Retained earnings is the accumulated portion of net income that is not distributed to shareholders. Kuaishou Technology's retained earnings for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $-32,129 Mil.
Kuaishou Technology's quarterly retained earnings
increased
from Sep. 2025 ($-32,116 Mil) to Dec. 2025 ($-31,852 Mil) but then
declined
from Dec. 2025 ($-31,852 Mil) to Mar. 2026 ($-32,129 Mil).
Kuaishou Technology's annual retained earnings
increased
from Dec. 2023 ($-36,062 Mil) to Dec. 2024 ($-33,261 Mil) and
increased
from Dec. 2024 ($-33,261 Mil) to Dec. 2025 ($-31,852 Mil).
Historically profitable companies sometimes have negative retained earnings. This is because they have cumulatively paid out more to shareholders than they reported in profits.
For example, in 2011, Microsoft had negative retained earnings. This does not mean the company lost more money than it made over the years. It just means it paid out more money than it earned.
If a company has negative retained earnings, investors should check the 10-year financial results. They should not assume that negative retained earnings prove a company has generally lost money in the past.
Of course, many companies with negative retained earnings have indeed lost money in the past.
Retained Earnings: Warren Buffett's Secret.
One of the most important indicators of durable competitive advantage. Net earnings can be paid out as dividends, used to buy back shares or retained for growth.
If the company loses more than it has accumulated, retained earnings is negative.
If a company isn't adding to its retained earnings, it isn't growing its net worth.
Rate of growth of retained earnings is good indicator whether it's benefiting from a competitive advantage.
Microsoft is negative because it chose to buyback stock and pay dividends.
The more earnings retained, the faster it grows and increases growth rate for future earnings.
Kuaishou Technology Retained Earnings Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Kuaishou Technology's Retained Earnings can be seen below:
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Retained Earnings is the accumulated portion of net income that is not distributed to shareholders. Because the net income was not distributed to shareholders, shareholders' equity is increased by the same amount.
Of course, if a company loses, it is called retained losses, or accumulated losses.
What does a Retained Earnings of $-32,129 Mil mean?
Kuaishou Technology (KSHTY) has a Retained Earnings of $-32,129 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Retained earnings is the amount of net income not issued to shareholders. View historical data on Kuaishou Technology and its competitors.
Is Kuaishou Technology's Retained Earnings too high?
Kuaishou Technology's current Retained Earnings is $-32,129 Mil. Overall, Kuaishou Technology has a GF Score™ of 68/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kuaishou Technology's Retained Earnings compare to GOOGL and META?
Kuaishou Technology's Retained Earnings of $-32,129 Mil can be compared against companies in the Interactive Media industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Retained Earnings for an Interactive Media company?
A good Retained Earnings depends on the Interactive Media industry context. However, Retained Earnings should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Retained Earnings mean?
A high Retained Earnings can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Retained earnings is the amount of net income not issued to shareholders. View historical data on Kuaishou Technology and its competitors. Kuaishou Technology's current Retained Earnings is $-32,129 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kuaishou Technology stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kuaishou Technology (KSHTY) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $1.92, compared to a current price of $1.09 — trading 43.2% below its estimated fair value. The current Retained Earnings is $-32,129 Mil. Kuaishou Technology's overall GF Score™ is 68/100 with 2 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Retained Earnings calculated?
Retained Earnings is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Kuaishou Technology (KSHTY), the current Retained Earnings is $-32,129 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Kuaishou Technology (KSHTY) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kuaishou Technology stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $1.09 is trading 43.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of $1.92.
GuruFocus considers Kuaishou Technology to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for KSHTY:
Retained Earnings: $-32,129 Mil
GF Value™: $1.92 vs. price of $1.09 (43.2% below fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the KSHTY stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Kuaishou Technology is a social media platform where users create, watch, and share short-form videos. Approximately half of the company's revenue comes from advertising. Additionally, Kuaishou generates revenue through livestreaming, where fans purchase virtual gifts to tip hosts. The platform also features livestreaming e-commerce, enabling users to buy products showcased in videos, with Kuaishou earning a commission on each transaction. Kuaishou's primary competitors are ByteDance's Douyin and Tencent Video. Notably, Tencent owns a 16% stake in Kuaishou.
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