Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In the first half of 2025, total revenue decreased by 10.6% year on year, but adjusted revenue excluding media policy impacts increased by 7.8% [34][36] - Adjusted EBITDA reached 72 million, and adjusted net profit was 17 million, marking the first turnaround since 2021 [7][46] - Gross profit increased to 7.5 billion yen, an 8.7 percentage point rise, with adjusted gross profit up 36% year on year [6][7] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Subscription revenue was 440 million, down 10.1% year on year, but stabilized on a half-on-half basis [35][39] - Merchant solution revenue was 338 million, down 11.3% year on year, but adjusted for rebates, it showed a growth of 45.3% [35][41] - AI-related revenue reached 34 million, accounting for 7.9% of subscription revenue, indicating a new growth driver [36][41] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Smart retail revenue remained stable at 286 million, with a high retention rate among merchants [10][15] - Gross billing for merchant solutions was 8.8 billion, reflecting a 3% increase year on year [12][41] - The overall GMV growth for merchants was up 13.4% year on year [15] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on AI technology as a core growth driver and aims to enhance operational efficiency [4][8] - There is a strong emphasis on high-quality development and phasing out low-margin businesses [5][14] - The company plans to expand into local life services and international markets, targeting growth in various sectors [30][31] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged a complicated external environment but expressed confidence in achieving a turnaround due to cost control and efficiency improvements [33][54] - The company anticipates positive growth in subscription revenue in the second half of the year, driven by a stable base effect and increased investment in smart retail [58][60] - Future growth is expected from AI commercialization and the expansion of multi-channel business opportunities [26][29] Other Important Information - The company has integrated various platforms, including WeChat and TikTok, to enhance its service offerings [16][28] - The total number of employees as of June 30, 2025, was 3,400, with a significant reduction in salary expenses by 24.5% [37][39] Q&A Session Summary Question: What are the new highlights for subscription revenue and AI products in the second half? - Management noted that subscription revenue from key customers is stable, and AI revenue has shown good progress, with expectations for year-on-year growth in the second half [55][57][58] Question: What has been done regarding WeChat mini stores and their impact? - The company launched integrated solutions for WeChat mini stores, achieving a high penetration rate and rapid growth in daily active users [64][66] Question: What is the outlook for Merchant Solutions and advertising operations? - Management indicated that gross billing for Merchant Solutions was 8.6 billion, with a significant increase in net rebate ratio, and they expect continued profitability in the second half [68][75][76]

Weimob (02013) H1 2024 Earnings Call August 21, 2024 08:00 AM ET Speaker0 Good evening, ladies and gentlemen. Welcome to the Weimar Inc. Twenty twenty four Interim Results Conference. A copy of the interim results announcement can be found on the company's website. All of the lines have been placed on listen only mode. However, the floor will be opened for questions after today's presentation. This call will be conducted in Mandarin, and English simultaneous interpretation will be provided. Participants may ...