Online game revenue was CNY633.7 million, an increase of 16.6% quarter-over-quarter and 54.9% year-over-year. Gross profit was CNY457.9 million, an increase of 20.6% quarter-over-quarter and 86.6% year-over-year. Operating income was CNY257.9 million, an increase of 5.6% quarter-over-quarter and 128.9% year-over- year.
Net income was CNY238.9 million, compared to adjusted net income of CNY238.4 million in the second quarter of 2007. Earnings per diluted ADS was CNY3.26, compared to adjusted earnings per diluted ADS of CNY3.28 in the second quarter of 2007.
Tianqiao Chen, chairman and CEO of Shanda, said: Our game revenues reached a record high in the third quarter due to the strong organic growth of our main titles. We have also built a strong game pipeline for 2008 to include a series of exciting new MMORPGs, casual games and expansion packs. We believe the growth of our content will allow us to continue to expand our business going forward.
