AGEM Index hits record high in October led by Konami
Monthly gain of 16.4% as all index components finished October positive.
Key Takeaways
- The AGEM Index rose 16.4% in October, gaining 297.58 points to reach 2,108.59.
- On a year-over-year basis the index increased 8.9%, or 117.96 points.
- Konami Group Corp. was the largest monthly contributor with a 23.3% rise that added 150.45 points.
- Aristocrat Leisure Ltd’s share price climbed 8.2%, contributing 73.27 points to the index.
The AGEM Index rose 16,4% in October from the prior month, an increase of 297,58 points that lifted the index to 2.108,59 points and, according to a Thursday release, “marked the highest AGEM Index in tracked history”. In year‑on‑year terms, the index improved 8,9%, equivalent to 117,96 points.
October results and contributions
All nine stocks that make up the index posted price increases during the month, producing nine positive contributions and no negatives. The largest monthly driver was Japanese Konami Group Corp., whose share rose 23,3% and added 150,45 points to the index; the report attributes Konami’s advance to “exceptionally strong earnings results” published at the end of October. See the [Konami report](/news) referenced in the release.
Slot-machine specialist Australian Aristocrat Leisure Ltd recorded an 8,2% increase in its share price, adding 73,27 points to the AGEM Index.
Two of the three major U.S. equity indexes fell in October: the Nasdaq retreated 5,3% and the S&P 500 lost 0,9%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was the sole positive performer with a rise of 1,7%.
Methodology and context
AGEM prepares the monthly index in partnership with Nevada-based advisory firm Applied Analysis. The partnership represents manufacturers of electronic gaming devices, systems, lottery products and components. AGEM began compiling data in January 2005 with a base of 100 points and weights constituent stocks by approximate market capitalization. See AGEM’s methodology at [index methodology](/regulation).
"marked the highest AGEM Index in tracked history" — AGEM release
"exceptionally strong earnings results" — note on Konami
Frequently Asked Questions
What increase did the AGEM Index record in October 2026?
The AGEM Index rose 16.4% in October 2026, an increase of 297.58 points to 2,108.59 points, according to the Thursday release.
Which company was the biggest contributor to the index’s rise in October?
Konami Group Corp. was the largest contributor; its share rose 23.3% in October and added 150.45 points to the AGEM Index, driven by quarterly results published at the end of October.
How does AGEM compile the index and how long has it existed?
AGEM compiles the monthly index in partnership with Applied Analysis and began collecting data in January 2005 with a base of 100 points; constituent stocks are weighted by approximate market capitalization.
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