SoftBank Group announced a net profit of 421.8 billion yen (approximately $2.87 billion) for the April-June quarter of 2025. This marks a significant turnaround from a net loss of 174.3 billion yen in the same period last year. Analysts had predicted an average profit of 127.6 billion yen.
The company’s investment arm, Vision Fund, generated an investment income of 726.8 billion yen (about $4.94 billion) during the same period.
Consistent Profit and Major Investments in AI
SoftBank has reported net profits for two consecutive quarters. The company, which announced its first annual profit in four years, attributes this success to its telecommunications businesses and high-value stakes in startups.
Currently, SoftBank is making substantial investments in artificial intelligence. It is leading a $40 billion funding round for OpenAI, the maker of ChatGPT, and plans to contribute $22.5 billion by the end of the year.
Additionally, SoftBank is financing the $500 billion “Stargate” project in the U.S., aimed at building new data centers. This initiative is part of the company’s strategy to strengthen its position as a leading player in the technology sector. Future revenues from this project have not yet been disclosed.
Financing and Asset Sales
To support its investments, SoftBank may utilize additional financial instruments such as bank loans and debt issuance. In July, the company raised $4.8 billion by selling a portion of its stake in T-Mobile.
