Zhong Jin Zai Xian·2025-11-28 08:40Core Insights - Meituan reported Q3 2025 revenue of 95.5 billion RMB, a 2% year-on-year increase, but faced a core local business operating loss of 14.1 billion RMB due to intensified industry competition [1] - The number of transacting users exceeded 800 million in the past 12 months, with daily active users (DAU) on the Meituan app growing over 20% year-on-year [1] - The company is focusing on a "retail + technology" strategy to enhance product and service offerings, aiming for sustainable industry growth [1] Financial Performance - Core local business revenue reached 67.4 billion RMB, while new business revenue was 28 billion RMB, marking a 15.9% year-on-year increase [1] - Adjusted net loss for Q3 was 16 billion RMB, with a sequential reduction in new business losses to 1.3 billion RMB [1] User Engagement and Growth - Meituan's instant retail saw peak daily orders exceeding 150 million, with an average delivery time of 34 minutes [2] - The platform's user structure is improving, with more low-frequency users transitioning to high-frequency usage, leading to increased consumer engagement [2] - The membership system has been enhanced, significantly boosting user loyalty and transaction frequency [2] Ecosystem and Community Support - Meituan is investing in rider welfare, including nationwide pension insurance and various benefits for riders and their families [3] - The company has launched the "Prosperity Plan" with an additional 2.8 billion RMB to support merchants amid competitive pressures [3] Technological Innovation - R&D investment reached 6.9 billion RMB, a 31% increase year-on-year, focusing on enhancing retail efficiency through technology [4] - AI advancements include the release of multiple open-source models and the integration of AI tools for personalized merchant services [5] - Meituan's drone delivery service has expanded, achieving over 670,000 commercial orders by the end of September [5]