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Corsair Gaming to Acquire Fanatec Sim Racing Brand, Stock Up
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Corsair Gaming, Inc. (CRSR - Free Report) has entered into a definitive agreement with Endor AG to acquire the Fanatec Sim Racing brand and all associated personnel.
Situated in Landshut, Germany, Fanatec’s product portfolio includes force feedback steering wheels and wheelbases, pedals, shifters and other accessories for PlayStation, Xbox and PC-based racing simulators.
Following the announcement, CRSR stock gained 3.9% during the trading hours and 0.3% in the after-hours on Monday.
CRSR’s Prospects From the Buyout
Corsair recently announced its breakthrough product, Sim Racing chassis, showcasing its take on product innovation and customer experience leadership. The acquisition of the Fanatec brand will uniquely position it as a leading Sim Racing end-to-end product solution, given the product portfolio enhancement and market expansion.
By leveraging the significant popularity and growth of Fanatec over the past few years and its existing product lines, Corsair aims to enhance users’ customer service experience, increase sales opportunities and foster profitability. Per Endor, in 2023, Fanatec’s product sales were approximately $110 million.
CRSR plans to maintain the core business in Landshut while expanding the Fanatec brand’s position as a world-class product development center for Sim Racing products. Furthermore, the company plans to make significant investments in the brand and its products and increase global availability through its channels. Going forward, all present and future Fanatec customers will benefit from Corsair’s top-tier support, including warranty and software updates.
New Product Offerings Bode Well for CRSR
Corsair is sparking its growth momentum and expanding market share through new product launches. Its consistent strategic investments in product innovations and related launch requirements have resulted in impressive growth synergies.
In the trailing nine months, the company has increased its footprint and market reach through new product launches. One of its significant new launches is the K65 wireless keyboard, which immediately garnered a positive response from the United States market. CRSR also launched teleprompters, PC controllers and mobile controllers under its gamer and creator peripheral segment. The company aims to continue expanding its product range and market reach through organic and inorganic moves, thereby fostering growth and profitability. It also expects to maintain a healthy balance sheet with sufficient cash to fund these strategic developments.
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Shares of this computer peripherals and hardware company have lost 40.7% in the past three months against the Zacks Gaming industry’s 0.1% growth. Although CRSR’s shares have underperformed its industry, consistent product innovations and new launches are likely to aid it in gaining growth momentum in the upcoming period.
CRSR’s Zacks Rank & Key Picks
Corsair currently carries a Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell).
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Corsair Gaming to Acquire Fanatec Sim Racing Brand, Stock Up
Corsair Gaming, Inc. (CRSR - Free Report) has entered into a definitive agreement with Endor AG to acquire the Fanatec Sim Racing brand and all associated personnel.
Situated in Landshut, Germany, Fanatec’s product portfolio includes force feedback steering wheels and wheelbases, pedals, shifters and other accessories for PlayStation, Xbox and PC-based racing simulators.
Following the announcement, CRSR stock gained 3.9% during the trading hours and 0.3% in the after-hours on Monday.
CRSR’s Prospects From the Buyout
Corsair recently announced its breakthrough product, Sim Racing chassis, showcasing its take on product innovation and customer experience leadership. The acquisition of the Fanatec brand will uniquely position it as a leading Sim Racing end-to-end product solution, given the product portfolio enhancement and market expansion.
By leveraging the significant popularity and growth of Fanatec over the past few years and its existing product lines, Corsair aims to enhance users’ customer service experience, increase sales opportunities and foster profitability. Per Endor, in 2023, Fanatec’s product sales were approximately $110 million.
CRSR plans to maintain the core business in Landshut while expanding the Fanatec brand’s position as a world-class product development center for Sim Racing products. Furthermore, the company plans to make significant investments in the brand and its products and increase global availability through its channels. Going forward, all present and future Fanatec customers will benefit from Corsair’s top-tier support, including warranty and software updates.
New Product Offerings Bode Well for CRSR
Corsair is sparking its growth momentum and expanding market share through new product launches. Its consistent strategic investments in product innovations and related launch requirements have resulted in impressive growth synergies.
In the trailing nine months, the company has increased its footprint and market reach through new product launches. One of its significant new launches is the K65 wireless keyboard, which immediately garnered a positive response from the United States market. CRSR also launched teleprompters, PC controllers and mobile controllers under its gamer and creator peripheral segment. The company aims to continue expanding its product range and market reach through organic and inorganic moves, thereby fostering growth and profitability. It also expects to maintain a healthy balance sheet with sufficient cash to fund these strategic developments.
Image Source: Zacks Investment Research
Shares of this computer peripherals and hardware company have lost 40.7% in the past three months against the Zacks Gaming industry’s 0.1% growth. Although CRSR’s shares have underperformed its industry, consistent product innovations and new launches are likely to aid it in gaining growth momentum in the upcoming period.
CRSR’s Zacks Rank & Key Picks
Corsair currently carries a Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell).
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DoubleDown Interactive Co., Ltd. (DDI - Free Report) currently sports a Zacks Rank of 1. DDI has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 22.1%, on average. The stock has gained 43.5% in the past year.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for DDI’s 2024 sales and EPS indicates an increase of 12.6% and 15.8%, respectively, from the year-ago levels.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NCLH - Free Report) presently sports a Zacks Rank of 1. NCLH has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 5.7%, on average. The stock has gained 16% in the past year.
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