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Games Workshop seen as a rare asset, tipped to see more upgrades

Jefferies has lifted its price target for Games Workshop Group PLC (LSE:GAW) to 21,000p and reiterated a bullish stance after the Warhammer maker delivered another exceptional set of half-year numbers this week. The broker said the group's core business continues to power ahead, with H1 core revenue rising 15% to £310 million, surpassing the broker's forecast and outperforming strong prior-year comparatives.

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Games Workshop profit growth slows as licensing revenue falls

Games Workshop Group PLC (LSE:GAW) said it expects profits to be up at least 6.5% for the first half of its financial year, slowing from the level of growth seen last year due to a sharp fall in licensing revenue. In a trading update for the six months to 30 November, the company behind the Warhammer tabletop game said it anticipates profit before tax of at least £135 million, up from £126.8 million for last year.

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Games Workshop is an 'asset of rare quality' with long-term attractions

Games Workshop Group PLC (LSE:GAW) shares marauded 6.75% higher to 16,440p after Jefferies raised its price target, highlighting the company's long-term growth prospects despite near-term profit pressures. Analyst Andrew Wade, who hiked its price target to 18,300p from 11,850p and reiterated a 'buy' rating, said that while the release of Space Marine 2 (SM2) is expected to weigh on earnings in the 2026 financial year, he sees a reacceleration to double-digit profit growth in 2027.

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Games Workshop: Outstanding Year For The UK IP

Games Workshop delivered double-digit growth across all segments, with licensing revenue up 77%, driven by strong IP monetization and video game success. The company's capital-efficient model, high returns on capital, and robust dividend growth make it a standout long-term holding for dividend investors. Valuation remains attractive, as the market discounts achievable growth rates; licensing, especially the Amazon TV series, offers significant future upside.

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Games Workshop surges on profit beat, Amazon's Warhammer 'taster' well received

Games Workshop Group PLC (LSE:GAW) shares climbed over 5% on Tuesday after the Warhammer owner hiked dividends 40% and said "exciting times" were ahead. The group, which is in its first year as a FTSE 100 company, published annual results showing pre-tax profits up 29.5% to £262.8 million, on revenues up 19.5% on a constant currency basis to £617.5 million.

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Games Workshop hikes dividends 40% after another record year

Games Workshop Group PLC (LSE:GAW) shares neared an all-time high in early trading on Tuesday after the tabletop gaming group reported stronger annual profit growth than expected. The board also declared a dividend of 55p per share, taking total dividends declared in the year to 140p per share, up 40% on the previous year.

seekingalpha.com

Games Workshop: Veo 3 Is A Game Changer For Warhammer

Games Workshop's vast Warhammer IP, combined with Google's Veo 3 AI video tech, can unlock affordable, high-quality media content and new revenue streams. AI-powered video lowers production costs, expands Warhammer's reach, and boosts engagement, potentially driving subscriptions, licensing, and miniature sales. Strong financials and high-margin digital content give Games Workshop flexibility to experiment, with significant upside if AI-generated media gains traction.

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Games Workshop still has “a lot to look forward to” - broker

Games Workshop Group PLC (LSE:GAW) saw its price target lifted by Peel Hunt, as the broker still sees “a lot to look forward to”. The fantasy collectibles retailer on Friday, in its full year trading update, told investors it expects core revenue to grow 13% to not less than £560 million.

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Warhammer 40K maker Games Workshop expects higher annual profit

British miniature wargames maker Games Workshop on Friday said it expects core operating profit for the year ending June 2025 to be 18.3% higher than a year earlier, as it benefits from robust demand for its popular "Warhammer 40K" series.

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Games Workshop Expects Profit Growth After Licensing Income Hits Record High

Licensing revenue at the retailer and maker of Warhammer miniatures is forecast to increase to around £50 million, from £31 million.

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Games Workshop profit set to top £250m as licensing hits record

Games Workshop Group PLC (LSE:GAW) expects another strong year, with profit before tax set to come in at no less than £255 million for the 52 weeks ending 1 June 2025. The owner and licensor of the Warhammer tabletop game said core revenue should hit at least £560 million, up from £494.7 million last year, while licensing brought in a record £50 million—though the company doesn't expect to repeat that figure in the coming year.

seekingalpha.com

Games Workshop: 10x Potential Amid AI Image/Video Breakthroughs

Games Workshop has a highly engaged, fanatical fan base with substantial spending power, driving exceptionally high margins and consistent financial growth. Advances in generative AI (e.g., GPT-4o image generation) provide Games Workshop an unprecedented advantage in rapidly and inexpensively scaling content creation, significantly amplifying Warhammer's visibility. Execution risk on Amazon's adaptation could alienate core fans if mishandled, and generative AI creates potential copyright and brand dilution issues from uncontrolled fan-made content.

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Games Workshop: The Legendary U.K. IP

Games Workshop's business model thrives on monetizing its Warhammer IP, with new revenue streams like royalties from IP exploitation boosting profit margins significantly. CEO Kevin Rountree's customer-focused strategy since 2015 has driven substantial growth, multiplying the stock price by 20 and profits by 10. Vertically integrated operations and diverse product channels, including retail, trade, online, and licensing, ensure high control over quality and profitability.

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Games Workshop: Set To Explode With Warhammer 40K

Warhammer's unique “grimdark” IP is emerging as a formidable cultural force, challenging traditional family-friendly franchises like Marvel and Star Wars. Games Workshop's strong financial performance, highlighted by rising revenues and licensing growth, underpins the expanding appeal of the Warhammer universe. The franchise is leveraging mainstream media potential through high-profile projects such as Amazon's upcoming Warhammer 40K live-action series, with notable involvement from Henry Cavill and enhanced by AI-driven fan content.

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Games Workshop gets broker target hike as profit upgrade boosts shares

Games Workshop Group PLC has locked in backing from Peel Hunt analysts after gracing investors with news that profit would exceed expectations for the year. Shares jumped on the back of the brief update on Wednesday, which pointed to strong trading in both its core business and from licensing.

proactiveinvestors.co.uk

Games Workshop trumpets higher profit than expected

Games Workshop Group PLC (LSE:GAW) released a short but positive trading update on Wednesday, saying trading in January and February has been ahead of expectations. The owner and licensor of the Warhammer tabletop game said trading had been strong across both its core business and licensing.

seekingalpha.com

Games Workshop: Rating Upgrade As IP Powerhouse Transformation On-Track

GWS' H1 2025 results were strong, validating my thesis of it becoming an IP powerhouse, with the Amazon deal further boosting potential. Licensing revenue grew 67.2% YoY highlighting its significant impact on GWS's profitability compared to core product sales. GWS is currently 32% undervalued making it a "Strong Buy" with immense long-term potential in IP monetization.

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Games Workshop shows well in first outing on big board, says broker

Games Workshop Group PLC (LSE:GAW) first results update since it became an FTSE 100 member received a ringing endorsement from the analysts at Peel Hunt. Interim profits at the Warhammer model figures group were 33% ahead at £126.8 million and beat expectations by almost £7 million, prompting Peel to upgrade its full-year estimate by 6%.

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Games Workshop profits soar but wary on rising costs

Games Workshop Group PLC (LSE:GAW)seemingly justified its recent promotion to the FTSE 100 as profits soared by a third in what it said was its best ever half-year performance. Interim revenues to 1 December 2024 jumped 21% to just under £300 million with licensing revenue up 150% and helping profits climb 33% to £126.8 million.

seekingalpha.com

Games Workshop: Space Marine Dominates While Amazon Powers Future Growth

Games Workshop shows strong growth with a 10.3% increase in core sales and a 25% rise in profit before taxes for H1 2025. The success of “Space Marine 2” boosted license income by 230%, enhancing brand awareness and attracting new customers. An exclusive deal with Amazon to develop Warhammer 40,000 films and series could significantly expand the brand's audience long-term.

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