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IW 50 Best Manufacturing Company

Take-Two Interactive Software Inc.
New York, New York
http://www.take2games.com
Take-Two Interactive is an integrated global developer, marketer, distributor and publisher of interactive entertainment software games and accessories including; PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo GameCube and Game Boy Advance. The company develops and publishes products through its wholly owned labels Rockstar Games, 2K Games, 2K Sports and Global Star Software. Take-Two also manufactures and markets video game accessories in Europe, North America and the Asia Pacific region through its Joytech subsidiary.

With the continuing popularity of video games, the company is enjoying a healthy second quarter. Paul Eibeler, CEO stated in a June 2 press release on second-quarter fiscal results, "We were pleased with the performance of our second quarter releases, as well as the continued success of Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas. Additionally, having just returned from E3 [Electronic Entertainment Expo]] we are excited about our future. Rockstar, 2K Games, 2K Sports and Global Star showcased a diverse assortment of over 25 games across all genres, platforms and demographic appeal to much critical and consumer acclaim.

"The powerful capabilities and functionality of next-generation hardware demonstrated at E3 will enable us to further develop our content and enrich the game-playing experience. With eight titles already announced for Xbox 360 and more in development for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and the PSP, along with our pipeline of products for the large installed base of current generation hardware, we are well on our way to sustaining a leadership position as we enter the next cycle."

For further financial information visit http://ir.take2games.com/index.cfm.
Primary Industry Publishing And Printing
Executive 1 Richard Roedel,  Chmn.
Executive 2 Paul Eibeler,  CEO, Pres. Director
Revenues (US$ Millions) 1127.75
Revenue Growth (%) 9.1
Earnings Per Share (US$) 0.95
Total Equity (US$ Millions) 635.47
Profit Margin (%) 5.8
Return On Equity (%) 12.25
Debt To Equity Ratio (%) NA
Market Capitalization (US$ Millions) NA
Revenue Growth (%) 9.1
Note: Financial data appeared in IW's August 2005 issue.



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