Sony Lifts Profit Outlook to ¥1.43 Trillion as ‘Demon Slayer’ and Image Sensors Power Q2; PS5 Shipments Hit 3.9M
November 11, 2025 Sony Group Corp. raised its full‑year operating profit forecast by 8% to ¥1.43 trillion (≈$9.3–$9.5 billion) after a stronger‑than‑expected September quarter, crediting booming anime‑driven music revenues and surging demand for smartphone image sensors. The new guidance also reflects a smaller estimated hit from U.S. tariffs. Sony+2Sony+2 Quarter at a glance (July–September, FY2025 Q2) Why the outlook went up Sony’s FY2025 (year ending March 31, 2026) guidance now calls for ¥12.0 trillion in sales and ¥1.43 trillion in operating income. Management said the upward revision stems from (1) higher profitability in Imaging & Sensing Solutions (I&SS) and Music,