Core Insights - Huya Inc. has reported a return to growth with total net revenues increasing by approximately 10% year-over-year for Q3 2025, driven by stabilization in live streaming revenues and growth in game-related services, advertising, and other initiatives [3][6]. Financial Performance - Total net revenues for Q3 2025 reached RMB 1,688.3 million (US$ 237.1 million), up 9.8% from RMB 1,537.7 million in Q3 2024 [6][10]. - Live streaming revenues increased by 2.6% to RMB 1,156.7 million (US$ 162.5 million) compared to RMB 1,127.5 million in Q3 2024, attributed to higher average spending per paying user [6][10]. - Game-related services, advertising, and other revenues surged by 29.6% to RMB 531.6 million (US$ 74.7 million) from RMB 410.2 million in the same period last year, marking a significant milestone as this segment accounted for over 30% of total net revenues for the first time [4][7][10]. Cost and Profitability - Cost of revenues rose by 9.6% to RMB 1,461.6 million (US$ 205.3 million) due to increased revenue sharing fees and content costs, partially offset by lower bandwidth and server custody fees [8][10]. - Gross profit increased by 11.3% to RMB 226.6 million (US$ 31.8 million), with a gross margin of 13.4%, slightly up from 13.2% in Q3 2024 [9][10]. - Operating loss narrowed to RMB 14.3 million (US$ 2.0 million) from RMB 32.3 million in Q3 2024, indicating improved operational efficiency [12][10]. Income Metrics - Net income attributable to Huya Inc. was RMB 9.6 million (US$ 1.3 million) for Q3 2025, down from RMB 23.6 million in the same period last year [10][14]. - Non-GAAP net income attributable to Huya Inc. was RMB 36.3 million (US$ 5.1 million), compared to RMB 78.0 million in Q3 2024 [10][14]. - Average monthly active users (MAUs) for Q3 2025 stood at 162.3 million, reflecting the company's user engagement [10][22]. Strategic Outlook - The company aims to continue exploring growth opportunities while maintaining prudent cost management and preserving earnings quality [5]. - Huya's strategic transformation over the past two years has led to significant contributions from game-related services and advertising, indicating a successful shift in business focus [4][5].

Core Insights - The 2025 League of Legends World Championship, hosted by Huya HYPER X, has generated significant excitement in Chengdu and Guangzhou, with over 16,000 attendees witnessing T1's unprecedented third consecutive championship victory [1][4][13] Event Overview - The event marks the 15th anniversary of League of Legends, featuring intense competition culminating in a championship match between KT and T1 in Chengdu [4] - Huya's collaboration with League of Legends has led to the organization of three viewing parties in Chengdu and Guangzhou, leveraging the global finals' return to China [4][12] Celebrity Engagement - The event featured popular esports team iG, well-known streamers, and musicians, attracting attention from both the esports and music communities, thus promoting cross-industry interaction [5][8] - Interactive activities included fan engagement with iG players and performances by artists, enhancing the overall atmosphere [5][7] Local Cultural Integration - The Chengdu viewing party incorporated local elements such as themed parties and creative activities, providing a unique experience that blends esports with local culture [8] - In the Greater Bay Area, the event showcased local traditions and cultural interactions, merging esports with regional heritage [10] Innovative Event Structure - The event transformed traditional viewing into a multi-dimensional celebration, combining esports, cultural activities, and entertainment, thus setting a new standard for urban esports events [12] - Huya's approach emphasizes the integration of esports with local lifestyle, aiming to boost the local economy and cultural tourism [13]

Market Overview - On November 5, the three major U.S. stock indices opened mixed, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average down 0.01%, the S&P 500 down 0.02%, and the Nasdaq Composite up 0.06% [1] - Year-to-date performance shows the Dow Jones up 10.66%, Nasdaq up 20.99%, and S&P 500 up 15.10% [2] Sector Performance - Technology stocks exhibited mixed results, with Micron Technology rising over 2% and Tesla increasing more than 1%, while Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) fell over 2% and Super Micro Computer dropped more than 6% [1] - Chinese concept stocks mostly saw gains, with Canadian Solar (阿特斯太阳能) up over 12% and Huya (虎牙) rising more than 3% [1]

Core Insights - The event focused on the integration of sports consumption and industry development, highlighting trends and innovations in the sports sector [1] - Huya proposed a dual-track esports system combining "School Sports Meets" and "Provincial Sports Meets" to create a comprehensive esports event ecosystem [2] Group 1: Esports Ecosystem Development - Huya aims to leverage traditional sports experiences to enhance the esports industry, suggesting that grassroots events could be the next growth point for esports [2] - The company has established a complete talent pipeline from schools to professional levels through the "Campus Co-Creation Officer Program," which has been implemented in over 800 universities nationwide [2] - Huya's esports strategy includes a youth-oriented team for event execution and campus promotion, ensuring a continuous influx of fresh talent into the esports ecosystem [2] Group 2: Provincial Sports Meets and Community Engagement - The "Provincial Sports Meets" track draws inspiration from traditional sports leagues, creating a city-based esports league system that emphasizes local culture and community involvement [3] - The "Esports Lu Super" event in Shandong, which involved 16 cities, achieved over 1 billion views during its discussions, setting a record for grassroots esports events in China [3] - Huya is committed to evolving esports from mere competitions to integrated cultural products that combine elements of tourism, heritage, consumption, and education [3] Group 3: Regional Development and Cultural Integration - Huya is actively promoting the esports industry in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area through various initiatives, including hosting major esports events and integrating local cultural elements [4] - The company plans to collaborate with major global esports events, such as League of Legends S15, to enhance local engagement and explore the "esports + sports + culture" model [4] - Huya's dual-track system aims to foster a sustainable esports ecosystem supported by government, corporate sponsorship, academic participation, and user co-creation [4]

Summary of Earnings Preview for China Internet and Other Services Industry Overview - The report focuses on the China Internet and Other Services sector, particularly highlighting companies involved in gaming and entertainment, such as Damai Entertainment, 37 Interactive Entertainment, G-bits, Perfect World, IQIYI, JOYY, Huya, and Focus Media [2][10]. Key Company Insights Damai Entertainment (1060.HK) - Forecasted 27% YoY total revenue growth in 1HF26, driven by 90% growth in IP business and 13% growth in offline entertainment [3]. - Expected net profit growth of 45% YoY [3]. 37 Interactive Entertainment (002555.SZ) - Anticipated 14% YoY revenue growth and 30% YoY adjusted net profit growth, attributed to new game releases [4]. G-bits (603444.SS) - Forecast aligns with preliminary announcements, with a focus on deferred revenue and 2026 pipelines [4]. Perfect World (002624.SZ) - Expected 34% revenue growth with a shift from a net loss of Rmb189 in 3Q24 to a net profit of Rmb326 in 3Q25 [5]. IQIYI (IQ.O) - Total revenue expected to be largely flat QoQ (-7% YoY), with a forecasted non-GAAP operating loss of Rmb23 million [6]. - Membership revenue projected to increase by 3% QoQ [6]. JOYY (JOYY.O) - Total revenue expected to grow 6% QoQ (-4% YoY), with net income remaining flat [7]. - Focus on advertising revenue and expense control [7]. Huya (HUYA.N) - Anticipated total revenue rebound in 3Q25 with an 11% YoY increase and a narrowing net loss [7]. Focus Media (002027.SZ) - Forecasted revenue growth of 4% YoY, driven by stronger demand from internet advertisers [8]. - Expected net profit growth of 10% YoY [8]. Financial Metrics and Projections - **Damai Entertainment**: Total revenue projected at Rmb3,879 million for 1HF26, with a normalized net profit margin of 12.8% [14]. - **37IE**: Revenue expected at Rmb4,674 million for 3Q25, with a gross margin of 79% [15]. - **G-bits**: Revenue forecasted at Rmb1,631 million for 3Q25, with a gross margin of 92% [17]. - **Perfect World**: Revenue expected at Rmb1,766 million for 3Q25, with a gross margin of 65% [18]. - **IQIYI**: Total revenues projected at Rmb6,688 million for 3Q25, with a gross profit margin of 18% [20]. - **Huya**: Total revenues expected at USD 1,710 million for 3Q25, with a gross profit margin of 13% [21]. - **JOYY**: Total revenues projected at USD 537 million for 3Q25, with a gross margin of 36% [24]. Additional Insights - The report emphasizes the importance of management comments on revenue growth momentum and normalized margin levels across companies [3][4][5]. - The potential for upside surprises in revenue growth for several companies, particularly in the context of new game releases and advertising demand, is highlighted [12][13]. - The overall industry view remains attractive, with a focus on the evolving landscape and potential regulatory impacts [10]. This summary encapsulates the key points from the earnings preview, providing a comprehensive overview of the anticipated performance and strategic focus of the highlighted companies within the China Internet and Other Services sector.

Core Viewpoint - HUYA Inc. is set to report its third quarter 2025 unaudited financial results on November 12, 2025, before the U.S. market opens, indicating ongoing transparency and engagement with investors [1][2]. Group 1: Financial Reporting - The company will host a Tencent Meeting Webinar at 5:00 a.m. U.S. Eastern Time on November 12, 2025, to discuss its business and financial performance [2]. - Participants can register online to join the webinar, with access information provided via email upon registration [3][4]. Group 2: Company Overview - HUYA Inc. is recognized as a leading provider of game-related entertainment and services, delivering live streaming and video content across various interactive entertainment genres [5]. - The company has developed a robust entertainment ecosystem utilizing AI and advanced technologies, catering to a diverse community of game enthusiasts and industry partners [5]. - HUYA has expanded its services to include game distribution, in-game item sales, and advertising, aiming to meet the evolving needs of gamers and content creators [5].

Market Overview - On October 21, U.S. stock indices opened mixed, with the Dow Jones up by 0.89%, the Nasdaq down by 0.16%, and the S&P 500 up by 0.18% [1][2] Index Performance - Dow Jones Industrial Average: 47,121.38, up 414.80 points (0.89%) [2] - Nasdaq Index: 22,953.11, down 37.43 points (-0.16%) [2] - S&P 500: 6,747.05, up 11.92 points (0.18%) [2] - Nasdaq 100: 25,116.01, down 25.01 points (-0.10%) [2] - Major U.S. tech stocks index down 0.42%, with Amazon leading gains at 2.39% and Google leading losses at 3.3% [2][3] Individual Stock Movements - Amazon (AMZN): $221.65, up 2.39% [3] - Apple (AAPL): $262.90, up 0.25% [3] - Microsoft (MSFT): $517.45, up 0.13% [3] - Tesla (TSLA): $445.73, down 0.38% [3] - Nvidia (NVDA): $181.63, down 0.55% [3] - Beyond Meat surged by 45%, while General Motors rose over 15% after raising its full-year guidance [3] Chinese Stocks Performance - Most Chinese stocks declined, with the Nasdaq China Golden Dragon Index down 0.6% [4] - Notable declines included NIO, Baidu, and Alibaba, each down over 2% [4] - Bilibili rose over 6%, and Huya increased by over 2% [4] Education Sector - The online education sector maintained its upward trend, with Intelligent Future up over 7% and New Oriental up over 4% [4][5] Precious Metals Market - Gold and silver prices fell sharply, with gold dropping to $4,106.82 per ounce, marking a decline of over 6% [6] - Silver also saw a significant drop, falling over 8% [6] - Analysts attributed the decline to profit-taking and a decrease in safe-haven demand due to easing global trade tensions [6] Geopolitical Factors - Changes in the Russia-Ukraine situation have introduced volatility in the gold market, with European leaders supporting a ceasefire and planning to use frozen Russian assets to aid Ukraine [7] - Analysts noted that while ETF holdings of gold have not reached previous peaks, historical trends suggest that buying momentum may eventually turn to selling [7]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The liquidity of the REITs market has bottomed out and rebounded, with two new projects attracting over 200 billion yuan in funds. The first - level market's new - issue enthusiasm remains high, and the overall liquidity has improved, especially in the affordable housing sector [3]. - As of October 10, 2025, 18 REITs have been successfully issued this year, with a scale of 36.34 billion yuan, a year - on - year decrease of 21.5%. Three new - issue and two expansion - issue REITs have made new progress this week [4]. - This week, the CSI REITs Total Return Index closed at 1043.46 points, down 1.44%. The liquidity of both property - type and franchise - type REITs has increased, and the data center sector is the most active. In terms of valuation, the warehousing and logistics, transportation, and park sectors rank among the top [5]. 3. Summary According to the Directory 3.1 First - level Market: Three New - issue Public REITs Made New Progress - As of October 17, 2025, 77 REITs have been issued, with a total issuance scale of 199.6 billion yuan, a total market value of 217.4 billion yuan, and a circulating market value of 108 billion yuan. Among them, property - type REITs account for a large proportion in terms of quantity and scale [16]. - This week, three new - issue REITs made progress: E Fund Guangxi Beitou Expressway REIT has been declared, and China AMC China Overseas Commercial REIT and CITIC Construction Investment Shenyang International Software Park REIT have completed fundraising [4][17]. - Two expansion - issue REITs made progress: China AMC China Resources Commercial REIT has been accepted, and China AMC China Resources Youchao REIT has received feedback [4][18]. 3.2 Second - level Market: Liquidity Bottomed out and Rebounded this Week 3.2.1 Market Review: CSI REITs Total Return Index Fell 1.44% - This week, the CSI REITs Total Return Index closed at 1043.46 points, down 1.44%, outperforming the CSI 300 by 0.78 percentage points and underperforming the CSI Dividend by 2.11 percentage points. Year - to - date, it has risen 7.81%, underperforming the CSI 300 by 6.91 percentage points and outperforming the CSI Dividend by 7.54 percentage points [5]. - By project attribute, property - type REITs fell 2.09%, and franchise - type REITs fell 1.64%. By asset type, the data center, transportation, environmental protection and water services, and park sectors performed better [5]. - Among individual bonds, 4 rose and 70 fell. The top three were Huatai - PineBridge Nanjing Jianye REIT, Southern Runze Technology Data Center REIT, and Huatai - PineBridge Baowan Logistics REIT, while the bottom three were Yin Hua Shaoxing Raw Water Conservancy REIT, Hongtu Shenzhen Anju REIT, and Huatai - PineBridge Baowan Logistics REIT [5]. 3.2.2 Liquidity: Turnover Rate Bottomed out and Rebounded, with the Affordable Housing Sector Improving Most Significantly - The average daily turnover rates of property - type and franchise - type REITs this week were 0.39% and 0.36% respectively, an increase of 8.58 and 4.88 basis points compared to last week. The trading volumes were 366 million and 102 million shares respectively, a week - on - week increase of 28.35% and 15.87% [5][27]. - The data center sector was the most active, and the affordable housing sector had the most significant improvement in liquidity [3][27]. 3.2.3 Valuation: The Affordable Housing Sector has a Higher Valuation - According to the China Bond valuation yield, the yields of property - type and franchise - type REITs are 3.94% and 4.16% respectively. The warehousing and logistics, transportation, and park sectors rank among the top [5][32]. 3.3 This Week's News and Important Announcements - News: The Ministry of Civil Affairs supports the cultivation of pension REITs; 9 departments including the Ministry of Housing and Urban - Rural Development support eligible new - type urban infrastructure to issue REITs; the bid - evaluation result of the financial advisor for Qingcheng Mountain - Dujiangyan Scenic Area REITs has been announced [36]. - Announcements: China AMC Joy City Commercial REIT will conduct a second dividend in 2025; the Q3 operating conditions of AVIC Shougang Green Energy REIT and CITIC Construction Investment Mingyang Smart New Energy REIT have been announced; the strategic placement shares of China Merchants Shekou Rental Housing REIT will be lifted from restrictions [37].

Group 1 - The legal representative of Guangzhou Huya Information Technology Co., Ltd. has changed from Huang Junhong to Li Ping [1] - The board member change occurred on September 9, 2025, with Huang Junhong exiting and Li Ping entering [2] - Huya's Q2 2025 revenue reached 1.57 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 1.95% [2] Group 2 - Revenue from game-related services, advertising, and other businesses was 414 million yuan, showing a year-on-year growth of 34.1% [2] - Non-GAAP net profit for Q2 2025 was 47.5 million yuan, a decline of 51% year-on-year [2] - Live streaming revenue for Q2 2025 was 1.153 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 6.5% [2] Group 3 - Total Monthly Active Users (MAU) for Huya in Q2 2025 reached approximately 160 million [2] - R&D expenses for Q2 2025 were 122 million yuan, down 5.1% year-on-year [2] - Sales and marketing expenses were 57.7 million yuan, a decrease of 6.5% year-on-year, while general and administrative expenses were 63.7 million yuan [2]

Market Performance - On September 11, US stock indices reached historical highs, with the S&P 500 up 0.85%, Nasdaq up 0.72%, and Dow Jones up 1.36% [1] - Major tech stocks showed mixed results, with Micron Technology rising 7.55%, Tesla up 6.04%, and Apple up 1.43%, while Nvidia, Meta, and Amazon saw slight declines [1] Chinese Stocks - The Nasdaq Golden Dragon China Index increased by 2.89%, with notable gains from companies like Global Data and Century Internet, which rose over 14%, and Alibaba, which rose 8% [1] AI Chip Development - Alibaba and Baidu have reportedly begun using self-designed chips for training their AI models, partially replacing Nvidia's chips, although neither company has confirmed this information [1] Unemployment Claims - The number of first-time unemployment claims in the US reached 263,000, marking the highest level since October 2021, with an increase of 27,000 from the previous week [3] Inflation Data - The US Consumer Price Index (CPI) for August showed a month-on-month increase of 0.4% and a year-on-year increase of 2.9%, while the core CPI rose 0.3% month-on-month and 3.1% year-on-year [5] Federal Reserve Expectations - Following the CPI data, the probability of a 25 basis point rate cut by the Federal Reserve in September is estimated at 89.1%, with a 10.9% chance for a 50 basis point cut [5]