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Corsair Gaming, Inc. (Nasdaq: CRSR) regularly issues news and press releases covering its activities as a global developer and manufacturer of high-performance products for gamers, content creators, PC enthusiasts, and sim racing drivers. The CRSR news feed highlights product launches, financial results, partnerships, executive changes, and technology demonstrations across the Corsair family of brands, including Corsair, Fanatec, Elgato, SCUF Gaming, Drop, and ORIGIN PC.
Investors and enthusiasts following Corsair news will see updates on gaming components and systems, such as new PC cases and memory products, as well as gamer and creator peripherals including keyboards, mice, headsets, controllers, and streaming gear. Recent announcements have featured the AIR 5400 triple-chamber mid-tower PC case, SCUF Valor Pro Wireless controllers for Xbox and PC, and Fanatec Podium series wheelbases and pedals for sim racing.
The news stream also includes earnings releases and outlook updates, where Corsair reports segment performance, discusses product mix and channel trends, and provides guidance ranges for net revenue, adjusted operating income, and adjusted EBITDA. These releases often include management commentary on business conditions, product traction, and operational initiatives.
Corsair’s communications further cover strategic partnerships and events, such as its multi-year, cross-brand collaboration with the Call of Duty franchise, which has led to Black Ops 7 themed controllers, peripherals, PCs, and streaming gear. The company also announces participation in investor conferences and technology exhibitions like CES, where it showcases developments in its ecosystem, including Stream Deck-based control workflows and local AI computing platforms.
By reviewing the CRSR news page, readers can track how Corsair expands its product portfolio, evolves its technology platform, and manages its multi-brand ecosystem across gaming, content creation, sim racing, and AI-focused systems.
Corsair Gaming (NASDAQ: CRSR) has announced its Q2 2024 financial results will be reported on August 1, with preliminary unaudited revenue of approximately $261 million. The company faces challenges in the high-end gaming PC market due to consumers awaiting new GPU launches, partially offset by activity in the entry-level market. This has led to lower market ASPs for some component categories.
Despite disappointing results in the Gaming Components and Systems segment, Corsair expects recovery in H2 2024 and 2025. The Gamer and Creator Peripherals segment grew by 20% year-over-year for the third consecutive quarter, driven by new products like PC controllers, custom keyboards, and teleprompters. The gaming peripherals market shows growth, with U.S. market data indicating revenue approximately 75% higher compared to pre-Covid periods and up 5% from last year.
Corsair (Nasdaq: CRSR) has announced a strategic partnership with TD SYNNEX, a major global IT distributor. This collaboration aims to enhance customer relations by delivering tailored solutions, superior customer support, and consistent communication to meet evolving needs. Matthew Droeg, Managing Director at Corsair for Business, highlighted that TD SYNNEX would help bring Corsair’s advanced products to business clients. Corsair for Business offers high-performance workstations, peripherals, and broadcasting tools, particularly suited for AI and high-computing applications. In addition, Corsair provides TAA-compliant products and market-leading Esports hardware, catering to enterprise, education, and public sector B2B IT channels. Scott Young, SVP of Product Management at TD SYNNEX, emphasized that this partnership will expand their vendor portfolio and enable customers to achieve more through technology.
CORSAIR (Nasdaq: CRSR) unveiled a new vision for the sim racing community at Computex, introducing a prototype modular sim racing cockpit. Leveraging 30 years of gaming and engineering expertise, CORSAIR aims to make sim racing more accessible globally through its extensive production and distribution channels. The versatile cockpit offers significant adjustability, transitioning from a semi-reclined to an upright position, catering to various racing styles. Built with a robust steel frame, it ensures minimal flex and maximum stability, even with high-torque wheelbases and heavy-duty pedal sets. This innovation underlines CORSAIR's commitment to quality and performance in the sim racing market. The product is set to launch later this year.
Corsair (Nasdaq: CRSR) announced the launch of Corsair Custom Lab at Computex, an innovative custom configurator for gaming gear. Corsair Custom Lab allows gamers to personalize their equipment, ranging from colorful mice to custom-designed keyboards, ensuring both aesthetic appeal and durability. This new feature enables users to craft gaming setups that are a true reflection of their personality and style. Corsair Custom Lab promises the same high-quality performance as all Corsair products, with quick order curation and shipping. This initiative aims to blend functionality with individual expression in gaming peripherals.
SCUF Gaming, under Corsair (Nasdaq: CRSR), has introduced SCUF Nomad, a Bluetooth controller for mobile gaming, designed for iPhone users. Nomad incorporates SCUF's ergonomic design and performance features, inspired by competitive gaming controllers. These features include contoured grips, full-size triggers, precise thumbsticks, and anti-drift Hall effect components. Notable innovations, like rear paddles, provide enhanced speed and control. The Nomad controller is accompanied by a free iOS app, enabling customizable profiles, game launching, and gameplay sharing. Available for pre-order from May 30, 2024, at $99.99, Nomad supports iOS 16+ and initially launches in black, with more colors expected.
Corsair Gaming (Nasdaq: CRSR), a top provider of high-performance gaming products, will be presenting at several key investor conferences.
On May 29, 2024, the company will participate in TD Cowen’s 52nd Annual Technology, Media & Telecom Conference in New York City.
This will be followed by Stifel’s 2024 Cross Sector Insight Conference on June 4, 2024, in Boston, and Baird’s 2024 Global Consumer, Technology & Services Conference on June 5, 2024, in New York City.
CFO Michael G. Potter will lead the presentations, with live webcasts and replays available via Corsair's Investor Relations website. Additionally, the management team will engage in one-on-one and small group meetings with investors during these events.
Drop and Axel Grell have collaborated to create the Drop + Grell OAE1 Signature Headphones, redefining the audio experience with innovative design. The headphones feature a driver-forward, open-around-ear design that leverages the natural geometry of the ear for improved stereo imaging and a more realistic sound field. The product, priced at $349 for pre-order, is edition with only 1,000 pieces available.
CORSAIR (CRSR) announced exclusive negotiations to acquire sim racing specialist Endor AG, owners of Fanatec brand. CORSAIR will fund Endor's cash needs, restructure its €70M debt, and ultimately acquire it. The move aims to alleviate Endor's debt burden, fuel growth, and expand product offerings.
CORSAIR (Nasdaq: CRSR) is pursuing the acquisition of Endor AG, the owner of the Fanatec brand, a renowned name in sim racing hardware. The agreement includes funding for Endor's short-term cash needs and negotiation to restructure its €70 million debt, with CORSAIR potentially acquiring Endor pending approval under German insolvency law. The acquisition aims to address Endor's debt issues, benefit Fanatec's community, employees, and partners, and position CORSAIR for growth in the simulation market.
Corsair Gaming, Inc. reported a 20% year-over-year revenue growth in the Gamer and Creator segment with a record 40% gross margin. The net revenue for the first quarter of 2024 was $337.3 million, with a net loss of $12.5 million. Adjusted net income was $9.5 million and adjusted EBITDA was $18.0 million. The company remains optimistic about new product launches, market expansion, and financial outlook for 2024.