Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue for the third quarter of 2025 grew 6.4% year-over-year to RMB 3.5 billion, while net profit increased by 2.7% year-over-year to RMB 641 million [5][20] - The funding costs improved slightly from 3.7% in the previous quarter to 3.6% [17] - The company anticipates full-year 2025 total revenue guidance to be in the range of approximately RMB 13.1 billion to RMB 13.7 billion, representing year-over-year growth of approximately 0% to 5% [21] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The international business segment saw transaction volume increase by 33% year-over-year, with revenue rising by 37% year-over-year [5][20] - The international segment represented a record 25% of total revenue this quarter, compared to 19% a year earlier [5] - In Indonesia, transaction volume grew 14% year-over-year to RMB 2.1 billion, while loan balance increased by 21% year-over-year to RMB 1.4 billion [19] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Philippines experienced a transaction volume increase of 86% year-over-year to RMB 1.6 billion, with loan balance surging 101% year-over-year to RMB 897 million [20] - The consumer confidence index in China trended up slightly in Q3, although domestic demand remains relatively mild amid a complex external environment [17] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on a balanced portfolio with a strategic target of having 50% of its business coming from international markets by 2030 [44] - The company has proactively upgraded its borrower base and raised underwriting standards to target higher quality customers [42] - The company continues to enhance its technology and AI capabilities, hosting competitions to develop tools for various applications [14] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that the new consumer finance regulation in China could create short-term uncertainties over volume, revenue, and risk metrics [8][13] - The company remains confident in the long-term fundamentals of its China business, despite the regulatory changes [16] - Management emphasized the importance of risk management and maintaining a strong financial foundation to navigate current market fluctuations [35] Other Important Information - The company repurchased approximately $2.6 million worth of shares in the third quarter, with a cumulative repurchase amount of $437 million since 2018 [21] - The company introduced an upgraded AI customer service agent that successfully completed over 1 million service interactions during the quarter [15] Q&A Session Summary Question: Impact of regulatory changes on normalized negative rate and buyback plan - Management indicated that the normalized situation under the 24% cap for risk-bearing loans is around 22%, and they expect some fluctuations in risk metrics due to the new regulations [24] - On the buyback front, as of November 14, the company has bought back $78.4 million worth of shares, with a significant increase in pace during Q4 [26] Question: Day-one delinquency rate and growth momentum in overseas markets - The day-one delinquency rate increased by 30 basis points quarter-over-quarter to 5%, while the 30-day collection rate softened to 18.8% [33] - Management expects continued growth momentum in overseas markets, particularly in Indonesia and the Philippines, driven by diverse product offerings [36][37]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue for Q3 2025 grew 6.4% year-over-year to RMB 3.5 billion, while net profit increased by 2.7% year-over-year to RMB 641 million [5][21] - Transaction volume rose 33% year-over-year, with revenue from international business up 37% year-over-year [5][21] - Funding costs improved slightly from 3.7% in the previous quarter to 3.6% [17] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The international business segment represented a record 25% of total revenue, up from 19% a year earlier [5] - In Indonesia, transaction volume increased by 14% year-over-year to RMB 2.1 billion, while loan balance grew 21% year-over-year to RMB 1.4 billion [20] - In the Philippines, transaction volume surged 86% year-over-year to RMB 1.6 billion, and loan balance increased 101% year-over-year to RMB 897 million [21] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The consumer confidence index in China trended up slightly in Q3, but domestic demand remains relatively mild amid a complex external environment [17] - The Philippines experienced a PMI drop to 49.9 during the typhoon season, while consumer confidence in Indonesia remained stable [19] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on a "local excellence, global outlook" strategy, emphasizing disciplined execution and proactive risk management in response to regulatory changes [15][22] - The strategic target is to achieve 50% of business from international markets by 2030, with ongoing efforts to enhance profitability in these regions [42] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management anticipates short-term uncertainties due to the full implementation of new consumer finance regulations in China, which could impact volume, revenue, and risk metrics [7][13] - The company remains confident in the long-term fundamentals of its China business while recognizing the exciting momentum in international operations [15][22] Other Important Information - The company repurchased approximately $2.6 million worth of shares in Q3, with a cumulative repurchase amount of $437 million since 2018 [22] - The company has maintained a prudent provision coverage ratio of 517% and a healthy balance sheet with cash and short-term investments of RMB 7 billion [21] Q&A Session Summary Question: Regarding the current regulatory changes and their impact on normalized negative rates and buyback plans - Management indicated that the average risk-bearing loan rate is around 22%, with expectations for normalization based on market conditions and liquidity [25][27] - The company has actively repurchased shares, with $78.4 million bought back as of November 14, and plans to continue this momentum [27] Question: Inquiry about day-one delinquency rate and stabilization of credit risk - The day-one delinquency rate increased by 30 basis points to 5%, but early signs of stabilization were noted in November [31][32] - Management is refining risk models and tightening underwriting standards to manage credit risk effectively [33][34] Question: Measures taken to address regulatory uncertainty and future development priorities - The company has prioritized quality over quantity in its borrower base and adjusted user acquisition spending to maximize risk-reward efficiency [40][41] - The international business has built a strong foundation with diverse partnerships and flexible product offerings, positioning for further growth [42]

在张艳看来，可持续披露不是"纸面文章"，而是推动企业实现高质量发展的重要抓手。上市公司积极践 行新发展理念，主动服务"双碳"目标等国家战略。聚焦新能源、新能源汽车、节能环保等战略性新兴产 业的上市公司家数已达516家，市值9.43万亿元，较"十三五"末分别增长88%、126%。宁德时代、比亚 迪等一大批"新三样"龙头企业通过资本市场快速成长，成为中国产业的新名片。 张艳介绍，回首过去五年，上市公司可持续披露有了长足进步，可持续发展步伐更加坚定，高质量发展 成效更加显著。 与上市公司可持续实践相呼应的是，可持续投资规模持续增长。截至10月底，中证、国证可持续指数产 品规模合计约为1250亿元，较2020年底增长了两倍多，ESG基金在新发与存量产品中的占比持续攀升。 从近期调研情况看，境外机构投资者还在持续加大可持续领域的投资，特别是加大了对以中国为代表的 亚洲区域的投资。 中国证券报记者11月19日获悉，证监会上市公司监管司副司长张艳18日在2025上市公司可持续发展交流 会上表示，坚定不移引导以高质量发展推动高质量披露。 另一方面，上市公司可持续披露覆盖面和质量实现跨越式提升。张艳介绍，今年，共1869家上市 ...

（原标题：中国证监会发声！坚定不移逐步完善可持续披露制度） 【导读】中国证监会上市公司监管司副司长张艳：坚定不移逐步完善可持续披露制度 11月18日，中国证监会上市公司监管司副司长张艳在2025年上市公司可持续发展交流会上表示，过去五年，在各方积极探索和不懈努力下，上市 公司可持续披露有了长足进步，可持续发展步伐更加坚定，高质量发展成效更加显著。 张艳表示，中国证监会将认真学习贯彻党的二十届四中全会精神，继续按照"积极借鉴、以我为主、兼收并蓄、彰显特色"的原则，坚定不移逐步 完善可持续披露制度；继续按照"区分重点、试点先行、循序渐进、分步推进"的策略，坚定不移推动政策落地；继续按照"行胜于言、言必求 实"的实践导向，坚定不移引导以高质量发展推动高质量披露。 上市公司可持续规则体系基本健全 实现与国际规则有效衔接 可持续披露需要完善的制度保障。张艳表示，中国证监会在多年探索实践的基础上，系统谋划上市公司可持续披露规则体系和推进路径，构建了 衔接有序、特色鲜明的上市公司可持续披露规则体系。 2024年4月12日，中国证监会指导沪深北证券交易所制定上市公司可持续发展报告指引。这是国内首个系统规范上市公司可持续披露的 ...

Group 1: Company News - Hezhong China announced that it has completed the investigation regarding abnormal stock trading and will resume trading on November 20, with a significant increase of 256.29% in stock price since October 28 [5][6] - Neusoft Group received a notification from a major domestic automobile manufacturer, designating it as a supplier for intelligent cockpit domain controllers, with an estimated total supply amount of approximately 4.2 billion yuan over a product lifecycle of about six years [6][7] - CICC, Dongxing Securities, and Xinda Securities are planning a major asset restructuring involving a share swap merger, leading to a temporary suspension of their A-share stocks starting November 20 [6][7] - Jiangxi Expressway announced a change in its actual controller from the Jiangxi Provincial Department of Transportation to the Jiangxi State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission, with no change in the shareholding ratio [5][6] - Yiyuan Lithium Energy announced a share swap involving its subsidiary, which will not affect its financial status or operational results [11] Group 2: Industry Insights - The Ministry of Commerce reported that in October, the total retail sales of consumer goods reached 4.63 trillion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 2.9%, with a cumulative total of 41.2 trillion yuan from January to October, reflecting a growth rate of 4.3% [2][3] - The National Energy Administration reported that as of the end of October, the total number of electric vehicle charging facilities in China reached 18.645 million, a year-on-year increase of 54.0% [3][4] - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology announced that the domestic toy retail market is expected to reach 97.85 billion yuan in 2024, with a growth of 25.5% compared to 2020 [3][4]

Hello, Kalispera Bonacera. Um, yeah, obviously she gave it out. I'm totally Greek and I come from a very small town called Fibs or Tebe as you call it in Latin. You know, Fibs was the home of all ancient Greek tragedies and a Tyron was there, Antiggoni was there. So everything really in the ancient Greek tragedy scene happened in my hometown. So then when I was invited to speak here to TED, I thought, okay, is it me or are we living a new type of tragedy now? Is it a Greek one? No, but it's definitely Greek ...

Star Bulk Carriers (NasdaqGS:SBLK) Q3 2025 Earnings Call November 19, 2025 11:00 AM ET Company ParticipantsCharis Plakantonaki - Chief Sustainability OfficerNicos Rescos - COOHamish Norton - VPSimos Spyrou - Co-CFOConstantinos Simantiras - Head of Market AnalysisChristos Begleris - Co-CFOPetros Pappas - CEOConference Call ParticipantsChris Robertson - Equity Research Analyst VPOmar Nokta - Equity AnalystOperatorThank you for standing by, ladies and gentlemen, and welcome to the Star Bulk Carriers Conference ...

Star Bulk Carriers (NasdaqGS:SBLK) Q3 2025 Earnings Call November 19, 2025 11:00 AM ET Company ParticipantsCharis Plakantonaki - Chief Sustainability OfficerNicos Rescos - COOHamish Norton - VPSimos Spyrou - Co-CFOConstantinos Simantiras - Head of Market AnalysisChristos Begleris - Co-CFOPetros Pappas - CEOConference Call ParticipantsChris Robertson - Equity Research Analyst VPOmar Nokta - Equity AnalystOperatorThank you for standing by, ladies and gentlemen, and welcome to the Star Bulk Carriers Conference ...

Core Insights - The event "What Investors Want: Driving Growth Through Purpose and Performance" focuses on how ESG performance influences investment decisions, highlighting the increasing expectations from investors regarding sustainability [1][2]. Event Details - The event is scheduled for November 25, 2025, at TELUS Harbour in Toronto, with registration starting at 8:00 a.m. ET and the program running from 8:45 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. ET [2]. - The event is organized by the UN Global Compact Network Canada in collaboration with the Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) [1][2]. Participants and Speakers - Notable speakers include Jane Ambachtsheer from BNP Paribas Asset Management, Wendy Berman from the Canadian Sustainability Standards Board, and Anna Murray from the Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan, among others [4]. Initiative Background - Canada Climate Week Xchange (CCWX) is a five-year initiative aimed at addressing climate-related challenges in Canada, encouraging collaboration among various organizations and individuals [5].

FINANCIAL RESULTS Q3 2025 November 2025 Forward-Looking Statements This presentation contains certain forward-looking statements. These statements are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements may include statements concerning the Company's plans, objectives, goals, strategies, future events or performance, and underlying assumptions and other statements, which are other than statements of historical facts, identified by words such a ...