Core Insights - Meituan reported Q2 2025 revenue of 91.8 billion RMB, a year-on-year increase of 11.7% [1] - The Meituan app surpassed 500 million monthly active users, with annual transaction frequency reaching a historical high [1] - CEO Wang Xing emphasized the importance of technology innovation and ecosystem development to enhance value for partners and promote sustainable industry growth [1] Financial Performance - The core local commerce segment generated revenue of 65.3 billion RMB, reflecting a 7.7% year-on-year growth [1] - New business segment revenue reached 26.5 billion RMB, up 22.8%, with losses narrowing to 1.9 billion RMB [3] Market Position and Competition - Meituan maintained its market leadership in the instant delivery sector, achieving a peak daily order volume of over 150 million in July [1] - The company has partnered with over 800 leading restaurant brands to open more than 5,500 satellite stores, aiming to exceed 10,000 by year-end [2] User Engagement and Service Expansion - The "flash purchase" service has seen strong growth, with a significant extension of consumer scenarios beyond food to include electronics and beauty products [2] - The number of orders for in-store services grew by over 40% year-on-year, with active merchant numbers reaching new highs [2] Social Responsibility and Support Initiatives - Meituan has implemented full coverage of work injury insurance for riders in 17 provinces and cities since July 1 [4] - The company plans to expand its rider pension insurance subsidy nationwide by the end of the year, benefiting over one million riders [4] Safety and Quality Initiatives - Meituan is advancing the "Internet + Bright Kitchen" model, with 117,000 merchants adopting live streaming for transparency in food safety [5] - The company plans to invest in building 1,200 "Raccoon Canteens" over the next three years to enhance food delivery quality [5] Research and Development - Meituan's R&D investment reached 6.3 billion RMB, a 17.2% increase year-on-year [6] - The company has launched 64 drone delivery routes in major cities, completing over 600,000 orders [6]

Core Financial Performance - Meituan reported Q2 2025 revenue of 91.8 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 11.7% [1] - Net profit for Q2 2025 was 365.3 million yuan, down from 11.4 billion yuan in the same period of 2024; adjusted net profit was 1.5 billion yuan, compared to 13.6 billion yuan in 2024 [1] Core Local Business - Revenue from Meituan's core local business segment grew by 7.7% year-on-year to 65.3 billion yuan [2] - Operating profit for this segment decreased by 75.6% year-on-year to 3.7 billion yuan, with an operating margin decline of 19.4 percentage points to 5.7% [2] New Business Segment - Revenue from Meituan's new business segment increased by 22.8% year-on-year to 26.5 billion yuan [2] - Operating loss for this segment widened by 43.1% year-on-year to 1.9 billion yuan, although the operating loss margin improved by 3.1 percentage points to 7.1% [2] Other Income - Other net income for Q2 2025 was 808 million yuan, compared to 630.6 million yuan in the same period of 2024; this change was primarily due to a shift from foreign exchange losses to gains, partially offset by a decrease in fair value changes and income from investment products [3]

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[Performance Announcement Summary](index=1&type=section&id=%E6%91%98%E8%A6%81) Meituan's Q2 2025 revenue grew 11.7% to RMB 91.8 billion, but operating profit significantly declined by 98.0% due to intense competition in core local commerce and expanded losses from new business overseas expansion [Financial Summary](index=1&type=section&id=%E8%B2%A1%E5%8B%99%E6%A6%82%E8%A6%81) Meituan's Q2 2025 revenue grew 11.7% to RMB 91.8 billion, but operating profit plummeted 98.0% to RMB 226 million due to intensified competition and new business expansion losses, with adjusted EBITDA and net profit also significantly declining Q2 2025 Key Financial Data (YoY) | Indicator | June 30, 2025 (RMB thousands) | June 30, 2024 (RMB thousands) | YoY Change (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Revenue | 91,840,480 | 82,251,077 | 11.7% | | Operating Profit | 226,350 | 11,256,889 | (98.0%) | | Profit for the Period | 365,296 | 11,352,338 | (96.8%) | | Adjusted EBITDA | 2,781,961 | 14,997,268 | (81.5%) | | Adjusted Net Profit | 1,493,035 | 13,606,256 | (89.0%) | H1 2025 Key Financial Data (YoY) | Indicator | June 30, 2025 (RMB thousands) | June 30, 2024 (RMB thousands) | YoY Change (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Revenue | 178,397,606 | 155,526,961 | 14.7% | | Operating Profit | 10,792,460 | 16,466,281 | (34.5%) | | Profit for the Period | 10,422,176 | 16,721,317 | (37.7%) | | Adjusted EBITDA | 15,083,647 | 23,067,611 | (34.6%) | | Adjusted Net Profit | 12,441,539 | 21,094,650 | (41.0%) | - As of June 30, 2025, the company held **RMB 101.7 billion** in cash and cash equivalents and **RMB 69.4 billion** in short-term investments[13](index=13&type=chunk) [Business Summary](index=6&type=section&id=%E6%9C%AC%E5%85%AC%E5%8F%B8%E6%A5%AD%E5%8B%99%E6%A6%82%E8%A6%81) Core local commerce revenue grew 7.7% but operating profit fell 75.6% due to intense competition, while new business revenue rose 22.8% with expanded losses from overseas expansion, as the company innovates supply-side, enhances rider welfare, upgrades flash purchase, and leverages AI for in-store services - Core local commerce revenue increased by **7.7%** to **RMB 65.3 billion**, but operating profit decreased by **75.6%** to **RMB 3.7 billion**, with operating margin falling **19.4 percentage points** to **5.7%**, primarily due to irrational competition[14](index=14&type=chunk) - New initiatives revenue grew by **22.8%** to **RMB 26.5 billion**, but operating loss expanded by **43.1%** to **RMB 1.9 billion**, mainly due to accelerated overseas expansion[20](index=20&type=chunk) - The company's strategy focuses on "Retail + Tech," enhancing operational efficiency and empowering merchants through innovative models like AI operating assistants, brand satellite stores, and flash warehouses, while continuously improving rider welfare and consumer experience[15](index=15&type=chunk)[16](index=16&type=chunk)[17](index=17&type=chunk)[18](index=18&type=chunk)[19](index=19&type=chunk)[21](index=21&type=chunk) [Q2 2025 vs Q2 2024 Comparison](index=9&type=section&id=2025%E5%B9%B4%E7%AC%AC%E4%BA%8C%E5%AD%A3%E5%BA%A6%E8%88%872024%E5%B9%B4%E7%AC%AC%E4%BA%8C%E5%AD%A3%E5%BA%A6%E7%9A%84%E6%AF%94%E8%BC%83) This section compares Meituan's financial performance in Q2 2025 against Q2 2024, detailing changes in revenue, costs, operating profit, and net profit [Revenue](index=10&type=section&id=%E6%94%B6%E5%85%A5) Q2 2025 total revenue increased by 11.7% to RMB 91.8 billion, with core local commerce revenue up 7.7% despite increased subsidies, and new business revenue up 22.8% driven by grocery retail and overseas expansion Q2 2025 Revenue by Segment and Type (YoY) | Revenue Type | Core Local Commerce (2025) (RMB thousands) | New Initiatives (2025) (RMB thousands) | Total (2025) (RMB thousands) | Core Local Commerce (2024) (RMB thousands) | New Initiatives (2024) (RMB thousands) | Total (2024) (RMB thousands) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Delivery Services | 23,655,555 | – | 23,655,555 | 23,021,272 | – | 23,021,272 | | Commissions | 24,950,978 | 1,520,537 | 26,471,515 | 22,108,369 | 716,909 | 22,825,278 | | Online Marketing Services | 13,547,279 | 102,478 | 13,649,757 | 12,262,733 | 97,115 | 12,359,848 | | Other Services and Sales | 3,193,471 | 24,870,182 | 28,063,653 | 3,289,484 | 20,755,195 | 24,044,679 | | **Total Revenue** | **65,347,283** | **26,493,197** | **91,840,480** | **60,681,858** | **21,569,219** | **82,251,077** | - Core local commerce revenue increased by **7.7%**, primarily driven by increased transaction volume, but delivery service revenue growth was limited by significantly increased subsidies[26](index=26&type=chunk) - New initiatives revenue increased by **22.8%**, primarily benefiting from grocery retail business growth and overseas business development[26](index=26&type=chunk) [Costs and Expenses](index=11&type=section&id=%E6%88%90%E6%9C%AC%E5%8F%8A%E9%96%8B%E6%94%AF) In Q2 2025, cost of revenue and sales & marketing expenses significantly increased by 27.0% and 51.8% respectively, driven by higher rider subsidies, business expansion, and intensified market competition, while R&D expenses rose 17.2% due to increased AI investment Q2 2025 Cost and Expense Details (YoY) | Cost and Expense | June 30, 2025 (RMB thousands) | % of Revenue (2025) | June 30, 2024 (RMB thousands) | % of Revenue (2024) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Cost of Revenue | 61,426,477 | 66.9% | 48,361,233 | 58.8% | | Sales and Marketing Expenses | 22,518,913 | 24.5% | 14,832,448 | 18.0% | | Research and Development Expenses | 6,260,087 | 6.8% | 5,339,680 | 6.5% | | General and Administrative Expenses | 2,678,950 | 2.9% | 2,694,931 | 3.3% | - Cost of revenue increased by **27.0%**, rising **8.1 percentage points** to **66.9%** of revenue, primarily due to increased instant delivery transactions, higher rider subsidies, and expansion in grocery retail and overseas businesses[29](index=29&type=chunk) - Sales and marketing expenses increased by **51.8%**, rising **6.5 percentage points** to **24.5%** of revenue, mainly due to increased promotion, advertising, and user incentive expenses driven by intense competition in food delivery and instant retail businesses[30](index=30&type=chunk) - Research and development expenses increased by **17.2%** to **RMB 6.3 billion**, primarily due to increased company-level investment in AI[31](index=31&type=chunk) [Operating Profit](index=13&type=section&id=%E7%BB%8F%E8%90%A5%E6%BA%A2%E5%88%A9) Q2 2025 operating profit significantly decreased by 98.0% to RMB 226 million, with operating margin falling to 0.2%, driven by a 75.6% decline in core local commerce profit due to lower gross margin and increased user incentives, and a 43.1% expansion in new business losses from overseas costs Q2 2025 Operating Profit/(Loss) by Segment (YoY) | Segment | June 30, 2025 (RMB thousands) | % of Revenue (2025) | June 30, 2024 (RMB thousands) | % of Revenue (2024) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Core Local Commerce | 3,721,130 | 5.7% | 15,233,585 | 25.1% | | New Initiatives | (1,881,318) | (7.1%) | (1,314,359) | (6.1%) | | Unallocated Items | (1,613,462) | Not Applicable | (2,662,337) | Not Applicable | | **Total Operating Profit** | **226,350** | **0.2%** | **11,256,889** | **13.7%** | - Core local commerce operating profit decreased by **75.6%**, with operating margin falling **19.4 percentage points** to **5.7%**, primarily due to lower gross margin and increased transaction user incentives and promotion expenses to enhance user stickiness and consolidate market position[38](index=38&type=chunk) - New initiatives operating loss increased by **43.1%**, with operating loss margin rising **1.0 percentage point** to **7.1%**, primarily due to increased costs related to overseas operations[38](index=38&type=chunk) [Profit for the Period](index=14&type=section&id=%E6%9C%9F%E5%85%A7%E6%BA%A2%E5%88%A9) Q2 2025 profit for the period was RMB 365 million, a significant decrease from RMB 11.4 billion in Q2 2024, primarily due to a substantial reduction in operating profit, lower share of profits from equity-accounted investments, and reduced income tax expense - Profit for the period was **RMB 365 million**, compared to **RMB 11.4 billion** in the same period of 2024, primarily impacted by a significant decrease in operating profit[41](index=41&type=chunk) - Share of profits from investments accounted for using the equity method decreased from **RMB 341 million** to **RMB 89.2 million**, reflecting fluctuations in the financial performance of investees[39](index=39&type=chunk) - Income tax expense decreased from **RMB 305 million** to **RMB 28.4 million**, primarily due to profit fluctuations in certain entities[40](index=40&type=chunk) [Q2 2025 vs Q1 2025 Comparison](index=15&type=section&id=2025%E5%B9%B4%E7%AC%AC%E4%BA%8C%E5%AD%A3%E5%BA%A6%E8%88%872025%E5%B9%B4%E7%AC%AC%E4%B8%80%E5%AD%A3%E5%BA%A6%E7%9A%84%E6%AF%94%E8%BC%83) This section compares Meituan's financial performance in Q2 2025 against Q1 2025, detailing changes in revenue, costs, operating profit, and net profit [Revenue](index=16&type=section&id=%E6%94%B6%E5%85%A5_QoQ) Q2 2025 total revenue increased by 6.1% quarter-over-quarter to RMB 91.8 billion, with core local commerce revenue up 1.6% despite increased subsidies, and new business revenue up 19.2% driven by grocery retail, overseas expansion, and seasonal factors Q2 2025 Revenue by Segment and Type (QoQ) | Revenue Type | Core Local Commerce (Q2 2025) (RMB thousands) | New Initiatives (Q2 2025) (RMB thousands) | Total (Q2 2025) (RMB thousands) | Core Local Commerce (Q1 2025) (RMB thousands) | New Initiatives (Q1 2025) (RMB thousands) | Total (Q1 2025) (RMB thousands) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Delivery Services | 23,655,555 | – | 23,655,555 | 25,722,683 | – | 25,722,683 | | Commissions | 24,950,978 | 1,520,537 | 26,471,515 | 24,051,420 | 1,155,584 | 25,207,004 | | Online Marketing Services | 13,547,279 | 102,478 | 13,649,757 | 11,862,473 | 84,548 | 11,947,021 | | Other Services and Sales | 3,193,471 | 24,870,182 | 28,063,653 | 2,688,138 | 20,992,280 | 23,680,418 | | **Total Revenue** | **65,347,283** | **26,493,197** | **91,840,480** | **64,324,714** | **22,232,412** | **86,557,126** | - Core local commerce revenue increased by **1.6%** quarter-over-quarter, primarily due to increased transaction volume, but offset by increased subsidies to counter intense competition[46](index=46&type=chunk) - New initiatives revenue increased by **19.2%** quarter-over-quarter, primarily due to revenue growth in grocery retail and overseas businesses, as well as seasonal factors for certain new initiatives[46](index=46&type=chunk) [Costs and Expenses](index=17&type=section&id=%E6%88%90%E6%9C%AC%E5%8F%8A%E9%96%8B%E6%94%AF_QoQ) In Q2 2025, cost of revenue and sales & marketing expenses increased quarter-over-quarter by 13.5% and 44.8% respectively, driven by higher rider subsidies, grocery retail expansion, and increased promotion expenses due to market competition, while R&D expenses rose 8.5% due to AI investment and employee compensation Q2 2025 Cost and Expense Details (QoQ) | Cost and Expense | June 30, 2025 (RMB thousands) | % of Revenue (2025) | March 31, 2025 (RMB thousands) | % of Revenue (2025) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Cost of Revenue | 61,426,477 | 66.9% | 54,143,437 | 62.6% | | Sales and Marketing Expenses | 22,518,913 | 24.5% | 15,550,016 | 18.0% | | Research and Development Expenses | 6,260,087 | 6.8% | 5,772,030 | 6.7% | | General and Administrative Expenses | 2,678,950 | 2.9% | 2,627,017 | 3.0% | - Cost of revenue increased by **13.5%** quarter-over-quarter, rising **4.3 percentage points** to **66.9%** of revenue, primarily due to higher rider subsidies and expansion in grocery retail business[49](index=49&type=chunk) - Sales and marketing expenses increased by **44.8%** quarter-over-quarter, rising **6.5 percentage points** to **24.5%** of revenue, primarily due to business development and increased promotion, advertising, and user incentive expenses to counter intense competition[50](index=50&type=chunk) - Research and development expenses increased by **8.5%** to **RMB 6.3 billion**, primarily due to increased company-level investment in AI and higher employee compensation expenses[51](index=51&type=chunk) [Operating Profit](index=19&type=section&id=%E7%BB%8F%E8%90%A5%E6%BA%A2%E5%88%A9_QoQ) Q2 2025 operating profit significantly decreased quarter-over-quarter to RMB 226 million, with operating margin falling to 0.2%, driven by a 72.4% decline in core local commerce profit due to lower gross margin and increased user incentives, while new business operating loss narrowed by 17.2% due to improved operational and marketing efficiency Q2 2025 Operating Profit/(Loss) by Segment (QoQ) | Segment | June 30, 2025 (RMB thousands) | % of Revenue (2025) | March 31, 2025 (RMB thousands) | % of Revenue (2025) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Core Local Commerce | 3,721,130 | 5.7% | 13,491,480 | 21.0% | | New Initiatives | (1,881,318) | (7.1%) | (2,273,267) | (10.2%) | | Unallocated Items | (1,613,462) | Not Applicable | (652,103) | Not Applicable | | **Total Operating Profit** | **226,350** | **0.2%** | **10,566,110** | **12.2%** | - Core local commerce operating profit decreased by **72.4%** quarter-over-quarter, with operating margin falling **15.3 percentage points** to **5.7%**, primarily due to lower gross margin and increased transaction user incentives and promotion & advertising expenses to enhance user stickiness and consolidate market position[58](index=58&type=chunk) - New initiatives operating loss narrowed by **17.2%** quarter-over-quarter, with operating loss margin improving **3.1 percentage points** to **7.1%**, primarily due to enhanced operational and marketing efficiency in grocery retail and certain new initiatives[58](index=58&type=chunk) [Profit for the Period](index=20&type=section&id=%E6%9C%9F%E5%85%A7%E6%BA%A2%E5%88%A9_QoQ) Q2 2025 profit for the period was RMB 365 million, a significant decrease from RMB 10.1 billion in Q1 2025, primarily due to a substantial reduction in operating profit, increased share of profits from equity-accounted investments, and reduced income tax expense - Profit for the period was **RMB 365 million**, compared to **RMB 10.1 billion** in Q1 2025, primarily impacted by a significant decrease in operating profit[61](index=61&type=chunk) - Share of profits from investments accounted for using the equity method increased from **RMB 18.5 million** to **RMB 89.2 million**, reflecting fluctuations in the financial performance of investees[59](index=59&type=chunk) - Income tax expense decreased from **RMB 544 million** to **RMB 28.4 million**, primarily due to profit fluctuations in certain entities[60](index=60&type=chunk) [Reconciliation of Non-IFRS Measures](index=20&type=section&id=%E9%9D%9E%E5%9C%8B%E9%9A%9B%E8%B2%A1%E5%8B%99%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9C%83%E8%A8%88%E6%BA%96%E5%89%87%E8%A8%88%E9%87%8F%E8%88%87%E6%9C%80%E8%BF%91%E7%9A%84%E6%A0%B9%E6%93%9A%E5%9C%8B%E9%9A%9B%E8%B2%A1%E5%8B%99%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9C%83%E8%A8%88%E6%BA%96%E5%89%87%E7%B7%A8%E8%A3%BD%E7%9A%84%E8%A8%88%E9%87%8F%E4%B9%8B%E9%96%93%E7%9A%84%E8%AA%BF%E7%AF%80) This section provides a reconciliation of non-IFRS financial measures, such as adjusted EBITDA and adjusted net profit, to their closest IFRS equivalents, highlighting adjustments for non-cash or one-off items [Reconciliation of Non-IFRS Measures to IFRS Measures](index=20&type=section&id=%E9%9D%9E%E5%9C%8B%E9%9A%9B%E8%B2%A1%E5%8B%99%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9C%83%E8%A8%88%E6%BA%96%E5%89%87%E8%A8%88%E9%87%8F%E8%88%87%E6%9C%80%E8%BF%91%E7%9A%84%E6%A0%B9%E6%93%9A%E5%9C%8B%E9%9A%9B%E8%B2%A1%E5%8B%99%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9C%83%E8%A8%88%E6%BA%96%E5%89%87%E7%B7%A8%E8%A3%BD%E7%9A%84%E8%A8%88%E9%87%8F%E4%B9%8B%E9%96%93%E7%9A%84%E8%AA%BF%E7%AF%80) The company uses adjusted EBITDA and adjusted net profit as supplementary financial measures to eliminate the impact of non-operating, non-cash, or one-off items, including share-based compensation, intangible asset amortization, depreciation, and fair value changes, for better period-over-period operational comparison - Adjusted EBITDA and adjusted net profit are non-IFRS measures used to eliminate the potential impact of non-cash or one-off items and certain investment transactions for better comparison of operating performance[62](index=62&type=chunk) Q2 2025 Reconciliation of Non-IFRS Measures (YoY and QoQ) | Indicator | June 30, 2025 (RMB thousands) | June 30, 2024 (RMB thousands) | March 31, 2025 (RMB thousands) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Profit for the Period | 365,296 | 11,352,338 | 10,056,880 | | Adjusted Net Profit | 1,493,035 | 13,606,256 | 10,948,504 | | Adjusted EBITDA | 2,781,961 | 14,997,268 | 12,301,686 | H1 2025 Reconciliation of Non-IFRS Measures (YoY) | Indicator | June 30, 2025 (RMB thousands) | June 30, 2024 (RMB thousands) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Profit for the Period | 10,422,176 | 16,721,317 | | Adjusted Net Profit | 12,441,539 | 21,094,650 | | Adjusted EBITDA | 15,083,647 | 23,067,611 | [Liquidity and Capital Resources](index=23&type=section&id=%E6%B5%81%E5%8B%95%E8%B3%87%E9%87%91%E5%8F%8A%E8%B3%87%E6%9C%AC%E8%B3%87%E6%BA%90) This section details Meituan's liquidity position, including cash and cash equivalents, short-term investments, cash flow activities, and capital-to-debt ratio [Cash and Cash Equivalents and Short-term Investments](index=23&type=section&id=%E7%8F%BE%E9%87%91%E5%8F%8A%E7%8F%BE%E9%87%91%E7%AD%89%E5%83%B9%E7%89%A9%E5%92%8C%E7%9F%AD%E6%9C%9F%E7%90%86%E8%B2%A1%E6%8A%95%E8%B3%87) As of June 30, 2025, Meituan held substantial cash and cash equivalents of RMB 101.7 billion and short-term investments of RMB 69.4 billion, indicating strong liquidity - As of June 30, 2025, the company held **RMB 101.7 billion** in cash and cash equivalents and **RMB 69.4 billion** in short-term investments[13](index=13&type=chunk)[67](index=67&type=chunk) [Cash Flow](index=23&type=section&id=%E7%8F%BE%E9%87%91%E6%B5%81%E9%87%8F) In Q2 2025, net cash inflow from operating activities was RMB 4.8 billion, net cash outflow from investing activities was RMB 5.5 billion for investments and property, and net cash outflow from financing activities was RMB 12.3 billion due to convertible bond redemption Q2 2025 Cash Flow (RMB thousands) | Cash Flow Type | For the Three Months Ended June 30, 2025 | | :--- | :--- | | Net Cash Flow from Operating Activities | 4,773,442 | | Net Cash Flow (Used in)/from Investing Activities | (5,541,880) | | Net Cash Flow Used in Financing Activities | (12,323,701) | | Net (Decrease)/Increase in Cash and Cash Equivalents | (13,092,139) | | Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Period | 101,656,333 | - Net cash inflow from operating activities in Q2 2025 was **RMB 4.8 billion**, primarily attributable to profit before income tax and an increase in certain current liabilities[13](index=13&type=chunk)[69](index=69&type=chunk) - Net cash outflow from investing activities in Q2 2025 was **RMB 5.5 billion**, primarily for the purchase of wealth management investments and property, plant, and equipment[70](index=70&type=chunk) - Net cash outflow from financing activities in Q2 2025 was **RMB 12.3 billion**, primarily due to the redemption of convertible bonds[71](index=71&type=chunk) [Capital-to-Debt Ratio](index=24&type=section&id=%E8%B3%87%E6%9C%AC%E8%B2%A0%E5%82%B5%E6%AF%94%E7%8E%87) As of June 30, 2025, Meituan's capital-to-debt ratio was approximately 24%, indicating a moderate level of financial leverage - As of June 30, 2025, the capital-to-debt ratio was approximately **24%**, calculated as total borrowings and bills payable divided by total equity attributable to the company's equity holders[72](index=72&type=chunk) [Financial Statements](index=25&type=section&id=%E8%B2%A1%E5%8B%99%E8%B3%87%E6%96%99) This section presents Meituan's interim condensed consolidated financial statements, including the income statement, comprehensive income statement, statement of financial position, and cash flow statement [Interim Condensed Consolidated Statement of Profit or Loss](index=25&type=section&id=%E4%B8%AD%E6%9C%9F%E7%B0%A1%E6%98%8E%E7%B6%9C%E5%90%88%E6%94%B6%E7%9B%8A%E8%A1%A8) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, Meituan's revenue grew 14.7% to RMB 178.4 billion, but operating profit decreased 34.5% to RMB 10.79 billion, and profit for the period fell 37.7% to RMB 10.42 billion, with basic earnings per share at RMB 1.72 H1 2025 Interim Condensed Consolidated Statement of Profit or Loss Summary (YoY) | Indicator | June 30, 2025 (RMB thousands) | June 30, 2024 (RMB thousands) | | :--- | :--- | | Revenue | 178,397,606 | 155,526,961 | | Cost of Revenue | (115,569,914) | (95,940,377) | | Gross Profit | 62,827,692 | 59,586,584 | | Operating Profit | 10,792,460 | 16,466,281 | | Profit for the Period | 10,422,176 | 16,721,317 | | Basic Earnings Per Share (RMB) | 1.72 | 2.70 | | Diluted Earnings Per Share (RMB) | 1.61 | 2.58 | [Interim Condensed Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income](index=26&type=section&id=%E4%B8%AD%E6%9C%9F%E7%B0%A1%E6%98%8E%E7%B6%9C%E5%90%88%E5%85%A8%E9%9D%A2%E6%94%B6%E7%9B%8A%E8%A1%A8) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, Meituan's total comprehensive income for the period was RMB 8.45 billion, a significant decrease from RMB 17.14 billion in 2024, primarily due to a substantial shift from currency translation gains to losses, partially offsetting other comprehensive income fluctuations H1 2025 Interim Condensed Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income Summary (YoY) | Indicator | June 30, 2025 (RMB thousands) | June 30, 2024 (RMB thousands) | | :--- | :--- | | Profit for the Period | 10,422,176 | 16,721,317 | | Other Comprehensive (Loss)/Income for the Period | (1,967,739) | 419,235 | | **Total Comprehensive Income for the Period** | **8,454,437** | **17,140,552** | | Currency Translation Differences (reclassifiable to profit or loss) | 1,986,670 | (3,193,369) | | Currency Translation Differences (not reclassifiable to profit or loss) | (3,247,352) | 3,955,336 | [Interim Condensed Consolidated Statement of Financial Position](index=27&type=section&id=%E4%B8%AD%E6%9C%9F%E7%B0%A1%E6%98%8E%E7%B6%9C%E5%90%88%E8%B2%A1%E5%8B%99%E7%8B%80%E6%B3%81%E8%A1%A8) As of June 30, 2025, Meituan's total assets increased to RMB 330.2 billion and total equity to RMB 184.3 billion, with a significant rise in cash and cash equivalents and a decrease in short-term investments, while total liabilities slightly decreased, notably in non-current bills payable June 30, 2025 Interim Condensed Consolidated Statement of Financial Position Summary (vs December 31, 2024) | Indicator | June 30, 2025 (RMB thousands) | December 31, 2024 (RMB thousands) | | :--- | :--- | | **Total Assets** | **330,198,175** | **324,354,917** | | Non-current Assets | 112,804,812 | 114,620,056 | | Current Assets | 217,393,363 | 209,734,861 | | Cash and Cash Equivalents | 101,656,333 | 70,834,097 | | Short-term Investments | 69,361,319 | 97,409,161 | | **Total Equity** | **184,297,564** | **172,604,078** | | **Total Liabilities** | **145,900,611** | **151,750,839** | | Non-current Liabilities | 33,422,224 | 43,815,199 | | Current Liabilities | 112,478,387 | 107,935,640 | [Interim Condensed Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows](index=29&type=section&id=%E4%B8%AD%E6%9C%9F%E7%B0%A1%E6%98%8E%E7%B6%9C%E5%90%88%E7%8F%BE%E9%87%91%E6%B5%81%E9%87%8F%E8%A1%A8) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, net cash inflow from operating activities was RMB 14.9 billion, net cash inflow from investing activities was RMB 29.2 billion, and net cash outflow from financing activities was RMB 12.8 billion, with cash and cash equivalents increasing to RMB 101.7 billion at period-end H1 2025 Interim Condensed Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows Summary (YoY) | Cash Flow Type | June 30, 2025 (RMB thousands) | June 30, 2024 (RMB thousands) | | :--- | :--- | | Net Cash Flow from Operating Activities | 14,904,570 | 25,038,337 | | Net Cash Flow from Investing Activities | 29,209,440 | 28,571,875 | | Net Cash Flow Used in Financing Activities | (12,830,170) | (32,413,691) | | Net Increase in Cash and Cash Equivalents | 31,283,840 | 21,196,521 | | Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Period | 101,656,333 | 54,704,168 | [Notes to Financial Information](index=30&type=section&id=%E8%B2%A1%E5%8B%99%E8%B3%87%E6%96%99%E9%99%84%E8%A8%BB) This section provides detailed notes to the interim financial information, covering general information, accounting policies, segment information, cost breakdowns, and other financial disclosures [General Information, Basis of Preparation and Presentation](index=30&type=section&id=%E4%B8%80%E8%88%AC%E8%B3%87%E6%96%99%E3%80%81%E7%B7%A8%E8%A3%BD%E5%8F%8A%E5%91%88%E5%88%97%E5%9F%BA%E6%BA%96) Meituan was incorporated in the Cayman Islands on September 25, 2015, with B shares listed on the HKEX main board, and its interim condensed financial information is prepared under IAS 34, presented in RMB, and should be read with the 2024 annual report - Meituan was incorporated in the Cayman Islands on September 25, 2015, and its Class B shares have been listed on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange since September 20, 2018[78](index=78&type=chunk) - The interim condensed financial information is prepared in accordance with International Accounting Standard 34 and presented in RMB, and should be read in conjunction with the 2024 annual report[78](index=78&type=chunk) [Changes in Accounting Policies and Disclosures](index=30&type=section&id=%E6%9C%83%E8%A8%88%E6%94%BF%E7%AD%96%E5%8F%8A%E6%8A%AB%E9%9C%B2%E8%AE%8A%E5%8B%95) Effective January 1, 2025, the company first adopted IAS 21 (amended) "Lack of Exchangeability," which had no significant financial impact on the interim condensed consolidated financial information - The company first adopted International Accounting Standard 21 (amended) "Lack of Exchangeability" effective January 1, 2025[79](index=79&type=chunk) - The adoption of the new amendment had no significant financial impact on the interim condensed consolidated financial information[79](index=79&type=chunk) [Segment Information](index=31&type=section&id=%E5%88%86%E9%83%A8%E8%B3%87%E6%96%99) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, core local commerce generated RMB 129.7 billion in revenue and RMB 17.2 billion in operating profit, while new initiatives recorded RMB 48.7 billion in revenue with an operating loss of RMB 4.15 billion, and unallocated items resulted in a loss of RMB 2.27 billion H1 2025 Revenue and Operating Profit/(Loss) by Segment (YoY) | Segment | Core Local Commerce (2025) (RMB thousands) | New Initiatives (2025) (RMB thousands) | Unallocated Items (2025) (RMB thousands) | Total (2025) (RMB thousands) | Core Local Commerce (2024) (RMB thousands) | New Initiatives (2024) (RMB thousands) | Unallocated Items (2024) (RMB thousands) | Total (2024) (RMB thousands) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Revenue | 129,671,997 | 48,725,609 | – | 178,397,606 | 115,307,565 | 40,219,396 | – | 155,526,961 | | Operating Profit/(Loss) | 17,212,610 | (4,154,585) | (2,265,565) | 10,792,460 | 24,932,432 | (4,071,258) | (4,394,893) | 16,466,281 | - Unallocated items primarily include share-based compensation expenses, amortization of intangible assets arising from acquisitions, fair value changes of financial investments measured at fair value, certain items of other gains/(losses) net, and certain corporate administrative expenses[9](index=9&type=chunk)[80](index=80&type=chunk) [Details of Costs and Expenses](index=32&type=section&id=%E6%88%90%E6%9C%AC%E5%8F%8A%E9%96%8B%E6%94%AF%E6%98%8E%E7%B4%B0) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, major cost and expense items included logistics expenses of RMB 69.8 billion, transaction costs of RMB 30.8 billion, and promotion, advertising, and user incentive expenses of RMB 24.8 billion H1 2025 Details of Costs and Expenses (RMB thousands) | Expense Type | June 30, 2025 | June 30, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Logistics Expenses | 69,837,205 | 57,477,992 | | Transaction Costs | 30,774,887 | 22,147,932 | | Promotion, Advertising and User Incentives | 24,792,180 | 16,600,385 | | Employee Benefit Expenses | 22,771,806 | 22,361,745 | | Outsourcing Costs | 6,656,215 | 6,885,191 | | Depreciation of Property, Plant and Equipment | 4,536,656 | 3,818,732 | | Amortization of Intangible Assets | 126,459 | 118,457 | | Auditor's Remuneration | 15,913 | 19,807 | [Other Gains, Net](index=32&type=section&id=%E5%85%B6%E4%BB%96%E6%94%B6%E7%9B%8A%E6%B7%A8%E9%A1%8D_Note) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, other gains, net, totaled RMB 2.23 billion, primarily comprising fair value changes and gains from wealth management investments of RMB 1.12 billion and net exchange gains of RMB 830 million H1 2025 Details of Other Gains, Net (YoY) | Item | June 30, 2025 (RMB thousands) | June 30, 2024 (RMB thousands) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Fair Value Changes and Gains from Wealth Management Investments | 1,121,380 | 2,147,663 | | Net Exchange Gains/(Losses) | 833,190 | (166,024) | | Others | 271,547 | 40,865 | | **Total** | **2,226,117** | **2,022,504** | [Earnings Per Share](index=33&type=section&id=%E6%AF%8F%E8%82%A1%E7%9B%88%E5%88%A9) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, basic earnings per share were RMB 1.72 and diluted earnings per share were RMB 1.61, both decreasing year-over-year, with calculations reflecting the dilutive effect of share options and restricted share units H1 2025 Earnings Per Share (YoY) | Indicator | June 30, 2025 | June 30, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Profit for the Period Attributable to Equity Holders of the Company (RMB thousands) | 10,421,644 | 16,720,459 | | Weighted Average Number of Ordinary Shares in Issue (thousands) | 6,061,019 | 6,195,147 | | **Basic Earnings Per Share (RMB)** | **1.72** | **2.70** | | Diluted Earnings Per Share (RMB) | 1.61 | 2.58 | [Income Tax Expense](index=34&type=section&id=%E6%89%80%E5%BE%97%E7%A8%85%E9%96%8B%E6%94%AF_Note) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, income tax expense totaled RMB 572 million, comprising current income tax expense of RMB 462 million and deferred income tax expense of RMB 110 million H1 2025 Income Tax Expense (YoY) | Item | June 30, 2025 (RMB thousands) | June 30, 2024 (RMB thousands) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Current Income Tax Expense | 462,298 | 290,362 | | Deferred Income Tax Expense | 109,993 | 127,016 | | **Total** | **572,291** | **417,378** | [Trade Receivables](index=34&type=section&id=%E8%B2%BF%E6%98%93%E6%87%89%E6%94%B6%E6%AC%BE%E9%A0%85) As of June 30, 2025, net trade receivables increased to RMB 3.14 billion from December 31, 2024, with most receivables aged within three months and credit terms typically not exceeding 180 days Trade Receivables (RMB thousands) | Item | June 30, 2025 | December 31, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Trade Receivables | 3,579,900 | 3,170,119 | | Less: Impairment Allowance | (438,638) | (517,073) | | **Net** | **3,141,262** | **2,653,046** | Ageing Analysis of Trade Receivables (RMB thousands) | Ageing | June 30, 2025 | December 31, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Within 3 Months | 2,775,177 | 2,274,723 | | 3 to 6 Months | 260,297 | 306,678 | | 6 Months to 1 Year | 90,833 | 61,492 | | Over 1 Year | 14,955 | 10,153 | | **Total** | **3,141,262** | **2,653,046** | [Trade Payables](index=35&type=section&id=%E8%B2%BF%E6%98%93%E6%87%89%E4%BB%98%E6%AC%BE%E9%A0%85) As of June 30, 2025, total trade payables increased to RMB 29.25 billion from December 31, 2024, with the majority aged within three months Ageing Analysis of Trade Payables (RMB thousands) | Ageing | June 30, 2025 | December 31, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Within 3 Months | 28,059,011 | 24,515,415 | | 3 to 6 Months | 685,247 | 278,013 | | 6 Months to 1 Year | 210,491 | 133,986 | | Over 1 Year | 298,537 | 265,735 | | **Total** | **29,253,286** | **25,193,149** | [Dividends](index=35&type=section&id=%E8%82%A1%E6%81%AF) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, and the year ended December 31, 2024, Meituan neither paid nor declared any dividends - For the six months ended June 30, 2025, and the year ended December 31, 2024, the company neither paid nor declared any dividends[90](index=90&type=chunk) [Other Information](index=36&type=section&id=%E5%85%B6%E4%BB%96%E4%BF%A1%E6%81%AF) This section covers additional corporate information, including share repurchases, audit committee review, auditor procedures, corporate governance compliance, and forward-looking statements [Share Repurchase](index=36&type=section&id=%E8%B3%BC%E8%B2%B7%E3%80%81%E5%87%BA%E5%94%AE%E6%88%96%E8%B3%96%E5%9B%9E%E6%9C%AC%E5%85%AC%E5%8F%B8%E7%9A%84%E4%B8%8A%E5%B8%82%E8%AD%89%E5%88%B8%E6%88%96%E5%87%BA%E5%94%AE%E5%BA%AB%E5%AD%98%E8%82%A1%E4%BB%BD) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, Meituan repurchased 3,018,700 Class B shares on the Stock Exchange for HKD 392 million, aiming to create value for the company and shareholders, with the same number of shares held for cancellation as of that date May 2025 Share Repurchase Details | Repurchase Month | Number of Shares Repurchased | Price Paid Per Share (Highest) (HKD) | Price Paid Per Share (Lowest) (HKD) | Total Consideration (HKD) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | May | 3,018,700 | 132.40 | 122.60 | 391,791,941.21 | | **Total** | **3,018,700** | | | **391,791,941.21** | - The share repurchases are intended to benefit the company and create value for shareholders[91](index=91&type=chunk) - As of June 30, 2025, the company held **3,018,700** Class B shares for cancellation[91](index=91&type=chunk) [Audit Committee](index=36&type=section&id=%E5%AF%A9%E6%A0%B8%E5%A7%94%E5%93%A1%E6%9C%83) The Audit Committee reviewed the company's unaudited interim condensed financial information for the three and six months ended June 30, 2025, and regularly met with management, auditors, and internal audit personnel to discuss accounting principles, internal controls, and financial reporting matters - The Audit Committee has reviewed the company's unaudited interim condensed financial information for the three and six months ended June 30, 2025[93](index=93&type=chunk) - The Committee regularly meets with management, auditors, and internal audit personnel to discuss accounting principles, internal controls, and financial reporting matters[93](index=93&type=chunk) [Auditor's Procedures on Results Announcement](index=36&type=section&id=%E6%A0%B8%E6%95%B8%E5%B8%AB%E5%B0%8D%E6%A5%AD%E7%B8%BE%E5%85%AC%E5%91%8A%E5%9F%B7%E8%A1%8C%E7%9A%84%E7%A8%8B%E5%BA%8F) The auditor has reviewed the company's unaudited interim condensed financial information for the six months ended June 30, 2025, in accordance with International Standard on Review Engagements 2410 - The auditor has reviewed the company's unaudited interim condensed financial information for the six months ended June 30, 2025, in accordance with International Standard on Review Engagements 2410[94](index=94&type=chunk) [Compliance with Corporate Governance Code](index=37&type=section&id=%E9%81%B5%E5%AE%88%E4%BC%81%E6%A5%AD%E7%AE%A1%E6%B2%BB%E5%AE%88%E5%89%87) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, the company complied with all code provisions of the Corporate Governance Code, except for the combined roles of Chairman and CEO held by Mr. Wang Xing, which the company believes ensures consistent internal leadership and efficient strategic planning - For the six months ended June 30, 2025, the company complied with all code provisions of the Corporate Governance Code, except for code provision C.2.1[97](index=97&type=chunk) - The roles of Chairman and Chief Executive Officer are combined and held by Mr. Wang Xing, an arrangement the Board believes ensures consistent internal leadership and more effective and efficient overall strategic planning[97](index=97&type=chunk) [Compliance with Standard Securities Dealing Code for Directors](index=37&type=section&id=%E9%81%B5%E5%AE%88%E8%91%A3%E4%BA%8B%E9%80%B2%E8%A1%8C%E8%AD%89%E5%88%B8%E4%BA%A4%E6%98%93%E7%9A%84%E6%A8%99%E6%BA%96%E5%AE%88%E5%89%87) All directors confirmed compliance with the required standards for securities transactions by directors as set out in the Standard Code for the six months ended June 30, 2025 - All directors have confirmed compliance with the required standards for securities transactions by directors as set out in the Standard Code for the six months ended June 30, 2025[98](index=98&type=chunk) [Forward-Looking Statements](index=38&type=section&id=%E5%89%8D%E7%9E%BB%E6%80%A7%E9%99%B3%E8%BF%B0) This announcement contains forward-looking statements regarding the company's business outlook, financial performance forecasts, business plan projections, and development strategies, which are based on current information and expectations but involve significant risks and uncertainties, thus investors should not unduly rely on them - This announcement contains forward-looking statements related to the company's business outlook, financial performance forecasts, business plan projections, and development strategies[100](index=100&type=chunk) - These forward-looking statements are based on certain expectations, assumptions, and premises that are subjective or beyond the company's control, involving significant risks and uncertainties, and investors should not unduly rely on them[100](index=100&type=chunk) [Definitions](index=39&type=section&id=%E9%87%8B%E7%BE%A9) This section defines key terms and abbreviations used in the announcement, including corporate governance, financial reporting standards, share types, currencies, and business metrics such as active merchants, gross transaction value, instant delivery transactions, transacting users, and transactions, to ensure accurate understanding of the report content - Definitions are provided for general terms such as the company's articles of association, audit, Board, Corporate Governance Code, share types, and currencies[101](index=101&type=chunk)[102](index=102&type=chunk) - Key business metrics such as "active merchants," "gross transaction value," "instant delivery transactions," "transacting users," and "transactions" are defined to clarify their specific meanings in the report[103](index=103&type=chunk)

Core Insights - Meituan has launched a partner recruitment initiative for its centralized takeout kitchen brand "Raccoon Kitchen," initially limited to five cities: Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Hangzhou [1][2] - The company plans to invest in the establishment of 1,200 "Raccoon Kitchen" locations across the country over the next three years, following a successful trial operation that began in July [1] Investment Requirements - Partners are required to have an initial investment of approximately 1.5 million yuan per store, with at least 1 million yuan in cash or asset proof [1] - Partners must secure locations in popular takeout districts, with a building area of 500-1,000 square meters and a remaining lease term of no less than eight years [1] Operational Structure - The partnership model for "Raccoon Kitchen" differs from traditional franchise models, where partners are responsible for securing locations, renovation, and assisting with necessary permits for incoming food vendors [2] - Meituan will handle recruitment, pricing, marketing, on-site management, and training, while the basic salary for store managers will be covered by the partners [2] Financial Incentives - Meituan has introduced promotional policies to waive or limit certain fees for partners during the initial recruitment phase [1]

Core Insights - Meituan has launched a partner recruitment program for its centralized takeout kitchen brand "Raccoon Canteen," initially limited to cities like Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Hangzhou [1] - The company aims to invest in building 1,200 "Raccoon Canteen" locations across the country over the next three years, with 10 stores already operational as of July [1] - The partnership model differs from traditional franchising, with partners responsible for site acquisition and renovation, while Meituan handles marketing, pricing, and management [2] Summary by Sections Partner Recruitment - "Raccoon Canteen" has opened its first round of franchise opportunities, focusing on single-store partnerships without regional agents [1] - Initial investment requirements for partners include approximately 1.5 million CNY per store, with at least 1 million CNY in cash or asset proof needed [1] Operational Details - Partners must secure properties in popular takeout areas, with a size of 500-1,000 square meters and a lease term of at least 8 years [1] - Additional operational funds of around 1 million CNY are recommended for partners, alongside various fees for brand management and support [1] Business Model - Meituan emphasizes a non-competitive stance, stating it will not self-operate or compete with merchants [2] - The partnership model allows Meituan to manage key operational aspects while partners cover basic staff salaries [2]

Core Viewpoint - Meituan is facing user complaints regarding delayed refunds for group purchase vouchers, leading to accusations of "false refunds" and prompting the company to take action to trace each order [1][2]. Group 1: Refund Issues - A significant number of users reported that their group purchase vouchers did not automatically refund as promised, with some orders showing "refund successful" or "under review" status while the funds did not reach their accounts [1]. - Meituan's customer service announced the establishment of a special team to address refund issues and has optimized the information display for refund processes, allowing users to check the status of refunds for orders placed after 2017 [2]. Group 2: Types of Refund Problems - The refund issues are categorized into two main types: 1. Delayed updates on the refund process information, causing user misunderstandings. The technical team has improved the display of refund information for orders after 2017, while users can inquire about historical orders before 2017 through customer service [2]. 2. A smaller number of cases where users' bank accounts or third-party payment tools encountered issues, preventing refunds from being processed back to the original payment method. In such cases, refunds will be credited to the user's Meituan balance, and the company will reach out to users with canceled or abnormal accounts to facilitate refunds [2].

Core Insights - Meituan's instant retail platform, Meituan Flash Purchase, is undergoing a significant upgrade with the launch of its new service platform "Flash Help" to enhance its product and service system [1][3] - The upgrade aims to support the growth of flash warehouse merchants and improve the overall supply chain efficiency, moving away from price competition to a focus on operational excellence and differentiated product offerings [3][4] Group 1: Supply Chain and Merchant Support - The competitive landscape for flash warehouse merchants has intensified, requiring them to focus on operational efficiency and supply chain capabilities rather than just acquiring traffic [4][6] - Meituan Flash Purchase's research indicates that convenience store-type warehouses may need to connect with thousands of suppliers, highlighting the complexity of daily operations [4][5] - The "Flash Help" platform aims to provide systematic solutions to support the ecosystem's health and sustainability by enhancing the capabilities of service providers [6][9] Group 2: Business Opportunities in Instant Retail - The rise of instant retail creates three new business opportunities: 1. Service providers (or pallet merchants) can establish themselves by offering multidimensional services to flash warehouse merchants, including product selection and after-sales support [12][13] 2. Brand owners can leverage instant retail to expand their market presence, utilizing high-quality service providers to efficiently distribute products and gather consumer data [16][17] 3. Small and medium-sized flash warehouse merchants can benefit from the operational support provided by "Flash Help," allowing them to focus on business management rather than logistics [18][19] Group 3: Platform Evolution and Market Dynamics - The core competitive advantage in the instant retail sector is shifting from rapid market entry to the ability to organize a responsive and low-loss supply chain network [20] - The evolution of service providers from simple suppliers to integral operational partners is crucial for enhancing the resilience of flash warehouse merchants in a competitive environment [22][23] - The launch of "Flash Help" represents a significant step in Meituan Flash Purchase's efforts to streamline supply chain management and improve the overall retail ecosystem [23]

Core Viewpoint - The recent complaints from Meituan users regarding unreceived refunds have raised concerns about the reliability of electronic payment systems on internet platforms [1][2] Group 1: User Complaints and Refund Issues - Users have reported that refunds initiated years ago, particularly between 2014 and 2019, have not been received, leading to widespread self-audits of transaction histories [2][3] - Meituan's official response indicated that refund issues stem from two main categories: delays in displaying refund progress and anomalies in users' payment channels, which may result in refunds being credited to Meituan balances instead of original payment methods [2][5] - A user discovered over 30 orders from 2015 to 2017 marked as "refund failed," and after following up, was able to recover over 1,000 yuan in delayed refunds [3][5] Group 2: Types of Refund Problems - Refund issues are categorized into four types: failed refunds that can be manually re-initiated, orders still showing as "in refund," completed refunds with zero amounts, and refunds that appear completed but have not actually been received by users [3][4] - Users have reported discrepancies in refund amounts displayed at different times, indicating potential system errors [3] Group 3: Impact on User Trust and Customer Service - Following the complaints, there was a significant increase in user inquiries to Meituan's customer service, with reports of long wait times and high volumes of users seeking assistance [5] - Some users found that refunds had been credited to their Meituan balances without their knowledge, leading to confusion and dissatisfaction regarding the refund process [5][6] Group 4: Historical Context and System Issues - An employee from Meituan's transaction system indicated that the refund issues may be due to historical system bugs or third-party payment SDK vulnerabilities, complicating the refund process [6][7] - The refund situation has highlighted the historical challenges Meituan faced in establishing a compliant payment system, with past incidents of refunds being mismanaged before the company obtained the necessary payment licenses [7][8]