Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q3 2025, the company reported a net revenue of CNY 5.5 billion, a 10.4% year-over-year increase from Q3 2024 [18] - Adjusted net profit reached RMB 1,060 million, reflecting a 16.5% year-over-year growth, with an adjusted net margin expanding to 19.2% compared to 18.2% in the same period last year [19][22] - Gross profit increased by 14.4% year-over-year to RMB 3.6 billion, with a gross margin of 65.7% [22] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The core OTA business revenue grew by 14.9% year-over-year to RMB 4.6 billion, driven by accommodation reservation, transportation ticketing, and other segments [19] - Accommodation reservation revenue reached RMB 1.6 billion, a 14.7% increase from Q3 2024, attributed to increased hotel room nights sold [19][20] - Transportation ticketing revenue was RMB 2.2 billion, marking a 9.0% year-over-year increase [20] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The annual paying users reached a historic high of 253 million, representing a year-over-year growth of 8.8% [11] - The cumulative number of passengers served on the platform exceeded 2 billion over the past 12 months, indicating a stable annual purchase frequency of 8 times per user [11] - The international air ticketing business accounted for around 6% of total transportation ticketing revenue, up about 2 percentage points year-over-year [21][29] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to enhance user value and operational efficiency in its domestic business while expanding its outbound business and strengthening its global market presence [24][25] - The acquisition of Wanda Hotel Management is expected to accelerate the growth of the hotel management business and strengthen competitive positioning [6][11][32] - The company is committed to integrating AI technologies to enhance operational efficiency and user experience [6][15] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that the travel market in China is showing robust growth, driven by rising demand for immersive experiences [7][18] - The company remains focused on balancing market expansion and profitability, aiming for robust growth in both top line and bottom line [24][25] - Management expressed confidence in the long-term sustainable growth and value creation for stakeholders [6][11][33] Other Important Information - The company has achieved an MSCI ESG rating of AAA, placing it among the top 5% of companies globally in its industry [15] - The standalone app has seen strong growth, with daily active users hitting nearly 5 million before the National Day holidays [12] Q&A Session Summary Question: Future growth engines regarding international business and hotel management - Management highlighted that the outbound business is a key growth driver, with expectations for rapid growth and a revenue contribution of 10-15% in the next two to three years [29][30][31] - The hotel management business is expected to expand significantly, with the acquisition of Wanda Hotel Management enhancing the company's portfolio and market influence [32][33] Question: Future hotel ADR trend and competition in the domestic market - Management indicated that domestic ADR has stabilized and is expected to improve, driven by a shift towards higher-quality accommodations [38][40] - The company believes it has strong defensive moats against competition due to its established supply chain and user understanding [42][43] Question: Margin trends and AI technology impact - Management expects continued margin improvement driven by operational efficiency and AI integration, with a focus on balancing revenue growth and profitability [55][58] - AI technology is seen as beneficial for enhancing operational efficiency and user experience, with ongoing investments planned [59][60] Question: Impact of recent Japan incident on business performance - Management does not expect a material impact on full-year performance but will monitor developments closely and adjust strategies as needed [64]