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Huya (NYSE: HUYA) grows 2025 revenue 7% but posts wider net loss

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HUYA Inc. reported that 2025 total net revenues rose 7.0% to RMB6,502.4 million, driven by a 43.1% increase in game-related services, advertising and other revenues to RMB1,908.4 million, partly offset by a 3.2% decline in live streaming revenues to RMB4,594.0 million.

Fourth quarter 2025 net revenues grew 16.2% year-over-year to RMB1,738.5 million, with game-related services, advertising and other revenues up 59.4% to RMB592.5 million and accounting for over 30% of total net revenues. Q4 gross margin improved to 14.1%, and full-year gross margin was stable at 13.4%.

The company recorded a 2025 operating loss of RMB162.5 million and net loss attributable to HUYA Inc. of RMB112.6 million, compared with a RMB48.0 million net loss in 2024, including a RMB66.0 million provision on a 2021 broadcaster receivable and RMB120.2 million impairment loss of investments. Non-GAAP net income declined to RMB99.5 million from RMB268.8 million.

HUYA ended 2025 with cash and cash equivalents, short-term deposits and long-term deposits of RMB3,818.4 million. Under its up-to-US$100 million repurchase program, it had repurchased 22.9 million ADSs for US$75.5 million. For 2026, the board approved a special cash dividend of US$0.135 per ordinary share or ADS, totaling about US$31 million, payable to holders of record on June 17, 2026.

Positive

  • Total net revenues grew 7.0% in 2025 to RMB6,502.4 million, with game-related services, advertising and other revenues up 43.1% to RMB1,908.4 million, showing meaningful traction in higher-growth, diversified revenue streams.
  • Capital returns remained significant, as HUYA repurchased 22.9 million ADSs for US$75.5 million under its up-to-US$100 million program and approved a 2026 special cash dividend of US$0.135 per share, totaling about US$31 million.

Negative

  • Profitability and cash flow weakened materially: 2025 net loss attributable to HUYA Inc. widened to RMB112.6 million from RMB48.0 million, non-GAAP net income fell to RMB99.5 million from RMB268.8 million, and net cash from operating activities swung to an outflow of RMB176.2 million from an inflow of RMB94.3 million.

Insights

Huya returned to revenue growth in 2025, but profitability weakened and cash flow turned negative.

HUYA showed a strategic shift paying off in 2025: total net revenues increased 7.0% to RMB6,502.4 million, with game-related services, advertising and other revenues jumping 43.1% to RMB1,908.4 million. Live streaming, the legacy core, fell 3.2% to RMB4,594.0 million, highlighting ongoing pressure in that segment.

Fourth quarter trends underscored the pivot: net revenues grew 16.2% year-over-year to RMB1,738.5 million, and game-related services, advertising and other revenues rose 59.4% to RMB592.5 million, exceeding 30% of total net revenues for a second consecutive quarter. Q4 gross profit increased 43.6% to RMB244.7 million, and gross margin improved to 14.1%.

Profitability, however, deteriorated on a full-year basis. Net loss attributable to HUYA Inc. widened from RMB48.0 million in 2024 to RMB112.6 million in 2025, and non-GAAP net income dropped from RMB268.8 million to RMB99.5 million. Management cited a one-off RMB66.0 million provision on a 2021 broadcaster receivable and a RMB120.2 million impairment loss of investments as key drags.

Cash generation also weakened: net cash used in operating activities was RMB176.2 million in 2025, versus net cash provided of RMB94.3 million in 2024, driven mainly by lower interest income and higher amounts due from related parties. Even so, HUYA ended 2025 with RMB3,818.4 million in cash and deposits and had repurchased 22.9 million ADSs for US$75.5 million under its up-to-US$100 million buyback program.

The board’s approval of a US$0.135 per share 2026 special cash dividend, totaling about US$31 million funded by surplus cash, signals confidence in the balance sheet despite weaker earnings and operating cash flow. Future disclosures around monetization of new game-publishing initiatives, such as Goose Goose Duck mobile launched in January 2026, will help clarify whether the higher-growth, non-live-streaming businesses can consistently offset legacy headwinds.

 

 

 

UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

 

FORM 6-K

 

REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER
PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16 UNDER
THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

 

For the month of March 2026

 

 

 

Commission File Number: 001-38482

 

 

 

HUYA Inc.

 

Building A3, E-Park, 280 Hanxi Road

Panyu District, Guangzhou 511446

People’s Republic of China
(Address of principal executive offices)

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover of Form 20-F or Form 40-F.

 

Form 20-F x   Form 40-F ¨

 

 

 

 

 

 

EXHIBIT INDEX

 

Exhibit No. Description
   
Exhibit 99.1 Press Release: HUYA Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2025 Unaudited Financial Results and Announces Cash Dividend

 

 

 

 

SIGNATURE

 

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

 

  HUYA Inc.  
   
  By:   /s/ Raymond Peng Lei
    Name: Raymond Peng Lei
    Title: Acting Co-Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer

 

Date: March 17, 2026

 

 

 

 

Exhibit 99.1

 

HUYA Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2025 Unaudited Financial Results and Announces Cash Dividend

 

GUANGZHOU, China, March 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- HUYA Inc. (“Huya” or the “Company”) (NYSE: HUYA), a leading game-related entertainment and services provider, today announced its unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, and a special cash dividend for the year 2026.

 

Fourth Quarter 2025 Highlights

 

Total net revenues increased by 16.2% to RMB1,738.5 million (US$248.6 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, from RMB1,495.8 million for the same period of 2024.

 

Game-related services, advertising and other revenues increased by 59.4% to RMB592.5 million (US$84.7 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, from RMB371.6 million for the same period of 2024.

 

Net loss attributable to HUYA Inc. was RMB117.6 million (US$16.8 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with RMB172.2 million for the same period of 2024.

 

Non-GAAP net loss attributable to HUYA Inc.1 was RMB8.4 million (US$1.2 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with a non-GAAP net income attributable to HUYA Inc. of RMB1.2 million for the same period of 2024.

 

Average MAUs2 for the fourth quarter of 2025 was 160.0 million.

 

Fiscal Year 2025 Highlights

 

Total net revenues increased by 7.0% to RMB6,502.4 million (US$929.8 million) for fiscal year 2025, from RMB6,079.1 million for 2024.

 

Game-related services, advertising and other revenues increased by 43.1% to RMB1,908.4 million (US$272.9 million) for fiscal year 2025, from RMB1,333.9 million for 2024.

 

Net loss attributable to HUYA Inc. was RMB112.6 million (US$16.1 million) for fiscal year 2025, compared with RMB48.0 million for 2024.

 

Non-GAAP net income attributable to HUYA Inc.1 was RMB99.5 million (US$14.2 million) for fiscal year 2025, compared with RMB268.8 million for 2024.

 

Mr. Junhong Huang, Acting Co-Chief Executive Officer and Senior Vice President of Huya, commented, “In 2025, we made meaningful progress in our evolution into a comprehensive game-related services provider. Our total net revenues for 2025 rebounded to RMB6.5 billion, up 7.0% year-over-year. Notably, our fourth quarter total net revenues reached RMB1.74 billion, with year-over-year growth accelerating to 16.2%. This performance was primarily driven by our business diversification efforts, as game-related services, advertising, and other revenues surged 59.4% year-over-year and accounted for over 30% of total net revenues, which is now the second quarter since we first hit this milestone.”

 

“Building on this momentum, our expansion into game publishing achieved a key breakthrough with the launch of Goose Goose Duck mobile in the Chinese mainland in January 2026. Since its debut, the title has demonstrated exceptional market appeal, ranking No. 1 on the local Apple App Store free games chart for most of the past two months. More importantly, this success powerfully validates our content-driven publishing strategy and lays the groundwork for us to further deepen our presence across the gaming ecosystem,” Mr. Huang concluded.

 

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Mr. Raymond Peng Lei, Acting Co-Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer of Huya, added, “Our fourth quarter results included a one-off accounting provision, which had a significant impact on our reported operating results and led to an operating loss for the quarter. Excluding the impact of this item, this quarter’s results reflected continued improvement in our core operating performance.”

 

Fourth Quarter 2025 Financial Results

 

Total net revenues increased by 16.2% to RMB1,738.5 million (US$248.6 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, from RMB1,495.8 million for the same period of 2024.

 

Live streaming revenues increased by 1.9% to RMB1,146.0 million (US$163.9 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, from RMB1,124.2 million for the same period of 2024, primarily due to higher average spending per paying user for live streaming services.

 

Game-related services, advertising and other revenues increased by 59.4% to RMB592.5 million (US$84.7 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, from RMB371.6 million for the same period of 2024. The increase was primarily driven by higher revenues from game-related services and advertising, which were mainly attributable to the Company’s deepened cooperation with game companies.

 

Cost of revenues increased by 12.7% to RMB1,493.8 million (US$213.6 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, from RMB1,325.4 million for the same period of 2024, primarily due to increased revenue sharing fees and content costs, as well as increased costs of in-game items, partially offset by decreased bandwidth and server custody fees. Revenue sharing fees and content costs, a key component of cost of revenues, increased by 10.4% year-over-year to RMB1,277.2 million (US$182.6 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, primarily due to increased revenues.

 

Gross profit increased by 43.6% to RMB244.7 million (US$35.0 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, from RMB170.5 million for the same period of 2024. Gross margin was 14.1% for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with 11.4% for the same period of 2024.

 

Research and development expenses decreased by 0.2% to RMB123.1 million (US$17.6 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, from RMB123.3 million for the same period of 2024.

 

Sales and marketing expenses increased by 24.3% to RMB78.1 million (US$11.2 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, from RMB62.8 million for the same period of 2024, primarily due to increased marketing and promotional efforts, including pre-launch preparations for Goose Goose Duck mobile, a co-published title that was subsequently launched in January 2026.

 

General and administrative expenses increased by 55.4% to RMB126.0 million (US$18.0 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, from RMB81.1 million for the same period of 2024, primarily due to a RMB66.0 million (US$9.4 million) provision related to a receivable arising from a 2021 arrangement with a broadcaster, which was deemed to have a heightened risk of non-recoverability.

 

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Other income was RMB17.5 million (US$2.5 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with RMB4.0 million for the same period of 2024, primarily due to increased government subsidies.

 

Operating loss was RMB64.9 million (US$9.3 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with RMB92.7 million for the same period of 2024.

 

Non-GAAP operating loss was RMB36.1 million (US$5.2 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with RMB69.3 million for the same period of 2024.

 

Interest income was RMB32.1 million (US$4.6 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with RMB75.2 million for the same period of 2024, primarily due to a lower time deposit balance, which was mainly attributable to the special cash dividends paid.

 

Impairment loss of investments was RMB81.5 million (US$11.6 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with RMB151.1 million for the same period of 2024, primarily due to the recognition of impairment charges on the Company’s investments, attributable to the weak financial performance of certain investees.

 

Net loss attributable to HUYA Inc. was RMB117.6 million (US$16.8 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with RMB172.2 million for the same period of 2024.

 

Non-GAAP net loss attributable to HUYA Inc. was RMB8.4 million (US$1.2 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with a non-GAAP net income attributable to HUYA Inc. of RMB1.2 million for the same period of 2024.

 

Basic and diluted net loss per American depositary share (“ADS”) were each RMB0.51 (US$0.07) for the fourth quarter of 2025. Basic and diluted net loss per ADS were each RMB0.75 for the fourth quarter of 2024. Each ADS represents one Class A ordinary share of the Company.

 

Non-GAAP basic and diluted net loss per ADS were each RMB0.04 (US$0.01) for the fourth quarter of 2025. Non-GAAP basic and diluted net income per ADS were each RMB0.01 for the fourth quarter of 2024.

 

As of December 31, 2025, the Company had cash and cash equivalents, short-term deposits and long-term deposits of RMB3,818.4 million (US$546.0 million), compared with RMB3,828.2 million as of September 30, 2025.

 

Fiscal Year 2025 Financial Results

 

Total net revenues increased by 7.0% to RMB6,502.4 million (US$929.8 million) for fiscal year 2025, from RMB6,079.1 million for 2024.

 

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Live streaming revenues decreased by 3.2% to RMB4,594.0 million (US$656.9 million) for fiscal year 2025, from RMB4,745.2 million for 2024, primarily due to the continued impact of the macroeconomic and industry environment, partially offset by improved monetization efficiency, as reflected in higher average spending per paying user for live streaming services in the second half of 2025.

 

Game-related services, advertising and other revenues increased by 43.1% to RMB1,908.4 million (US$272.9 million) for fiscal year 2025, from RMB1,333.9 million for 2024. The increase was primarily driven by higher revenues from game-related services and advertising, which were mainly attributable to the Company’s deepened cooperation with game companies.

 

Cost of revenues increased by 6.8% to RMB5,630.3 million (US$805.1 million) for fiscal year 2025, from RMB5,269.7 million for 2024, primarily due to increased revenue sharing fees and content costs, as well as increased costs of in-game items, partially offset by decreased bandwidth and server custody fees. Revenue sharing fees and content costs, a key component of cost of revenues, increased by 5.5% year-over-year to RMB4,872.3 million (US$696.7 million) for fiscal year 2025, primarily due to increased revenues.

 

Gross profit increased by 7.7% to RMB872.1 million (US$124.7 million) for fiscal year 2025, from RMB809.5 million for 2024. Gross margin was 13.4% for fiscal year 2025, compared with 13.3% for 2024.

 

Research and development expenses decreased by 3.1% to RMB496.7 million (US$71.0 million) for fiscal year 2025, from RMB512.6 million for 2024, primarily due to decreased staff costs as a result of enhanced efficiency.

 

Sales and marketing expenses decreased by 2.7% to RMB266.6 million (US$38.1 million) for fiscal year 2025, from RMB274.0 million for 2024, primarily due to decreased channel promotion fees.

 

General and administrative expenses increased by 21.2% to RMB308.9 million (US$44.2 million) for fiscal year 2025, from RMB254.8 million for 2024, primarily due to a RMB66.0 million (US$9.4 million) provision related to a receivable arising from a 2021 arrangement with a broadcaster, which was deemed to have a heightened risk of non-recoverability.

 

Other income was RMB37.5 million (US$5.4 million) for fiscal year 2025, compared with RMB42.5 million for 2024, primarily due to lower government subsidies.

 

Operating loss was RMB162.5 million (US$23.2 million) for fiscal year 2025, compared with RMB189.6 million for 2024.

 

Non-GAAP operating loss was RMB65.0 million (US$9.3 million) for fiscal year 2025, compared with RMB101.3 million for 2024.

 

Interest income was RMB190.8 million (US$27.3 million) for fiscal year 2025, compared with RMB391.4 million for 2024, primarily due to a lower time deposit balance, which was mainly attributable to the special cash dividends paid.

 

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Impairment loss of investments was RMB120.2 million (US$17.2 million) for fiscal year 2025, compared with RMB232.5 million for 2024, primarily due to the recognition of impairment charges on the Company's investments, attributable to the weak financial performance of certain investees.

 

Net loss attributable to HUYA Inc. was RMB112.6 million (US$16.1 million) for fiscal year 2025, compared with RMB48.0 million for 2024.

 

Non-GAAP net income attributable to HUYA Inc. was RMB99.5 million (US$14.2 million) for fiscal year 2025, compared with RMB268.8 million for 2024.

 

Basic and diluted net loss per ADS were each RMB0.49 (US$0.07) for fiscal year 2025. Basic and diluted net loss per ADS were each RMB0.21 for 2024.

 

Non-GAAP basic and diluted net income per ADS were each RMB0.43 (US$0.06) for fiscal year 2025. Non-GAAP basic and diluted net income per ADS were RMB1.16 and RMB1.15, respectively, for 2024.

 

Net cash used in operating activities was RMB176.2 million (US$25.2 million) for fiscal year 2025, compared with net cash provided by operating activities of RMB94.3 million for 2024, primarily due to decreased interest income and increased amounts due from related parties.

 

Share Repurchase Program

 

Pursuant to the Company's up-to-US$100 million share repurchase program authorized in August 2023, which has an extended expiration date of March 31, 2026, the Company had repurchased 22.9 million ADSs as of December 31, 2025, with an aggregate consideration of US$75.5 million.

 

2026 Cash Dividend

 

To implement its 2025-2027 dividend plan adopted in March 2025, the board of directors of the Company has approved a special cash dividend for the year 2026 (the “2026 Cash Dividend”). The 2026 Cash Dividend will be paid to holders of ordinary shares and holders of ADSs of record as of the close of business on June 17, 2026, in U.S. dollars, in an amount of US$0.135 per ordinary share or US$0.135 per ADS. The total amount of cash to be distributed for the 2026 Cash Dividend is expected to be approximately US$31 million, which will be funded by surplus cash on the Company’s balance sheet. The payment date for holders of ordinary shares and holders of ADSs is expected to be on or around June 30, 2026. The dividend to be paid to the Company’s ADS holders through the depositary bank will be subject to the terms of the deposit agreement.

 

Earnings Webinar

 

The Company’s management will host a Tencent Meeting Webinar at 6:00 a.m. U.S. Eastern Time on March 17, 2026 (6:00 p.m. Beijing/Hong Kong time on March 17, 2026), to review and discuss the Company’s business and financial performance.

 

For participants who wish to join the webinar, please complete the online registration in advance using the links provided below. Upon registration, participants will receive an email with webinar access information, including meeting ID, meeting link, dial-in numbers, and a unique attendee ID to join the webinar.

 

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Participant Online Registration:

 

Chinese Mainland3: https://meeting.tencent.com/dw/w1fyNiKOMVT7
International: https://voovmeeting.com/dw/w1fyNiKOMVT7

 

A live webcast of the webinar will be accessible at https://ir.huya.com, and a replay of the webcast will be available following the session.

 

1 “Non-GAAP net (loss) income attributable to HUYA Inc.” is defined as net (loss) income attributable to HUYA Inc. excluding share-based compensation expenses, gain arising from disposal of an equity investment, net of income taxes, impairment loss of investments, and amortization of intangible assets from business acquisitions, net of income taxes, to the extent applicable. For more information, please refer to the section titled “Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures” and the table captioned “HUYA Inc. Unaudited Reconciliations of GAAP and Non-GAAP Results” at the end of this press release.

2 Refers to the average total monthly active users who accessed the Company’s domestic and overseas platforms and services (primarily the domestic Huya Live platform, its global mobile application service platform, its overseas game live streaming platform, and related services), inclusive of users across all devices (mobile, PC and web). Average MAUs for any period is calculated by dividing (i) the sum of total active users for each month during such relevant period, by (ii) the number of months during such relevant period. The Company shifted to total MAU reporting starting from the second quarter of 2025 to provide a more comprehensive view of user activity, in line with its business expansion, cross-platform strategy, and overseas initiatives.

3 For the purpose of this announcement only, Chinese Mainland excludes the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, the Macao Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China, and Taiwan.

 

About HUYA Inc.

 

HUYA Inc. is a leading game-related entertainment and services provider. Huya delivers dynamic live streaming and video content and a rich array of services spanning games, e-sports, and other interactive entertainment genres to a large, highly engaged community of game enthusiasts. Huya has cultivated a robust entertainment ecosystem powered by AI and other advanced technologies, serving users and partners across the gaming universe, including game companies, e-sports tournament organizers, broadcasters and talent agencies. Leveraging this strong foundation, Huya has also expanded into innovative game-related services, such as game distribution, in-game item sales, advertising and more. Huya continues to extend its footprint in China and abroad, meeting the evolving needs of gamers, content creators, and industry partners worldwide.

 

For more information, please visit: https://ir.huya.com.

 

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Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures

 

The unaudited condensed consolidated financial information is prepared in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“U.S. GAAP”), except that the consolidated statement of changes in shareholders’ equity, consolidated statements of cash flows, and the detailed notes have not been presented. Huya uses non-GAAP gross profit, non-GAAP operating (loss) income, non-GAAP net (loss) income attributable to HUYA Inc., non-GAAP net (loss) income attributable to ordinary shareholders, non-GAAP basic and diluted net (loss) income per ordinary share, and non-GAAP basic and diluted net (loss) income per ADS, which are non-GAAP financial measures. Non-GAAP gross profit is gross profit excluding share-based compensation expenses allocated in cost of revenues. Non-GAAP operating (loss) income is operating loss excluding share-based compensation expenses and amortization of intangible assets from business acquisitions. Non-GAAP net (loss) income attributable to HUYA Inc. is net (loss) income attributable to HUYA Inc. excluding share-based compensation expenses, gain arising from disposal of an equity investment, net of income taxes, impairment loss of investments, and amortization of intangible assets from business acquisitions, net of income taxes, to the extent applicable. Non-GAAP net (loss) income attributable to ordinary shareholders is net (loss) income attributable to ordinary shareholders excluding share-based compensation expenses, gain arising from disposal of an equity investment, net of income taxes, impairment loss of investments, and amortization of intangible assets from business acquisitions, net of income taxes, to the extent applicable. Non-GAAP basic and diluted net (loss) income per ordinary share and per ADS is non-GAAP net (loss) income attributable to ordinary shareholders divided by the weighted average number of ordinary shares and ADS used in the calculation of non-GAAP basic and diluted net (loss) income per ordinary share and per ADS. The Company believes that separate analysis and exclusion of the impact of (i) share-based compensation expenses, (ii) gain arising from disposal of an equity investment, net of income taxes, (iii) impairment loss of investments, and (iv) amortization of intangible assets from business acquisitions (net of income taxes), add clarity to the constituent parts of its performance. The Company reviews these non-GAAP financial measures together with GAAP financial measures to obtain a better understanding of its operating performance. It uses the non-GAAP financial measures for planning, forecasting and measuring results against the forecast. The Company believes that non-GAAP financial measures represent useful supplemental information for investors and analysts to assess its operating performance without the effect of (i) share-based compensation expenses, and (ii) amortization of intangible assets from business acquisitions (net of income taxes), which have been and will continue to be significant recurring expenses in its business, and (iii) gain arising from disposal of an equity investment, net of income taxes, and (iv) impairment loss of investments. However, the use of non-GAAP financial measures has material limitations as an analytical tool. One of the limitations of using non-GAAP financial measures is that they do not include all items that impact the Company’s net (loss) income for the period. In addition, because non-GAAP financial measures are not measured in the same manner by all companies, they may not be comparable to other similarly titled measures used by other companies. In light of the foregoing limitations, you should not consider a non-GAAP financial measure in isolation from or as an alternative to the financial measures prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP.

 

The presentation of these non-GAAP financial measures is not intended to be considered in isolation from, or as a substitute for, the financial information prepared and presented in accordance with U.S. GAAP. For more information on these non-GAAP financial measures, please see the table captioned “HUYA Inc. Unaudited Reconciliations of GAAP and Non-GAAP Results” at the end of this announcement.

 

Exchange Rate Information

 

This announcement contains translations of certain RMB amounts into U.S. dollars at a specified rate solely for the convenience of the reader. Unless otherwise noted, all translations from RMB to U.S. dollars are made at a rate of RMB6.9931 to US$1.00, the noon buying rate in effect on December 31, 2025, in the H.10 statistical release of the Federal Reserve Board. The Company makes no representation that the Renminbi or U.S. dollar amounts referred to in this announcement could have been or could be converted into U.S. dollars or Renminbi, as the case may be, at any particular rate or at all.

 

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Safe Harbor Statement

 

This announcement contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the “safe harbor” provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as “will,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “future,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “estimates” and similar statements. Among other things, the quotations from management in this announcement, as well as Huya’s strategic and operational plans, contain forward-looking statements. Huya may also make written or oral forward-looking statements in its periodic reports to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), in its annual report to shareholders, in press releases and other written materials and in oral statements made by its officers, directors or employees to third parties. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about Huya’s beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement, including but not limited to the following: Huya’s goals and strategies; Huya’s future business development, results of operations and financial condition; the expected growth of the live streaming market and game market; the expectation regarding the rate at which to gain active users, especially paying users; Huya’s ability to monetize the user base; Huya’s efforts in complying with applicable data privacy and security regulations; fluctuations in general economic and business conditions in China; the economy in China and elsewhere generally; any regulatory developments in laws, regulations, rules, policies or guidelines applicable to Huya; and assumptions underlying or related to any of the foregoing. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in Huya’s filings with the SEC. All information provided in this press release and in the attachments is as of the date of this press release, and Huya does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law.

 

For investor and media inquiries, please contact:

 

In China:

 

HUYA Inc.

Investor Relations

Tel: +86-20-2290-7829

E-mail: ir@huya.com

 

Piacente Financial Communications

Jenny Cai

Tel: +86-10-6508-0677

E-mail: huya@tpg-ir.com

 

In the United States:

 

Piacente Financial Communications

Brandi Piacente

Tel: +1-212-481-2050

E-mail: huya@tpg-ir.com

 

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HUYA INC.

UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

(All amounts in thousands, except share, ADS, per share data and per ADS data)

 

   As of December 31,   As of December 31, 
   2024   2025   2025 
   RMB   RMB   US$ 
Assets               
Current assets               
Cash and cash equivalents   1,188,911    692,663    99,049 
Restricted cash   17,031    12,031    1,720 
Short-term deposits   4,075,048    3,125,760    446,978 
Accounts receivable, net   76,044    238,569    34,115 
Prepaid assets and amounts due from related parties, net   207,565    290,747    41,576 
Prepayments and other current assets, net   523,674    547,078    78,232 
                
Total current assets   6,088,273    4,906,848    701,670 
                
Non-current assets               
Long-term deposits   1,470,000    -    - 
Investments   440,790    296,165    42,351 
Goodwill   463,796    453,498    64,849 
Property and equipment, net   484,008    604,368    86,423 
Intangible assets, net   153,190    127,633    18,251 
Right-of-use assets, net   339,492    304,017    43,474 
Prepayments and other non-current assets   128,262    8,843    1,265 
                
Total non-current assets   3,479,538    1,794,524    256,613 
                
Total assets   9,567,811    6,701,372    958,283 
                
Liabilities and shareholders’ equity               
Current liabilities               
Accounts payable   66,613    237,903    34,020 
Advances from customers and deferred revenue   265,628    228,167    32,627 
Income taxes payable   54,594    61,479    8,791 
Accrued liabilities and other current liabilities   1,360,949    1,032,437    147,637 
Amounts due to related parties   161,529    150,166    21,473 
Lease liabilities due within one year   28,581    18,982    2,714 
                
Total current liabilities   1,937,894    1,729,134    247,262 
                
Non-current liabilities               
Lease liabilities   20,047    1,766    253 
Deferred tax liabilities   23,405    18,932    2,707 
Deferred revenue   35,786    31,824    4,551 
                
Total non-current liabilities   79,238    52,522    7,511 
                
Total liabilities   2,017,132    1,781,656    254,773 

 

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HUYA INC.

UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (CONTINUED)

(All amounts in thousands, except share, ADS, per share data and per ADS data)

 

   As of December 31,   As of December 31, 
   2024   2025   2025 
   RMB   RMB   US$ 
Shareholders’ equity               
Class A ordinary shares (US$0.0001 par value; 750,000,000 shares authorized as of December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2025, respectively; 74,845,398 and 73,146,779 shares issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2025, respectively)   52    54    8 
Class B ordinary shares (US$0.0001 par value; 200,000,000 shares authorized as of December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2025, respectively; 150,386,517 and 150,386,517 shares issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2025, respectively)   98    98    14 
Treasury shares   (108,101)   (128,056)   (18,312)
Additional paid-in capital   8,866,492    6,466,101    924,640 
Statutory reserves   122,429    122,429    17,507 
Accumulated deficit   (2,100,291)   (2,219,365)   (317,365)
Accumulated other comprehensive income   770,000    678,455    97,018 
                
Total shareholders’ equity   7,550,679    4,919,716    703,510 
                
Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity   9,567,811    6,701,372    958,283 

 

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HUYA INC.

UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS

(All amounts in thousands, except share, ADS, per share data and per ADS data)

 

   Three Months Ended   Twelve Months Ended 
   December 31,
2024
   September 30,
2025
   December 31,
2025
   December 31,
2025
   December 31,
2024
   December 31,
2025
   December 31,
2025
 
   RMB   RMB   RMB   US$   RMB   RMB   US$ 
Net revenues                                   
Live streaming   1,124,188    1,156,681    1,145,950    163,869    4,745,195    4,594,014    656,935 
Game-related services, advertising and others   371,639    531,570    592,525    84,730    1,333,920    1,908,386    272,896 
                                    
Total net revenues   1,495,827    1,688,251    1,738,475    248,599    6,079,115    6,502,400    929,831 
                                    
Cost of revenues(1)   (1,325,364)   (1,461,627)   (1,493,767)   (213,606)   (5,269,661)   (5,630,267)   (805,117)
                                    
Gross profit   170,463    226,624    244,708    34,993    809,454    872,133    124,714 
                                    
Operating expenses(1)                                   
Research and development expenses   (123,313)   (121,942)   (123,054)   (17,596)   (512,637)   (496,677)   (71,024)
Sales and marketing expenses   (62,798)   (70,107)   (78,066)   (11,163)   (274,049)   (266,567)   (38,119)
General and administrative expenses   (81,054)   (57,729)   (125,958)   (18,012)   (254,840)   (308,875)   (44,169)
                                    
Total operating expenses   (267,165)   (249,778)   (327,078)   (46,771)   (1,041,526)   (1,072,119)   (153,312)
                                    
Other income, net   4,010    8,854    17,516    2,505    42,496    37,481    5,360 
                                    
Operating loss   (92,692)   (14,300)   (64,854)   (9,273)   (189,576)   (162,505)   (23,238)
                                    
Interest income   75,234    34,655    32,144    4,597    391,389    190,789    27,282 
Impairment loss of investments   (151,089)   (8,698)   (81,458)   (11,648)   (232,466)   (120,156)   (17,182)
Disposal gain of investments   -    1,500    -    -    -    1,500    214 
Foreign currency exchange losses, net   (522)   (2,008)   (2,182)   (312)   (3,802)   (6,718)   (961)
                                    
(Loss) income before income tax expenses   (169,069)   11,149    (116,350)   (16,636)   (34,455)   (97,090)   (13,885)
                                    
Income tax expenses   (3,134)   (508)   (1,662)   (238)   (13,500)   (12,806)   (1,831)
                                    
(Loss) income before (loss) income in equity method investments, net of income taxes   (172,203)   10,641    (118,012)   (16,874)   (47,955)   (109,896)   (15,716)
                                    
(Loss) income in equity method investments, net of income taxes   -    (1,085)   429    61    -    (2,695)   (385)
                                    
Net (loss) income attributable to HUYA Inc.   (172,203)   9,556    (117,583)   (16,813)   (47,955)   (112,591)   (16,101)
                                    
Net (loss) income attributable to ordinary shareholders   (172,203)   9,556    (117,583)   (16,813)   (47,955)   (112,591)   (16,101)

 

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HUYA INC.

UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS (CONTINUED)

(All amounts in thousands, except share, ADS, per share data and per ADS data)

 

   Three Months Ended   Twelve Months Ended 
   December 31,
2024
   September 30,
2025
   December 31,
2025
   December 31,
2025
   December 31,
2024
   December 31,
2025
   December 31,
2025
 
   RMB   RMB   RMB   US$   RMB   RMB   US$ 
Net (loss) income per ordinary share                                   
—Basic   (0.75)   0.04    (0.51)   (0.07)   (0.21)   (0.49)   (0.07)
—Diluted   (0.75)   0.04    (0.51)   (0.07)   (0.21)   (0.49)   (0.07)
Net (loss) income per ADS*                                   
—Basic   (0.75)   0.04    (0.51)   (0.07)   (0.21)   (0.49)   (0.07)
—Diluted   (0.75)   0.04    (0.51)   (0.07)   (0.21)   (0.49)   (0.07)
                                    
Weighted average number of ADS used in calculating net (loss) income per ADS                                   
—Basic   230,581,559    229,032,506    229,212,223    229,212,223    231,533,388    228,840,636    228,840,636 
—Diluted   230,581,559    231,210,726    229,212,223    229,212,223    231,533,388    228,840,636    228,840,636 

 

* Each ADS represents one Class A ordinary share.

 

(1) Share-based compensation was allocated in cost of revenues and operating expenses as follows:

 

   Three Months Ended   Twelve Months Ended 
   December 31,
2024
   September 30,
2025
   December 31,
2025
   December 31,
2025
   December 31,
2024
   December 31,
2025
   December 31,
2025
 
   RMB   RMB   RMB   US$   RMB   RMB   US$ 
Cost of revenues   3,268    1,666    3,335    477    15,566    12,091    1,729 
Research and development expenses   6,283    4,335    5,561    795    27,269    22,772    3,256 
Sales and marketing expenses   164    213    214    31    1,147    1,141    163 
General and administrative expenses   7,683    8,435    13,720    1,962    20,538    37,588    5,375 

 

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HUYA INC.

UNAUDITED RECONCILIATIONS OF GAAP AND NON-GAAP RESULTS

(All amounts in thousands, except share, ADS, per share data and per ADS data)

 

   Three Months Ended   Twelve Months Ended 
   December 31,
2024
   September 30,
2025
   December 31,
2025
   December 31,
2025
   December 31,
2024
   December 31,
2025
   December 31,
2025
 
   RMB   RMB   RMB   US$   RMB   RMB   US$ 
Gross profit   170,463    226,624    244,708    34,993    809,454    872,133    124,714 
Share-based compensation expenses allocated in cost of revenues   3,268    1,666    3,335    477    15,566    12,091    1,729 
                                    
Non-GAAP gross profit   173,731    228,290    248,043    35,470    825,020    884,224    126,443 
                                    
Operating loss   (92,692)   (14,300)   (64,854)   (9,273)   (189,576)   (162,505)   (23,238)
Share-based compensation expenses   17,398    14,649    22,830    3,265    64,520    73,592    10,523 
Amortization of intangible assets from business acquisitions   5,964    5,958    5,915    846    23,772    23,874    3,414 
                                    
Non-GAAP operating (loss) income   (69,330)   6,307    (36,109)   (5,162)   (101,284)   (65,039)   (9,301)
                                    
Net (loss) income attributable to HUYA Inc.   (172,203)   9,556    (117,583)   (16,813)   (47,955)   (112,591)   (16,101)
Gain arising from disposal of an equity investment, net of income taxes   -    (1,500)   -    -    -    (1,500)   (214)
Impairment loss of investments   151,089    8,698    81,458    11,648    232,466    120,156    17,182 
Share-based compensation expenses   17,398    14,649    22,830    3,265    64,520    73,592    10,523 
Amortization of intangible assets from business acquisitions, net of income taxes   4,950    4,945    4,910    702    19,731    19,816    2,834 
                                    
Non-GAAP net income (loss) attributable to HUYA Inc.   1,234    36,348    (8,385)   (1,198)   268,762    99,473    14,224 
                                    
Net (loss) income attributable to ordinary shareholders   (172,203)   9,556    (117,583)   (16,813)   (47,955)   (112,591)   (16,101)
Gain arising from disposal of an equity investment, net of income taxes   -    (1,500)   -    -    -    (1,500)   (214)
Impairment loss of investments   151,089    8,698    81,458    11,648    232,466    120,156    17,182 
Share-based compensation expenses   17,398    14,649    22,830    3,265    64,520    73,592    10,523 
Amortization of intangible assets from business acquisitions, net of income taxes   4,950    4,945    4,910    702    19,731    19,816    2,834 
                                    
Non-GAAP net income (loss) attributable to ordinary shareholders   1,234    36,348    (8,385)   (1,198)   268,762    99,473    14,224 
                                    
Non-GAAP net income (loss) per ordinary share                                   
—Basic   0.01    0.16    (0.04)   (0.01)   1.16    0.43    0.06 
—Diluted   0.01    0.16    (0.04)   (0.01)   1.15    0.43    0.06 
                                    
Non-GAAP net income (loss) per ADS                                   
—Basic   0.01    0.16    (0.04)   (0.01)   1.16    0.43    0.06 
—Diluted   0.01    0.16    (0.04)   (0.01)   1.15    0.43    0.06 
                                    
Weighted average number of ADS used in calculating Non-GAAP net income (loss) per ADS                                   
—Basic   230,581,559    229,032,506    229,212,223    229,212,223    231,533,388    228,840,636    228,840,636 
—Diluted   232,217,347    231,210,726    229,212,223    229,212,223    233,875,454    231,442,937    231,442,937 

 

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FAQ

How did HUYA (HUYA) perform financially in fiscal year 2025?

HUYA’s 2025 total net revenues rose 7.0% to RMB6,502.4 million, driven by strong growth in game-related services and advertising. However, net loss attributable to HUYA Inc. widened to RMB112.6 million, and non-GAAP net income fell to RMB99.5 million from RMB268.8 million.

What were HUYA (HUYA)’s key revenue drivers in 2025?

Game-related services, advertising and other revenues were the main growth engine, increasing 43.1% to RMB1,908.4 million. Live streaming revenues declined 3.2% to RMB4,594.0 million. In Q4 2025, these non-live-streaming revenues rose 59.4% to RMB592.5 million, exceeding 30% of total net revenues.

Did HUYA (HUYA) improve profitability in the fourth quarter of 2025?

Fourth quarter 2025 gross profit grew 43.6% to RMB244.7 million and gross margin improved to 14.1%. However, a one-off RMB66.0 million provision on a 2021 broadcaster receivable and investment impairments contributed to an operating loss of RMB64.9 million and a net loss of RMB117.6 million.

What is HUYA (HUYA)’s cash position and operating cash flow for 2025?

As of December 31, 2025, HUYA held RMB3,818.4 million in cash and cash equivalents, short-term deposits and long-term deposits. Net cash used in operating activities was RMB176.2 million in 2025, compared with net cash provided of RMB94.3 million in 2024, mainly due to lower interest income and higher related-party receivables.

What share repurchases has HUYA (HUYA) completed under its buyback program?

Under its up-to-US$100 million share repurchase program authorized in August 2023, HUYA had repurchased 22.9 million ADSs as of December 31, 2025, for aggregate consideration of US$75.5 million. The program’s expiration date was extended to March 31, 2026.

What special cash dividend did HUYA (HUYA) declare for 2026?

The board approved a 2026 special cash dividend of US$0.135 per ordinary share or per ADS, with a total expected distribution of about US$31 million. It will be paid in U.S. dollars to holders of record as of June 17, 2026, funded by surplus cash.

How is HUYA (HUYA) progressing in game-related services and publishing?

Game-related services, advertising and other revenues rose 43.1% in 2025 to RMB1,908.4 million, reflecting deeper cooperation with game companies. Management highlighted a key publishing milestone: Goose Goose Duck mobile launched in Chinese mainland in January 2026, ranking No. 1 on the local Apple App Store free games chart for most of two months.

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