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Earnings Data
Report Date
Aug 27, 2026Before Open (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q2)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.22Last Year’s EPS
-0.12Same Quarter Last Year
Based on 0 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The call presented a mixed picture: strong and fast-growing overseas momentum (44% YoY) and improved margins/operating income contrasted with meaningful domestic challenges—primarily tax enforcement impacts on Momo agencies and Alipay policy changes hitting Tantan's membership monetization—leading to notable revenue and net income declines. Management emphasized cost discipline, product and AI-driven initiatives, and a clear path for overseas products toward profitability, while revising domestic full-year expectations modestly downward and keeping margin targets intact. Overall, positives (overseas growth, margin resilience, product improvements, cost control) partially offset significant domestic headwinds and a sizable YoY net income decline.Company Guidance
Group Revenue and Overseas Growth
Total group revenue of RMB 2.39 billion in Q1 2026 (down 5% YoY) with strong overseas growth: overseas revenue RMB 597 million, up 44% YoY and increasing to 25% of group revenue (vs 16% year-ago).
Adjusted Operating Income and Margins
Adjusted operating income of RMB 349 million, up 1% YoY, with operating margin improving to 14.6%. Non-GAAP gross margin rose to 38.8% (vs 37.9% a year ago), +~1 percentage point YoY.
Overseas Product Momentum and Profitability Progress
Two newer overseas products delivered triple-digit YoY revenue growth in Q1; one product reached positive marginal contribution for the first time and another (referred to as 'Yahoo' in the transcript) is approaching net income breakeven, validating the diversified overseas portfolio.
Operating Discipline on Costs and R&D Efficiency
Non-GAAP R&D expense decreased 11% YoY to RMB 165.2 million while R&D spend remained 7% of revenue. Non-GAAP G&A fell to RMB 89.4 million from RMB 114.8 million a year ago, reflecting ongoing cost optimization.
Improved Product Metrics and User Retention Initiatives
Momo product improvements (Argo recommendation, AI chat assists, voice/video features) helped improve retention and post-holiday recovery; China user acquisition ROI remained profitable and acquisition spend was more disciplined quarter-over-quarter.
Tantan Profitability and Monetization Actions
Despite user declines, Tantan reported improved net profit year-over-year due to cost/channel investment control and introduced unbundled monetization (standalone purchases) and promotions to mitigate membership renewal headwinds.
Healthy Cash Position and Operating Cash Flow
Total cash and equivalents and related deposits of RMB 8.56 billion as of Mar 31, 2026 (vs RMB 8.68 billion at Dec 31, 2025). Net cash provided by operating activities was RMB 158.9 million in Q1.
Full-Year Guidance and Margin Target Maintained
Company expects group revenue for 2026 to be slightly below 2025 (a small YoY decline) but reiterated target adjusted operating margin in the low teens remains achievable with ongoing efficiency measures.
MOMO Earnings History
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MOMO Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Jun 02, 2026 | $6.13 | $5.76 | -6.04% |
Mar 18, 2026 | $5.75 | $5.98 | +4.00% |
Dec 10, 2025 | $6.68 | $6.27 | -6.16% |
Sep 09, 2025 | $7.78 | $7.55 | -2.96% |
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Hello Group Inc. (MOMO) is schdueled to report earning on Aug 27, 2026, Before Open (Confirmed).
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What is MOMO EPS forecast?
MOMO EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q2) is 0.22.
