Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For Q1 2025, net revenues were RMB117.5 million, representing a year-over-year increase of 9% from Q1 2024 [16] - Revenues from packaged tours increased by 19% year-over-year to RMB99 million, accounting for 84% of total net revenues [16] - Gross profit for Q1 2025 was RMB69.3 million, down 15% year-over-year [17] - Operating expenses increased by 15% year-over-year to RMB80.1 million [17] - Net loss attributable to ordinary shareholders was reported, with non-GAAP net income also noted [18][19] - The company expects Q2 2025 net revenues to be between RMB131 million and RMB136.8 million, reflecting a 12% to 17% year-over-year increase [19] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The core business maintained steady growth, with packaged tours growing by 19% year-over-year [4] - Outbound tour transaction volume achieved double-digit year-over-year growth, despite challenges in some Southeast Asian destinations [5] - Transaction volume for new select products increased by over 80% compared to the previous quarter [9][25] - Live streaming channels contributed over 15% to total transaction volume, up from 10% in the previous year [10] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The domestic travel market showed consistent growth, particularly during the Spring Festival [4] - The company opened nearly 300 offline stores, primarily in high-demand markets [11] - The launch of new products and services, including AI technologies, is aimed at enhancing customer experience and operational efficiency [13] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on offering differentiated and high-quality products as a competitive advantage [6] - Strategies include reducing procurement costs through supply chain advantages and leveraging AI technologies for operational efficiency [6][13] - The introduction of competitively priced products aims to attract a broader customer base, particularly price-sensitive travelers [8][24] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that the market competition is intensifying, necessitating a diversified pricing strategy to attract different customer segments [22][23] - The company aims to achieve profitability in Q2 2025 by controlling internal costs while maintaining competitive pricing [26] Other Important Information - The company is committed to enhancing customer experience through innovative products and technology, including the launch of a self-developed travel AI agent [13][14] - Offline stores support localized procurement efforts and contribute to the development of the local tourism industry [11] Q&A Session Summary Question: About product strategy and pricing - Management emphasized that quality is a priority and that competitively priced products are essential to attract new customers and enhance repurchase rates [22][24] - The company is consolidating its supply chain and using AI technology to ensure competitive pricing [24] Question: Outlook for profitability in Q2 - Management indicated that they will adopt measures to control internal costs and aim for profitability in Q2 2025 [26]
Tuniu(TOUR) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript