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To: Dave who wrote (9866)2/25/1999 10:15:00 AM
From: Richard Spitzer  Respond to of 14266
 
I'm on-line via phone now.

gross margins and operating margins increased

achieved inventory goals. Gives self an A- on meeting goals

talking about awards earned by titles

more to follow

Rich



To: Dave who wrote (9866)2/25/1999 10:16:00 AM
From: Brian H.  Respond to of 14266
 
Thanks Dave

Brian H.



To: Dave who wrote (9866)2/25/1999 10:16:00 AM
From: leisuresports  Read Replies (4) | Respond to of 14266
 
Thanks, i'll call but I only have one phone line so I won't be able to paraphrase as I listen. Hang tight Apakhbar.

s.r.



To: Dave who wrote (9866)2/25/1999 10:19:00 AM
From: leisuresports  Respond to of 14266
 
Wait, I'm on. BF is talking about how well all the games are doing.
We continue to hit our release dates, all releases shipped close to release dates.

Rugrats established as major franchise for THQ. A bunch more Rugrats titles planned should be very valuable to THQ. Long term benefits.



To: Dave who wrote (9866)2/25/1999 10:22:00 AM
From: leisuresports  Respond to of 14266
 
GAme FX stuff amazing technology.

Lot of cash generated in 1988 despite tremendous growth rate.
Opportunities for continued expansion.

For 1999:
1. Continue rapid revenue and profit growth
2. Add 1 r 2 long term brands to our properties.
3. Expand PC market at high end, mass market and OEM business.
4. Expand foreign distribution and revenues, add 1 0r 2 territories to distribution
5. Position THQ for next generation of consoles



To: Dave who wrote (9866)2/25/1999 10:23:00 AM
From: leisuresports  Respond to of 14266
 
6. Continue to aggressively manage growth, remain very profitable.

1999
Robust market place is seen.
All markets should grow at double digit rates.

Will capitalize on Gameboy market.
Dreamcast - watching closely, don't expect too much from itl

First quarter 1999 looks "extremely strong"



To: Dave who wrote (9866)2/25/1999 10:26:00 AM
From: leisuresports  Read Replies (1) | Respond to of 14266
 
1999 2nd quarter
Rugrats for Gameboy color, Nintendo
3rd quareter - Roadrash or something like that, Bass fishing
Q4- first WWF Shipment!!
Rugrats playstation sequel

Also other products.

Plan significant product launches in each quarter, best product line in our history.

"WE HAVE ARRIVED" says BF



To: Dave who wrote (9866)2/25/1999 10:27:00 AM
From: leisuresports  Respond to of 14266
 
Questions:
ED Williams: Allowance for accounts receivalbe
Answer: 18 million
Tax rate - 37-40%
Guidance on joint venture accounting