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26 May 2026, 02:18 UTC · 23w ago
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JOYY is positive following a significant expansion of its shareholder return program and rapid growth in its advertising segment. The shift toward a more diversified revenue stream and aggressive capital return provides a new valuation floor and growth catalyst.
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JOYY announced a new $1.5 billion shareholder return program comprising $600 million in share repurchases and $900 million in quarterly dividends through 2028.
More positive than 99% of claims this week
BIGO Ads revenue surged 55.6% year-over-year to $124.8 million in the first quarter of 2026.
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The new $1.5 billion shareholder return program and a 55.6% surge in BIGO Ads revenue provide material catalysts that diversify the business away from its slow-growing social entertainment core.
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More positive than 92% of claims this week
Total revenue grew 12.4% year-over-year to $555.7 million, the highest growth rate the company has delivered in recent years.
More positive than 85% of claims this week
Non-GAAP operating income and EBITDA increased by 22.5% and 13.2% year-over-year to $38.0 million and $45.7 million, respectively.
So whatOperating leverage is improving as profit growth is currently outpacing revenue growth.
More positive than 76% of claims this week
Social entertainment revenue, the company's largest segment, grew by a modest 3.2% year-over-year to $400.4 million.
More positive than 39% of claims this week
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More positive than 95% of ticker scores this week
The company reported strong revenue growth of 12.4% YoY and announced a significant $1.5 billion shareholder return program.
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