LIMASSOL, Cyprus, Feb. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — GDEV Inc. (Nasdaq: GDEV), an international gaming and entertainment company (“GDEV” or the “Company”), today issued a clarification in respect of its previously announced one-time, nonrecurring special cash dividend of $3.31 per share, payable on March 11, 2025, to the Company’s shareholders of record as of the close of business on March 3, 2025. According to Nasdaq, the ex-dividend date for Nasdaq trading will be March 12, 2025.
Nasdaq Rule 11140(b)(2) provides that if the value of a cash dividend is 25% or greater than the value of the subject security, the ex-dividend date will be the first business day following the payable date. According to Nasdaq, the value of the subject security is based upon the closing bid price as of the last trading date before the public announcement of the cash dividend. The closing bid price of GDEV shares as of February 20, 2025, the last trading date before the Company’s public announcement of the special dividend, was $12.82.
On March 12, 2025, the ex-dividend date, Nasdaq will reset the opening trading price of GDEV’s ordinary shares to reflect the payment of the special dividend. While an investor generally needs to own the shares on the payable date to be entitled to the special dividend, investors should consult with their financial advisors as to their entitlement to the special dividend. The trading price for GDEV’s ordinary shares on the ex-dividend date is expected to be lower than the closing price on March 11, 2025, the last trading date before the ex-dividend date, to reflect the amount of the special dividend. On and after the ex-dividend date, purchasers of GDEV’s ordinary shares will have no right to receive the special dividend with respect to those newly purchased ordinary shares.
About GDEV Inc. GDEV is a gaming and entertainment holding company, focused on development and growth of its franchise portfolio across various genres and platforms. With a diverse range of subsidiaries including Nexters and Cubic Games, among others, GDEV strives to create games that will inspire and engage millions of players for years to come. Its franchises, such as Hero Wars, Island Hoppers, Pixel Gun 3D and others have accumulated over 550 million installs and $2.5 billion of bookings worldwide. For more information, please visit www.gdev.inc.
Contacts:
Investor Relations Roman Safiyulin | Chief Corporate Development Officer investor@gdev.inc
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The forward-looking statements contained in this press release are based on the Company’s current expectations and beliefs concerning future developments and their potential effects on the Company. There can be no assurance that future developments affecting the Company will be those that the Company has anticipated. Forward-looking statements involve a number of risks, uncertainties (some of which are beyond the Company’s control) or other assumptions. You should carefully consider the risks and uncertainties described in the “Risk Factors” section of the Company’s 2023 Annual Report on Form 20-F, filed by the Company on April 29, 2024, and other documents filed by the Company from time to time with the SEC. Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should any of the Company’s assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary in material respects from those projected in these forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking statements, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as may be required under applicable securities laws.
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Special dividend. On Friday, February 21, the company announced that its board of directors approved a nonrecurring special cash dividend of $3.31 per share. The sizeable cash dividend, payable on March 11 to shareholders of record on March 3, represented a yield of roughly 20% at the time of announcement. Furthermore, the cash dividend totals roughly $60 million and will be funded entirely through the company’s healthy cash position.
Delivering value. In our view, the special cash dividend is illustrative of the Board of Directors’ confidence in the company’s long-term outlook, strong financial position, and commitment to deliver value to shareholders. Notably, we believe the company will be able to pay out the sizeable dividend without compromising its strategic growth initiatives in player retention and quality of gameplay.
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LIMASSOL, Cyprus, Feb. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — GDEV Inc. (Nasdaq: GDEV), an international gaming and entertainment company (“GDEV” or the “Company”), today announced that its Board of Directors has authorized and approved a one-time, nonrecurring special cash dividend of $3.31 per share, representing a yield of approximately 20% based on the volume-weighted average price of the Company’s shares for the last 30 trading days prior to today’s announcement. The special dividend is payable on March 11, 2025, to the Company’s shareholders of record as of the close of business on March 3, 2025.
This one-time special dividend, totaling approximately $60 million, will be funded from GDEV’s accumulated profits over the past few years and represents a portion of the Company’s total cash balance of approximately $153 million1 (as of Q3 2024). The Company expects to release its audited results for the 2024 financial year around the end of the first quarter of 2025.
By distributing a portion of its retained earnings, GDEV better optimizes its capital structure, reducing excess liquidity and providing for a more lean and efficient operating model. This decision reflects the Company’s commitment to disciplined capital allocation and long-term value creation. The Board’s confidence in GDEV’s financial strength underscores its proactive approach to maintaining an optimal balance between stability and growth in the volatile environment. Importantly, this special dividend is a one-time distribution and does not establish a recurring dividend program. It is not anticipated that the GDEV’s Board of Directors will declare any further dividends in the foreseeable future.
GDEV Founder, CEO, and Chairman of the Board of Directors, Andrey Fadeev, stated: “The special dividend is the first in the Company’s history since our public listing. The decision to declare a special dividend underscores our commitment to delivering value to our shareholders while maintaining a strong financial position. Our robust balance sheet enables us to return capital to shareholders without compromising our ability to invest in the Company’s long-term growth. Following this distribution, GDEV will remain debt-free with a substantial cash balance providing financial stability and the continued development of both our existing portfolio and future initiatives.”
About GDEV Inc. GDEV is a gaming and entertainment holding company, focused on development and growth of its franchise portfolio across various genres and platforms. With a diverse range of subsidiaries including Nexters and Cubic Games, among others, GDEV strives to create games that will inspire and engage millions of players for years to come. Its franchises, such as Hero Wars, Island Hoppers, Pixel Gun 3D and others have accumulated over 550 million installs and $2.5 billion of bookings worldwide. For more information, please visit www.gdev.inc.
Contacts:
Investor Relations Roman Safiyulin | Chief Corporate Development Officer investor@gdev.inc
Certain statements in this press release may constitute “forward-looking statements” for purposes of the federal securities laws. Such statements are based on current expectations that are subject to risks and uncertainties. In addition, any statements that refer to projections, forecasts or other characterizations of future events or circumstances, including any underlying assumptions, are forward-looking statements.
The forward-looking statements contained in this press release are based on the Company’s current expectations and beliefs concerning future developments and their potential effects on the Company. There can be no assurance that future developments affecting the Company will be those that the Company has anticipated. Forward-looking statements involve a number of risks, uncertainties (some of which are beyond the Company’s control) or other assumptions. You should carefully consider the risks and uncertainties described in the “Risk Factors” section of the Company’s 2023 Annual Report on Form 20-F, filed by the Company on April 29, 2024, and other documents filed by the Company from time to time with the SEC. Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should any of the Company’s assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary in material respects from those projected in these forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking statements, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as may be required under applicable securities laws.
_______________________ 1 Including the investments into high quality liquid securities.
LIMASSOL, Cyprus, Feb. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — GDEV Inc. (NASDAQ: GDEV), an international gaming and entertainment company (“GDEV” or the “Company”), today announced the appointment of Andrey Fadeev, GDEV’s founder and CEO and a member of the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”), as Chairperson of the Board, effective immediately. This appointment represents a strategic evolution in the Company’s leadership structure, designed to strengthen the alignment between strategic oversight and operational execution. As part of this planned transition, Natasha Braginsky Mounier, an independent non-executive director and chairperson of the Board will step down from her position as Independent Chairperson and depart from the Board. Ms. Braginsky Mounier will receive a severance payment from the Company, compensating her for her services as Chairperson and director of the Board for the term beginning with the last annual general meeting of the Company’s shareholders.
The Board will maintain its independent majority, with three out of five directors continuing to serve as independent members, continuing to adhere to best practices for corporate governance and oversight of the Company’s operations. Ms. Braginsky Mounier’s membership positions on the GDEV Board’s Committees will, by resolution of the Board, be reassigned among its current independent members: Tal Shoham, who is able to read and understand fundamental financial statements in accordance with Nasdaq audit committee requirements, will take her place on the Audit Committee, while Marie Holive will join the Nomination and Compensation Committee.
“This is an exciting new chapter for GDEV as we continue to execute on our strategic vision and drive growth across our portfolio of studios,” said Andrey Fadeev, CEO, founder and newly appointed Chairperson of GDEV. “By aligning Board leadership more closely with our operational expertise, we are well-positioned to accelerate decision-making and capitalize on market opportunities while maintaining the highest standards of corporate governance.”
Mr. Fadeev continued: “On behalf of the Board of Directors and management team of GDEV, I would like to express our deep appreciation to Ms. Braginsky Mounier for her exemplary leadership and invaluable contributions during her tenure as Independent Chairperson. Under her guidance, GDEV has significantly strengthened its corporate governance framework, enhanced board effectiveness, and established robust oversight practices that will continue to benefit the Company for years to come. Ms. Braginsky Mounier’s dedication to promoting transparency and accountability has helped create a strong foundation for GDEV’s next phase of growth.”
The Company remains committed to maintaining open and transparent communication with its stakeholders, as the Board continues to prioritize long-term, sustainable growth while upholding the highest standards of corporate governance and oversight.
About GDEV GDEV is a gaming and entertainment holding company, focused on development and growth of its franchise portfolio across various genres and platforms. With a diverse range of subsidiaries including Nexters and Cubic Games, among others, GDEV strives to create games that will inspire and engage millions of players for years to come. Its franchises, such as Hero Wars, Island Hoppers, Pixel Gun 3D and others have accumulated over 550 million installs and $2.5 bln of bookings worldwide. For more information, please visit www.gdev.inc
Contacts: Investor Relations Roman Safiyulin | Chief Corporate Development Officer investor@gdev.inc
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The forward-looking statements contained in this press release are based on the Company’s current expectations and beliefs concerning future developments and their potential effects on the Company. There can be no assurance that future developments affecting the Company will be those that the Company has anticipated. Forward-looking statements involve a number of risks, uncertainties (some of which are beyond the Company’s control) or other assumptions. You should carefully consider the risks and uncertainties described in the “Risk Factors” section of the Company’s 2023 Annual Report on Form 20-F, filed by the Company on April 29, 2024, and other documents filed by the Company from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should any of the Company’s assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary in material respects from those projected in these forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking statements, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as may be required under applicable securities laws.
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NobleCon20. On December 3rd, management presented to the investment community at NobleCon20, held at Florida Atlantic University (FAU) in Boca Raton, Florida. The presentation was conducted by Alexander Karavaev, chief financial officer, and Roman Safiyulin, chief corporate development officer. The duo highlighted the company’s dynamic growth prospects and the prospective swing toward growth in bookings. A replay of the presentation can be viewed by clicking here.
Dynamic business model. The company focuses on live-service games, meaning that the games have a continuous lifespan and are updated on an ongoing basis. This allows for a stable revenue base that grows over time, unlike many gaming companies with a “lumpier” revenue profile that oscillates based on game release schedules.
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Solid Q3 results. Total company revenue was $110.7 million, which beat our $103.0 million estimate by 7.4%, and adj. EBITDA of $16.9 million, substantially exceeded our estimate of $4.9 million. The adj. EBITDA beat was largely attributed to the revenue upside and modestly lower game operating and marketing expenses. The strong operating results also beat Street estimates, with consensus adj. EBITDA of $8.5 million.
Attractive outlook. While revenue outperformed our expectations, bookings were lower than expected. Management highlighted its focus on player retention and quality of play rather than short term monetization of its user base. Given that active users were down roughly 16% from the prior year period, we view the company’s focus on player retention and improving gameplay favorably.
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Over delivered on Q3 results. Total company revenue was $110.7 million, beating our $103.0 million estimate. With costs in line with expectations, the revenue upside flowed to adj. EBITDA, which substantially exceeded our expectations, of $16.9 million versus our estimate of $4.9 million, as illustrated in Figure #1 Q3 Results. We believe that the results beat Street estimates, with consensus adj. EBITDA of $8.5 million.
Upside variance. The company is seeking ways to make efficient use of its marketing spend, particularly in areas that provide sufficient returns. Sales & Marketing expenses of $52.0 million were lower than our $53.0 million estimate in spite of better than expected revenues. We anticipate Sales & Marketing expenses to accelerate in coming quarters as the company hones in on its marketing strategy and expands into new territories.
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LIMASSOL, Cyprus, Nov. 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — GDEV Inc. (NASDAQ: GDEV), an international gaming and entertainment company (“GDEV” or the “Company”) released its unaudited financial and operational results for the third quarter and first nine months ended September 30, 2024.
GDEV CEO, Andrey Fadeev noted: ”In Q3, despite industry pressure, we delivered sequential revenue growth.
We also kept executing our strategy and moved forward with the transformation of our core products. The updates are rolling across our main franchises to elevate the game experience, adding new modern features to what players already love. We are not after quick wins – it’s about innovating in a way that sets us up for lasting impact.
We are pleased to have established an at-the-market offering (“the ATM”) in September as an important step towards increasing the free float and liquidity of our stock. Under the ATM, the Company may sell up to 1,757,026 ordinary shares of the Company, held in treasury.1. We expect the ATM to be effective until we sell all the treasury shares or for 3 years from the effective date of the Registration Statement whichever is earlier.
I’m also thrilled to share that our former independent director Olga Loskutova has recently joined the management team as our new Chief Operating Officer. However, the board remains within best practices in terms of INED majority directors and one third women. As COO, Olga will be well positioned to enable us to reach our ambitious strategic goals. By staying focused, we’re building momentum for sustainable growth that will shape our future.”
Third quarter 2024 financial highlights:
Revenue of $111 million, growing 5% quarter-over-quarter, while decreased by 9% year-over-year.
Selling and marketing expenses of $52 million, grew by 22% year-over-year and by 10% quarter-on-quarter due to the execution of our strategy to scale the business.
We continue to adhere to our disciplined approach towards costs: game operation cost declined by 6% year-over-year while general and administrative expenses declined by 9% year-over-year.
Profit for the period, net of tax of $15 million in Q3 2024 decreased vs. $24 million in Q3 2023 due to scaling of selling and marketing expenses, among other factors.
Adjusted EBITDA of $16 million in line with the previous quarter.2
European share of bookings increased by 4 p.p. to 30%, driven by effective and more targeted user acquisition campaigns in the region.
Cash position of $153 million, compared to $140 million at the end of Q2 2024, providing broad opportunities for further expansion3.
Third quarter and first nine months 2024 financial performance in comparison
In the third quarter of 2024, our revenue decreased by $11 million (or 9%) year-over-year and amounted to $111 million. While bookings for the third quarter of 2024 decreased by $9 million, the decrease in revenue compared to Q3 2023 was amplified by a decrease in the recognition of deferred revenues associated with bookings recorded in periods prior to Q3 2024: in Q3 2024, $57 million of revenues resulted from the bookings recorded prior to Q3 2024 compared to $65 million of revenues booked in Q3 2023 which resulted from bookings recorded prior to Q3 2023. Revenues reported in Q3 2023, in turn, were impacted by the recognition of record high bookings generated in 2021. The decrease in revenues also reflects the increasing portion of our bookings in Q3 2024 that are required to be recognized as deferred revenue in later periods, as a greater proportion was generated from our PC platform, where players’ lifespan tends to be higher compared with other platforms.
Platform commissions decreased by $4 million (or 13%) in the third quarter of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023, driven by a 9% decrease in revenues generated from in-game purchases, and amplified by growth of revenues derived from PC platforms which are associated with lower commissions.
Game operation cost remained relatively stable at the level of $13 million both in the third quarter of 2024 and 2023.
Selling and marketing expenses in the third quarter of 2024 increased by $9 million, amounting to $52 million. The increase is due to our strategy of scaling our business together with our experiments across various channels, aimed at optimizing future marketing investments.
General and administrative expenses remained relatively stable at $7 million in Q3 2024 compared with $8 million in Q3 2023.
As a result of the factors above together with, among others, a loss resulting from a change in fair value of share warrant obligation of nil in Q3 2024 vs. $0.8 million in Q3 2023 and decrease of finance expenses in Q3 2024 vs Q3 2023 by $3.7 million, we recorded a profit for the period, net of tax, of $15 million compared with $24 million in the same period of 2023. Adjusted EBITDA in Q3 2024 amounted to $16 million, a decrease of $13 million compared with the same period in 2023.
Cash flows generated from operating activities were $12 million in the third quarter of 2024 compared with $8 million in the same period of 2023.
Third quarter 2024 operational performance
Q3 2024
Q3 2023
Change (%)
9M 2024
9M 2023
Change (%)
Bookings ($ million)
93
102
(8%)
310
316
(2%)
Bookings from in-app purchases
87
94
(8%)
288
292
(1%)
Bookings from advertising
7
8
(13%)
22
23
(8%)
Share of advertising
7.1%
7.4%
(0.3 p.p)
7.0%
7.4%
(0.4 p.p.)
MPU (thousand)
314
375
(16%)
359
383
(6%)
ABPPU ($)
92
84
10%
89
85
5%
Bookings declined to reach $93 million in the third quarter 2024 compared with $102 million in the same period of 2023. The decline is primarily due to a decline in monthly paying users by 16% in Q3 2024 vs. the same quarter last year partially offset by an increase in ABPPU.
The share of advertisement sales as a percentage of total bookings decreased in the third quarter of 2024 to reach 7.1% compared to 7.4% in the respective period of 2023. This decline was primarily driven by a global trend of declining CPM rates for advertising in 2024.
Split of bookings by platform
Q3 2024
Q3 2023
9M 2024
9M 2023
Mobile
62%
63%
60%
63%
PC
38%
37%
40%
37%
In the third quarter of 2024, the share of PC versions of our games increased by 1 p.p. compared with the same period of 2023.
Split of bookings by geography
Q3 2024
Q3 2023
9M 2024
9M 2023
US
34%
35%
34%
36%
Asia
22%
23%
22%
24%
Europe
30%
26%
30%
25%
Other
14%
16%
14%
15%
Our split of bookings by geography in the third quarter of 2024 vs. the respective period of 2023 remained broadly similar, with a certain increase in the share of Europe bookings.
Note:
Due to rounding, the numbers presented throughout this release may not precisely add up to the totals. The period-over-period percentage changes are based on the actual numbers and may therefore differ from the percentage changes if those were to be calculated based on the rounded numbers.
The figures in this release are unaudited.
Webcast details
To listen to the audio webcast with supplementary slides please follow the link. Prepared remarks are available on gdev.inc.
About GDEV
GDEV is a gaming and entertainment holding company, focused on development and growth of its franchise portfolio across various genres and platforms. With a diverse range of subsidiaries including Nexters and Cubic Games, among others, GDEV strives to create games that will inspire and engage millions of players for years to come. Its franchises, such as Hero Wars, Island Hoppers, Pixel Gun 3D and others have accumulated over 550 million installs and $2.5 bln of bookings worldwide. For more information, please visit www.gdev.inc
Contacts:
Investor Relations Roman Safiyulin | Chief Corporate Development Officer investor@gdev.inc
Certain statements in this press release may constitute “forward-looking statements” for purposes of the federal securities laws. Such statements are based on current expectations that are subject to risks and uncertainties. In addition, any statements that refer to projections, forecasts or other characterizations of future events or circumstances, including any underlying assumptions, are forward-looking statements.
The forward-looking statements contained in this press release are based on the Company’s current expectations and beliefs concerning future developments and their potential effects on the Company. There can be no assurance that future developments affecting the Company will be those that the Company has anticipated. Forward-looking statements involve a number of risks, uncertainties (some of which are beyond the Company’s control) or other assumptions. You should carefully consider the risks and uncertainties described in the “Risk Factors” section of the Company’s 2023 Annual Report on Form 20-F, filed by the Company on April 29, 2024, and other documents filed by the Company from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should any of the Company’s assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary in material respects from those projected in these forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking statements, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as may be required under applicable securities laws.
Presentation of Non-IFRS Financial Measures
In addition to the results provided in accordance with IFRS throughout this press release, the Company has provided the non-IFRS financial measure “Adjusted EBITDA” (the “Non-IFRS Financial Measure”). The Company defines Adjusted EBITDA as the profit/loss for the period, net of tax as presented in the Company’s financial statements in accordance with IFRS, adjusted to exclude (i) goodwill and investments in equity accounted associates’ impairment, (ii) loss on disposal of subsidiaries, (iii) income tax expense, (iv) other financial income, finance income and expenses other than foreign exchange gains and losses and bank charges, (v) change in fair value of share warrant obligations and other financial instruments, (vi) share of loss of equity-accounted associates, (vii) depreciation and amortization, (viii) share-based payments expense and (ix) certain non-cash or other special items that we do not consider indicative of our ongoing operating performance. The Company uses this Non-IFRS Financial Measure for business planning purposes and in measuring its performance relative to that of its competitors. The Company believes that this Non-IFRS Financial Measure is a useful financial metric to assess its operating performance from period-to-period by excluding certain items that the Company believes are not representative of its core business. This Non-IFRS Financial Measure is not intended to replace, and should not be considered superior to, the presentation of the Company’s financial results in accordance with IFRS. The use of the Non-IFRS Financial Measure terms may differ from similar measures reported by other companies and may not be comparable to other similarly titled measures.
Reconciliation of the profit for the period, net of tax to the Adjusted EBITDA
US$ million
Q3 2024
Q3 2023
9M 2024
9M 2023
Profit for the period, net of tax
15
24
28
35
Adjust for:
Income tax expense
1
2
3
3
Adjusted finance (income)/expenses5
(2)
0.9
(6)
(2)
Change in fair value of share warrant obligations and other financial instruments
—
0.8
(0.3)
(10)
Share of loss of equity-accounted associates
—
—
—
0.5
Depreciation and amortization
2
2
5
5
Share-based payments
0.7
0.7
1
2
Adjusted EBITDA
16
29
30
33
_______________________________ 1 Pursuant to the Company’s registration statement filed with the SEC on Form F-3 (Registration No. 333-282062) and related prospectus, which was filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 12, 2024. 2 For more information, see section titled “Presentation of Non-IFRS Financial Measures” in the last two pages of this report, including the reconciliation of the profit for the period, net of tax to the Adjusted EBITDA. 3 The amounts include investments in liquid high quality securities. 4 The amounts presented for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023 may be different to those previously reported for these periods earlier as starting from Q1 2024 the Company reports depreciation and amortization expenses by function as a part of game operation cost, selling and marketing expenses, and general and administrative expenses in accordance with IAS 1. 5 Adjusted finance income/expenses consist of other financial income, finance income and expenses other than foreign exchange gains and losses and bank charges, net.
November 7, 2024 – Limassol, Cyprus – GDEV Inc. (NASDAQ: GDEV), an international gaming and entertainment company (“GDEV” or the “Company”), announces that it plans to release its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024 at 8:00 a.m. (Eastern Time) on Thursday, November 14, 2024.
GDEV plans to host a conference call and webcast to discuss its results at 09:00 a.m. U.S. Eastern Time the same day. The press release, as well as supplementary slides will be available at gdev.inc.
To participate in the conference call, please use this link. To listen to the audio webcast please follow this link.
ABOUT GDEV GDEV is a gaming and entertainment holding company, focused on development and growth of its franchise portfolio across various genres and platforms. With a diverse range of subsidiaries including Nexters and Cubic Games, among others, GDEV strives to create games that will inspire and engage millions of players for years to come. Its franchises, such as Hero Wars, Island Hoppers, Pixel Gun 3D and others have accumulated over 550 million installs and $2.5 bln of bookings worldwide. For more information, please visit www.gdev.inc
CONTACTS: Investor Relations Roman Safiyulin | Chief Corporate Development Officer investor@gdev.inc
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October 30, 2024 – Limassol, Cyprus – GDEV Inc. (NASDAQ: GDEV), an international gaming and entertainment company (“GDEV” or the “Company”), announces changes to its Board of Directors and executive leadership team as part of its ongoing strategy to enhance operational efficiency and support its global growth ambitions.
Olga Loskutova, who has served as an Independent Director on GDEV’s Board since 2022, will be stepping down from her position on the Board of Directors to assume the role of Chief Operating Officer (COO) of GDEV. Olga brings with her a wealth of experience in global business and general management, positioning her to provide management, leadership, and vision to guide GDEV Inc. towards meeting both its short-term and long-term strategic goals.
Following Olga’s transition, GDEV’s Board will consist of six members, with four remaining independent directors. In addition, Olga’s seat on the Nomination and Compensation Committee, on which she previously served, has been assumed by current independent director Tal Shoham.
Anton Reinhold, the former COO of GDEV, will now fully focus on his current role as CEO of Nexters Global Ltd., GDEV’s flagship game studio. This decision will enable him to dedicate his efforts to further expanding the Hero Wars franchise and driving the development of new products within the studio.
“During 2 years as an independent board member, I’ve had the opportunity to gain invaluable insight into the company and the gaming industry as a whole,” said Olga Loskutova. “In my time on the board, I’ve come to admire what makes GDEV truly special – its values, exceptional people, and bold ambitions. I am excited to step into this role and partner with the CEO and the team to help GDEV achieve its strategic goals.”
ABOUT GDEV
GDEV is a gaming and entertainment holding company, focused on development and growth of its franchise portfolio across various genres and platforms. With a diverse range of subsidiaries including Nexters and Cubic Games, among others, GDEV strives to create games that will inspire and engage millions of players for years to come. Its franchises, such as Hero Wars, Island Hoppers, Pixel Gun 3D and others have accumulated over 550 million installs and $2.5 bln of bookings worldwide. For more information, please visit www.gdev.inc
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Roman Safiyulin | Chief Corporate Development Officer
Certain statements in this press release may constitute “forward-looking statements” for purposes of the federal securities laws. Such statements are based on current expectations that are subject to risks and uncertainties. In addition, any statements that refer to projections, forecasts or other characterizations of future events or circumstances, including any underlying assumptions, are forward-looking statements.
The forward-looking statements contained in this press release are based on the Company’s current expectations and beliefs concerning future developments and their potential effects on the Company. There can be no assurance that future developments affecting the Company will be those that the Company has anticipated. Forward-looking statements involve a number of risks, uncertainties (some of which are beyond the Company’s control) or other assumptions. You should carefully consider the risks and uncertainties described in the “Risk Factors” section of the Company’s 2023 Annual Report on Form 20-F, filed by the Company on April 29, 2024, and other documents filed by the Company from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should any of the Company’s assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary in material respects from those projected in these forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking statements, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as may be required under applicable securities laws.
Michael Kupinski, Director of Research, Equity Research Analyst, Digital, Media & Technology , Noble Capital Markets, Inc.
Patrick McCann, CFA, Research Analyst, Noble Capital Markets, Inc.
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Q3 preview. We estimate the company’s upcoming Q3 revenue and adj. EBITDA to be $103.0 million and $4.9 million, respectively. There is the prospect for an upside surprise, however, particularly for adj. EBITDA. We believe that the company’s ongoing strategy for improving operational efficiency could be reflected in this quarter. The company is expected to report Q3 results in the second week in November.
Enhancing efficiency. During the company’s Q2 earnings call, management highlighted its focus on efficiency in its user acquisition strategy. We believe the company’s efficient use of marketing spend, particularly in areas that provide sufficient returns, could indicate upside surprise potential for adj. EBITDA, not only from our estimate, but also the Street consensus which is $8.5 million.
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Q2 results. The company reported Q2 revenue of $105.8 million, which was in line with our $105.0 million estimate. Due to lower than expected Selling & Marketing Expenses and efficiency initiatives, adj. EBITDA was $16.2 million, far better than our $0.9 million estimate. Selling & Marketing expenses were roughly $11 million lower than expected, accounting for the largest portion of the sizable “beat”.
PC picking up Steam. Notably, management highlighted the launch of Pixel Gun 3D PC Edition to the Steam platform, the largest digital distribution platform for PC gaming. The launch of Pixel Gun 3D on Steam and a solid quarter for Hero Wars: Dominion Era led to PC revenue accounting for 42% of total revenue, up from 38% in the prior year period. The addition of Steam is viewed favorably given that PC players tend to spend more money and time playing than mobile users.
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Jacob Mutchler, Research Associate, Noble Capital Markets, Inc.
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Overachieves expectations. Second quarter revenues of $105.8 million was in line with our $105.0 million estimate. Due to lower than expected Selling & Marketing Expenses and efficiency initiatives, adj. EBITDA was $16.2 million, far better than our $0.9 million estimate, illustrated in Figure #1 Q2 Results. Selling & Marketing expenses were roughly $11 million lower than expected, accounting for the largest portion of the sizable “beat”.
PC picking up Steam. Notably, management highlighted the launch of Pixel Gun 3D PC Edition to the Steam platform, the largest digital distribution platform for PC gaming. The launch of Pixel Gun 3D on Steam and a solid quarter for Hero Wars: Dominion Era led to PC revenue accounting for 42% of total revenue, up from 38% in the prior year period. The addition of Steam is viewed favorably given that PC players tend to spend more money and time playing than mobile users.
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