Creative Technology’s Financial Rollercoaster

In this episode, we delve into the financial performance of Creative Technology LTD during the first half of 2025.

• Sales increased compared to the same period last year, driven mainly by new speaker products.
• The gross profit margin decreased due to a higher proportion of retail sales and competitive pricing.

Balance Sheet Highlights:

• Discussion of the decrease in cash and cash equivalents.
• Examination of changes in trade receivables, inventories and trade payables.
• The increase in financial assets at FVOCI is analysed.

Future Outlook:

• An overview of the challenges and uncertainties in the global market, including import tariffs.
• Expectations for the second half of FY2025, including increased revenue, improved operating results, and a lower operating loss.