The chart below shows how SOHU performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, SOHU sees a -3.96% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a -2.36% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by -0.87%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Strong Brand Advertising Performance: Brand advertising revenues hit the high end of previous guidance, indicating strong performance in this area.
Game Revenue Success: Online game revenues exceeded prior guidance, showcasing the success of new game launches and revitalization of legacy games.
User Engagement Enhancement: Sohu Media platform's integration of unique IPs and high-energy events attracted more users, enhancing user experience and monetization potential.
Event Hosting Impact: Successful hosting of major events like the K-pop dancing tour competitions and the Sohu Video Guofeng Festival strengthened brand influence and user engagement.
Share Repurchase Confidence: The ongoing share repurchase program demonstrates management's confidence in the company's value, with 4.2 million ADS repurchased for approximately $52 million.
Negative
Revenue Decline Analysis: Total revenues decreased by 5% year-over-year and 11% quarter-over-quarter, indicating a downward trend in overall financial performance.
Decline in Brand Advertising Revenue: Brand advertising revenues fell by 7% year-over-year and 1% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting challenges in the advertising market.
Decline in Online Game Revenues: Online game revenues decreased by 4% year-over-year and 14% quarter-over-quarter, suggesting a decline in gaming performance.
Net Loss Increase: GAAP net loss increased to $21 million from $13 million in Q4 2023, indicating worsening financial health.
Rising Non-GAAP Net Loss: Non-GAAP net loss also rose to $15 million from $11 million in Q4 2023, further highlighting financial struggles.
Flat Revenue Performance: For the full year of 2024, total revenues remained flat compared to 2023, which is not a positive growth indicator.
Brand Advertising Decline: Brand advertising revenues for the full year dropped by 17% compared to 2023, signaling a significant decline in this segment.
Net Loss Increase: GAAP net loss for the full year increased to $100 million from $66 million in 2023, showing a substantial deterioration in profitability.
Brand Advertising Revenue Decline: The forecast for Q1 2025 indicates a potential annual decrease in brand advertising revenues of 13% to 19%, and a sequential decrease of 26% to 31%, suggesting continued challenges ahead.
Sohu.com Limited (NASDAQ:SOHU) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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