Douyu Q4 2024 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
DouYu's Q4 2024 revenue fell 12.3% YoY to $155.6 million due to a significant drop in livestreaming revenue. The company reported a net loss of $22.4 million, widening from a $9.4 million loss a year ago. Gross profit decreased to $9.6 million, and adjusted net loss reached $9.4 million. Cost reduction efforts were offset by lower user spending and macroeconomic headwinds.
Total revenue declined 12.3% YoY to $155.6 million.
Net loss widened to $22.4 million from $9.4 million in Q4 2023.
Adjusted EPS was -$0.31, down from -$0.16 a year ago.
Innovative business and advertising revenue grew 47.2% YoY to $55.5 million.
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Forward Guidance
DouYu expects revenue declines to persist in the short term due to macroeconomic headwinds and lower user spending but aims to improve margins through cost-cutting measures and AI-driven operational efficiencies.
Positive Outlook
- Revenue from innovative business and advertising grew by 47.2% YoY.
- Company continues optimizing costs and operational efficiencies.
- User engagement initiatives aim to stabilize mobile MAUs.
- AI and automation expected to improve cost management.
- Structural cost reductions expected to improve profitability in 2025.
Challenges Ahead
- Total revenue declined 12.3% YoY, primarily due to livestreaming weakness.
- Net loss widened significantly YoY due to lower revenue and high expenses.
- Gross margin declined to 6.1%, reflecting ongoing profitability challenges.
- Paying users fell to 3.3 million from 3.7 million YoY.
- Short-term revenue expected to remain under pressure due to macroeconomic conditions.
Revenue & Expenses
Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income