The chart below shows how PDD performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, PDD sees a -1.74% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +0.73% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by +3.12%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
High-Quality Development Strategy: In the third quarter, we stepped up our efforts in executing a high-quality development strategy and invested firmly in building a healthy platform ecosystem.
Ecosystem Upgrade Initiatives: We rolled out several initiatives that extended our ecosystem upgrade to the whole supply chain, such as the $10 billion fee reduction program and a high-cost emergency support program.
Strong Revenue and Income: This past quarter, we delivered robust results with revenues and net income reaching $25 billion, respectively.
Revenue Increase Analysis: In Q3, our total revenues increased 44% year over year to RMB 99.4 billion, driven mainly by an increase in revenues from online marketing services and transaction services.
Operating Profit Increase: Our non-GAAP operating profit was RMB 26.6 billion versus RMB 18.1 billion in the same quarter last year.
Negative
Moderated Revenue Growth: Revenue growth has moderated, with a noted decrease in growth rates compared to previous quarters, indicating intensified competition and external challenges.
Revenue Growth Trends: Total revenues increased by 44% year-over-year to RMB 99.4 billion, but this growth is showing signs of slowing down due to market pressures.
Cost of Revenues Increase: Total cost of revenues increased by 48%, from RMB 26.8 billion in Q3 2023 to RMB 39.7 billion in Q3 2024, driven by higher fulfillment and payment processing fees.
Operating Expenses Increase: Operating expenses rose by 39% to RMB 35.4 billion, compared to RMB 25.4 billion in the same quarter last year, reflecting increased operational costs.
Operating Cash Flow Decline: Net cash generated from operating activities decreased to RMB 27.5 billion, down from RMB 32.5 billion in the same quarter last year, indicating a decline in operational efficiency.
PDD Holdings Inc. (PDD) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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