The earnings call highlights a strong financial performance with significant cash reserves and positive trends in product reviews and market reach, particularly for PAYDAY 3. However, there are challenges with the current performance of PAYDAY 3 and high direct costs impacting the bottom line. The company's focus on future investments and solid financial position provide a positive outlook.
Company Guidance
During the Q1 2024 earnings call for Starbreeze, executives Hans-Jurgen Goeldner and Mats Juhl provided an optimistic update on the company's financial and operational performance. The quarter saw net sales of SEK 56.6 million and an EBITDA of SEK 48.5 million, adjusted to SEK 28.6 million after long-term incentive program impacts. Despite a loss of SEK 21 million due to ongoing investments, the company maintained a solid cash position of SEK 387 million, with a positive cash flow of SEK 78.4 million from operations. The newly launched game Roboquest performed well, contributing SEK 17.4 million to net sales, while PAYDAY 2 and PAYDAY 3 generated SEK 10.9 million and SEK 23.3 million, respectively, with PAYDAY games accounting for 60% of total sales. Despite PAYDAY 3's initial underperformance, positive trends are emerging, bolstered by the launch of Operation Medic Bag. The company is focused on enhancing PAYDAY 3 and advancing Project Baxter, set for a 2026 release, with a development team of 150 people split between the two projects. Starbreeze is also in the final stages of appointing a new CEO, with an announcement expected soon.
Strong Financial Quarter
Net sales amounted to SEK 56.6 million, with an EBITDA of SEK 28.6 million after adjustments. Positive cash flow from operating activities was SEK 78.4 million, resulting in a healthy cash position of about SEK 387 million.
Positive Trends and Investments
Positive review trends for PAYDAY 3 and continued investment in PAYDAY and Project Baxter, expected to release in 2026. PAYDAY 2 generated SEK 10.9 million in sales, with Third-party Games, mainly Roboquest, contributing SEK 17.4 million.
Solid Financial Position
The company has a strong cash position of almost SEK 400 million with no external debt, and is fully funded for the development of Baxter.
Positive Market Trends
Game Pass and PlayStation platforms have shown better than expected player base numbers for PAYDAY 3.
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Starbreeze AB (STBEF) Earnings, Revenues Date & History
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STBEF Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
Nov 14, 2024
$0.02
$0.02
0.00%
Aug 20, 2024
$0.02
$0.02
0.00%
May 14, 2024
$0.01
$0.01
0.00%
Feb 15, 2024
$0.04
$0.04
0.00%
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FAQ
When does Starbreeze AB (STBEF) report earnings?
Starbreeze AB (STBEF) is schdueled to report earning on Feb 18, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is Starbreeze AB (STBEF) earnings time?
Starbreeze AB (STBEF) earnings time is at Feb 18, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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