Tokyo | November 11, 2025 — Japanese tech and entertainment giant Sony Group Corp has raised its full-year profit forecast by 8% to ¥1.43 trillion (about $9.48 billion), citing robust performance in its gaming, film, and semiconductor divisions.
The upbeat revision underscores Sony’s resilience against global tariff pressures and highlights its growing dominance across entertainment and technology sectors despite a volatile global economy.
“Our diversified business model—spanning PlayStation, music, films, and chips—continues to offset external challenges,” said Hiroki Totoki, Sony’s President and COO, in a post-earnings statement.
Strong Growth Drivers
The company’s flagship PlayStation 5 sales surged during the festive season, while blockbuster film releases from Sony Pictures Entertainment and strong demand for image sensors in smartphones contributed significantly to revenue growth.
Sony’s semiconductor unit, which supplies image sensors to Apple and other smartphone makers, also reported steady recovery in shipments. The company credited its strategic manufacturing realignments for helping navigate recent US tariff barriers.
Entertainment Boom Powers Confidence
Sony’s entertainment divisions—covering music, films, and gaming content—accounted for nearly half of total profit, reflecting the company’s transition from hardware-driven growth to content-led expansion.
Analysts say Sony’s strong IP portfolio, including Spider-Man, God of War, and global music assets, will continue to fuel momentum through FY2026.
“Sony is emerging as one of the most globally balanced entertainment conglomerates. Its content pipeline and chip leadership give it an edge over Western peers,” said an analyst at Nomura Securities.
Outlook for FY2026
Sony now expects consolidated sales of ¥12.1 trillion, up from its earlier forecast of ¥11.6 trillion, supported by rebounding consumer demand and easing supply chain pressures.
The company reaffirmed its commitment to AI-driven media production and next-generation gaming innovations, which are expected to enhance profitability in upcoming quarters.
