Creative Technology Reports Smaller Full-Year Losses Despite Growing Revenue in FY2025
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Summary:
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Net sales rose 7% to US$67.4 million for FY2025, driven by new product introductions and growth across Asia Pacific (+9%), the Americas (+3%), and Europe (+10%).
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Gross profit margin declined to 28% (from 30% in FY2024) due to U.S. tariff pressures, impacting overall profitability.
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Net loss narrowed slightly to US$10.5 million (vs. US$10.8 million in FY2024); net loss for 2H FY2025 was US$4.4 million (vs. US$6.8 million in 2H FY2024).
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Losses included a US$3.1 million employee severance payment; excluding this, FY2025 net loss was US$7.4 million.
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Operating expenses and R&D costs fell, reflecting payroll reductions after restructuring; net cash used in operations was US$11.5 million for the year.
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Group maintained a healthy net asset value per share of US$0.58 at 30 June 2025, but cash and cash equivalents decreased to US$29.8 million.
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No final dividend recommended for FY2025.
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Outlook: Company expects operational efficiencies and strategic initiatives to support gradual improvement in FY2026, but remains cautious due to global macro uncertainties, U.S.-China tariff risks, and potential challenges in semiconductor supply and demand.