JD(US:JD) Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-08-15 01:58Core Insights - JD Group reported strong revenue growth in Q2 2025, with total revenue reaching 356.7 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 22.4%. However, net profit attributable to ordinary shareholders fell to 6.2 billion yuan, down 51% from 12.6 billion yuan in the same period last year due to significant investments in the food delivery business [1][2][5]. Revenue Breakdown - JD Retail generated revenue of 310.1 billion yuan in Q2, up from 257.1 billion yuan year-on-year [2][3]. - JD Logistics reported revenue of 51.6 billion yuan, compared to 44.2 billion yuan in the previous year [2][3]. - New business revenue, including food delivery, surged by 198.8% year-on-year to 13.9 billion yuan, but the operating loss for this segment expanded dramatically to 14.8 billion yuan, with an operating margin of -106.7% [2][3]. Marketing and Investment - Marketing expenses increased significantly to 27 billion yuan, a 127.6% rise from 11.9 billion yuan year-on-year, primarily due to promotional spending for new business initiatives [3][4]. - The company aims to leverage new business investments to overcome growth bottlenecks and create long-term value, despite short-term impacts on profit margins [5]. Food Delivery Business - During the 618 shopping festival, JD's food delivery service achieved over 25 million daily orders, with more than 1.5 million quality merchants onboard and a workforce of over 150,000 full-time delivery riders [4]. - JD plans to open 10,000 new stores under the "Seven Fresh Kitchen" initiative over the next three years, although currently, only one store is operational in Beijing [4]. Global Expansion - JD Logistics has accelerated its internationalization efforts, managing over 130 bonded and overseas warehouses across 23 countries and regions [6][7]. - The company has launched its self-operated delivery brand "JoyExpress" in Saudi Arabia, establishing a complete logistics network for efficient delivery services [7]. Acquisition Strategy - JD has made a public acquisition offer to Ceconomy shareholders, with plans to complete the acquisition by mid-2026, emphasizing its focus on supply chain capabilities in international markets [8][9]. Technology and Innovation - The company is actively integrating new technologies, including AI and automation, into its operations, with significant investments in R&D exceeding 150 billion yuan since 2017 [10][11].