Youdao Inc (NYSE:DAO)
$ 14.89 -1.5 (-9.15%) Market Cap: 1.80 Bil Enterprise Value: 1.93 Bil PE Ratio: 77.15 PB Ratio: 0 GF Score: 66/100

Q3 2024 Youdao Inc Earnings Call Transcript

Nov 14, 2024 / 10:00AM GMT
Release Date Price: $4.95 (+2.48%)

Key Points

Positve
  • Youdao Inc (DAO) reported a 2.2% increase in total net revenue for the third quarter of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023.
  • Net revenue from smart devices increased by 25.2% year-over-year, driven by the popularity of newly launched products.
  • Online marketing services saw a significant 45.6% increase in net revenue, attributed to the demand for performance-based advertisements and investment in AI technology.
  • The company achieved an operating income margin of 6.8% in Q3 2024, compared to an operating loss margin of 3.7% in the same period last year.
  • Youdao Inc (DAO) reported a net income attributable to ordinary shareholders of RMB86.3 million, a significant improvement from a net loss in the previous year.
Negative
  • Net revenue from learning services decreased by 19.2% year-over-year, reflecting a more selective customer acquisition approach.
  • Total gross profit decreased by 8.2% compared to the third quarter of 2023.
  • Gross margin for learning services declined from 67.8% in Q3 2023 to 62.1% in Q3 2024.
  • The company's contract liabilities decreased to RMB839.7 million as of September 30, 2024, from RMB1.1 billion at the end of 2023.
  • Net cash used in operating activities was RMB85.4 million for the third quarter, indicating cash flow challenges.
Feng Zhou
Youdao, Inc. - Chief Executive Officer and Director

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From operations in the same period of last year. I am confident that we will achieve full year operational profit profitability this year.

Looking ahead, we are committed to the continued implementation of our large language models. We have to enhance user experience and create a greater value through digital content services, AI driven subscription services and smart devices. In our online marketing services. We aim to explore new domestic opportunities while also expanding internationally to better support client success. Lastly, financially, we remain dedicated to prudent operations and strengthening our profitability.

With that. I will turn the call over to Su Peng to provide you with more detailed insights into our financial performance. Thank you.

Peng Su
Youdao, Inc. - Vice President

Thank you, Mr. Zhou and hello everyone. Today, I will be presenting some financial highlights from the third quarter of 2024. We encourage you to read our

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