What a $150 Billion Xbox Valuation Means for Players
If Xbox were ever sold or spun off, it could drastically change the gaming landscape, but for now, the company insists it's not for sale and is focused on a reset to improve profitability.
If Xbox were ever sold or spun off, it could drastically change the gaming landscape, but for now, the company insists it's not for sale and is focused on a reset to improve profitability.
Key points - Private equity firms reportedly valued Xbox as high as $150 billion, according to The Information. - No negotiations with Microsoft have started; firms were only exploring options. - Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has stated that Xbox is not for sale. - Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella said Xbox needs to improve its 3% profit margin. - The next Xbox console could cost up to $1,800 if not subsidized by Microsoft.
Timeline - Earlier this year: Satya Nadella comments that Xbox needs to start pulling its financial weight. - After Asha Sharma took over as Xbox CEO: A high-level presentation exploring potential scenarios like sale or spin-off was made. - Recently: Xbox XP and Xbox Labs are set up as new arms for non-gaming and web port initiatives.
FAQ
Q: Is Xbox actually for sale? A: According to Xbox CEO Asha Sharma, Xbox is not for sale. The report only says private equity firms were exploring options, not that Microsoft is selling.
Q: How much is Xbox worth? A: A report claims private equity firms valued Xbox as high as $150 billion, though no negotiations took place.
Q: Why is there talk about Xbox being sold? A: A Fortune report claimed some inside Microsoft believe Xbox is being prepped for an eventual sale or spin-off, and a presentation explored scenarios after Asha Sharma took over.
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