The chart below shows how LX performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, LX sees a +8.12% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +6.78% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by -1.83%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Loan Originations and Balances: In the third quarter, loan originations reached RMB 51 billion, with outstanding loan balances standing at RMB 111.3 billion.
Steady Revenue and Profit Growth: Revenue was RMB 3.7 billion, and net profit was RMB 310 billion, with both revenue and net profit returning to a steady growth trajectory.
Net Profit Margin Increase: Our net profit margin reached 8.45%, representing a quarter-over-quarter increase of 223 basis points due to the decline in risk levels of overall portfolios and enhanced asset quality.
New Customer Acquisition Surge: We achieved a significant increase in new customer acquisition, with the number of new approved credit line customers increasing by 44% from Q2.
Dividend Payout Increase: We plan to raise our dividend payout ratio from the current 20% of net profit to 25% starting in 2025.
Negative
Loan Activity Decline: In the third quarter, loan originations reached RMB 51 billion, while outstanding loan balances stood at RMB 111.3 billion, indicating a significant decline in loan activity.
Steady Growth in Revenue: Revenue was RMB 3.7 billion, and net profit was RMB 310 billion, with both revenue and net profit returning to a steady growth trajectory, but still reflecting lower performance compared to previous quarters.
Loan Quality Decline: The leading risk indicator, FPD7 of new loans, decreased by about 13% compared to the second quarter, indicating a decline in loan quality.
Delinquency Rate Decline: The day 1 delinquency rate of the overall portfolio declined by around 9% compared to the previous quarter, suggesting ongoing challenges in managing loan performance.
E-commerce Revenue Decline: The e-commerce business revenue dropped by 29.5% quarter-over-quarter due to the higher base of GMV in Q2 from the 618 Shopping Festival.
LexinFintech Holdings Ltd. (LX) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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