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Core Viewpoint - Activist investor Pleasant Lake Partners disclosed a 9.7% stake in African e-commerce platform Jumia, which reported a significant 25% increase in Q3 revenue, reaching $45.6 million [1] Group 1 - Pleasant Lake Partners holds a 9.7% stake in Jumia [1] - Jumia's Q3 revenue increased by 25% [1] - Jumia's Q3 revenue reached $45.6 million [1]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue for Q3 2025 reached $45.6 million, up 25% year over year, or up 22% on a constant currency basis [18] - Adjusted EBITDA loss improved to $14 million compared to $17 million in the same quarter last year [10] - Loss before income tax was $17.7 million, a 1% decrease year over year [10][24] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Physical goods GMV grew by 26% year over year, and by 37% when excluding corporate sales [4][7] - First-party sales increased by 54% year over year, driven by strong momentum with key international brands [20] - Marketing and advertising revenue totaled $1.3 million, down 24% year over year [19] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Active customers increased by 22% year over year, marking the highest increase in the past three years [7] - Orders from up-country regions represented 60% of total volume this quarter, up from 54% in the same quarter last year [11] - Nigeria's physical goods orders were up 30% year over year, while Kenya saw a 56% increase [12][13] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to achieve full-year profitability by 2027, focusing on efficiency, disciplined execution, and strategic investments [5][27] - Jumia is phasing out non-core digital transactions to streamline operations and enhance efficiency [6] - The company is expanding its logistics and commercial infrastructure to serve secondary cities and rural regions [11] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving full-year guidance, citing strong customer demand and operational improvements [9][27] - The competitive environment remains stable, with some global entrants pulling back in markets like Nigeria [16] - Management highlighted the importance of adapting to local market conditions to maintain a competitive edge [55] Other Important Information - The average order value for physical goods in Q3 2025 was $35, down from $38 in Q3 2024 [8] - The total headcount declined by 7% since December 2024, reflecting a leaner organization [10] - The liquidity position at the end of Q3 was $82.5 million, including $81.5 million in cash [24] Q&A Session Summary Question: Guidance for PBT and cost management - Management expects significant acceleration in usage in Q4 due to strong seasonality, with further growth in usage likely to bring economies of scale on fulfillment costs [33][34] Question: Working capital movements for Q4 - Management indicated that they do not expect significant changes in working capital dynamics for Q4, as they can ramp up inventory much faster now [36][39] Question: October order and GMV growth - Management confirmed that the above 30% growth in October reflects continued momentum, but they remain cautious about setting expectations for the entire quarter [42][43] Question: Competitive environment and supply access - Management noted that international platforms are facing challenges in Africa due to operational difficulties, while Jumia's localized model provides a competitive advantage [52][55] Question: Advertising monetization opportunities - Management sees significant upside potential in advertising revenue, aiming to reach around 2% of GMV in the future, driven by better tools and execution [87][88]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue for Q3 2025 reached $45.6 million, up 25% year-over-year, or up 22% on a constant currency basis [18] - Adjusted EBITDA loss improved to $14 million compared to $17 million in the same quarter last year [10] - Loss before income tax was $17.7 million, a 1% decrease year-over-year, or an 8% decline on a constant currency basis [10][24] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Physical goods GMV grew by 26% year-over-year, adjusting for perimeter effects, and by 37% when excluding corporate sales [4][7] - First-party sales revenue was $23.8 million, up 54% year-over-year, driven by strong momentum with key international brands [20] - Third-party sales were $19 million, up 5% year-over-year, or 2% on a constant currency basis [18] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Active customers increased by 22% year-over-year, marking the highest increase in the past three years [7] - Orders from up-country regions represented 60% of total volume this quarter, up from 54% in the same quarter last year [11] - Nigeria's physical goods orders were up 30% year-over-year, while GMV increased by 43% [12] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to achieve full-year profitability by 2027, focusing on driving profitable growth through efficiency and strategic investments [5][27] - Jumia is phasing out non-core digital transactions to streamline operations and enhance organizational efficiency [6] - The company is expanding its logistics and commercial infrastructure to serve secondary cities and rural regions, which are driving some of the fastest growth [11] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving full-year guidance, citing strong customer demand and operational improvements [9][27] - The competitive environment remains stable, with some global entrants pulling back, allowing Jumia to gain local market share [16] - Management highlighted the importance of adapting to local market conditions, which presents challenges for international platforms [53][55] Other Important Information - The average order value for physical goods in Q3 2025 stood at $35, down from $38 in Q3 2024 [8] - The company ended Q3 2025 with a liquidity position of $82.5 million, including $81.5 million in cash and cash equivalents [24] - Fulfillment cost per order decreased by 22% year-over-year to $1.86, driven by structural efficiencies [10] Q&A Session Summary Question: Guidance for PBT and cost attribution - Management expects significant acceleration in usage in Q4 due to strong seasonality, which will translate into revenue and monetization [33] - Fulfillment cost per order is expected to remain at the new baseline of $1.86, reflecting improved efficiency [34] Question: Working capital movements for Q4 - Management indicated that they do not expect significant changes in working capital dynamics for Q4, as they can ramp up inventory faster [39] Question: October order and GMV growth - Management confirmed that the above 30% growth in October is indicative of continued momentum, but they remain cautious about expectations for the full quarter [43] Question: Competitive environment and supply access - Management noted that international platforms are facing challenges in Africa due to logistics and customs issues, which Jumia is well-positioned to navigate [53][55] Question: Advertising monetization opportunities - Management sees significant upside potential in advertising revenue, aiming to reach around 2% of GMV in the mid to long term [87][88]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue for Q3 2025 reached $45.6 million, up 25% year over year, with first-party sales representing 52% of total revenue [7][16] - Adjusted EBITDA loss improved to $14 million compared to $17 million in the same quarter last year, reflecting operating leverage and cost discipline [9][20] - Loss before income tax was $17.7 million, a 1% decrease year over year [9][20] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Physical goods GMV grew by 26% year over year, and by 37% when excluding corporate sales [6][7] - Adjusted for perimeter effects, physical goods orders grew 34% year over year, driven by strong consumer demand and improved product offerings [5][6] - Marketing and advertising revenue totaled $1.3 million, down 24% year over year, reflecting lower spending from large sellers [17][55] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Nigeria saw physical goods orders up 30% year over year, with GMV up 43% [11] - Kenya experienced physical goods orders up 56% year over year, driven by up-country expansion [11] - Ghana delivered outstanding performance with physical goods orders up 94% year over year and GMV increasing 157% [14] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to achieve full-year profitability by 2027, focusing on profitable growth through efficiency and strategic investments [5][23] - Continued emphasis on up-country expansion to unlock opportunities beyond major urban centers [10][52] - The company is phasing out non-core digital transactions to streamline operations and enhance efficiency [6] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving full-year guidance, citing strong customer demand and operational improvements [8][23] - The competitive environment remains stable, with some global entrants pulling back, allowing the company to gain local market share [15][39] - Management highlighted the importance of adapting to local market conditions to maintain a competitive edge [39][40] Other Important Information - The average order value for physical goods in Q3 2025 was $35, down from $38 in Q3 2024, mainly due to reduced corporate sales in Egypt [7][18] - The total headcount declined by 7% to just over 2,010 employees, reflecting a leaner organization [9][21] - The company launched Jumia Instant, offering four-hour delivery in Nairobi, to compete with quick delivery platforms [12][42] Q&A Session Summary Question: Guidance for PBT and cost management - Management expects significant acceleration in usage in Q4 due to strong seasonality, which will translate into revenue and monetization [26][27] - Fulfillment cost per order is expected to remain at the new baseline of $1.86, reflecting improved efficiency [28] Question: Working capital movements for Q4 - Management indicated that they do not expect significant changes in working capital dynamics for Q4, as they can ramp up inventory faster [30][31] Question: October order and GMV growth - Management confirmed that the above 30% growth in October is indicative of continued momentum, but they remain cautious about expectations for the full quarter [32][33] Question: Supply access in Q4 - Management noted that currency stability is positively impacting supply, with increased willingness from local and international sellers to commit inventory to Africa [35][36] Question: Competitive environment - Management observed reduced marketing investment from international platforms, indicating challenges for them in operating at scale in Africa [37][38] Question: Advertising monetization opportunities - Management sees significant upside potential in advertising revenue, aiming to reach around 2% of GMV in the mid to long term [55][56]

Financial Performance - Q3 2025 revenue reached $45.6 million, a 25% year-over-year increase[9] - Q3 2025 GMV totaled $197.2 million, representing a 21% year-over-year growth[9] - Loss before income tax improved to $17.7 million in Q3 2025[7], a 1% year-over-year improvement[9] - Adjusted EBITDA loss was $14.0 million in Q3 2025, compared to $17.0 million in Q3 2024[9, 69] Usage and Customer Metrics - Physical goods orders increased by 34% year-over-year in Q3 2025[7, 20] - Quarterly Active Customers for physical goods grew by 23% year-over-year[7, 17] - Cash burn increased to $15.8 million in Q3 2025, compared to $12.4 million in Q2 2025[7, 9] Regional Performance - Nigeria showed strong momentum, with physical goods orders up 30% and GMV up 43% year-over-year[7] - Egypt's physical goods GMV, excluding corporate sales, grew by 44% year-over-year[25, 26] Future Outlook - The company is on track for targeted full-year 2027 profitability[7] - The company forecasts Loss before Income tax to be between negative $50 million and negative $55 million for full-year 2025[62]

Core Insights - Jumia Technologies AG reported a 25% year-over-year revenue growth for Q3 2025, reaching $45.6 million compared to $36.4 million in Q3 2024 [1] - The company experienced a 21% growth in Gross Merchandise Volume (GMV) during the same period, indicating strong operational performance [1] - Revenue growth was 22% when adjusted for constant currency, highlighting the company's resilience in various market conditions [1] Financial Performance - Q3 2025 revenue: $45.6 million, up from $36.4 million in Q3 2024, representing a 25% increase [1] - GMV growth of 21% year-over-year, showcasing an increase in transaction volume [1] - Constant currency revenue growth of 22%, reflecting stable performance across different currencies [1]

Lagos, November 12, 2025 – Jumia Technologies AG (NYSE: JMIA) ("Jumia" or the "Company") announced today its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2025. Exhibit 99.1 Jumia Reports Third Quarter 2025 Results Jumia Delivers 25% Revenue Growth And 21% GMV Growth; Accelerating Usage Growth And Progress in Operational Efficiency Financial highlights for the third quarter 2025 Business highlights for the third quarter 2025 Unless otherwise stated, all reported KPIs are for physical goods and ...

Core Insights - Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Jumia Technologies AG regarding potential securities fraud or unlawful business practices [1] - Aletheia Capital downgraded Jumia from Buy to Sell due to concerns about its net working capital position, considering recent improvements as temporary and unsustainable [2] - Following the downgrade, Jumia's ADR price fell by $1.13, or 9.51%, closing at $10.75 on October 17, 2025 [2] Company Overview - Jumia Technologies AG is listed on the NYSE under the ticker JMIA and operates in the e-commerce sector [1] - The company has faced scrutiny regarding its financial practices and stock valuation compared to peers [2] Legal Context - Pomerantz LLP is recognized for its expertise in corporate, securities, and antitrust class litigation, having a history of recovering significant damages for victims of securities fraud [3]

Core Viewpoint - Jumia Technologies AG is set to release its third quarter 2025 results on November 12, 2025, before the U.S. market opens [1] Company Announcement - The results will be announced prior to the U.S. market opening on November 12, 2025 [1] - Management will conduct a conference call at 8:30am ET on the same day to discuss the quarterly results [1]