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Sound Group Q2 2025 earnings summary

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Q2 2025 earnings summary28 Aug, 2025

Executive summary

  • Net revenues for the first half of 2025 reached RMB1,357.7 million (US$189.5 million), up 47% year-over-year, driven by growth in audio entertainment and AI product revenues.

  • Net income was RMB67.6 million (US$9.4 million), a turnaround from a net loss of RMB36.5 million in the same period last year.

  • Average total mobile MAUs declined to 30.4 million from 35.7 million year-over-year.

  • Strategic focus on expanding AI initiatives and content ecosystem contributed to revenue growth and operational efficiency.

Financial highlights

  • Gross profit increased 59% year-over-year to RMB392.1 million (US$54.7 million); gross margin improved to 29% from 27%.

  • Operating income was RMB63.2 million (US$8.8 million), compared to an operating loss of RMB44.3 million a year ago.

  • Non-GAAP net income was RMB70.4 million (US$9.8 million), versus a non-GAAP net loss of RMB27.1 million last year.

  • Basic and diluted net income per ADS was RMB13.73 (US$1.92), compared to a net loss per ADS of RMB6.04.

  • Cash and cash equivalents plus restricted cash totaled RMB511.1 million (US$71.4 million) as of June 30, 2025.

Outlook and guidance

  • Management expects to continue enhancing operational efficiency and exploring new growth opportunities, leveraging a strong balance sheet and ongoing AI initiatives.

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Sound Group Inc. (formerly known as LIZHI INC.) is an audio-centric social and entertainment company that specializes in building platforms for audio-based communication and social networking. The company leverages its proprietary technologies to offer a diverse range of audio content, fostering connections among users through entertainment-focused experiences. Its product portfolio includes various tools and platforms designed to cater to the growing interest in audio content, from podcasts to interactive voice applications. The company is headquartered in Singapore, and its shares are listed on the NASDAQ.

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