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36Kr Holdings Inc (KRKR)
NASDAQ:KRKR
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36Kr Holdings Inc (KRKR) Price & Analysis

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KRKR Stock Chart & Stats

$4.22
-$0.09(-2.76%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$4.22
-$0.09(-2.76%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Return To Profitability And Margin ExpansionThe company returned to net profitability in FY2025 with sharp gross margin improvement and positive H2 earnings, indicating that core operations can generate surplus after direct costs. Durable margin expansion reduces reliance on financing and supports reinvestment or debt reduction if sustained by stable revenue.
Improved Cash Generation And Manageable LeverageMaterial positive operating and free cash flow in 2025, together with higher cash balances and modest debt (~0.31x equity), provide liquidity and financial flexibility. Strong cash conversion quality supports ongoing operations and investment, lowering short-to-medium term refinancing and solvency risks.
Large Audience & Growing Live/video And AI CommercializationA sizable, expanding audience plus rapid growth in live/video monetization and scaled AI products creates structural commercial levers. Diversifying monetization toward live/video and enterprise AI services can deepen client relationships and raise ad and service yields over the medium term.
Bears Say
Multi-year Revenue ContractionRevenue has contracted over multiple years and full-year 2025 was slightly lower, which undermines the durability of the operating turnaround. Without re-accelerating top-line growth, margin gains from cost cuts risk being temporary and limit scalable profitability and market-share gains.
Profit Improvement Driven Largely By Cost Cuts/one-offsA significant portion of the turnaround stems from aggressive expense reductions and the non-recurrence of large impairments. If revenue growth falters, margins dependent on cost savings and one-time benefits may compress, exposing earnings to reversal risks and potential need for renewed restructuring.
R&D/headcount Reductions Risk Product InnovationCutting R&D and headcount reduces near-term costs but may impair long-term product development, AI advancement, and content capabilities. Underinvestment risks slowing innovation and monetization of new formats, which could weaken competitive positioning in a rapidly evolving media and AI-driven market.

36Kr Holdings Inc News

KRKR FAQ

What was 36Kr Holdings Inc’s price range in the past 12 months?
36Kr Holdings Inc lowest stock price was $2.87 and its highest was $21.36 in the past 12 months.
    What is 36Kr Holdings Inc’s market cap?
    36Kr Holdings Inc’s market cap is $6.88M.
      When is 36Kr Holdings Inc’s upcoming earnings report date?
      36Kr Holdings Inc’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 26, 2026 which is in 87 days.
        How were 36Kr Holdings Inc’s earnings last quarter?
        36Kr Holdings Inc released its earnings results on Mar 17, 2026. The company reported $1.129 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by $1.129.
          Is 36Kr Holdings Inc overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts 36Kr Holdings Inc’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does 36Kr Holdings Inc pay dividends?
            36Kr Holdings Inc does not currently pay dividends.
            What is 36Kr Holdings Inc’s EPS estimate?
            36Kr Holdings Inc’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
            How many shares outstanding does 36Kr Holdings Inc have?
            36Kr Holdings Inc has 1,781,645 shares outstanding.
              What happened to 36Kr Holdings Inc’s price movement after its last earnings report?
              36Kr Holdings Inc reported an EPS of $1.129 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 37.391%.
                Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of 36Kr Holdings Inc?
                Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in KRKR
                What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                  Company Description

                  36Kr Holdings Inc

                  36Kr Holdings Inc. provides content and business services in the People's Republic of China. It creates and distributes various content, including insightful reports on companies and timely market updates, as well as editorials and commentaries in various industries, such as technology, consumer and retail, and healthcare. The company's business services include online advertising services; enterprise value-added services, such as integrated marketing, advertisement agent, offline events, and consulting services; and subscription services to individuals, institutional investors, and enterprises. 36Kr Holdings Inc. was founded in 2010 and is based in Beijing, the People's Republic of China.

                  36Kr Holdings Inc (KRKR) Earnings & Revenues

                  KRKR Earnings Call

                  Q4 2026
                  0:00 / 0:00
                  Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
                  The call highlights a successful operational turnaround: the company returned to profitability in FY2025, delivered meaningful gross margin expansion, reduced operating expenses substantially, grew cash balances, and demonstrated strong audience and live/video commercialization momentum (notably ~40% live revenue growth and >50% growth in certain sub-vertical channels). Offsetting risks include a slight full‑year revenue decline (~1.4%), a 14.2% drop in subscription revenue, reduced R&D/headcount from restructuring, and exposure to macro-driven advertising uncertainty. Overall, the positive operational and financial improvements—especially the profit turnaround and margin gains—outweigh the lowlights, though continued revenue growth will be critical to sustain the gains.View all KRKR earnings summaries
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                  <0.01% Insiders
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