Activision Blizzard reported an 87% increase in net profit for the last quarter a day early

Although the merger between Microsoft and Activision Blizzard is under threat due to the efforts of the British regulator, investors can still rejoice

As part of its report for the latest financial quarter ended March 31, Activision Blizzard reported a net profit of $740 million, up 87% compared to the same period a year earlier. The company was in such a hurry to share its joy that it released the report a day early.

Activision Blizzard’s revenue grew by 35% to $2.38 billion, and net bookings — by 26% to $1.86 billion.

Activision’s first-quarter revenue grew by 28%, Blizzard demonstrated growth of 62%, and King — by 8%.