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Mar 31

Kanzhun Q1 2025 Earnings Report

Kanzhun reported solid top-line and bottom-line growth in Q1 2025 with record user engagement and strong cost discipline.

Key Takeaways

Kanzhun delivered a strong quarter with rising revenues, robust net income, and improved operating efficiency. The company's user engagement hit a record high, reflecting successful strategic execution.

Revenue reached $265 million, driven by growth in paid enterprise customers.

Net income surged to $70.6 million, more than doubling from the previous year.

Monthly active users hit a record 57.6 million, showing strong platform engagement.

Cost control initiatives significantly improved the adjusted operating margin to 36%.

Total Revenue
$265M
Previous year: $237M
+11.8%
EPS
$0.24
Previous year: $0.16
+50.0%
Monthly active users
57.6M
Previous year: 46.6M
+23.6%
Paid enterprise customers
6.4M
Previous year: 5.7M
+12.3%
Cash and Equivalents
$385M
Previous year: $1.65B
-76.6%
Total Assets
$2.81B
Previous year: $2.59B
+8.5%

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Forward Guidance

Kanzhun expects Q2 2025 revenues to grow moderately, reflecting steady user and customer expansion.

Positive Outlook

  • Revenue forecast between RMB 2.05B and RMB 2.08B (~$282.5M–$286.6M)
  • Growth momentum sustained by enterprise customer expansion
  • Seasonal post-holiday job-seeking activity remains strong
  • AI adoption improving recruitment efficiency and engagement
  • User acquisition cost efficiency continues to improve

Challenges Ahead

  • Guidance growth rate moderates compared to Q1
  • Macro uncertainty in China could impact enterprise budgets
  • Competition in online recruitment intensifying
  • Seasonal fluctuations post-Q1 peak may dampen activity
  • Dependence on consumer confidence for job market activity