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Dec 31, 2024

Xunlei Q4 2024 Earnings Report

Xunlei reported increased subscription and live-streaming revenues but recorded an operating loss in Q4 2024.

Key Takeaways

Xunlei's Q4 2024 revenue increased 9.3% year-over-year, driven by strong growth in subscription and live-streaming services. However, a decline in cloud computing revenue and an impairment charge to goodwill led to a net loss of $9.9 million. Non-GAAP net income was positive at $11.3 million, highlighting the strength of the core business. The company remains focused on subscription growth and expanding its digital content ecosystem.

Total revenue increased by 9.3% YoY to $84.3 million.

Cloud computing revenue declined 25.6% YoY to $22.7 million.

Net loss was $9.9 million due to a $20.7 million goodwill impairment.

Non-GAAP net income rose to $11.3 million from $4.5 million in Q4 2023.

Total Revenue
$84.3M
Previous year: $76.9M
+9.7%
EPS
$0.18
Previous year: $0.069
+160.9%
Gross Profit Margin
51.7%
Cloud Computing Revenue Decline
-25.6%
Total Subscribers
6.38M
Gross Profit
$43.6M
Previous year: $40.1M
+8.8%
Cash and Equivalents
$288M
Previous year: $272M
+5.7%
Total Assets
$474M
Previous year: $469M
+1.1%

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Forward Guidance

Xunlei expects modest revenue growth in Q1 2025, driven by an expanding subscription base and live-streaming revenues, while continuing to face challenges in cloud computing.

Positive Outlook

  • Expected Q1 2025 revenue between $85 million and $89 million.
  • Continued growth in subscription services with 6.38 million subscribers.
  • Acquisition of Hupu expected to enhance the content ecosystem.
  • Expansion of overseas live-streaming business.
  • Strategic focus on leveraging emerging technologies for user engagement.

Challenges Ahead

  • Continued decline in cloud computing revenue due to competition.
  • High goodwill impairment charges impacting net income.
  • Regulatory uncertainties in China's digital content sector.
  • Increased sales and marketing expenses for user acquisition.
  • Market volatility potentially affecting revenue stability.

Revenue & Expenses

Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income