Kingsoft Cloud Holdings Limited (NASDAQ:KC) Q2 2023 Earnings Conference Call August 21, 2023 8:15 AM ET Company Participants Nicole Shan - IR Manager Tao Zou - Vice Chairman and CEO Henry He - CFO Conference Call Participants Xiaodan Zhang - CICC Timothy Zhao - Goldman Sachs Allen Li - JPMorgan Operator Good day and thank you for standing by. Welcome to Kingsoft Cloud's Second Quarter 2023 Earnings Conference Call. [Operator Instructions] Please be advised that today's conference is being recorded. I'd now ...

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Kingsoft Cloud Holdings Limited (NASDAQ:KC) Q1 2023 Earnings Conference Call May 23, 2023 8:15 AM ET Company Participants Nicole Shan - Investor Relations Manager Tao Zou - Vice Chairman and Acting Chief Executive Officer Henry He - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Xiaodan Zhang - CICC Brian Gong - Citi Operator Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for standing by, and welcome to Kingsoft Cloud First Quarter 2023 Earnings Conference Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen-only mo ...

Financial Performance - Total revenues decreased from RMB9,060.8 million in 2021 to RMB8,180.1 million (US$1,186.0 million) in 2022, indicating a decline of approximately 9.7% year-over-year[42]. - The company incurred net losses of RMB2,688.4 million (US$389.8 million) in 2022, following losses of RMB1,591.8 million in 2021 and RMB962.2 million in 2020, reflecting a continuous increase in losses[44]. - The company has experienced rapid growth, with total revenues increasing from RMB6,577.3 million in 2020 to RMB9,060.8 million in 2021, before the decline in 2022[42]. - The company has a history of net losses and may not achieve or maintain profitability in the future, which could adversely affect investor perceptions and market price[43]. Cash Flow and Investments - The company has recorded negative cash flows from operating activities historically, which may impact future growth and profitability[32]. - The company expects to continue investing in infrastructure and technology, which may lead to increased costs and expenses without guaranteed revenue growth[44]. - Research and development expenses were RMB775.1 million, RMB1,043.8 million, and RMB971.2 million (US$140.8 million) in 2020, 2021, and 2022, respectively[47]. - Capital expenditures were RMB1,591.6 million, RMB735.4 million, and RMB1,437.4 million (US$208.4 million) in 2020, 2021, and 2022, respectively[47]. - As of December 31, 2022, the company had cash and cash equivalents and short-term investments of RMB4,672.8 million (US$677.5 million)[81]. Regulatory and Compliance Risks - The company faces significant risks related to regulatory approvals and compliance with PRC laws, which could materially affect operations and financial condition[26]. - The company faces challenges from evolving regulatory environments regarding cybersecurity and data protection, which could materially affect business operations[95]. - The Data Security Law in China, effective September 2021, imposes compliance obligations related to data security and privacy[96]. - The Cybersecurity Review Measures, effective February 2022, require cybersecurity reviews for certain data processing activities that may affect national security[97]. - Compliance with newly promulgated laws and regulations may incur significant expenses and impact business practices[102]. Market and Competitive Environment - The competitive market environment poses risks to the company's ability to maintain its growth and financial performance[32]. - The competitive cloud service market requires continuous investment in technology and innovation to maintain market position[52]. - The company relies on the adoption of its cloud products and solutions by a broad array of customers for revenue growth, which may be adversely affected if adoption is slower than expected[72]. Operational Challenges - The company faces significant risks in managing international operations, including increased costs and legal compliance challenges[140]. - The company’s operations are vulnerable to natural disasters, extreme weather, and health epidemics, which could materially impact its business and customer operations[122]. - The onboarding process for new enterprise customers can take several months, impacting the overall sales cycle duration[94]. - The sales cycle for enterprise cloud and digital solutions customers can range from one to six months, leading to delays in revenue recognition[93]. Intellectual Property and Legal Risks - The company has registered 744 patents, 697 trademarks, 734 copyrights, and 125 domain names, highlighting its focus on protecting intellectual property[164]. - The company incorporates open source software in its products, which poses risks of legal challenges and could affect its ability to commercialize its offerings[113]. - The company may face liability from customer activities and content, which could lead to costly litigation and regulatory enforcement actions[151]. Employee and Labor Costs - The company may need to offer higher compensation and benefits to attract and retain qualified employees, which could increase operational costs[135]. - Labor costs in China have been increasing, with expectations for continued growth in average wages, which may adversely affect profitability unless passed on to customers[188]. Strategic Partnerships and Acquisitions - The company acquired controlling interests in Camelot in September 2021 and is still in the process of integrating it into its existing enterprise cloud business[83]. - The company faces risks associated with the integration of Camelot, which may not yield the anticipated benefits or synergies[82]. - The company plans to pursue selective strategic investments and acquisitions to complement its existing business and support growth strategies[125]. Financial Reporting and Internal Controls - The management concluded that internal controls over financial reporting were effective as of December 31, 2022, but future deficiencies could lead to material misstatements[137][138]. Geopolitical and Economic Risks - The company is exposed to risks from geopolitical challenges that could affect international operations and financial results[141]. - International expansion efforts may incur additional costs, impacting revenues and gross margins due to uncertainties in pricing and expenses outside of China[141].

Kingsoft Cloud Holdings Limited (NASDAQ:KC) Q4 2022 Results Conference Call March 29, 2023 8:00 AM ET Company Participants Nicole Shan - IR Manager Tao Zou - VC, CEO Henry He - CFO Conference Call Participants Allen Li - JP Morgan Brian Gong - Citi Timothy Zao - Goldman Sachs Operator Good day, and thank you for standing by. Welcome to the Kingsoft Cloud Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2022 Earnings Conference Call. [Operator Instructions] Please be advised today's conference is being recorded. I'd now like t ...

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Kingsoft Cloud Holdings Limited (NASDAQ:KC) Q3 2022 Earnings Conference Call November 23, 2022 7:00 AM ET Company Participants Nicole Shan - IR Manager Tao Zou - Vice Chairman & CEO Haijian He - CFO Conference Call Participants Thomas Chong - Jefferies Xiaodan Zhang - CICC Joel Ying - Nomura Timothy Zhao - Goldman Sachs Operator Thank you for standing by, and welcome to the Kingsoft Cloud Holdings Third Quarter 2022 Earnings Conference Call. All participants are in a listen-only mode. There will be a presen ...

Kingsoft Cloud Holdings Limited (NASDAQ:KC) Q2 2022 Earnings Conference Call September 6, 2022 8:00 AM ET Company Participants Nicole Shan - Investor Relations Manager Tao Zou - Vice Chairman and CEO Haijian He - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Brian Gong - Citi Thomas Chong - Jefferies Operator Good day and thank you for standing by. Welcome to Kingsoft Cloud's Second Quarter 2022 Earnings Conference Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen-only mode. [Operator Instructions ...

Kingsoft Cloud Holdings Limited (NASDAQ:KC) Q1 2022 Earnings Conference Call June 8, 2022 8:00 AM ET Company Participants Nicole Shan - Investor Relations Manager Yulin Wang - Chief Executive Officer Haijian He - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Thomas Chong - Jefferies Sophie Chang - CICC Kyna Wong - Credit Suisse Joel Ying - Nomura Alex Yao - JP Morgan Thompson Wu - UBS Timothy Chow - Goldman Sachs Operator Good day and thank you for standing by. Welcome to Kingsoft Cloud's First Quart ...