DouYu International Holdings Limited Reports Third Quarter 2025 Unaudited Financial Results
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DouYu (Nasdaq: DOYU) reported Q3 2025 unaudited results for the quarter ended September 30, 2025. Total net revenues were RMB899.1 million (US$126.3M), down from RMB1,063.1 million year‑over‑year. Gross profit rose 90.9% to RMB116.1 million (US$16.3M) and gross margin improved to 12.9% from 5.7%.
Q3 results included income from operations of RMB11.9 million (vs. a loss of RMB94.2M a year earlier) and net income of RMB11.3 million (US$1.6M), up 232.8% YoY. Adjusted net income (non‑GAAP) was RMB23.1 million (US$3.3M) vs. an adjusted loss last year. Key operating metrics: average mobile MAUs 30.5M (down 27.5% YoY); livestreaming revenue RMB522.1M (down 30.6% YoY); cash and deposits RMB2,221.6M as of Sep 30, 2025 (after a US$300M special dividend).
Positive
- Gross profit +90.9% to RMB116.1 million in Q3 2025
- Income from operations turned positive to RMB11.9 million
- Adjusted net income (non‑GAAP) RMB23.1 million vs loss prior year
Negative
- Total net revenues down ~15.4% YoY to RMB899.1 million
- Average mobile MAUs down 27.5% YoY to 30.5 million
- Livestreaming revenue down 30.6% YoY to RMB522.1 million
- Cash and deposits declined ~50% to RMB2,221.6 million (special dividend)
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WUHAN, China, Nov. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- DouYu International Holdings Limited ("DouYu" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: DOYU), a leading game-centric live streaming platform in
Third Quarter 2025 Financial Highlights
- Total net revenues in the third quarter of 2025 were
RMB899.1 million (US ), compared with$126.3 million RMB1,063.1 million in the same period of 2024. - Gross profit in the third quarter of 2025 was
RMB116.1 million (US ), an increase of$16.3 million 90.9% fromRMB60.8 million in the same period of 2024. - Income from operations in the third quarter of 2025 was
RMB11.9 million (US ), compared with a loss from operations of$1.7 million RMB94.2 million in the same period of 2024. - Net income in the third quarter of 2025 was
RMB11.3 million (US ), an increase of$1.6 million 232.8% fromRMB3.4 million in the same period of 2024. - Adjusted net income (non-GAAP)[1] in the third quarter of 2025 was
RMB23.1 million (US ), compared with an adjusted net loss (non-GAAP) of$3.3 million RMB39.8 million in the same period of 2024.
Ms. Simin Ren, Co-Chief Executive Officer of DouYu, commented, "In the third quarter of 2025, we refined our strategy amid shifting market dynamics and user demand, placing greater focus on value chain integration and synergy. We further optimized our operational model and strategies to enhance our agility and responsiveness, allowing us to meet the players' needs and capture business opportunities more effectively. During the quarter, we continued to upgrade our content and products ecosystem by enriching select premium offerings, such as e-sports tournaments, and launching AI-powered bullet comment features that make it easier for our users to enjoy our premium content and engage with our vibrant communities. Meanwhile, our profitability continued to improve, with gross profit and net income both achieving year-over-year growth while income from operations returning to positive territory in the third quarter. In an increasingly complex and fast-changing environment, we are shoring up our foundational strengths and remain committed to delivering long-term value to our users and shareholders."
Mr. Hao Cao, Vice President of DouYu, commented, "Our third quarter 2025 results demonstrate our ongoing resilience and improving profitability. During the quarter, our income from operations reached
Third Quarter 2025 Operational Highlights
- In the third quarter, average mobile MAUs[2] were 30.5 million, down
27.5% year over year from 42.1 million in the same period of 2024. The decline was mainly due to the lagging effects of our content supply adjustments and cost-structure optimization, which led to lower user engagement and activity. - In the third quarter, the number of quarterly average paying users[3] for livestreaming-related business was 2.7 million with a quarterly ARPPU of
RMB205 . Compared with 2.8 million paying users in the second quarter, the slight sequential decrease in paying users was mainly attributable to reduced consumer spending amid the prevailing macroeconomic environment as well as fewer promotional activities resulting from adjustments in our platform's operational strategy and seasonal factors during the quarter. - In the third quarter, revenues from our voice-based social networking business reached
RMB275.9 million . Our average MAUs for the voice-based social networking business for the third quarter were 368,600, with monthly average paying users[4] of 71,700. During the quarter, we focused on optimizing the traffic distribution mechanism and resource allocation efficiency for this business. These efforts enhanced the business's profitability while maintaining a healthy community ecosystem.
Third Quarter 2025 Financial Results
Total net revenues in the third quarter of 2025 were
Livestreaming revenues in the third quarter of 2025 decreased by
Innovative business, advertising and other revenues (formerly known as advertising and other revenues) in the third quarter of 2025 increased by
Cost of revenues in the third quarter of 2025 decreased by
Revenue-sharing fees and content costs in the third quarter of 2025 decreased by
Bandwidth costs in the third quarter of 2025 decreased by 34.2 % to
Gross profit in the third quarter of 2025 increased by
Sales and marketing expenses in the third quarter of 2025 decreased by
Research and development expenses in the third quarter of 2025 decreased by
General and administrative expenses in the third quarter of 2025 decreased by
Income from operations in the third quarter of 2025 was
Net income in the third quarter of 2025 was
Adjusted net income (non-GAAP), which is calculated as net income excluding share of loss in equity method investments and impairment losses and fair value adjustments on investments, was
Basic and diluted net
income per ADS5 in the third quarter of 2025 were both
Adjusted basic and diluted net
income
per ADS
(non-GAAP) in the third quarter of 2025 were both
Cash and cash equivalents, restricted cash and bank deposits
As of September 30, 2025, the Company had cash and cash equivalents, restricted cash, restricted cash in other non-current assets, and short-term and long-term bank deposits of
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[1]"Adjusted net income (non-GAAP)" is defined as net income excluding share of loss (income) in equity method investments and impairment losses and fair value adjustments on investments. For more information, please refer to "Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures" and "Reconciliations of GAAP and Non-GAAP Results" at the end of this press release. [2] "MAUs" refers to the number of active mobile users (exclusive of innovative business unless the context otherwise indicates) in a given period. Average mobile MAUs for a given period is calculated by dividing (i) the sum of active mobile users for each month of such period, by (ii) the number of months in such period. [3] "Quarterly average paying users" refers to the average paying users for each quarter during a given period of time calculated by dividing (i) the sum of paying users for each quarter of such period, by (ii) the number of quarters in such period. "Paying user" refers to a registered user that has purchased virtual gifts on our platform at least once during the relevant period. [4] "Monthly average paying users" refers to the monthly average number of paying users during a given period of time calculated by dividing (i) the sum of paying users in each month of such period, by (ii) the number of months in such period. "Paying user" refers to a registered user that has purchased virtual gifts on our platform at least once during the relevant period. [5] Each ADS represents one ordinary share for the relevant period and calendar year. |
About DouYu International Holdings Limited
Headquartered in
Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures
Adjusted net (loss) income is calculated as net income (loss) adjusted for share of loss (income) in equity method investments and impairment losses and fair value adjustments on investments. Adjusted net (loss) income attributable to DouYu is calculated as net income (loss) attributable to DouYu adjusted for share of loss (income) in equity method investments and impairment losses and fair value adjustments on investments. Adjusted basic and diluted net (loss) income per ordinary share is non-GAAP net (loss) income attributable to ordinary shareholders divided by the weighted average number of ordinary shares used in the calculation of non-GAAP basic and diluted net (loss) income per ordinary share. The Company adjusted the impact of (i) share of loss (income) in equity method investments, and (ii) impairment losses and fair value adjustments on investments to understand and evaluate the Company's core operating performance. The non-GAAP financial measures are presented to enhance investors' overall understanding of the Company's financial performance and should not be considered a substitute for, or superior to, the financial information prepared and presented in accordance with
For more information on these non-GAAP financial measures, please see the table captioned "Reconciliations of GAAP and Non-GAAP Results" near the end of this release.
Exchange Rate Information
This announcement contains translations of certain RMB amounts into
Safe Harbor Statement
This press release contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the "safe harbor" provisions of the
Investor Relations Contact
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Chenyang Yan DouYu International Holdings Limited Email: ir@douyu.tv Tel: +86 (10) 6508-0677 |
Andrea Guo Piacente Financial Communications Email: douyu@tpg-ir.com Tel: +86 (10) 6508-0677 |
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Brandi Piacente Piacente Financial Communications Email: douyu@tpg-ir.com Tel: +1-212-481-2050 |
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UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (All amounts in thousands, except share, ADS, per share and per ADS data) |
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As of December 31 |
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As of September 30 |
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2024 |
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2025 |
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2025 |
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ASSETS |
RMB |
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RMB |
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US$ (1) |
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Current assets: |
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Cash and cash equivalents |
1,017,148 |
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1,551,938 |
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217,999 |
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Restricted cash |
83 |
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163 |
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23 |
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Short-term bank deposits |
3,070,374 |
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547,296 |
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76,878 |
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Accounts receivable, net |
49,057 |
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60,376 |
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8,481 |
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Prepayments |
26,885 |
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18,871 |
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2,651 |
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Amounts due from related parties |
74,175 |
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85,193 |
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11,967 |
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Other current assets, net |
231,354 |
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225,761 |
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31,712 |
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Total current assets |
4,469,076 |
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2,489,598 |
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349,711 |
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Property and equipment, net |
7,093 |
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5,251 |
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738 |
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Intangible assets, net |
60,917 |
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40,121 |
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5,636 |
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Long-term bank deposits |
360,000 |
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100,000 |
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14,047 |
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Investments |
456,815 |
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396,728 |
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55,728 |
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Right-of-use assets, net |
15,816 |
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10,348 |
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1,454 |
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Other non-current assets |
76,616 |
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64,371 |
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9,042 |
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Total non-current assets |
977,257 |
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616,819 |
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86,645 |
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TOTAL ASSETS |
5,446,333 |
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3,106,417 |
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436,356 |
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LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY |
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LIABILITIES |
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Current liabilities: |
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Accounts payable |
498,667 |
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510,475 |
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71,706 |
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Advances from customers |
4,444 |
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3,102 |
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436 |
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Deferred revenue |
252,346 |
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242,749 |
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34,099 |
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Accrued expenses and other current liabilities |
242,517 |
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191,220 |
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26,861 |
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Amounts due to related parties |
222,589 |
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145,149 |
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20,389 |
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Lease liabilities due within one year |
11,458 |
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7,796 |
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1,095 |
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Total current liabilities |
1,232,021 |
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1,100,491 |
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154,586 |
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Non-current liabilities: |
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Lease liabilities |
4,223 |
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1,954 |
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274 |
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Total non-current liabilities |
4,223 |
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1,954 |
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274 |
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TOTAL LIABILITIES |
1,236,244 |
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1,102,445 |
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154,860 |
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(1) Translations of certain RMB amounts into |
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UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (CONTINUED) (All amounts in thousands, except share, ADS, per share and per ADS data) |
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As of December 31 |
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As of September 30 |
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2024 |
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2025 |
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2025 |
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RMB |
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RMB |
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US$ (1) |
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SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY |
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Ordinary shares |
20 |
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20 |
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3 |
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Additional paid-in capital |
7,514,498 |
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5,363,717 |
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753,437 |
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Accumulated deficit |
(3,791,817) |
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(3,822,271) |
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(536,911) |
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Accumulated other comprehensive income |
487,388 |
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462,506 |
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64,967 |
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Total DouYu Shareholders' Equity |
4,210,089 |
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2,003,972 |
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281,496 |
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Total Shareholders' Equity |
4,210,089 |
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2,003,972 |
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281,496 |
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TOTAL LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY |
5,446,333 |
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3,106,417 |
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436,356 |
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(1) Translations of certain RMB amounts into |
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UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME (LOSS)
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Three Months Ended |
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Nine Months Ended |
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Sep 30, 202 4 |
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Jun 30, 2025 |
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Sep 30, 2025 |
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Sep 30, 2025 |
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Sep 30, 202 4 |
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Sep 30, 2025 |
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Sep 30, 2025 |
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RMB |
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RMB |
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RMB |
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US$ (1) |
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RMB |
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RMB |
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US$ (1) |
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Net revenues |
1,063,101 |
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1,053,915 |
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899,111 |
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126,297 |
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3,134,826 |
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2,900,077 |
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407,371 |
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Cost of revenues |
(1,002,282) |
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(911,975) |
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(783,022) |
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(109,990) |
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(2,880,784) |
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(2,528,541) |
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(355,182) |
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Gross profit |
60,819 |
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141,940 |
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116,089 |
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16,307 |
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254,042 |
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371,536 |
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52,189 |
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Operating expenses |
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Sales and marketing expenses |
(79,260) |
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(61,585) |
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(52,331) |
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(7,351) |
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(231,793) |
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(186,845) |
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(26,246) |
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General and administrative expenses |
(41,462) |
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(39,816) |
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(35,274) |
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(4,955) |
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(132,754) |
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(110,877) |
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(15,575) |
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Research and development expenses |
(43,243) |
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(27,611) |
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(26,888) |
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(3,777) |
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(147,526) |
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(87,248) |
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(12,256) |
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Other operating income (expenses), net |
8,964 |
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1,318 |
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10,334 |
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1,452 |
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(122,655) |
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13,468 |
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1,892 |
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Total operating expenses |
(155,001) |
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(127,694) |
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(104,159) |
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(14,631) |
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(634,728) |
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(371,502) |
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(52,185) |
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( Loss ) income from operations |
(94,182) |
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14,246 |
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11,930 |
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1,676 |
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(380,686) |
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34 |
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4 |
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Other income (expenses), net |
44,242 |
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9,463 |
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(10,124) |
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(1,422) |
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43,299 |
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(59,215) |
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(8,318) |
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Interest Income |
60,840 |
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19,200 |
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18,105 |
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2,543 |
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217,906 |
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47,446 |
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6,665 |
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Foreign exchange (expenses) income |
(70) |
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(17) |
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(232) |
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(33) |
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688 |
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9 |
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1 |
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Income (loss) before income taxes and share of loss in equity method investments |
10,830 |
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42,892 |
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19,679 |
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2,764 |
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(118,793) |
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(11,726) |
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(1,648) |
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Income tax expense |
(6,432) |
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(8,151) |
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(6,662) |
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(936) |
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(8,943) |
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(19,946) |
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(2,802) |
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Share of (loss) income in equity method investments |
(994) |
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3,088 |
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(1,688) |
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(237) |
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(5,982) |
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1,218 |
|
171 |
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Net i ncome (loss) |
3,404 |
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37,829 |
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11,329 |
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1,591 |
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(133,718) |
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(30,454) |
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(4,279) |
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Net income (loss) attributable to ordinary shareholders of the Company |
3,404 |
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37,829 |
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11,329 |
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1,591 |
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(133,718) |
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(30,454) |
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(4,279) |
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Net income (loss) per ordinary share |
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Basic |
0.11 |
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1.25 |
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0.38 |
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0.05 |
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(4.31) |
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(1.01) |
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(0.14) |
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Diluted |
0.11 |
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1.25 |
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0.38 |
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0.05 |
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(4.31) |
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(1.01) |
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(0.14) |
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Net income (loss) per ADS( 2 ) |
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Basic |
0.11 |
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1.25 |
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0.38 |
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0.05 |
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(4.31) |
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(1.01) |
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(0.14) |
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Diluted |
0.11 |
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1.25 |
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0.38 |
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0.05 |
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(4.31) |
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(1.01) |
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(0.14) |
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Weighted average number of ordinary shares used in calculating net income (loss) per ordinary share |
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Basic |
30,228,317 |
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30,178,859 |
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30,178,859 |
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30,178,859 |
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31,051,664 |
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30,178,859 |
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30,178,859 |
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Diluted |
30,228,317 |
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30,178,859 |
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30,178,859 |
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30,178,859 |
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31,051,664 |
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30,178,859 |
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30,178,859 |
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Weighted average number of ADS used in calculating net income (loss) per ADS |
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Basic |
30,228,317 |
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30,178,859 |
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30,178,859 |
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30,178,859 |
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31,051,664 |
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30,178,859 |
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30,178,859 |
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Diluted |
30,228,317 |
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30,178,859 |
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30,178,859 |
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30,178,859 |
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31,051,664 |
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30,178,859 |
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30,178,859 |
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(1) Translations of certain RMB amounts into (2) Every one ADS represents one ordinary share. |
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RECONCILIATIONS OF GAAP AND NON-GAAP RESULTS (All amounts in thousands, except share, ADS, per share and per ADS data) |
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Three Months Ended |
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Nine Months Ended |
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Sep 30, 202 4 |
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Jun 30, 202 5 |
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Sep 30, 2025 |
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Sep 30, 202 5 |
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Sep 30, 202 4 |
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Sep 30, 202 5 |
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Sep 30, 202 5 |
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RMB |
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RMB |
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RMB |
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US$ (1) |
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RMB |
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RMB |
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US$ (1) |
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( Loss ) income from operations |
(94,182) |
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14,246 |
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11,930 |
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1,676 |
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(380,686) |
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34 |
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4 |
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Adjusted Operating ( loss ) income (non-GAAP) |
(94,182) |
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14,246 |
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11,930 |
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1,676 |
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(380,686) |
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34 |
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4 |
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Net i ncome ( l oss) |
3,404 |
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37,829 |
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11,329 |
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1,591 |
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(133,718) |
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(30,454) |
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(4,279) |
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Add/(Reversal of): |
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Share of loss (income) in equity method investments |
994 |
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(3,088) |
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1,688 |
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237 |
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5,982 |
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(1,218) |
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(171) |
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Impairment losses and fair value adjustments on investments(2) |
(44,242) |
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(9,463) |
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10,124 |
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1,422 |
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(43,299) |
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59,215 |
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8,318 |
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Adjusted net (loss) income (non-GAAP) |
(39,844) |
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25,278 |
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23,141 |
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3,250 |
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(171,035) |
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27,543 |
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3,868 |
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Net income ( loss ) attributable to DouYu |
3,404 |
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37,829 |
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11,329 |
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1,591 |
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(133,718) |
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(30,454) |
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(4,279) |
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Add/(Reversal of): |
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Share of loss (income) in equity method investments |
994 |
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(3,088) |
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1,688 |
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237 |
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5,982 |
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(1,218) |
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(171) |
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Impairment losses and fair value adjustments on investments |
(44,242) |
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(9,463) |
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10,124 |
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1,422 |
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(43,299) |
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59,215 |
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8,318 |
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Adjusted net (loss) income attributable to DouYu |
(39,844) |
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25,278 |
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23,141 |
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3,250 |
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(171,035) |
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27,543 |
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3,868 |
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Adjusted net (loss) income per ordinary share (non-GAAP) |
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Basic |
(1.32) |
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0.84 |
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0.77 |
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0.11 |
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(5.51) |
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0.91 |
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0.13 |
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Diluted |
(1.32) |
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0.84 |
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0.77 |
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0.11 |
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(5.51) |
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0.91 |
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0.13 |
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Adjusted net (loss) income per ADS(3) (non-GAAP) |
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Basic |
(1.32) |
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0.84 |
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0.77 |
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0.11 |
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(5.51) |
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0.91 |
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0.13 |
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Diluted |
(1.32) |
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0.84 |
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0.77 |
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0.11 |
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(5.51) |
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0.91 |
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0.13 |
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Weighted average number of ordinary shares used in calculating Adjusted net (loss) income per ordinary share |
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Basic |
30,228,317 |
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30,178,859 |
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30,178,859 |
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30,178,859 |
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31,051,664 |
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30,178,859 |
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30,178,859 |
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Diluted |
30,228,317 |
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30,178,859 |
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30,178,859 |
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30,178,859 |
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31,051,664 |
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30,178,859 |
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30,178,859 |
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Weighted average number of ADS used in calculating net (loss) income per ADS(2) |
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Basic |
30,228,317 |
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30,178,859 |
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30,178,859 |
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30,178,859 |
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31,051,664 |
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30,178,859 |
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30,178,859 |
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Diluted |
30,228,317 |
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30,178,859 |
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30,178,859 |
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30,178,859 |
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31,051,664 |
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30,178,859 |
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30,178,859 |
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(1) Translations of certain RMB amounts into (2) Impairment losses and fair value adjustments on investments was included in line item "Other income (expenses), net" of condensed consolidated statements of income (loss). ( 3 ) Every one ADS represents one ordinary share. |
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