2025-11-28 12:02Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue increased by 2% year-over-year to RMB 95.5 billion in Q3 2025 [19] - Cost-of-revenue ratio increased by 12.9 percentage points year-over-year to 73.6% due to higher courier incentives and increased overseas operational costs [19] - Selling and marketing expenses ratio increased by 16.7 percentage points year-over-year to 35.9% driven by increased investments in promotion and user incentives [19] - Adjusted net loss was RMB 16 billion, with a total segment operating loss of RMB 15.3 billion [20] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Food delivery business saw both DAU and MTU reach all-time highs, with a significant increase in user engagement [7] - The in-store business experienced nearly 20% year-over-year growth in both merchant and user bases, with increased transaction frequency [11] - New initiative segment revenue grew by 15.9% year-over-year to RMB 28 billion, driven by grocery retail and overseas business expansion [23] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The competitive landscape in food delivery has intensified, with a noted decrease in industry subsidies post-peak season [29] - Meituan maintained a leading position in GTV market share for mid to high AOV orders, with over 70% market share for orders above RMB 30 [29] - The company expanded its presence in the Middle East and Brazil, with Keeta achieving profitability in Hong Kong ahead of schedule [60][63] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on enhancing service quality and operational efficiency while avoiding price wars [28][32] - Meituan aims to leverage technology and AI to empower merchants and improve user experience [18][56] - The strategy includes expanding the Meituan membership program to increase user engagement and transaction frequency [16] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in navigating the competitive landscape and emphasized the importance of sustainable growth over aggressive subsidies [24][32] - The company anticipates that irrational competition will transition to a more rational phase, focusing on quality and innovation [34] - Long-term targets remain unchanged, with a goal of reaching 100 million high-quality daily orders [34] Other Important Information - The company has committed an additional RMB 2 billion in merchant support funds to empower restaurant partners [22] - Investments in AI have led to the development of various tools aimed at enhancing operational efficiency for merchants [17][55] Q&A Session Summary Question: Changes in the competitive landscape of food delivery - Management noted a decrease in industry subsidies and highlighted the importance of focusing on higher AOV sectors to maintain market share [29][30] Question: Strategy for Meituan Instant Shopping - Management emphasized the competitive edge in Quick Commerce and plans to continue investing in supply-side operations while enhancing user experience [41][42] Question: Impact of new initiatives on in-store business - Management highlighted the unique operational strategy and consumer trust built over time, asserting confidence in maintaining market leadership despite competition [46][49] Question: Progress of AI initiatives - Management shared ongoing developments in AI capabilities and plans to integrate AI agents into the Meituan App for enhanced user experience [55][56] Question: Performance of Keeta in new markets - Management confirmed Keeta's profitability in Hong Kong and expressed optimism for similar trajectories in other markets, including the GCC and Brazil [60][63]