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Dec 31, 2024
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VNET Q4 2024 Earnings Report

VNET reported strong revenue growth in Q4 2024, driven by its wholesale IDC business, and returned to profitability with a net income of $0.47 million.

Key Takeaways

VNET Group delivered a solid Q4 2024, with total revenue increasing by 18.3% year-over-year to $307.8 million. The company's wholesale IDC business was the main growth driver, surging 125.4%. Net income improved significantly compared to the prior-year period's large loss. The company also secured several major capacity expansion agreements, positioning itself for future growth.

Total revenue increased 18.3% year-over-year to $307.8 million.

Wholesale IDC business revenue surged 125.4% to $91.1 million.

Net income improved to $0.47 million from a net loss of $332 million in Q4 2023.

Adjusted EBITDA rose 63.8% year-over-year to $98.8 million.

Total Revenue
CNÂ¥2.23B
Previous year: CNÂ¥1.87B
+19.3%
EPS
CNÂ¥0.0723
Previous year: -CNÂ¥3.41
-102.1%
Adjusted EBITDA
CNÂ¥721M
Previous year: CNÂ¥60.3M
+1096.2%
Adjusted EBITDA Margin
32.1%
Previous year: 23.2%
+38.4%
Wholesale IDC Revenue Growth
125.4%
Gross Profit
CNÂ¥500M
Previous year: CNÂ¥286M
+75.0%
Cash and Equivalents
CNÂ¥2.06B
Previous year: CNÂ¥5.46B
-62.3%
Total Assets
CNÂ¥32.1B
Previous year: CNÂ¥30.4B
+5.3%

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Forward Guidance

VNET expects strong growth in 2025, driven by AI-driven demand for high-performance data centers. The company forecasts total revenue growth of 10% to 13% and adjusted EBITDA growth of 11% to 14%.

Positive Outlook

  • Total net revenue expected to grow by 10% to 13% in 2025.
  • Adjusted EBITDA projected to rise by 11% to 14%.
  • AI-driven demand expected to drive further IDC growth.
  • Strong new capacity commitments secured for future expansion.
  • Company remains confident in the long-term growth of the China market.

Challenges Ahead

  • Retail IDC segment showed a slight decline in revenue.
  • Utilization rate of ramp-up wholesale capacity remains low at 34.0%.
  • Net cash from operations declined compared to Q4 2023.
  • Increased general and administrative expenses impacted margins.
  • High competition in the IDC sector could pressure pricing.

Revenue & Expenses

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