Sony Group made an announcement regarding their investment strategy, particularly in relation to PlayStation acquisitions. During an earnings call, CFO Hiroki Totoki stated that moving forward, their investment activity will be more measured. This adjustment comes as PlayStation anticipates incurring expenses of 52 billion yen for the current fiscal year, primarily related to the acquisition of Bungie.
The state of PlayStation acquisitions and investments
During the presentation of Sony Group’s financial results for the fiscal year ending on March 31, 2024, Totoki highlighted the company’s intention to continue exploring opportunities for acquiring intellectual property (IP) and engaging in Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A). A total of 1.8 trillion yen has been set aside for strategic investments over the next three years, although the specific allocation for the games division was not disclosed.
Totoki emphasized, “We will continue to focus on the mid-to-long-term growth of our business through initiatives such as IP acquisitions and M&A, while also prioritizing investment efficiency and being more selective in our strategic endeavors.”
Over the years, PlayStation has made significant strategic investments, including ventures with Fortnite creator Epic Games and the renowned developer FromSoftware. The recent acquisition of Bungie marked one of Sony Interactive Entertainment’s largest purchases, but the company remains open to incorporating smaller studios into the PlayStation ecosystem.