Appier Reports Record Fiscal Year 2025 Results Fueled by Agentic AI Advancements
Appier Achieves Record High Revenue with Innovative Agentic AI
In a landmark announcement, Appier Group Inc. (TSE 4180) has unveiled its financial results for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025, achieving an unparalleled revenue of JPY 43.7 billion. This figure represents a remarkable 28% increase from the previous year. Furthermore, on a foreign exchange-neutral basis, revenue growth stands at an impressive 32%. This growth has been primarily attributed to the successes in E-commerce and Other Internet Services, with respective increases of 49% and 59% year-on-year, significantly bolstered by the travel sector.
Noteworthy Achievements and Profitability Metrics
Appier's growth trajectory reflects a consistent performance across all major regions, with Northeast Asia and the U.S. being standout performers, each achieving a substantial 36% increase in revenue year-on-year. The company's operating profit saw a staggering 50% rise, hitting JPY 3.0 billion, which corresponds to a 6.8% operating margin. In FX-neutral terms, this margin improves to 8.5%. Gross profit also demonstrated an upward trend, climbing 32% year-on-year to JPY 23.5 billion, showcasing the benefits of revenue scale, technology differentiation, and a favorable product mix.
The fourth quarter of FY25 marked a particularly high point, with revenue growth accelerating to 34% compared to 26% in Q3, thanks to the peak season in E-commerce. These achievements underscore Appier's strong position in AI-driven solutions and its capability to generate significant customer value.
Promising Guidance for FY26
Looking ahead, Appier projects strong growth for fiscal year 2026, estimating revenue to reach JPY 54 billion, up 24% year-on-year. This optimistic forecast stems from advancements in Agentic AI and penetration into dual-market verticals. Gross profit is anticipated to grow by 25% year-on-year, emphasizing a gross margin target of 54.5%. Operating income is expected to surge by 45%, resulting in a projection of JPY 4.3 billion in profit.
Chih-Han Yu, CEO and Co-founder of Appier, emphasized the company's focus on becoming a global leader in Agentic AI as a Service, highlighting the transition from traditional software models to autonomous, AI-driven workflows. Yu articulated, “2025 marks a defining year for Appier as we evolve into a global leader in Agentic AI as a Service. Our record profitability and consistent customer wins validate the strong momentum heading into FY26.”
The Agentic AI Advantage
The backbone of Appier’s success is its proprietary data and unique AI models tailored to various vertical and customer needs. This combination allows the company to develop specialized agents that aid organizations in transitioning to Agentic workflows, optimizing return on investment through enhanced workflow capabilities.
The company’s cutting-edge Generative AI platform extends beyond typical automation, offering self-aware reasoning and trustworthy AI attributes. These qualities not only facilitate rapid deployment but also allow for autonomous corrections, meeting the high standards required for large-scale business applications.
As Appier continues on its upward trajectory, the integration of advanced Agentic AI models positions it well to lead the next wave of enterprise AI transformation. This evolution redefines operational excellence, paving the way for significant and scalable business impacts for its clientele worldwide.
About Appier
Founded in 2012, Appier (TSE 4180) operates at the intersection of AI and business solutions, providing innovative AdTech and MarTech systems. With a vision of