Sony Q3 Operating Profit Rises 22% to ¥515 Billion; Full-Year Guidance Up
Sony’s Q3 FY2025 operating profit rose 22% to ¥515 billion and net income increased 11% to ¥377.3 billion on ¥3.71 trillion revenue, powered by image sensors, digital services and music. Benchmark cut its price target to JPY4,250 from JPY5,100, while Atria Investments trimmed its stake by 10.2% to 238,292 shares.
1. Strong Q3 FY2025 Results
Sony posted Q3 FY2025 operating profit of ¥515 billion, a 22% year-on-year increase, and net income of ¥377.3 billion, up 11%, on revenue of ¥3.71 trillion. Growth in image sensors, digital services and music more than offset a decline in the Pictures division.
2. Raised Annual Guidance
Management lifted full-year forecasts to revenue of about ¥12.30 trillion and operating profit of ¥1.54 trillion, while raising net profit guidance to around ¥1.13 trillion, reflecting confidence in sustained demand across core segments.
3. Analyst and Investor Actions
Benchmark cut its Sony price target to JPY4,250 from JPY5,100 while maintaining a Buy rating, noting mixed entertainment results. Separately, Atria Investments reduced its position by 10.2%, selling 27,091 shares to hold 238,292 shares.