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Kuaishou Technology (1024) Earnings Surpass Estimates with Impressive 1Q Revenue and Boosted Net Income

  • Kuaishou Tech reported a 1Q revenue of 29.41 billion yuan, beating estimates of 29.04 billion yuan.
  • The online marketing services revenue reported was 16.65 billion yuan, surpassing the estimate of 16.5 billion yuan.
  • The live streaming revenue equalled the estimate, standing at 8.58 billion yuan.
  • The revenue from other services was 4.18 billion yuan, beating the estimate of 3.94 billion yuan.
  • The adjusted net income was 4.39 billion yuan, which outperformed the estimate of 3.2 billion yuan.
  • Adjusted Ebitda was 5.98 billion yuan, higher than the estimated 4.78 billion yuan.
  • The gross margin coming in at 54.8%, surpassed the estimated 52.7%.
  • R&D expenses were 2.84 billion yuan, slightly below the estimate of 2.91 billion yuan.
  • However, the average MAUs was 697.4 million, slightly less than the estimated 701.12 million.
  • Kuaishou Tech currently has 47 buys, 4 holds and 1 sell.

Kuaishou Technology on Smartkarma

Analyst coverage of Kuaishou Technology on Smartkarma showcases a positive sentiment towards the company’s performance. According to Ying Pan‘s report titled “Kuaishou (1024 HK, BUY, TP HK$81) TP Change,” Kuaishou surpassed revenue and profit expectations in Q4, attributing it to organic traffic growth and reduced marketing costs. This led to a raised price target of HK$81, reflecting a bullish outlook on the company’s future.

Another analyst, Ming Lu, emphasized in the “KS / Kuaishou (1024 HK): 4Q23, Historical High Operating Profit” report that Kuaishou achieved a historical high in operating profit in the fourth quarter. The expansion of the monthly active user base and the rapid increase in GMV of live broadcasting sales further highlight the company’s strong performance, reinforcing positive expectations for Kuaishou’s continued growth and profitability.


A look at Kuaishou Technology Smart Scores

FactorScoreMagnitude
Value2
Dividend1
Growth5
Resilience5
Momentum5
OVERALL SMART SCORE3.6

Smart Score is a compound score for the Company indicating its overall outlook. It is derived by taking an equally weighted average of underlying Factor scores computed by Smartkarma

An investment analysis based on Smartkarma Smart Scores indicates a promising long-term outlook for Kuaishou Technology. With top marks in Growth, Resilience, and Momentum, the company demonstrates strong potential for future success in the market. Kuaishou Technology‘s focus on expansion and adaptability positions it well for sustained growth over time, showcasing resilience in changing market conditions and maintaining positive momentum.

Kuaishou Technology, operating as a content community and social platform, facilitates the creation, uploading, and viewing of short videos on mobile devices, catering to users globally. While the company’s Value and Dividend scores suggest areas for improvement, its high ratings in Growth, Resilience, and Momentum underscore its competitive edge and innovation in the industry, making it a company to watch for continued success.


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