【新东方-S（9901.HK）】FY26Q2收入利润预计环比改善，分红回购彰显发展信心——FY26Q1业绩点评（陈彦彤/汪航宇）

Core Viewpoint - The company reported a steady growth in its core business for FY26Q1, with a revenue guidance for Q2 indicating an acceleration in growth compared to Q1 [4][5][6]. Group 1: Financial Performance - For FY26Q1, the company achieved a net revenue of $1.523 billion, representing a year-on-year increase of 6.1% [4][5]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders was $240,700, a decrease of 1.9% year-on-year, while the Non-GAAP net profit was $258 million, down 1.6% year-on-year [4][5]. - The Non-GAAP operating profit for FY26Q1 was $336 million, reflecting an 11.3% increase year-on-year, with an operating profit margin of 22.0%, up 1.0 percentage point [7]. Group 2: Business Segments - The overseas business segment saw a revenue increase of 1.0% for exam preparation and 2.0% for consulting, with growth rates slowing down [5]. - Domestic exam preparation for adults and university students experienced a robust growth of 14.4% year-on-year [5]. - New educational business revenue grew by 15.3% year-on-year, although the growth rate was impacted by intensified competition during the summer [5]. Group 3: Future Outlook - The company expects overall net revenue for FY26Q2 to be between $1.132 billion and $1.163 billion, indicating a year-on-year growth of 9%-12% [6]. - The full-year net revenue guidance for FY26 is maintained at $5.145 billion to $5.390 billion, representing a year-on-year growth of 5%-10% [6]. - A three-year shareholder return plan has been initiated, with at least 50% of the previous fiscal year's net profit allocated for shareholder returns, including a cash dividend of $190 million and a $300 million share buyback plan [6]. Group 4: Operational Efficiency - The company has made significant strides in cost optimization and operational efficiency, which contributed to the improvement in profit margins despite challenges in overseas business [7][8]. - The implementation of an OMO teaching system and increased use of AI technology in the educational ecosystem and internal operations have effectively enhanced overall operational efficiency [7][8].