Giant Network(SZ:002558) Hua Xia Shi Bao·2025-09-05 00:35Core Viewpoint - The gaming sector is experiencing a surge, with Giant Network's stock hitting a new high, driven by strong financial performance and the launch of new games [1][3]. Financial Performance - In the first half of the year, Giant Network achieved revenue of 1.662 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 16.47%, and a net profit of 777 million yuan, up 8.27% [3]. - The company plans to distribute a cash dividend of 1.50 yuan per 10 shares to all shareholders [1]. - The flagship game "Original Journey" has added over 20 million new users in the first half of the year, with a stable monthly revenue of 100 million yuan [3]. New Game Launches - Giant Network's new game "Supernatural Action Group" launched on January 23, 2025, has seen significant market acceptance, with a monthly revenue of approximately 49.98 million yuan in June, a 141% increase [6]. - The upcoming game "Moonlight Night CCG" will begin limited testing on September 4, 2023, featuring a 1v1 card battle mode [7]. Strategic Development - The company is focusing on developing mini-games based on existing IPs to leverage user growth and revenue expansion [4][5]. - Analysts suggest that the integration of classic IPs with new game formats can create a sustainable development foundation for the company [8].