WSJ Tech News Briefing · Friday, July 31, 2026
Sony Group has increased its annual financial forecasts following a significant rise in first-quarter net profit. Net profit for the period ending in June climbed 32% year-over-year to approximately $2.15 billion, exceeding estimates. Revenue also saw an increase of 8.2%, driven by growth in its music and image sensor businesses.
“And Sony Group raised its annual forecasts after first quarter net profit climbed faster than expected.”
“It said for the three months ended June, net profit climbed 32% from a year earlier to about $2.15 billion, beating estimates.”
“Revenue rose 8.2%.”