Summary
Electronic Arts (EA) reported strong revenue growth in the fiscal year ending March 31, 2022, with total net revenue increasing by 24% year-over-year to $6.991 billion. This growth was primarily driven by its Live Services segment, which includes extra content and subscriptions, accounting for a significant portion (71%) of total net revenue. The company also saw substantial growth in its mobile division, boosted by acquisitions like Glu Mobile and Playdemic, indicating a strategic focus on this expanding market. EA continues to leverage its strong portfolio of owned and licensed intellectual properties, with franchises like FIFA and Apex Legends being key revenue drivers. The company is actively investing in innovation and expanding its reach across various platforms and business models, including free-to-play and subscription services. While the company reported an increase in operating expenses, largely due to strategic investments and acquisitions, it also managed to grow operating income. However, net income and diluted earnings per share saw a slight decrease year-over-year, influenced by increased operating expenses and changes in tax rates. Looking ahead, EA is focused on creating socially-connected ecosystems, investing in creation tools for its community, and expanding its content and distribution channels. The company's robust live services model, combined with strategic acquisitions and a focus on player engagement, positions it to capitalize on evolving trends in the digital interactive entertainment market.
Financial Highlights
50 data points| Revenue | $6.99B |
| Cost of Revenue | $1.86B |
| Gross Profit | $5.13B |
| Operating Expenses | $4.00B |
| Operating Income | $1.13B |
| Interest Expense | $58.00M |
| Net Income | $789.00M |
| EPS (Basic) | $2.78 |
| EPS (Diluted) | $2.76 |
| Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 284.00M |
| Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 286.00M |
Key Highlights
- 1Total net revenue grew 24% year-over-year to $6.991 billion, primarily driven by live services and mobile segment growth.
- 2Live Services and other net revenue increased 24% to $4.998 billion, representing 71% of total net revenue.
- 3Acquisitions of Glu Mobile and Playdemic significantly strengthened EA's mobile gaming portfolio.
- 4Net bookings, a key performance indicator, increased 21% to $7.515 billion, driven by strong performance in FIFA, Apex Legends, and Madden NFL 22.
- 5The company repurchased approximately $1.3 billion of its common stock during the fiscal year, reflecting a commitment to returning capital to shareholders.
- 6Digital full game downloads increased by 40% in net revenue, highlighting the shift towards digital distribution in the gaming industry.
- 7EA is strategically rebranding its global football franchise to 'EA SPORTS FC' starting in fiscal year 2024, aiming to create a larger global football club.