revenue for 2H24, reaching US$45.9 million, primarily driven by a 92.6% increase in event production revenue [1] - The net loss for the period widened to US$8.0 million from US$2.0 million in 2H23, while adjusted EBITDA declined to negative US$7.3 million from positive US$1.0 million in the prior year [1] - The growth in event production was supported by a higher volume of events, although the gross profit margin for this segment fell to 9.9% due to lower average margins from new large-scale music events and upfront investments in staffing and marketing [1] - For the full year 2024, total revenue reached US$85.3 million, a 1.9% increase from US$83.7 million in 2023, but below the forecast of US$92 million, primarily due to a reduction in sponsorship and advertising revenue [1] - The revenue mix shifted from IP licensing of PC and console games to mobile game league revenue sharing, leading to a downward revision of the 2025 revenue forecast from US$108 million to US$90 million [1]

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates, May 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NIP Group Inc. (“NIPG” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: NIPG), a leading digital entertainment company, today announced that it has filed its annual report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on May 12, 2025. The annual report, which contains the Company’s audited consolidated financial statements, can be accessed on the Company's investor relations website at ir.nipgroup. ...

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 20-F (Mark One) ☐ REGISTRATION STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(b) OR (g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 OR ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024. OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 OR ☐ SHELL COMPANY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1 ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total net revenues increased by 1.8% year over year to $45.9 million in the second half of 2024, driven by a 92.6% year over year increase in events production revenue [7][30] - Full year total revenue reached $85.3 million, an increase of 1.9% over 2023, with event production revenue surging 147.5% to $23.3 million [31][32] - GAAP net loss widened to $8 million in the second half compared to a net loss of $2 million in the prior year period, while full year net loss narrowed slightly to $12.7 million from $13.3 million [31][32] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Events production revenue nearly doubled year over year to $14.6 million in the second half, contributing significantly to overall revenue growth [30][31] - Esports team operations revenue declined by 49.7% year over year to $5.9 million, reflecting softer advisor spending and sponsorships [30] - Talent management services revenue was broadly stable at $25.4 million, down 1.3% year over year [30] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Western esports operations showed early signs of recovery, while performance in China was slightly softer [10][11] - The company is seeing increasing momentum across its commercial pipeline, particularly in the West with new sponsorships [12] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is transitioning from a pure esports organization to a comprehensive gaming-centric digital entertainment company, focusing on building an integrated ecosystem [6][10] - The consolidation of global headquarters in Abu Dhabi aims to streamline operations and enhance resource alignment [7][19] - The company is exploring broader opportunities, including leveraging AI and pursuing targeted M&A to accelerate growth [26] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged the challenges faced in 2024 but expressed confidence in the company's adaptability and strategic direction [5][9] - The company expects to benefit from new funding support and initiatives from the Abu Dhabi Investment Office and other partners in 2025 [9][20] - Management highlighted the importance of the Esports World Cup partnership, which is expected to unlock additional revenue growth opportunities [52] Other Important Information - The company is preparing to open its first S-tier integrated gaming entertainment complex in Chengdu by the end of the third quarter [17][18] - A significant partnership with the Guangxi government is expected to provide up to RMB50 million in strategic support for developing a digital sports industry park [15][16] Q&A Session Summary Question: What were the primary drivers of the 93% year over year growth in event production revenue in the second half? - The growth was primarily driven by hosting a higher number of events and securing finals of significant titles from Tencent, solidifying the company's status in the events production space [36][37] Question: Can you elaborate on your music festival pipeline and its expected growth in 2025? - The company expects to host another 10 music festivals in 2025, with a focus on self-funding to improve margins [40][41] Question: Can you provide insights on the health of esports team revenue in 2025? - The revenue dip in 2024 was a deliberate decision to restructure teams, but early signs in 2025 indicate a return to tier one events, which will positively impact revenue [46][50] Question: What are the benefits of joining the Esports World Cup Foundation Hub Partner Program? - Benefits include access to a $70 million revenue pool, increased global exposure, and the ability to consolidate teams for better monetization [54][55] Question: What is the execution timeline for the Abu Dhabi HQ build-out and its P&L impact? - The execution is well underway, with $40 million in financial incentives over four years, significantly lowering operational costs [60][61] Question: What KPIs will be monitored for the Chengdu S-tier complex, and how replicable is this model? - KPIs will include occupancy rates, and the model is expected to be highly replicable in other cities due to strong partnerships [63][64]

NIP Group (NIPG) Q4 2024 Earnings Call April 30, 2025 07:00 AM ET Company Participants Zhiyong Li - CFOMario Yau Kwan Ho - Co-Founder, Chairman & Co-CEOHicham Chahine - Co-Founder, Co-CEO & Director Conference Call Participants Yuecong (Marco) Zhang - Senior Research AnalystNone - AnalystBo Pei - Senior Equity Research Analyst Operator Good morning and good evening, ladies and gentlemen. Thank you for standing by, and welcome to NIB Group's Earnings Conference Call. At this time, all participants are in a l ...

NIP Group (NIPG) Q4 2024 Earnings Call April 30, 2025 07:00 AM ET Speaker0 Good morning and good evening, ladies and gentlemen. Thank you for standing by, and welcome to NIB Group's Earnings Conference Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen only mode. We will be hosting a question and answer session after management's prepared remarks. Please note that today's event is being recorded. I'll now turn the conference over to the first speaker today, Mr. Ben Li, CFO of the company. Please go ahead, ...

Event Production Net Revenues Up 92.6% YoY to US$14.6M in the Second Half of 2024Integrated Digital Entertainment Ecosystem Sets the Stage for Revenue Diversification and Growth ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates, April 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NIP Group Inc. (“NIPG” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: NIPG), a leading digital entertainment company, today announced its unaudited financial results for the second half and full year of 2024. Second Half of 2024 Financial and Operational Highlights Total net revenues f ...

Core Viewpoint - NIP Group Inc. plans to report its unaudited financial results for the six months and full year ended December 31, 2024, on April 30, 2025, before the U.S. market opens [1] Financial Results Announcement - The management team will hold a conference call on April 30, 2025, at 7:00 A.M. U.S. Eastern Time to discuss the financial results [2] - Participants must register online to receive dial-in numbers and a unique access PIN for the conference call [2] Webcast Availability - A live and archived webcast of the conference call will be available on the Company's investor relations website [3] Company Overview - NIP Group Inc. is a global digital entertainment company focused on gaming and esports, with a diversified ecosystem that includes esports teams, arenas, events, content, influencer networks, game publishing, and hospitality [4] - The company operates across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and the Americas, collaborating with leading gaming companies to enhance interactive entertainment [4]