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SHENZHEN, China, March 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ –Tencent Music Entertainment Group (“TME,” or the “Company”) (NYSE: TME and HKEX: 1698), the leading online music and audio entertainment platform in China, today announced its unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2024.

Fourth Quarter 2024 Financial Highlights

Total revenues were RMB7.46 billion (US$1.02 billion), representing an 8.2% year-over-year increase, primarily due to strong year-over-year growth in revenues from online music services, and partially offset by a decline in revenues from social entertainment services and others.Revenues from music subscriptions were RMB4.03 billion (US$552 million), representing 18.0% year-over-year growth. The number of paying users increased by 13.4% year-over-year to 121.0 million, up by 2.0 million from the third quarter of 2024. ARPPU grew to RMB11.1 from RMB10.7 in the same period of 2023.Net profit was RMB2.08 billion (US$284 million), representing 47.3% year-over-year growth. Net profit attributable to equity holders of the Company was RMB1.96 billion (US$268 million), representing 49.8% year-over-year growth. Non-IFRS net profit[1] was RMB2.40 billion (US$329 million), representing 43.0% year-over-year growth. Non-IFRS net profit attributable to equity holders of the Company[1] was RMB2.28 billion (US$312 million), representing 44.8% year-over-year growth.Diluted earnings per ADS was RMB1.26 (US$0.17), up from RMB0.83 in the same period of 2023.Total cash, cash equivalents, term deposits and short-term investments as of December 31, 2024 were RMB37.58 billion (US$5.15 billion).

Full Year 2024 Financial Highlights

Total revenues were RMB28.40 billion (US$3.89 billion), representing a 2.3% year-over-year increase.Revenues from music subscriptions were RMB15.23 billion (US$2.09 billion), representing 25.9% year-over-year growth. The strong growth was driven by continuous expansion in both paying users and ARPPU.Net profit was RMB7.11 billion (US$974 million), representing 36.2% year-over-year growth. Net profit attributable to equity holders of the Company was RMB6.64 billion (US$910 million), representing 35.0% year-over-year growth. Non-IFRS net profit[1] was RMB8.14 billion (US$1.12 billion), representing 30.7% year-over-year growth. Non-IFRS net profit attributable to equity holders of the Company[1] was RMB7.67 billion (US$1.05 billion), representing 29.5% year-over-year growth.The Company’s board of directors approved an annual cash dividend of approximately US$273 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, and authorized a new Share Repurchase Program up to US$1 billion during a 24-month period commencing from March 2025.

Mr. Cussion Pang, Executive Chairman of TME, commented, “2024 was a year of solid progress for TME, marked by strong performance in our online music business driving overall revenue growth and expanding profit margins. Our pioneering initiatives across the music value chain have reshaped the industry landscape and enriched our ecosystem, boosting subscriber penetration rate and lifetime value. We closed fourth quarter with advancements across key areas of online music business, laying a stronger foundation for future growth and innovation. With confidence into 2025, we are pleased to announce an annual dividend of approximately US$273 million and an expanded share repurchase program of up to US$1 billion. We are committed to delivering shareholder value while strategically positioning the company for long-term success.”

Mr. Ross Liang, CEO of TME, continued, “Our unwavering focus on user experience and effective operations have been crucial for stellar performance in 2024 and will continue to underpin future development. Enriching content ecosystem, fueled by technology integration, empowered us to further innovate and lead the way of music content consumption. Our SVIP initiative also recorded solid performance during the fourth quarter, resulting in user engagement improvement and ARPPU expansion. Looking ahead to 2025, we aim to harness the power of AI to personalize our services and bring more new experiences to users.”

Fourth Quarter 2024 Operational Highlights 

Key Operating Metrics

4Q24

4Q23

YoY %

MAUs – online music (million)

556

576

(3.5 %)

Mobile MAUs – social entertainment (million)

82

104

(21.2 %)

Paying users – online music (million)

121.0

106.7

13.4 %

Paying users – social entertainment (million)

7.7

8.0

(3.8 %)

Monthly ARPPU – online music (RMB)

11.1

10.7

3.7 %

Monthly ARPPU – social entertainment (RMB)

70.4

78.0

(9.7 %)

Broadening content and expansive ecosystem offer users a wider range of music services with enhanced benefits.

Diversified content offerings with over 260 million licensed and co-created music and audio tracks.1) Renewed contracts with SM Entertainment and Kakao Entertainment, expanding partnerships to include premium sound effects, artist performances and merchandise. 2) Partnered with renowned artists such as Dao Lang and Tayu Lo[2] to offer timeless classics and privileged head-start benefits. 3) Collaborated with Angela Zhang to produce, release, and promote her album Conflicted, helping her reach a greater audience base and receive widespread acclaim. 4) Produced theme songs and original soundtracks for Tencent Video blockbusters including Blossom and Guardians of the Dafeng, and theatrical releases A Tapestry of a Legendary Land and TIGER WOLF RABBIT, quickly garnering praise from music lovers and movie viewers alike.Solid progress made in artist merchandise and live performances. For example, 1) Produced physical albums for Xiao Zhan and Lay Zhang, and provided options to purchase Esther Yu’s merchandise along with her digital albums, significantly boosting album sales, 2) Partnered with Mayday to host an online New Year’s Eve concert and promoted the event across multiple short video platforms and social media channels.

Reinforced core value proposition further drove subscriber and ARPPU growth, SVIP gathered more traction.

Enhancements to algorithms and user interface drove personal music asset accumulation, measured by a 10% year-over-year increase in users’ song collections. The improvements also boosted recommendation-driven streams.We saw traction in our in-car music consumption driven by 1) expanded partnerships with mapping services including Amap and Baidu Maps, as well as deeper collaborations with electric vehicle manufacturers like BYD and XPENG, 2) optimized user experience through improved audio quality and karaoke features.SVIP recorded strong sequential growth in memberships, along with improved ARPPU and engagement. These results benefited from: 1) elevated audio quality and effects, such as our highly acclaimed AI-powered audio effect and voice extraction, 2) expanded digital album library, and 3) introduction of diverse privileges for online concerts, such as high-definition modes for selective shows.

Committed to innovation, we launched new features to bring novel experience to users.

Integrated DeepSeek LLM into song creation, which invigorated passion for music creation among our users. It also garnered an increasingly personalized music experience through its integration with AI assistants, comment sections, and recommendation pages.Launched innovative virtual fan-artist communities, boosting user engagement and ecosystem vibrancy. Notable examples included the virtual communities of JC-T and Teens in Times.Fostering stronger connections between brands and users, we designed and advertised interactive incentivized tasks, which became highly popular among our users. This led to robust year-over-year growth in advertising revenue.

Fourth Quarter 2024 Financial Review

Total revenues increased by RMB565 million, or 8.2%, to RMB7.46 billion (US$1.02 billion) from RMB6.89 billion in the same period of 2023.

Revenues from online music services delivered a strong year-over-year increase of 16.1% to RMB5.83 billion (US$799 million) from RMB5.02 billion in the same period of 2023. The increase was driven by solid growth in music subscription revenues, supplemented by growth in revenues from advertising services. Revenues from music subscriptions were RMB4.03 billion (US$552 million), representing 18.0% year-over-year growth, compared with RMB3.42 billion in the same period of 2023. This rapid growth was driven by continuous expansion in the online music paying user base and improved ARPPU. The number of online music paying users increased by 13.4% year-over-year to 121.0 million. This growth was primarily due to high quality contents, attractive membership privileges, and optimized user operations. Monthly ARPPU increased to RMB11.1 in the fourth quarter of 2024 from RMB10.7 in the same period of 2023, which was driven by effective promotions and the expansion of SVIP membership program. The year-over-year increase in revenues from advertising was primarily due to our more diversified product portfolio and innovative ad formats, such as ad-supported mode.Revenues from social entertainment services and others decreased by 13.0% to RMB1.63 billion (US$223 million) from RMB1.87 billion in the same period of 2023. The decrease was mainly the result of adjustments to certain live-streaming interactive functions and more stringent compliance procedures implemented. Meanwhile, we continue to focus on the healthy growth in advertising and VIP memberships within social entertainment.

Cost of revenues decreased by 1.1% year-over-year to RMB4.21 billion (US$576 million), mainly due to decreased revenues from social entertainment services that led to less revenue sharing fees. Meanwhile, advertising agency fees, costs related to offline performances and payment channel fees increased year-over-year.

Gross margin increased to 43.6% from 38.3% in the same period of 2023, primarily due to strong growth in revenues from music subscriptions, including subscriptions to SVIP membership, and in revenues from advertising services, and the ramp-up of our own content.

Total operating expenses decreased by 7.3% year-over-year to RMB1.17 billion (US$161 million). Operating expenses as a percentage of total revenues decreased to 15.7% from 18.4% in the same period of 2023.

Selling and marketing expenses were RMB248 million (US$34 million), representing a 2.7% year-over-year decrease.General and administrative expenses were RMB926 million (US$127 million), representing an 8.4% year-over-year decrease. This decrease was primarily due to lower employee-related expenses.

Total operating profit was RMB2.41 billion (US$330 million) in the fourth quarter of 2024, representing a 40.5% year-over-year increase.

The finance cost for the fourth quarter of 2024 mainly reflected an unrealized foreign exchange gain, arising from treasury management activities, which was largely affected by the fluctuation of exchange rate between RMB and USD as of September 30 and December 31, 2024.

The effective tax rate for the fourth quarter of 2024 was 16.9%, compared with 17.3% in the same period of 2023. We accrued withholding income tax of RMB110 million (US$15 million) in the fourth quarter of 2024.

For the fourth quarter of 2024, net profit was RMB2.08 billion (US$284 million) and net profit attributable to equity holders of the Company was RMB1.96 billion (US$268 million). Non-IFRS net profit was RMB2.40 billion (US$329 million) and non-IFRS net profit attributable to equity holders of the Company was RMB2.28 billion (US$312 million). Please refer to the section in this press release titled “Non-IFRS Financial Measure” for details.

Basic and diluted earnings per American Depositary Shares (“ADS”) for the fourth quarter of 2024 were RMB1.27 (US$0.17) and RMB1.26 (US$0.17), respectively; non-IFRS basic and diluted earnings per ADS were RMB1.48 (US$0.20) and RMB1.47 (US$0.20), respectively. For the fourth quarter of 2024, the Company had weighted averages of 1.54 billion basic and 1.56 billion diluted ADSs outstanding, respectively. Each ADS represents two of the Company’s Class A ordinary shares.

As of December 31, 2024, the combined balance of the Company’s cash, cash equivalents, term deposits and short-term investments amounted to RMB37.58 billion (US$5.15 billion), compared with RMB36.04 billion as of September 30, 2024.

Full Year 2024 Financial Review

Total revenues increased by RMB649 million, or 2.3%, to RMB28.40 billion (US$3.89 billion) from RMB27.75 billion in 2023.

Revenues from online music services delivered a strong year-over-year increase of 25.5% to RMB21.74 billion (US$2.98 billion) from RMB17.33 billion in 2023. The increase was driven by strong growth in music subscription revenues, supplemented by growth in revenues from advertising services. Revenues from music subscriptions were RMB15.23 billion (US$2.09 billion), representing 25.9% year-over-year growth, compared with RMB12.10 billion in 2023. This rapid growth was driven by continuous expansion in the online music paying user base and improved ARPPU. Additionally, increased revenues from offline performances also contributed to the growth in revenues from online music services.Revenues from social entertainment services and others decreased by 36.1% to RMB6.66 billion (US$912 million) from RMB10.43 billion in 2023. The decrease was mainly the result of adjustments to certain live-streaming interactive functions and more stringent compliance procedures implemented. Meanwhile, we continue to focus on the healthy growth in advertising and VIP memberships within social entertainment.

Cost of revenues decreased by 8.8% year-over-year to RMB16.38 billion (US$2.24 billion), mainly due to decreased revenues from social entertainment services that led to less revenue sharing fees. Meanwhile, content costs of royalties, costs related to offline performances, advertising agency fees and payment channel fees increased year-over-year.

Gross margin increased to 42.3% from 35.3% in 2023, primarily due to strong growth in revenues from music subscriptions, including subscriptions to SVIP membership, and in revenues from advertising services, and the ramp-up of our own content.

Total operating expenses decreased by 6.8% year-over-year to RMB4.68 billion (US$641 million). Operating expenses as a percentage of total revenues decreased to 16.5% from 18.1% in 2023.

Selling and marketing expenses were RMB865 million (US$119 million), representing a 3.6% year-over-year decrease. General and administrative expenses were RMB3.81 billion (US$522 million), representing a 7.5% year-over-year decrease. This decrease was primarily due to lower employee-related expenses.

Total operating profit was RMB8.71 billion (US$1.19 billion) for the full year of 2024, representing an increase of 43.8% year-over-year.

For the full year of 2024, net profit was RMB7.11 billion (US$974 million) and net profit attributable to equity holders of the Company was RMB6.64 billion (US$910 million). Non-IFRS net profit was RMB8.14 billion (US$1.12 billion) and non-IFRS net profit attributable to equity holders of the Company was RMB7.67 billion (US$1.05 billion). Please refer to the section in this press release titled “Non-IFRS Financial Measure” for details.

Basic and diluted earnings per ADS for the full year of 2024 were RMB4.31 (US$0.59) and RMB4.24 (US$0.58), respectively; non-IFRS basic and diluted earnings per ADS were RMB4.97 (US$0.68) and RMB4.90 (US$0.67), respectively. For the full year of 2024, the Company had weighted averages of 1.54 billion basic and 1.57 billion diluted ADSs outstanding, respectively.

Share Repurchase Program

With confidence in TME’s growth prospects, our board of directors has recently authorized a new Share Repurchase Program under which the Company may repurchase up to US$1 billion of its Class A ordinary shares during a 24-month period commencing from March 2025. This program follows the completion of the US$500 million share repurchase program previously announced in March 2023.

Declaration of 2024 Dividend

For the fiscal year of 2024, the Company’s board of directors declared a cash dividend of US$0.09 per ordinary share, or US$0.18 per ADS, to holders of record of ordinary shares and ADSs as of the close of business on April 3, 2025. The aggregate amount of cash dividends to be paid will be approximately US$273 million and is expected to be paid on or around April 17, 2025 and on or around April 24, 2025 for holders of ordinary shares and holders of ADSs, respectively. Holders of the Company’s ADSs will receive the cash dividends through the depositary, The Bank of New York Mellon, subject to the terms of the deposit agreement.

Environmental, Social, and Governance (“ESG”)

We made significant strides to empower female musicians’ development, fostering a more diverse and inclusive music community, with the number of female artists supported reaching 192,000. We will continue our commitment to ESG excellence and provide these artists with more opportunities for creative expression and performance. In the fourth quarter, we also partnered with the Ministry of Education and multiple NGOs to launch the “Writing Songs for Pandas” initiative, designed to enhance public awareness of biodiversity through the influence of music.

Exchange Rate

This announcement contains translations of certain RMB amounts into U.S. dollars (“USD”) at specified rates solely for the convenience of the reader. Unless otherwise stated, all translations from RMB to USD were made at the rate of RMB7.2993 to US$1.00, the noon buying rate in effect on December 31, 2024, in the H.10 statistical release of the Federal Reserve Board. The Company makes no representation that the RMB or USD amounts referred could be converted into USD or RMB, as the case may be, at any particular rate or at all. For analytical presentation, all percentages are calculated using the numbers presented in the financial statements contained in this earnings release.

Non-IFRS Financial Measure

The Company uses non-IFRS net profit for the period, which is a non-IFRS financial measure, in evaluating its operating results and for financial and operational decision-making purposes. TME believes that non-IFRS net profit helps identify underlying trends in the Company’s business that could otherwise be distorted by the effect of certain expenses that the Company includes in its profit for the period. TME believes that non-IFRS net profit for the period provides useful information about its results of operations, enhances the overall understanding of its past performance and future prospects and allows for greater visibility with respect to key metrics used by its management in its financial and operational decision-making.

Non-IFRS net profit for the period should not be considered in isolation or construed as an alternative to operating profit, net profit for the period or any other measure of performance or as an indicator of its operating performance. Investors are encouraged to review non-IFRS net profit for the period and the reconciliation to its most directly comparable IFRS measure. Non-IFRS net profit for the period presented here may not be comparable to similarly titled measures presented by other companies. Other companies may calculate similarly titled measures differently, limiting their usefulness as comparative measures to the Company’s data. TME encourages investors and others to review its financial information in its entirety and not rely on a single financial measure.

Non-IFRS net profit for the period represents profit for the period excluding amortization of intangible and other assets arising from business acquisitions or combinations, share-based compensation expenses, net losses/gains from investments and related income tax effects.

Please see the “Unaudited Non-IFRS Financial Measure” included in this press release for a full reconciliation of non-IFRS net profit for the period to its net profit for the period.

[1] Non-IFRS net profit and non-IFRS net profit attributable to equity holders of the Company were arrived at after excluding the combined effect of amortization of intangible assets and other assets arising from business acquisitions or combinations, share-based compensation expenses, net losses/gains from investments, and related income tax effects.
[2] Names of artists and bands contained in this press release are sorted according to the following rules: (i) grouped by artists and bands: and (ii)in alphabetical order by family names.

About Tencent Music Entertainment

Tencent Music Entertainment Group (NYSE: TME and HKEX: 1698) is the leading online music and audio entertainment platform in China, operating the country’s highly popular and innovative music apps: QQ Music, Kugou Music, Kuwo Music and WeSing. TME’s mission is to create endless possibilities with music and technology. TME’s platform comprises online music, online audio, online karaoke, music-centric live streaming and online concert services, enabling music fans to discover, listen, sing, watch, perform and socialize around music. For more information, please visit ir.tencentmusic.com.

Safe Harbor Statement

This press release contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the “safe harbor” provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about the Company’s beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties, and a number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement. In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by words or phrases such as “may,” “will,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “target,” “aim,” “estimate,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “potential,” “continue,” “is/are likely to” or other similar expressions. Further information regarding these and other risks, uncertainties or factors is included in the Company’s filings with the SEC and the HKEX. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and the Company does not undertake any duty to update such information, except as required under applicable law.

Investor Relations Contact

Tencent Music Entertainment Group
ir@tencentmusic.com
+86 (755) 8601-3388 ext. 818415

 

TENCENT MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT GROUP

CONSOLIDATED INCOME STATEMENTS

Three Months Ended December 31

Year Ended December 31

2023

2024

2023

2024

 RMB 

 RMB 

 US$ 

 RMB 

 RMB 

 US$ 

 Unaudited 

 Unaudited 

 Unaudited 

 Unaudited 

 Unaudited 

 Unaudited 

(in millions, except per share data)

(in millions, except per share data)

Revenues

Online music services

5,022

5,831

799

17,325

21,742

2,979

Social entertainment services and others

1,871

1,627

223

10,427

6,659

912

6,893

7,458

1,022

27,752

28,401

3,891

Cost of revenues

(4,252)

(4,205)

(576)

(17,957)

(16,376)

(2,244)

Gross profit

2,641

3,253

446

9,795

12,025

1,647

Selling and marketing expenses

(255)

(248)

(34)

(897)

(865)

(119)

General and administrative expenses

(1,011)

(926)

(127)

(4,121)

(3,811)

(522)

Total operating expenses

(1,266)

(1,174)

(161)

(5,018)

(4,676)

(641)

Interest income 

277

315

43

1,052

1,196

164

Other gains, net

62

15

2

230

165

23

Operating profit

1,714

2,409

330

6,059

8,710

1,193

Share of net profit of investments accounted

for using equity method

20

31

4

127

96

13

Finance cost

(30)

59

8

(141)

(94)

(13)

Profit before income tax

1,704

2,499

342

6,045

8,712

1,194

Income tax expense

(295)

(423)

(58)

(825)

(1,603)

(220)

Profit for the period/year

1,409

2,076

284

5,220

7,109

974

Attributable to:

Equity holders of the Company

1,306

1,957

268

4,920

6,644

910

Non-controlling interests

103

119

16

300

465

64

Earnings per share for Class A and Class B

ordinary shares

Basic

0.42

0.64

0.09

1.58

2.15

0.30

Diluted

0.42

0.63

0.09

1.55

2.12

0.29

Earnings per ADS (2 Class A shares equal to 1 ADS)

Basic

0.84

1.27

0.17

3.15

4.31

0.59

Diluted

0.83

1.26

0.17

3.11

4.24

0.58

Shares used in earnings per Class A and Class B

ordinary share computation:

Basic

3,103,386,279

3,075,189,032

3,075,189,032

3,121,653,686

3,084,230,029

3,084,230,029

Diluted

3,145,485,054

3,112,342,854

3,112,342,854

3,168,386,031

3,130,861,720

3,130,861,720

ADS used in earnings per ADS computation

Basic

1,551,693,140

1,537,594,516

1,537,594,516

1,560,826,843

1,542,115,015

1,542,115,015

Diluted

1,572,742,527

1,556,171,427

1,556,171,427

1,584,193,016

1,565,430,860

1,565,430,860

 

 

 

TENCENT MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT GROUP

UNAUDITED NON-IFRS FINANCIAL MEASURE

Three Months Ended December 31

Year Ended December 31

2023

2024

2023

2024

 RMB 

 RMB 

 US$ 

 RMB 

 RMB 

 US$ 

 Unaudited  

 Unaudited  

 Unaudited  

 Unaudited  

 Unaudited  

 Unaudited  

(in millions, except per share data)

(in millions, except per share data)

Profit for the period/year

1,409

2,076

284

5,220

7,109

974

Adjustments:

Amortization of intangible and other assets arising from

business acquisitions or combinations*

111

110

15

445

440

60

Share-based compensation

183

156

21

736

681

93

Losses/(Gains) from investments**

23

94

13

(7)

110

15

Income tax effects***

(48)

(37)

(5)

(171)

(204)

(28)

Non-IFRS Net Profit

1,678

2,399

329

6,223

8,136

1,115

Attributable to:

Equity holders of the Company

1,575

2,280

312

5,923

7,671

1,051

Non-controlling interests

103

119

16

300

465

64

Earnings per share for Class A and Class B

ordinary shares

Basic

0.51

0.74

0.10

1.90

2.49

0.34

Diluted

0.50

0.73

0.10

1.87

2.45

0.34

Earnings per ADS (2 Class A shares equal to 1 ADS)

Basic

1.02

1.48

0.20

3.79

4.97

0.68

Diluted

1.00

1.47

0.20

3.74

4.90

0.67

Shares used in earnings per Class A and Class B

ordinary share computation:

Basic

3,103,386,279

3,075,189,032

3,075,189,032

3,121,653,686

3,084,230,029

3,084,230,029

Diluted

3,145,485,054

3,112,342,854

3,112,342,854

3,168,386,031

3,130,861,720

3,130,861,720

ADS used in earnings per ADS computation

Basic

1,551,693,140

1,537,594,516

1,537,594,516

1,560,826,843

1,542,115,015

1,542,115,015

Diluted

1,572,742,527

1,556,171,427

1,556,171,427

1,584,193,016

1,565,430,860

1,565,430,860

* Represents the amortization of identifiable assets, including intangible assets such as domain name, trademark, copyrights, supplier resources, corporate customer relationships and non-compete

 agreement etc., and fair value adjustment on music content (i.e., signed contracts obtained for the rights to access to the music contents for which the amount was amortized over the contract

period), resulting from business acquisitions or combination.

** Including the net gains/losses on deemed disposals/disposals of investments, fair value changes arising from investments, impairment provision of investments and other expenses in relation to

equity transactions of investments.

*** Represents the income tax effects of Non-IFRS adjustments.

 

 

 

TENCENT MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT GROUP

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

As at December 31, 2023

As at December 31, 2024

 RMB 

 RMB 

 US$ 

 Audited 

 Unaudited 

 Unaudited 

(in millions)

ASSETS

Non-current assets

Property, plant and equipment

490

803

110

Land use rights

2,437

2,364

324

Right-of-use assets

367

295

40

Intangible assets

2,032

2,049

281

Goodwill

19,542

19,647

2,692

Investments accounted for using equity method 

4,274

4,669

640

Financial assets at fair value through other comprehensive income 

6,540

14,498

1,986

Other investments

307

309

42

Prepayments, deposits and other assets

540

425

58

Deferred tax assets

352

422

58

Term deposits

8,719

10,419

1,427

45,600

55,900

7,658

Current assets

Inventories

8

23

3

Accounts receivable

2,918

3,508

481

Prepayments, deposits and other assets

3,438

3,793

520

Other investments

37

46

6

Term deposits

9,937

13,999

1,918

Restricted Cash 

31

11

2

Cash and cash equivalents

13,567

13,164

1,803

29,936

34,544

4,733

Total assets

75,536

90,444

12,391

EQUITY

Equity attributable to equity holders of the Company

Share capital

2

2

0

Additional paid-in capital

36,576

29,035

3,978

Shares held for share award schemes

(302)

(520)

(71)

Treasury shares 

(6,996)

(550)

(75)

Other reserves

9,658

19,845

2,719

Retained earnings

16,969

20,051

2,747

55,907

67,863

9,297

Non-controlling interests

1,295

1,863

255

Total equity

57,202

69,726

9,552

LIABILITIES

Non-current liabilities

Notes payables

5,636

3,572

489

Deferred tax liabilities

239

198

27

Lease liabilities

297

219

30

Deferred revenue 

148

179

25

6,320

4,168

571

Current liabilities

Accounts payable 

5,006

6,879

942

Other payables and other liabilities

3,472

3,381

463

Notes payables

2,154

295

Current tax liabilities

567

934

128

Lease liabilities

115

106

15

Deferred revenue

2,854

3,096

424

12,014

16,550

2,267

Total liabilities

18,334

20,718

2,838

Total equity and liabilities

75,536

90,444

12,391

 

 

 

TENCENT MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT GROUP

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

Three Months Ended December 31

Year Ended December 31

2023

2024

2023

2024

 RMB 

 RMB 

 US$ 

 RMB 

 RMB 

 US$ 

 Unaudited  

 Unaudited  

 Unaudited  

 Unaudited 

 Unaudited 

 Unaudited 

(in millions)

(in millions)

Net cash provided by operating activities 

1,977

2,480

340

7,337

10,275

1,408

Net cash (used in)/provided by investing activities 

(193)

1,324

181

(1,863)

(6,818)

(934)

Net cash used in financing activities

(576)

(815)

(112)

(1,538)

(3,830)

(525)

Net increase/(decrease) in cash and cash equivalents 

1,208

2,989

409

3,936

(373)

(51)

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of the period/year

12,381

10,209

1,399

9,555

13,567

1,859

Exchange differences on cash and cash equivalents

(22)

(34)

(5)

76

(30)

(4)

Cash and cash equivalents at end of the period/year

13,567

13,164

1,803

13,567

13,164

1,803

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Department of Health – Abu Dhabi and Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center collaborate on cancer research and personalized prevention

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ABU DHABI, UAE, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH), regulator of the healthcare sector in the emirate, together with the Abu Dhabi Public Health Center (ADPHC), today announced the execution of a Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) with Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center (Fred Hutch), one of the world’s leading cancer research institutions and home to three Nobel laureates.

By pairing Abu Dhabi’s unified clinical and genomic data infrastructure, sovereign AI capabilities and governed data environments with Fred Hutch’s globally renowned research engine, the ensuing collaborations will pave the way to shortening the distance between scientific discovery and patient benefit, for Abu Dhabi’s community and beyond.

Among the projected collaborations, the two organizations will consider leveraging Abu Dhabi’s intelligent health system, and layering Fred Hutch’s world-class science onto the secure, high-quality, real-world data foundation Abu Dhabi has built. That foundation includes the emirate’s pioneering liquid biopsy programme launched last year, one of the first national-scale efforts of its kind anywhere in the world. Alongside Abu Dhabi’s AI multi-cancer early detection work, and the world’s largest clinically integrated population-scale genomics programme – with nearly one million genomes sequence.

During his visit to the center, HE Mansoor Ibrahim Al Mansoori, Chairman of DoH commented: “Cancer is one of the defining health challenges of our time, and progress depends on combining world-class science with population-scale data, advanced AI, and research. In Abu Dhabi, we have built an AI-enabled health system that ‘cares before it cures, delivering prevention at population scale. We are already achieving some of the highest early cancer detection rates in the world, and through our partnership with Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center we are committed to bringing breakthroughs to people in Abu Dhabi and beyond.”

“This MOU between Fred Hutch Cancer Center and the Abu Dhabi Department of Health underscores the power of working together to prevent and treat cancer,” said Thomas Lynch Jr., MD, president and director of Fred Hutch and holder of the Raisbeck Endowed Chair. “Our organizations share a deep commitment to research and to provide the highest levels of cancer prevention, diagnosis and care to our communities, and we are excited to bring our expertise, tools and datasets together to identify unique approaches to cancer care and research in pursuit of our boldest goals.”

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L’Mychele & Associates Founder LaKessia Hill Completes North Texas FWC Hospitality Program (FIFA World Cup) and Appears on The Jeff Crilley Show

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DALLAS, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — L’Mychele & Associates LLC is proud to announce two significant milestones for the growing strategic meetings and events firm: Founder & CEO LaKessia Hill has successfully completed the North Texas FWC Organizing Committee’s Hospitality Program and was recently featured on The Jeff Crilley Show.

These accomplishments reflect the company’s continued momentum within the hospitality, tourism, and events industries as L’Mychele & Associates expands its presence through strategic partnerships, leadership engagement, and elevated client experiences.

The completion of the North Texas FWC Hospitality Program further strengthens the company’s commitment to delivering intentional, guest-centered experiences rooted in strategy, hospitality, and meaningful connection — values that are central to the L’Mychele & Associates brand.

In addition, Hill recently joined veteran journalist and media personality Jeff Crilley on The Jeff Crilley Show to discuss her entrepreneurial journey, the vision behind L’Mychele & Associates, and the company’s approach to creating experiences as bold as its clients’ goals.

“Both opportunities represent growth, visibility, and the continued evolution of our brand,” said Hill. “Hospitality is more than service — it’s about creating intentional moments that leave lasting impressions. Being recognized through the hospitality program and having the opportunity to share our story on The Jeff Crilley Show were both incredibly meaningful experiences.”

Known for its consultative and strategy-first approach, L’Mychele & Associates specializes in executive summits, conferences, nonprofit galas, incentive experiences, corporate meetings, and curated social gatherings. The firm partners with organizations, brands, and leaders to transform ideas into impactful experiences through strategic planning, management, and execution.

Guided by the company’s signature philosophy — “The Art of Listening. The Science of Execution.” — L’Mychele & Associates continues to position itself as a strategic partner within the meetings, events, and hospitality industries.

The episode of The Jeff Crilley Show featuring LaKessia Hill is now available across multiple platforms, including YouTube, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Transistor.

About L’Mychele & Associates LLC

L’Mychele & Associates LLC is a Dallas-based strategic meetings and events firm specializing in executive summits, corporate meetings, conferences, nonprofit events, incentive experiences, and curated social gatherings. The company is known for blending strategy, hospitality, and execution to create experiences that drive connection and lasting impact.

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HBX GROUP ANNOUNCES HALF YEAR 2026 FINANCIAL RESULTS

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LONDON, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — HBX Group International plc (HBX Group, the Company, the Group, HBX.SM) announces its Half Year 2026 results for the six months ended 31 March 2026.  

TTV up +17% to €3.8bn, and Revenue of €309m, up +1% YoY at constant currency, reflecting targeted commercial and strategic actions to prioritise growth and capture market share, partly offset by disruption from the Middle East conflictAdjusted EBITDA up +9% at constant currency to €163m, with margin of 53% expanding +4ppts in constant currency. Profit after tax was €28m (H1 25: €(227)m).Strong cash generation with 103% cash conversion and leverage at 1.7x Adjusted Net Debt / Adjusted EBITDA. S €100m share buyback programme and a 7.5 cents per share (c.€18m) interim dividend.Executing the strategic building blocks, including the acquisition of Bridgify announced today.FY26E guidance revised to reflect the impact of Middle East conflict and macroeconomic uncertainty. New FY26 guidance is for constant currency TTV growth +11% to +15%, Revenue growth -4% to +1% and Adjusted EBITDA growth -5% to -2%, and Operating Free Cash Flow conversion between 90% and 100%. Medium-term guidance is unchanged.

First half 2026 Financial Performance Summary1

6 months
ended 31
March 2026

6 months
ended 31
March 2025

Change
constant
currency2

Change 

Total Transaction Value (TTV) (€m)

3,770

3,370

+17 %

+12 %

Revenue (€m)

309

319

+1 %

-3 %

Adjusted EBITDA (€m)

163

159

+9 %

+3 %

Delivering profitable growth

Group TTV increased to €3.8bn in the first half, up +17% at constant currency. TTV contribution increased from shorter lead-time bookings, Third Party Supply and Online Travel Agents.

Revenue of €309m, increased +1% in constant currency. Take rate was 8.2%, down 1.3ppts year‑on‑year.

Adjusted EBITDA increased 9%, with margin +4ppts.

Net finance costs were €35m, 77% lower than the prior year. The tax charge was €16m. Adjusted Earnings were €83m, up +44% at constant currency.

Delivering commercial milestones in line with strategy

Commercial progress in H1 2026 reflected HBX Group’s strategy to expand its global travel ecosystem and drive profitability through AI-driven operational efficiency and commercial performance. Key developments included new distribution partnerships in Asia-Pacific, acquisitions such as Bridgify and PerfectStay to strengthen experiences and dynamic capabilities, and new platform and fintech initiatives.

HBX group also continued embedding AI across products and operations, including AI-powered solutions for Bedsonline and HotelTech, while scaling internal AI agents already delivering measurable savings and supporting more than 120 identified use cases, reinforcing the Group’s connected B2B travel ecosystem strategy.

Regional performance and trading dynamics

TTV grew in double-digits in all three regions, up +18% in the Americas and +16% in both MEAPAC and Europe, at constant currency.

In Europe, TTV growth was supported by strong intra‑regional and domestic travel. Asia Pacific up +18%, partly offset by slower growth in the Middle East and disruption on some Europe-Asia corridors. In the Americas, TTV was predominantly driven by domestic demand.

Middle East impact and near‑term outlook

Since late February, the escalation of the conflict in the Middle East has impacted travel demand across affected destinations and selected international corridors, resulting in increased volatility, shorter booking windows and reduced near‑term visibility. The impact of this on H1 Group TTV growth was approximately 1ppt.

HBX Group implemented dynamic pricing, inventory reallocation and active partner support. Demand outside affected corridors has been more resilient.

Cost discipline, cash generation and capital allocation

Underlying operating costs fell by 5%. Performance was supported by productivity initiatives, automation and AI.

On a last 12-month basis, Operating Free Cash Flow was €447m, with cash conversion of 103% over the last 12 months. Adjusted Net Debt at 31 March 2026 stood at €741m.

Outlook

The Group started FY26 with strong performance. Since late February, trading conditions have been adversely impacted by the escalation of the conflict in the Middle East and broader geopolitical uncertainty.

The Group has revised its FY26 guidance. Updated outlook reflects a -4ppt effect of the Middle East conflict on TTV growth. Assumes four months of disruption with gradual stabilisation.

For the complete press release and disclaimer applicable to this information, please visit www.investors.hbxgroup.com

1 See financial statements for definitions of specific financial terms and KPIs, including any Alternative Performance Measures (APMs)
2 Constant currency changes exclude the impact of foreign exchange rate fluctuations by translating current year results at the exchange rates used in the prior year.

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Clara Truyols
clatruyols@hbxgroup.com 

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