SM ENTERTAINMENT JAPAN Co.,Ltd. [4772.T]
TOKYO, May 01 (Pulse News Wire) – SM Entertainment Japan CO.,LTD. (4772.T) reported robust operating profit of ¥235 million and revenue of ¥3.204 billion for its fiscal first quarter ending December 2025, marking a significant improvement compared to the same period last year.
The company achieved an operating margin of ¥7.3 million%, surpassing mid-term targets through concentrated large-scale concert events and synergies with peripheral businesses such as merchandise sales and digital distribution. Key highlights included the successful execution of major concerts like "SMTOWN LIVE 2025-26 in Fukuoka," which attracted over 70,000 attendees, and the debut of the group RIIZE, achieving the fastest-ever dome tour in K-pop history. These events contributed significantly to the company's strong cash flow and profitability.
In addition to concert revenues, peripheral activities such as pop-up stores and exclusive YouTube channels for artists like NCT YUTA further bolstered overall performance. The company also secured minimum guaranteed payments (MG) for simultaneous online streaming of Korean broadcasts, enhancing revenue streams. Looking ahead, SM Entertainment plans to accelerate internalization efforts and vertical integration models to ensure sustainable growth.
The company aims to reduce dependency on live performances by diversifying revenue sources through strategic investments in self-owned IPs and travel platforms.
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