Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2025-11-06 03:55Core Viewpoint - The report from Credit Lyonnais anticipates a robust performance for Tencent Holdings (00700) in Q3, with total revenue and adjusted EBIT expected to grow by 14% and 21% year-on-year, reaching RMB 190 billion and RMB 74.1 billion respectively [1] Group 1: Financial Performance - Total revenue is projected to increase by 14% year-on-year, reaching RMB 190 billion [1] - Adjusted EBIT is expected to grow by 21% year-on-year, amounting to RMB 74.1 billion [1] - Online gaming business is anticipated to grow by 18% year-on-year, with strong performances from titles like "Honor of Kings," "PUBG Mobile," "Delta Force," and "Clash Royale" potentially exceeding expectations [1] Group 2: Future Projections - The growth rate for high-margin advertising revenue has been revised upward to approximately 20% for 2025, leading to a 0.8% increase in adjusted net profit forecasts for Tencent for the fiscal years 2025 and 2026 [1] - Online advertising revenue is expected to benefit from upgrades in advertising technology and business transformation, with a year-on-year growth forecast of 20% [1] - The enterprise services sector is also projected to maintain over 20% year-on-year growth [1] Group 3: Business Resilience - The strong momentum in online gaming, advertising, and cloud services is expected to continue into Q4 2025, indicating resilience in these growth areas [1] - Tencent is identified as the largest beneficiary of AI applications, highlighting its strategic positioning in the market [1]