Nintendo Raises Switch 2 Sales and Earnings Forecasts Amid Strong Demand
Nov 4, 2025
Nintendo has increased its sales forecast for the Switch 2 console, expecting to sell 19 million units in the fiscal year ending March 2026. This is an increase from the previous estimate of 15 million units, as the company sees strong demand for its new product launched in June.
The Japanese gaming giant also raised its annual operating profit target by 16% to 370 billion yen (about $2.45 billion). Nintendo now expects its fiscal-year revenue to rise 93% and net profit to grow 25.5%.
These updates come as the Switch 2 sold more than 10 million units, boosting the company’s confidence as it heads into the important holiday season.
What is the Switch 2?
The Switch 2 is Nintendo's latest gaming console, which can be used both at home and on the go. It was launched in June.
Why did Nintendo raise its forecasts?
Nintendo raised its forecasts because sales of the Switch 2 have been higher than expected, with over 10 million units sold so far.
What does this mean for Nintendo?
Higher sales and profit forecasts suggest that Nintendo is doing well and expects strong business performance in the coming year.
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Nintendo Raises Earnings Guidance, Switch 2 Sales Forecast
WSJ
WSJ
The Japanese company now forecasts fiscal-year revenue to increase 93% and net profit to climb 25.5%.
Nintendo hikes operating forecast by 16%
Reuters
Reuters
Nintendo on Tuesday hiked its operating profit forecast by 16% to 370 billion yen ($2.45 billion) for the financial year ending March 2026.
Nintendo hikes Switch 2 sales forecast to 19 million units as flagship console m...
CNBC
CNBC
Nintendo is riding a wave of momentum after launching its latest console called the Switch 2 in June. In this article 7974.T-JP
Nintendo powers up Switch 2 forecast ahead of crucial holiday season
Proactive Investors
Proactive Investors
Nintendo is betting big on its new console, raising its sales forecast for the Switch 2 to 19 million units for the year ending March 2026, up from 15 million previously, as excitement builds ahead of the holiday rush. The Kyoto-based company also lifted its annual operating profit target by 16% to...
Nintendo raises Switch 2 forecast as sales surge past 10 million units
Invezz
Invezz
Nintendo has revised its expectations for the Switch 2, projecting sales of 19 million units for the fiscal year ending March 2026, up from the earlier forecast of 15 million. The Japanese gaming company's confidence stems from stronger-than-expected demand for its latest console, which sold 10.
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Forbes
Nintendo surprised some consumers by unveiling a $450 price tag for the Switch 2 in April, a 50% increase over what the original Switch cost at launch. Nintendo announced the Switch 2 on April 2—the same day Trump declared to be “Liberation Day,” when he unveiled a slate of tariffs on nearly every c...
Why Nintendo Stock Is Surging Today
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