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Dec 31, 2024
Kingsoft Cloud Q4 2024 Earnings Report
Kingsoft Cloud reported strong revenue growth and achieved its first-ever positive non-GAAP operating profit in Q4 2024.
Key Takeaways
Kingsoft Cloud saw significant revenue growth driven by AI cloud services, improved profitability metrics, and positive momentum in ecosystem partnerships during Q4 2024.
Revenue grew to $305,802,000 in Q4 2024, driven by demand for AI and enterprise cloud projects.
First-ever positive non-GAAP operating profit of $3,339,000 achieved.
AI business billing increased by triple digits YoY, reaching RMB474 million.
Revenue from Xiaomi and Kingsoft Group increased by 76% YoY, supporting ecosystem strategy.
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Forward Guidance
The company expects continued strong growth fueled by AI cloud demand and ecosystem expansion, while focusing on profitability and cost control.
Positive Outlook
- Expansion into AI verticals with growing adoption.
- Sustained triple-digit growth in AI business gross billing.
- Strong ecosystem support with long-term agreements from Xiaomi and Kingsoft Group.
- Continued focus on cost efficiency and revenue mix optimization.
- Positive cash flow and improved liquidity position.
Challenges Ahead
- High depreciation costs due to AI server investments.
- Continued net losses on a GAAP basis.
- Exposure to foreign exchange fluctuations.
- Competitive pressure in public cloud markets.
- Potential volatility in enterprise cloud demand.
Revenue & Expenses
Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income