Sony Group publishes Q2 FY2026 consolidated financial results transcript
SONY•Sony Group reported second-quarter operating income up 45% to JPY 622.3 billion and net income up 44% to JPY 449.6 billion. It raised full-year operating income guidance 9% to JPY 1.87 trillion and net income guidance 10% to JPY 1.33 trillion.
1. Quarterly results
Sony CFO Lin Tao presented fiscal 2026 second-quarter results on November 5, 2026, reporting record quarterly sales and operating income. Operating income rose 45% to JPY 622.3 billion, while net income climbed 44% to JPY 449.6 billion.
2. Higher full-year guidance
Sony raised full-year operating income guidance 9% to JPY 1.87 trillion and net income guidance 10% to JPY 1.33 trillion. Gaming operating income guidance increased 6% to JPY 700 billion, reflecting stronger third-party software sales, network services revenue and lower costs.
3. Pictures outlook
Pictures operating income guidance rose 33% to JPY 200 billion, primarily driven by higher theatrical revenue, including Spider-Man: Brand New Day.
