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Katapult(KPLT) - 2025 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-11-12 14:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Gross originations grew 25.3% to $64.2 million, marking 12 consecutive quarters of growth [25][26] - Revenue increased by 22.8% to $74 million, representing the 10th consecutive quarter of year-over-year growth [26][27] - Adjusted EBITDA was $4.4 million, exceeding the outlook range [10][30] - Write-offs as a percentage of revenue were 9.9%, up 60 basis points from Q3 2023, but within the target range of 8-10% [27] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total applications increased by 76% year-to-date and 80% in Q3 alone [6][13] - Monthly active users (MAUs) grew nearly 49% year-over-year [8] - KPay originations grew 66% year-over-year, representing 41% of total gross originations [19][20] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Gross originations from the top 25 merchants grew 25% during the quarter [26] - Excluding home furnishings and mattress categories, gross originations grew 50% year-over-year [26] - Cross-shopping customers grew about 64% year-over-year, representing 13% of gross originations [17] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to optimize top-of-funnel growth and pursue strategies for more profitable growth [9] - Focus on enhancing customer engagement through the Katapult App and KPay features [20][21] - The company is navigating a complicated macroeconomic environment while planning for future growth [24][33] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted the impact of inflation and market delinquency data on non-prime consumers [24] - A conservative approach is being taken for Q4 expectations, with gross originations projected to grow in the 15%-20% range [33] - For 2026, management anticipates robust growth, projecting at least 20% growth in gross originations for the full year [34] Other Important Information - A $65 million capital investment from Hawthorne Horizon Credit Fund was finalized, allowing for debt repayment and growth investments [4][31] - The company has implemented tighter underwriting standards to improve application quality [15][16] Q&A Session Summary Question: What are the expectations for Q4 2025? - Management expects gross originations to grow in the 15%-20% range, factoring in a headwind from recent tightening [33] Question: How is the company addressing the impact of macroeconomic trends? - The company is closely monitoring macroeconomic indicators and adjusting strategies accordingly, while relying on real-time data for decision-making [24]
Dingdong(DDL) - 2025 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-11-12 13:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Dingdong reported a revenue of RMB 6.66 billion in Q3 2025, marking a 1.9% year-over-year growth, maintaining positive growth for seven consecutive quarters [20][22] - The Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) reached RMB 7.27 billion, up 0.1% compared to the previous year, indicating sustained growth momentum [20][22] - Non-GAAP net profit was RMB 0.1 billion with a profit margin of 1.5%, while GAAP net profit was RMB 0.08 billion with a margin of 1.2% [6][20] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The B2B business continued to grow steadily, with revenue expanding by 67.4% year-over-year, and its revenue share rose by 1.9 percentage points year-over-year [22][21] - The monthly order conversion rate increased by 1.6 percentage points year-over-year, and the number of monthly ordering users grew by 4.1% [8] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - GMV in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai increased by 1.4% year-over-year, with Jiangsu and Zhejiang showing strong growth at 3.6% [9] - In the region, nine cities delivered growth of over 10%, with Wenzhou performing exceptionally well, exceeding 60% growth [9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is implementing a "One Big One Small One World" strategy focusing on high-volume top-selling products and expanding into smaller cities [10][13] - The strategy emphasizes building a high-quality user base through differentiated products and experiences, rather than competing solely on price [36][37] - The company aims to enhance its supply chain capabilities by focusing on direct sourcing and in-house production, which is expected to create a sustainable competitive advantage [38][39] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged the intensifying competition in the instant retail sector but expressed confidence in maintaining profitability and growth through their strategic framework [18] - The company believes that long-term investments in supply chain and product development will yield competitive advantages as the market stabilizes [39] Other Important Information - The fulfillment cost ratio was 21.5%, stable year-over-year, with a focus on service improvement leading to a 97% on-time delivery rate [26] - The company opened 40 new frontline fulfillment stations this year, including 17 in Q3, expanding into small city markets [15] Q&A Session Summary Question: How does Dingdong build a competitive landscape in the instant retail market? - Management highlighted the importance of differentiation through quality products and a focus on building a high-quality user base rather than competing on price [36][37] Question: Can you elaborate on the top-selling product strategy? - The CEO explained that the strategy focuses on creating products that resonate with users, leveraging digital technologies to enhance supply chain efficiency and reduce costs [43][44]
Dingdong(DDL) - 2025 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-11-12 13:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Dingdong reported a GMV of RMB 7.27 billion and revenue of RMB 6.66 billion in Q3 2025, both showing slight year-over-year increases, marking the highest quarterly GMV and revenue in the company's history [6][20] - Non-GAAP net profit was RMB 0.1 billion with a profit margin of 1.5%, while GAAP net profit was RMB 0.08 billion with a margin of 1.2% [6][20] - The gross profit margin was 28.9%, down 0.9 percentage points year-over-year, but the decline narrowed on a quarter-over-quarter basis [24] - The fulfillment cost ratio was 21.5%, up by 0.1 percentage points compared to last year, while the sales and marketing expense ratio decreased by 0.3 percentage points to 1.9% [26][27] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The B2B business continued to grow steadily, with revenue expanding by 67.4% year-over-year, and its revenue share rose by 1.9 percentage points year-over-year [22][21] - The monthly order conversion rate increased by 1.6 percentage points year-over-year, and the number of monthly ordering users grew by 4.1% [7] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - GMV in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai increased by 1.4% year-over-year, with Jiangsu and Zhejiang showing strong growth of 3.6% year-over-year [9] - In the region, nine cities delivered growth of over 10%, with Wenzhou performing exceptionally well, exceeding 60% growth [9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is implementing a 4G strategy focusing on good users, good products, good services, and good mindset, alongside a new development framework called One Big One Small One World [10][13] - The strategy emphasizes high-volume, top-selling products while also exploring smaller cities for market expansion, aiming to offer high-quality, reliable, and affordable products [13][15] - The company is also expanding into international markets, leveraging its domestic supply chain to grow overseas [16][17] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged the intensifying competition in the instant retail sector but expressed confidence in maintaining last year's scale and non-GAAP profitability in Q4 2025 [18] - The focus is on long-term efficiency and capability rather than short-term price competition, with a commitment to building a high-quality user base through differentiated products [36][38] Other Important Information - The company maintained a cash balance of RMB 3.03 billion at the end of Q3, marking the ninth consecutive quarter of positive cash flow [19][20] - The average fulfillment time for instant orders was 36.3 minutes, down by 1.4 minutes year-over-year, indicating improved operational efficiency [26] Q&A Session Summary Question: How does Dingdong build a competitive landscape in the instant retail market? - Management highlighted that competition is fierce, particularly in fresh groceries, and emphasized the importance of building differentiation through a focus on quality products and user experience [33][34][36] Question: Can you elaborate on the top-selling product strategy? - The company explained that the strategy involves a shift from a channel distributor mindset to a product manager mindset, focusing on the full lifecycle of products and leveraging digital technologies to enhance supply chain efficiency [39][40][42]
TME(TME) - 2025 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-11-12 12:02
Tencent Music Entertainment Group (NYSE:TME) Q3 2025 Earnings Call November 12, 2025 06:00 AM ET Company ParticipantsRoss Zhu - CEOLincoln Harris - Asset ManagementShirley Hu - CFOYang Liu - Executive DirectorCussion Pang - Executive ChairmanCussion Kar Shun Pang - Executive ChairmanMillicent T. - Head of Investor RelationsConference Call ParticipantsChris Thomas - Investment Banking AnalystMaggie Ye - Research AnalystAlicia Yap - Managing Director and Senior Equity AnalystMillicent T.Good evening and good ...
TME(TME) - 2025 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-11-12 12:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q3 2025, total revenues grew 21% year-on-year to CNY 8.5 billion, marking the highest revenue growth since Q1 2021 [17] - Online music revenues increased by 27% year-on-year to CNY 7 billion [18] - Music subscription revenues surged 70% year-on-year to CNY 4.5 billion, driven by growth in monthly ARPPU and subscriber base [18] - Monthly ARPPU reached CNY 11.9, up from CNY 10.8 in the same period last year [18] - Net profit increased by 29% to CNY 2.2 billion, with non-IFRS net profit rising by 28% to CNY 2.5 billion [22] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Offline performances and artist-related merchandise sales experienced triple-digit year-on-year revenue growth [19] - Advertising revenue continued to grow, driven by a diversified product portfolio and innovative ad formats [19] - Social entertainment services and other revenues were CNY 1.5 billion, down by 3% year-on-year [20] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company successfully hosted multiple concerts both domestically and internationally, including a concert tour for G-Dragon that drew over 150,000 attendees [5][6] - The annual flagship TMEA Concerts featured 35 artists and attracted more than 10,000 attendees [6] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to leverage its dual-engine strategy of platform and content to enhance user experience and drive growth [10][33] - Continued focus on expanding the music service and unlocking new growth opportunities through artist partnerships and innovative offerings [3][8] - The company is committed to enhancing its music ecosystem and exploring new opportunities in offline performances and artist-related merchandise [23] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in delivering strong results for Q4 2025 and 2026, with expectations of sustained healthy growth in music subscription and non-subscription businesses [25][27] - The competitive landscape remains challenging, but the company believes its extensive music library and user experience will maintain its leadership position [29][30] Other Important Information - The company has won the Music Garden Space Public Welfare Program for seven consecutive years, supporting music education in rural areas [9] - The company is exploring new product combinations and service formats to enhance the fan-based economy [26] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the outlook for Q4 2025 and 2026? - Management is optimistic about strong performance in both online music services and overall revenue growth for 2025, with a focus on subscription and non-subscription business growth [25][27] Question: How does management view the competitive landscape in the music streaming business? - Management acknowledges competition from peers but believes in their competitive edge through content differentiation and user experience [28][29] Question: What are the growth drivers for subscription services in 2026? - Growth will be driven by high-quality content, content privileges, and functional enhancements, with a focus on maintaining steady growth in subscriber base and ARPPU [39][41]
Enlight Renewable Energy .(ENLT) - 2025 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-11-12 12:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenues and income increased to $165 million, up 46.7% year over year from $113 million [29] - Adjusted EBITDA grew by 23% to $112 million compared to $91 million for the same period in 2024 [32] - Net income rose by 33% to $32 million from $24 million last year [31] - The company raised its full-year 2025 guidance, now expecting revenues between $555 million and $565 million, and adjusted EBITDA between $400 million and $415 million, representing a 64.5% increase for both metrics [34] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenues from electricity sales rose 27% to $139 million, driven by new operational projects [29] - New projects contributed $22 million to revenue from electricity sales, with significant contributions from Atrisko, Israeli projects, and Pupin [30] - The energy storage segment is highlighted as a major growth engine, with a global mature storage portfolio reaching 11.8 gigawatt hours, projected to generate annual revenues of $650 million to $700 million once operational [10] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenues and income distribution: 47% from Israel, 27% from Europe, and 26% from the U.S. [30] - The company is expanding its presence in Europe, particularly in energy storage, with acquisitions in Germany and Poland [9][60] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to triple its business size every three years, with a focus on disciplined growth and strong returns on investments [15][19] - The strategy includes diversifying across geographies and technologies, with a commitment to maintaining profitability [19][62] - The company is positioned to capitalize on the growing demand for renewable energy, particularly in the context of AI investments and improving regulatory environments [16][17] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's growth trajectory, citing strong market fundamentals and a robust project pipeline [19] - The company anticipates continued growth in operating capacity, with expectations for a similar growth rate as seen in previous years [42] - Management highlighted the importance of mitigating risks related to interconnection and permitting as the company expands its project portfolio [42] Other Important Information - The company secured approximately $4.8 billion in project finance and corporate debt over the past twelve months, enhancing its financial flexibility [11][34] - The Snowflake A project in Arizona is noted as the largest project in the company's history, with expected revenues of approximately $130 million in its first full year of operation [11][12] Q&A Session Summary Question: How did solar and wind resource availability compare to typical seasonal assumptions? - Management noted additional wind in Israeli assets and solar performance was in line with expectations, with battery storage projects contributing additional revenues [37][38] Question: What enabled the acceleration in safe harboring projects? - The strategy included significant physical work both on-site and off-site, allowing for the completion of safe harbor requirements ahead of schedule [40] Question: What are the expected growth rates of operating capacity moving forward? - Continued growth is expected, with a focus on prioritizing projects and mitigating risks associated with interconnection and permitting [42][43] Question: Can you discuss the current India tariff exposure and mitigation strategies? - The company is sourcing PV cells from countries not subject to ongoing investigations, providing flexibility to mitigate country-specific risks [53] Question: Any updates on changes or strategies since the new CEO joined? - The CEO reaffirmed commitment to the existing strategy, emphasizing diversification and diligent execution to maintain growth rates [62]
HUYA(HUYA) - 2025 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-11-12 11:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total net revenues for Q3 reached approximately RMB 1.7 billion, marking a year-over-year growth of about 10%, the highest level in the past nine quarters [3][12] - Non-GAAP operating profit was approximately RMB 6.3 million, reflecting a meaningful improvement over the same period last year [3][12] - Live streaming revenues increased by about 3% year-over-year to RMB 1.16 billion, while game-related services, advertising, and other revenues grew around 30% year-over-year to RMB 532 million, accounting for 31.5% of total net revenues [12][13] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenues from game-related services, advertising, and other segments grew 30% year-over-year, reaching RMB 532 million, driven by strong in-game item sales and advertising [4][12] - In-game item sales revenue grew by more than 200% year-over-year in Q3, supported by collaborations with flagship titles [5][21] - Live streaming revenues resumed growth for the first time since Q3 2021, with a more balanced content mix and solid gains in outdoor live streaming [7][12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The platform ecosystem and user base remained resilient, with total monthly active users (MAUs) stable at around 162 million [3][29] - The company estimates that through top creators, it can reach over 100 million users across other platforms, expanding audience influence [4][29] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to deepen collaboration with game developers, expand SKU offerings, and enhance operations in game item sales [5][22] - A focus on diversifying into game publishing is evident, with the upcoming launch of "Goose Goose Duck Mobile" seen as a key step [6][30] - The strategy includes improving monetization efficiency, enhancing product experience, and expanding internationally for sustainable growth [10] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in maintaining robust growth momentum in game item sales and expects live streaming revenues to remain stable [5][26] - The company anticipates overall revenue growth to accelerate in 2026, driven primarily by game-related services, advertising, and other revenues [26] Other Important Information - Cost of revenues increased by 10% to RMB 1.46 billion, primarily due to increased revenue sharing fees and content costs [14] - Gross profit was RMB 227 million for Q3, with a gross margin of 13.4%, an improvement from the previous year [14][16] Q&A Session Summary Question: Updates on in-game item sales business - In-game item sales revenue grew over 200% year-over-year, supported by strong live streaming ecosystem and deeper partnerships with flagship titles [21][22] Question: Future growth of live streaming and non-live stream business - Live streaming revenue has returned to growth, while non-live streaming businesses are expected to continue growing strongly, driven by in-game item sales and deeper collaborations [26] Question: Strategy and outlook for Goose Goose Duck Mobile and game publishing - The mobile version of Goose Goose Duck is the first full-fledged publishing effort, with pre-registrations surpassing 10 million [30] - The strategy focuses on a content-driven approach, leveraging the streamer network and e-sports presence [31] Question: Ongoing partnership with Delta Force - The company is building a vibrant community engagement and e-sports tournament ecosystem for Delta Force, with successful events planned [34] Question: Financial impact of new business on profitability - Gross profit grew over RMB 23 million, leading to further improvement at the operating level, with expectations for gradual margin improvement over time [37]
HUYA(HUYA) - 2025 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-11-12 11:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total net revenues for the third quarter reached approximately RMB 1.7 billion, marking a year-over-year growth of around 10% [3][12] - Non-GAAP operating profit was approximately RMB 6.3 million, showing a significant improvement compared to the same period last year [3][12] - Live streaming revenues increased by 3% year-over-year to RMB 1.16 billion, while game-related services, advertising, and other revenues grew around 30% year-over-year to RMB 532 million, accounting for 31.5% of total net revenues [12][13] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Game-related services, advertising, and other revenues reached RMB 532 million, driven by strong growth in in-game item sales, which grew over 200% year-over-year [5][12] - Live streaming revenues resumed growth for the first time since Q3 2021, with a more balanced content mix and solid gains in outdoor live streaming [7][12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The platform maintained a stable user base with total MAUs around 162 million, and the streamer ecosystem expanded its influence, reaching over 100 million users across other platforms [4][29] - The company is deepening its presence in key geographic markets, focusing on user experience and content ecosystem to enhance engagement and retention [9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to diversify into game publishing, with the upcoming launch of "Goose Goose Duck Mobile" as a key step in this strategy [6][30] - Future focus includes enriching item categories, expanding game partnerships, and improving the overall purchase experience for users [22][30] - The company plans to enhance monetization efficiency and product experience while steadily expanding internationally [10] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in maintaining robust growth momentum in in-game item sales and expects overall revenue growth to accelerate in 2026 [5][26] - Live streaming revenues are expected to remain stable, while non-live streaming businesses should continue to grow strongly due to deeper game collaborations [26] Other Important Information - Cost of revenues increased by 10% to RMB 1.46 billion, primarily due to increased revenue sharing fees and content costs [14] - The company achieved a positive net income for the quarter with non-GAAP net income of RMB 36 million, despite a decrease in interest income [16] Q&A Session Summary Question: Updates on in-game item sales business and future outlook - In-game item sales revenue grew over 200% year-over-year, supported by strong live streaming ecosystem and deeper partnerships with flagship titles [21][22] Question: Overall revenue growth and future expectations - Live streaming revenue has returned to growth, while non-live streaming businesses are expected to continue growing at a strong pace, driven by in-game item sales [26] Question: Strategy and outlook for Goose Goose Duck Mobile and game publishing - The mobile version of Goose Goose Duck is the first full-fledged publishing effort, with pre-registrations surpassing 10 million [30] Question: Collaboration with Delta Force and ongoing partnerships - The company is building a vibrant community engagement and e-sports tournament ecosystem around Delta Force, with successful events planned [34] Question: Financial impact of new business and profitability trends - Gross profit grew over RMB 23 million, leading to further improvement at the operating level, with expectations for gradual margin improvement over time [37]
HUYA(HUYA) - 2025 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-11-12 11:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total net revenues for Q3 2025 reached approximately RMB 1.7 billion, marking a year-over-year growth of around 10%, the highest level in the past nine quarters [3][12] - Non-GAAP operating profit was approximately RMB 6.3 million, showing significant improvement compared to the same period last year [3][12] - Live streaming revenues increased by 3% year-over-year to RMB 1.16 billion, while game-related services, advertising, and other revenues grew around 30% year-over-year to RMB 532 million, accounting for 31.5% of total net revenues [12][14] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Game-related services, advertising, and other revenues reached RMB 532 million, driven by strong growth in in-game item sales, which grew over 200% year-over-year [5][14] - Live streaming revenues resumed growth for the first time since Q3 2021, with a stable number of domestic paying users at 4.4 million [12][13] - Research and development expenses decreased by 3% year-over-year to RMB 122 million, while sales and marketing expenses decreased by 4% to RMB 70 million [15][16] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The platform maintained a stable user base with total monthly active users (MAUs) around 162 million [3][30] - The company estimates that through top creators, it can reach over 100 million users across other platforms, enhancing audience influence and monetization opportunities [4][30] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to deepen collaboration with game developers, expand SKU offerings, and enhance operations in game item sales, which is seen as a significant growth driver [5][7] - The launch of Goose Goose Duck Mobile is a key step in diversifying into game publishing, with a focus on leveraging the streamer ecosystem and content-driven marketing [6][31] - The company plans to enhance monetization efficiency and product experience while expanding internationally to achieve sustainable growth [11] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in maintaining robust growth momentum in game item sales and expects live streaming revenues to remain stable while non-live streaming businesses will continue to grow strongly [5][27] - The company anticipates overall revenue growth to accelerate in 2026, driven primarily by game-related services, advertising, and other segments [27] Other Important Information - Gross profit for Q3 was RMB 227 million, with a gross margin of 13.4%, showing improvement from the previous year [15] - Interest income decreased significantly to RMB 35 million due to a lower time deposit balance following special dividends [17] Q&A Session Summary Question: Updates on in-game item sales business - In-game item sales revenue grew over 200% year-over-year, supported by strong live streaming and partnerships with flagship titles [20][21] - Future focus includes enriching item categories, expanding game partnerships, and improving the purchase experience [23] Question: Overall revenue growth outlook - Live streaming revenue has returned to growth, while non-live streaming businesses are expected to continue strong growth driven by in-game item sales [26][27] Question: Publishing strategy for Goose Goose Duck Mobile - The game has surpassed 10 million pre-registrations and is seen as a milestone in the company's publishing strategy [31] - The strategy will focus on content-driven publishing leveraging the streamer network and e-sports presence [32] Question: Financial impact of new business segments - Gross margin remains stable, with expectations for gradual improvement as game-related services scale [38]
ORIX(IX) - 2026 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-11-12 08:32
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company raised its net profit forecast from JPY 380 billion to JPY 440 billion, reflecting strong performance across all business categories [4][14] - Net income for the first half reached JPY 271.1 billion, a record high and an increase of 48% year-on-year [13][14] - ROE for the first half was annualized at 12.7%, up from 8.8% in the previous fiscal year [20][14] - The four-year ROE forecast was increased to 10.3%, up by 1.3% compared to the previous year [16][14] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Finance segment profit increased by 8% year-on-year to JPY 99.6 billion, driven by strong gross investment income [18][14] - Operation segment profit rose by 9% year-on-year to JPY 114.9 billion, benefiting from inbound tourism demand [18][14] - Investment segment profit surged by 117% year-on-year to JPY 194.9 billion, largely due to the sale of Greenko Energy and other assets [19][14] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total group AUM reached JPY 88 trillion, moving closer to the medium-term target of JPY 100 trillion [10][16] - The company reported a significant increase in financial income from leases and loans in Asia and Australia [18][14] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to achieve a long-term vision of 15% ROE and JPY 1 trillion in net profit by March 2035 [3][4] - A new PE fund was established in collaboration with the Qatar Investment Authority, targeting investments in Japanese companies [5][4] - The Osaka Integrated Resort project is set to open around fall 2030, with construction costs revised upwards due to inflation [8][4] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving midterm business plans and long-term vision through disciplined portfolio management and capital recycling [11][4] - The company is closely monitoring the impact of rising interest rates and inflation on its operations and asset management [52][14] Other Important Information - The share buyback program was expanded from JPY 100 billion to JPY 150 billion, with JPY 78 billion already repurchased [15][14] - The company is transitioning to an asset-light portfolio to enhance corporate value and improve capital efficiency [10][14] Q&A Session Summary Question: Inquiry about joint investment with QIA - Management explained that the joint PE fund with QIA was established after two years of negotiation, aiming to leverage third-party funds for larger projects without significantly bloating the balance sheet [40][42][44] Question: ROE target and initiatives to achieve it - Management acknowledged the need for initiatives to achieve the 11% ROE target, emphasizing the importance of monitoring interest rates and capital management [49][52] Question: Outlook for next year's profit forecast - Management indicated that while the current year has seen significant one-off gains, they expect to maintain a steady profit growth trajectory moving forward [56][60][75] Question: Capital recycling forecast and segment profit balance - Management clarified that the capital gain forecast for the year is on track, with expectations for solid performance in the real estate market and private equity portfolio [64][66] Question: Concerns about potential impairments and next year's business plan - Management reassured that while there may be fluctuations in profit, they do not foresee significant impairments and are optimistic about next year's performance [70][72][75]