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Earnings Reports: Several major companies, including American Vanguard, Buckle, and Li Auto, are set to report earnings today, with expected stock price movements indicated by options prices.

Options Trading Risks: Investors are advised to conduct thorough research before engaging in options trading due to its inherent risks.

Market Trends: Stock index futures indicate a potential rebound following a week of selloffs due to trade tensions and economic uncertainties, while gold prices have surged amid geopolitical concerns, and oil prices show volatility related to global supply dynamics.

Earnings Reports: Several companies experienced significant stock movements post-earnings, with DocuSign and Ulta Beauty seeing increases of 10% and 8%, respectively, while Xponential Fitness faced a notable drop of 25%.

Financial Performance Overview: Tuniu Corporation reported a significant turnaround in 2024, achieving net income of RMB83.7 million and a gross profit increase of 21.9% year-over-year, driven by a 22.2% rise in revenues from packaged tours.

Future Outlook and Shareholder Returns: The company anticipates net revenues between RMB116.6 million to RMB122.0 million for Q1 2025, reflecting an 8% to 13% increase year-over-year, while also declaring a cash dividend of US$0.012 per ordinary share to be paid in April 2025.

Financial Results Announcement: Tuniu Corporation plans to release its unaudited financial results for Q4 and the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024, on March 14, 2025, before market opening.

Earnings Conference Call Details: An earnings conference call will be held on the same day at 8:00 am U.S. Eastern Time, with access available via multiple dial-in numbers and a live webcast on their website.

Fourth Quarter Revenue Expectations: Tuniu expects net revenues for the fourth quarter to be between RMB 100.0 million and RMB 105.0 million, reflecting a year-over-year increase of 0% to 5%.

Share Repurchase Program and Third Quarter Performance: The company has authorized a $10 million share repurchase program and reported a third quarter net income of RMB 44.4 million, up from RMB 39.4 million the previous year, with net revenues increasing by 4.4% to RMB 186.0 million.

Fourth Quarter Revenue Expectations: Tuniu expects net revenues for the fourth quarter to be between RMB 100.0 million and RMB 105.0 million, indicating a year-over-year increase of 0% to 5%.

Share Repurchase Program and Financial Performance: The company has authorized a $10 million share repurchase program and reported a third-quarter net income of RMB 44.4 million, up from RMB 39.4 million the previous year, with net revenues of RMB 186.0 million reflecting a 4.4% increase year-over-year.

Financial Performance: Tuniu Corporation reported a net revenue of RMB 186.0 million (US$26.5 million) for Q3 2024, marking a 4.4% year-over-year increase, with packaged tours contributing RMB 159.3 million (US$22.7 million), up 6.2% from the previous year.

Future Outlook: The company anticipates fourth-quarter revenues between RMB 100.0 million to RMB 105.0 million, reflecting a potential 0% to 5% increase compared to the same period in 2023, while continuing to focus on enhancing customer experiences and integrating technology into their services.

Earnings Release Announcement: Tuniu Corporation will release its unaudited financial results for Q3 2024 on December 5, 2024, before market opening, followed by an earnings conference call at 8:00 am U.S. Eastern Time.

Company Overview: Tuniu is a leading online leisure travel company in China, offering a wide range of travel services and solutions through its website and mobile platform, supported by a robust offline service network.

Huoli's IPO Filing: Huoli Group Holdings Ltd. has filed for an IPO in Hong Kong, reporting a 22% increase in travel service revenue and improved gross margins in the first half of 2024, despite being a distant third in China's online travel market behind Trip.com and Tongcheng.

Market Conditions and Future Prospects: The success of Huoli's listing will depend on sustaining the post-pandemic domestic travel boom, which is showing signs of slowing, while the company aims to expand its global tourism products from its new Hong Kong base.

Tuniu Regains Compliance: Tuniu Corporation has received a notification from Nasdaq confirming that it has regained compliance with the Minimum Bid Price Requirement after its American depositary shares (ADSs) closed at $1.00 or greater for over ten consecutive business days.

Background on Compliance Issues: Previously, Tuniu had been notified of a deficiency due to its ADSs falling below the required minimum bid price of $1.00 for 31 consecutive business days, but has since rectified this issue within the compliance period.

Tuniu Regains Compliance: Tuniu Corporation has received a notification from Nasdaq confirming that it has regained compliance with the Minimum Bid Price Requirement after its American depositary shares (ADSs) closed at $1.00 or greater for over ten consecutive business days.

Background on Compliance Issues: Previously, Tuniu had been notified of a deficiency due to its ADSs falling below the required minimum bid price of $1.00 for 31 consecutive business days, but has since rectified this issue within the compliance period.

Hedge Fund Activity: On October 8, hedge funds experienced the largest single-day net selling of Chinese equities due to a lack of significant stimulus from China's National Development and Reform Commission.

Position Adjustments: Hedge funds not only decreased their long positions in Chinese stocks but also increased their short positions, indicating a bearish outlook.

Market Reaction: China-related consumer stocks experienced a significant decline due to uncertainty over stimulus measures from Beijing officials.

Government Assurance: Despite the market drop, government officials expressed confidence in achieving economic targets for the year and committed to providing further support.

Partnership Announcement: Tuniu Corporation and the Tourism Authority of Thailand signed a Letter of Intent to enhance collaboration in promoting travel experiences for Chinese tourists, reflecting a significant increase in Tuniu's packaged tours to Thailand this year.

Future Plans: Tuniu aims to leverage its strengths in product innovation and media promotion to provide diverse travel services, contributing to the sustainable growth of Thailand's digital economy and improving convenience for Chinese travelers.

Tuniu Corporation Nasdaq Notification: Tuniu Corporation has received a notification from Nasdaq indicating that its American depositary shares have been below the minimum bid price of $1.00 for 31 consecutive business days, but this does not currently affect its listing or trading status.

Compliance Period: The company has a compliance period of 180 days to regain compliance with Nasdaq's listing rules, and if it fails to do so by February 3, 2025, it may be eligible for an additional compliance period.

Financial Performance: Tuniu Corporation reported a 17% increase in net revenues to RMB116.9 million for Q2 2024, with package tour revenues rising by 28.6% year-over-year, and net income reaching a record high of RMB43.0 million compared to just RMB0.2 million in Q2 2023.

Future Outlook: The company anticipates generating between RMB183.5 million and RMB192.4 million in net revenues for Q3 2024, reflecting a projected 3% to 8% year-over-year growth, while also continuing its share repurchase program.

Earnings Announcement: Tuniu Corporation plans to release its unaudited financial results for Q2 2024 on August 6, 2024, before market opening, followed by an earnings conference call at 8:00 am U.S. Eastern Time.

Company Overview: Tuniu is a leading online leisure travel company in China, offering a range of travel services and solutions through its website and mobile platform, supported by a dedicated customer service network.