HUYA Inc. Reports FY2025 Results, Approves $31M Dividend & New $50M Share Repurchase Program

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HUYA Inc. reported its full-year 2025 financial results, showing increased revenue but continued net losses, while announcing a new $50 million share repurchase program and a $31 million cash dividend for 2026 as part of a multi-year capital return plan.

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• Full-Year 2025 Financials

  Net revenues increased by 7.0% to RMB6.50 billion (US$929.8 million) in 2025, while net loss attributable to HUYA Inc. increased to RMB112.6 million (US$16.1 million). Operating loss improved to RMB162.5 million (US$23.2 million).

• Significant Cash Dividends

  The board approved a $31 million cash dividend for 2026 (US$0.135 per share/ADS), following a $340 million dividend paid in June 2025, as part of a 2025-2027 Dividend Plan. An aggregate amount of no less than $30 million is expected for 2027.

• New Share Repurchase Program

  A new $50 million share repurchase program was authorized on March 18, 2026, effective immediately, replacing the previous program which had repurchased $75.5 million by year-end 2025 and had an unutilized quota of $24.5 million that was cancelled.

• Strategic Business Transformation

  The company is undergoing a strategic shift to expand into game-related services, leading to a decision to cease regular disclosure of MAUs and paying users from 2026, as these metrics are deemed less representative of overall business performance.

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HUYA Inc.'s annual report highlights a mixed financial picture for 2025, with revenue growth but persistent net losses. However, the company is demonstrating a strong commitment to shareholder returns through its multi-year dividend plan, which included a substantial $340 million payout in 2025 and an approved $31 million for 2026. The authorization of a new $50 million share repurchase program further reinforces this capital return strategy. Investors should note the company's strategic transformation towards game-related services, which is a significant shift in business focus, and the decision to discontinue reporting MAUs and paying users. The likely Passive Foreign Investment Company (PFIC) status for U.S. investors remains a notable concern due to potential adverse tax implications. The substantial capital return initiatives are likely to be viewed positively by the market, offsetting some of the concerns regarding profitability and the strategic transition.