NHN's preliminary operating profit for the second quarter of 2026 reached 57.9 billion won, a significant increase of 164% compared to the same period last year

NHN (181710) has announced its preliminary financial results for the second quarter of 2026 (April-June) through a public disclosure. The company's revenue for the second quarter reached 757.9 billion won, a 25.3% increase compared to 604.9 billion won in the same period last year, and a 12.9% increase compared to 671.4 billion won in the previous quarter (1Q26). Profitability indicators show significant improvement. Operating profit for the second quarter was 57.9 billion won, a 164.1% increase compared to 21.9 billion won in the same period last year, and a 120.6% increase compared to 26.3 billion won in the previous quarter. Pre-tax profit from continuing operations was 51.4 billion won, a 115.8% increase compared to 23.8 billion won in the same period last year, and net profit attributable to the parent company was 29.1 billion won, a 158.8% increase compared to 11.2 billion won in the same period last year. However, net profit attributable to the parent company and net profit attributable to shareholders (20 billion won) decreased by 6.6% and 15.0%, respectively, compared to the previous quarter, suggesting the influence of certain non-recurring items. The cumulative results for the first half of the year (January-June) also show substantial improvement. Cumulative revenue reached 1.4293 trillion won, an 18.6% increase compared to 1.205 trillion won in the same period last year. Cumulative operating profit was 84.2 billion won, a 69.8% increase compared to 49.6 billion won in the same period last year, and cumulative net profit attributable to the parent company was 60.2 billion won, a 447.4% increase compared to 11 billion won in the same period last year. Cumulative net profit attributable to shareholders was 43.6 billion won, a 722.1% increase compared to 5.3 billion won in the same period last year. These financial figures are based on consolidated financial statements prepared in accordance with Korean IFRS (K-IFRS), but are preliminary internal figures prior to completion of the external audit, and may differ from the final results. NHN plans to hold a conference call and internet webcast on August 11, 2026, at 9:00 AM to present the results for the second quarter of 2026.