Impact of the spread of Sony's infection
Regarding the impact of the spread of the new coronavirus, Sony announced that it is expected to have the effect of overcoming the upward revision of its sales of 100 billion yen last month.
Sony announced on July 27 the impact on the business of the new coronavirus that is currently known.
This has affected the production of a wide range of products, including the suspension of production at two factories in Malaysia, such as TV, until next month, and movie theaters have been shut down and people have been moved around the world. Is limited, which is affecting the movie business.
Last month, Sony revised its one-year outlook for the current year upwards, announcing that sales are expected to increase by 100 billion yen to 8.5 trillion yen and net profit to increase by 50 billion yen to 590 billion yen. Was.
However, a statement on the 27th suggests that the effect of the scale of canceling the upward revision is expected while continuing to scrutinize.
Also, we are planning to announce the business results for the current year on the 30th of next month, but there is a possibility that we may not be able to announce as scheduled due to a delay in the settlement procedure.