PRESS RELEASE: NACON: 4.5% INCREASE IN SALES FOR THE SECOND QUARTER 2025-26 AT €46.8 M - ENGLISH VERSION

Core Insights - NACON reported a 4.5% increase in sales for the second quarter of the 2025-26 fiscal year, reaching €46.8 million, confirming the group's annual targets [1][4]. Sales Performance - The first half of the 2025-26 financial year saw consolidated sales of €78.1 million, a 1.4% increase compared to €77.0 million in the same period of the previous year [3]. - The second quarter's gaming sales grew by €8.8 million, or 31.7%, totaling €36.7 million, driven by strong growth in both "Catalogue" and "Back Catalogue" activities [4][5]. - "Catalogue" sales surged by 52.5% to €22.8 million, despite a high comparative base from the previous year [4]. - "Back Catalogue" sales increased by 7.8% to €14.0 million, indicating the strength of the existing portfolio [5]. Segment Analysis - The "Accessories" segment experienced a significant decline of 42.7%, with sales dropping to €9.0 million, primarily due to a 66% decrease in the American market linked to increased customs duties [7]. - Over the half-year, the "Accessories" segment is expected to remain impacted by uncertainties in the American market, although signs of recovery are emerging [9]. Future Outlook - The company confirmed its targets for the 2025-26 fiscal year, with the second half expected to be driven by nearly a dozen new title releases, including Dragonkin: The Banished TM and Cricket 26 TM [8]. - NACON is optimistic about maintaining strong growth due to its solid positions in complementary business areas and a busy release schedule [10].