Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2026-01-14 05:35Core Insights - Kuaishou Technology's stock saw a significant increase, with a peak rise of over 6% on January 14, closing at HKD 82.75, up 5.48% [1] - Kuaishou's AI subsidiary, Keling AI, reported a revenue breakthrough of USD 20 million in December 2025, leading to an annual recurring revenue (ARR) of USD 240 million, indicating accelerated commercialization progress [1] - Keling AI achieved this milestone within two years of its launch, doubling its ARR from USD 100 million in March 2025, showcasing a rapid growth trajectory that exceeds market expectations [1] Product Development - Since December, Keling AI has entered an intensive iteration phase, launching the world's first unified multimodal video model, Keling O1, and the Keling 2.6 model with "audio-visual synchronization" capabilities, along with new motion control features [1] - These advancements have received positive feedback in overseas creator markets, significantly contributing to the rapid revenue growth in December [1] Market Analysis - Multiple international investment banks have noted that Keling AI's commercialization is entering a realization phase, with Citigroup indicating that December's revenue slightly exceeded previous expectations, suggesting potential upward revisions for 2026 [2] - Morgan Stanley estimates Keling AI's revenue for Q4 2025 to be around RMB 350-400 million, notably higher than the company's prior guidance of RMB 300 million [2] - Jefferies highlighted that Keling AI achieved an ARR of USD 240 million within 19 months of launch, with ongoing model breakthroughs and product innovations being key drivers for long-term revenue growth [2] - The market generally perceives that the certainty of the AI business is mitigating the cyclical fluctuations of Kuaishou's traditional business, gradually becoming a significant variable in the company's valuation framework [2]