RLX Technology Announces Unaudited Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2025 Financial Results
Fourth Quarter 2025 Financial Highlights
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Net revenues were
RMB1,141.3 million (US$163.2 million ) in the fourth quarter of 2025, increasing by 40.3% fromRMB813.5 million in the same period of 2024. - Gross margin was 31.4% in the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with 27.0% in the same period of 2024.
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Non-GAAP income from operations
[1]
was
RMB158.1 million (US$22.6 million ) in the fourth quarter of 2025, increasing by 37.9% fromRMB114.7 million in the same period of 2024. -
U.S. GAAP net income wasRMB286.3 million (US$40.9 million ) in the fourth quarter of 2025, increasing by 124.8% fromRMB127.4 million in the same period of 2024. -
Non-GAAP net income[
1]
was
RMB323.0 million (US$46.2 million ) in the fourth quarter of 2025, increasing by 27.6% fromRMB253.2 million in the same period of 2024.
Fiscal Year 2025 Financial Highlights
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Net revenues were
RMB3,958.9 million (US$566.1 million ) in fiscal year 2025, increasing by 44.0% fromRMB2,748.6 million in the prior year. - Gross margin was 29.9% in fiscal year 2025, compared with 26.4% in the prior year.
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Non-GAAP income from operations[
1]
was
RMB569.9 million (US$81.5 million ) in fiscal year 2025, increasing by 110.2% fromRMB271.1 million in the prior year. -
U.S. GAAP net income wasRMB934.4 million (US$133.6 million ) in fiscal year 2025, increasing by 65.6% fromRMB564.3 million in the prior year. -
Non-GAAP net income[
1]
was
RMB1,162.3 million (US$166.2 million ) in fiscal year 2025, increasing by 23.5% fromRMB940.8 million in the prior year.
"We delivered robust growth in 2025, capped by a strong fourth quarter performance, as we continued to build structural value across our global footprint," said Ms. Ying (Kate) Wang, Co‑founder, Chairperson, and Chief Executive Officer of RLX Technology. "By harmonizing organic business development with targeted strategic investment, we have established a resilient framework for scale. Effective execution drove meaningful progress in our international expansion. At the same time, intensified customs enforcement improved
Mr. Chao Lu, Chief Financial Officer of
Fourth Quarter 2025 Financial Results
Net revenues were
Gross profit was
Gross margin increased to 31.4% in the fourth quarter of 2025 from 27.0% in the same period of 2024, primarily due to a favorable change in the revenue mix and further supply chain optimization.
Operating expenses were
Selling expenses were
General and administrative expenses were
Research and development expenses were
Non-GAAP income from operations was
Income tax expense was
Non-GAAP net income was
Non-GAAP basic and diluted net income per ADS
[2]
were
Balance Sheet and Cash Flow
As of
Fiscal Year 2025 Financial Results
Net revenues were
Gross profit was
Gross margin increased to 29.9% in fiscal year 2025 from 26.4% in the prior year, primarily due to a favorable change in the revenue mix and further supply chain optimization.
Operating expenses were
Selling expenses were
General and administrative expenses were
Research and development expenses were
Income tax expense was
Non-GAAP net income was
Non-GAAP basic and diluted net income per ADS were
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[1] Non-GAAP net income and non-GAAP income from operations are non-GAAP financial measures. For more information on the Company's non-GAAP financial measures, please see the section "Non-GAAP Financial Measures" and the table captioned "Unaudited Reconciliation of GAAP and Non-GAAP Results" set forth at the end of this press release. |
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[2] Non-GAAP basic and diluted net income per ADS is a non-GAAP financial measure. For more information on the Company's non-GAAP financial measures, please see the section "Non-GAAP Financial Measures" and the table captioned "Unaudited Reconciliation of GAAP and Non-GAAP Results" set forth at the end of this press release. |
Shareholder Returns
As of
Conference Call
The Company's management will host an earnings conference call at
Dial-in details for the earnings conference call are as follows:
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+1-888-317-6003 |
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International: |
+1-412-317-6061 |
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+800-963-976 |
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+852-5808-1995 |
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Mainland |
400-120-6115 |
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Participant Code (English line): |
8804299 |
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Participant Code (Chinese simultaneous interpretation line): |
7472529 |
Participants may choose between the English and Chinese simultaneous interpretation options above when joining the conference call. Please note that the Chinese simultaneous interpretation option is in listen-only mode. Participants should dial in 10 minutes before the scheduled start time and ask to be connected to the call for "
Additionally, a live and archived webcast of the conference call will be available on the Company's investor relations website at https://ir.relxtech.com.
A replay of the conference call will be accessible approximately two hours after the conclusion of the call until
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+1-855-669-9658 |
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International: |
+1-412-317-0088 |
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Replay Access Code (English line): |
6066425 |
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Replay Access Code (Chinese line) |
5700159 |
About
For more information, please visit: http://ir.relxtech.com.
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
The Company uses non-GAAP net income, non-GAAP income from operations and non-GAAP basic and diluted net income per ADS, each a non-GAAP financial measure, in evaluating its operating results and for financial and operational decision-making purposes. Non-GAAP net income represents net income excluding share-based compensation expenses, amortization and depreciation of assets arising from fair value step-up in business acquisitions, and tax effects on non-GAAP adjustments. Non-GAAP income from operations represents net income from operations excluding share-based compensation expenses and amortization and depreciation of assets arising from fair value step-up in business acquisitions. Non-GAAP basic and diluted net income per ADS is computed using non-GAAP net income attributable to
The Company presents these non-GAAP financial measures because they are used by the management to evaluate its operating performance and formulate business plans. The Company believes that they help identify underlying trends in its business that could otherwise be distorted by the effect of certain expenses that are included in net income. The Company also believes that the use of the non-GAAP measures facilitates investors' assessment of its operating performance, as they could provide useful information about its operating results, enhance the overall understanding of its past performance and future prospects, and allow for greater visibility with respect to key metrics used by the management in its financial and operational decision making.
The non-GAAP financial measures are not defined under
For more information on the non-GAAP financial measures, please see the table captioned "Unaudited Reconciliation of GAAP and non-GAAP Results" set forth at the end of this press release.
Exchange Rate Information
This announcement contains translations of certain RMB amounts into
Safe Harbor Statement
This announcement contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the "safe harbor" provisions of the
For more information, please contact:
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Head of Capital Markets
Email: ir@relxtech.com
Tel: +86-10-6508-0677
Email: RLX@tpg-ir.com
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Tel: +1-212-481-2050
Email: RLX@tpg-ir.com
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UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS |
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(All amounts in thousands) |
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As of |
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2024 |
2025 |
2025 |
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RMB |
RMB |
US$ |
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ASSETS |
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Current assets: |
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Cash and cash equivalents |
5,593,492 |
5,367,139 |
767,491 |
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Restricted cash |
50,867 |
177,873 |
25,436 |
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Short-term bank deposits, net |
2,179,886 |
2,310,486 |
330,395 |
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Receivables from online payment platforms |
4,722 |
4,080 |
583 |
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Short-term investments |
719,755 |
2,326,610 |
332,701 |
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Accounts and notes receivable, net |
78,484 |
190,442 |
27,233 |
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Inventories |
142,552 |
297,682 |
42,568 |
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Amounts due from related parties |
346,132 |
210,239 |
30,064 |
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Prepayments and other current assets, net |
185,091 |
319,478 |
45,685 |
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Total current assets |
9,300,981 |
11,204,029 |
1,602,156 |
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Non-current assets: |
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Property, equipment and leasehold improvement, net |
50,787 |
245,981 |
35,175 |
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Intangible assets, net |
52,796 |
213,141 |
30,479 |
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Long-term investments, net |
8,000 |
8,330 |
1,191 |
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Deferred tax assets, net |
38,067 |
29,104 |
4,162 |
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Right-of-use assets, net |
24,110 |
82,430 |
11,787 |
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Long-term bank deposits, net |
727,448 |
433,618 |
62,007 |
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Long-term investment securities, net |
6,599,365 |
5,116,336 |
731,626 |
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59,581 |
567,181 |
81,106 |
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Other non-current assets, net |
9,914 |
29,412 |
4,206 |
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Total non-current assets |
7,570,068 |
6,725,533 |
961,739 |
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Total assets |
16,871,049 |
17,929,562 |
2,563,895 |
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LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY |
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Current liabilities: |
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Accounts and notes payable |
458,538 |
403,708 |
57,729 |
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Contract liabilities |
10,610 |
84,003 |
12,012 |
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Salary and welfare benefits payable |
73,740 |
93,947 |
13,434 |
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Taxes payable |
126,154 |
159,718 |
22,839 |
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Short-term loan |
40,000 |
92,100 |
13,170 |
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Accrued expenses and other current liabilities |
108,816 |
149,552 |
21,386 |
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Amounts due to related parties |
27,401 |
474,627 |
67,871 |
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Dividend payable |
1,144 |
478,833 |
68,475 |
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Lease liabilities - current portion |
11,447 |
28,588 |
4,088 |
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Total current liabilities |
857,850 |
1,965,076 |
281,004 |
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Non-current liabilities: |
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Deferred tax liabilities |
16,196 |
112,912 |
16,146 |
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Lease liabilities - non-current portion |
7,050 |
55,671 |
7,961 |
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Other non-current liability |
- |
64,291 |
9,194 |
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Total non-current liabilities |
23,246 |
232,874 |
33,301 |
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Total liabilities |
881,096 |
2,197,950 |
314,305 |
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Shareholders' Equity: |
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15,988,216 |
15,633,749 |
2,235,596 |
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Noncontrolling interests |
1,737 |
97,863 |
13,994 |
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Total shareholders' equity |
15,989,953 |
15,731,612 |
2,249,590 |
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Total liabilities and shareholders' equity |
16,871,049 |
17,929,562 |
2,563,895 |
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UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME |
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2024 |
2025 |
2025 |
2025 |
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2024 |
2025 |
2025 |
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RMB |
RMB |
RMB |
US$ |
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RMB |
RMB |
US$ |
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Total net revenues |
813,489 |
1,129,271 |
1,141,338 |
163,209 |
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2,748,576 |
3,958,861 |
566,110 |
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Cost of revenues |
(516,305) |
(681,295) |
(722,798) |
(103,359) |
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(1,718,006) |
(2,433,656) |
(348,008) |
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Excise tax on products |
(77,278) |
(95,417) |
(60,520) |
(8,654) |
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(304,053) |
(341,595) |
(48,848) |
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Gross profit |
219,906 |
352,559 |
358,020 |
51,196 |
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726,517 |
1,183,610 |
169,254 |
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Operating expenses: |
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Selling expenses |
(45,369) |
(132,335) |
(111,154) |
(15,895) |
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(229,466) |
(387,127) |
(55,358) |
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General and administrative expenses |
(153,710) |
(85,722) |
(95,319) |
(13,630) |
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(515,887) |
(336,915) |
(48,178) |
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Research and development expenses |
(32,374) |
(41,251) |
(32,635) |
(4,667) |
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(88,309) |
(131,008) |
(18,734) |
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Total operating expenses |
(231,453) |
(259,308) |
(239,108) |
(34,192) |
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(833,662) |
(855,050) |
(122,270) |
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(Loss)/income from operations |
(11,547) |
93,251 |
118,912 |
17,004 |
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(107,145) |
328,560 |
46,984 |
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Other income : |
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Interest income, net |
146,664 |
139,669 |
141,948 |
20,298 |
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616,388 |
560,421 |
80,139 |
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Investment income |
11,072 |
8,587 |
9,812 |
1,403 |
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49,636 |
51,617 |
7,381 |
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Others, net |
7,497 |
11,266 |
32,035 |
4,581 |
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99,924 |
112,768 |
16,126 |
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Income before income tax |
153,686 |
252,773 |
302,707 |
43,286 |
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658,803 |
1,053,366 |
150,630 |
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Income tax expense |
(26,303) |
(45,948) |
(16,390) |
(2,344) |
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(94,459) |
(118,989) |
(17,015) |
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Net income |
127,383 |
206,825 |
286,317 |
40,942 |
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564,344 |
934,377 |
133,615 |
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Less: net income attributable to noncontrolling interests |
5,422 |
3,662 |
6,770 |
968 |
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12,507 |
12,510 |
1,789 |
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Net income attributable to |
121,961 |
203,163 |
279,547 |
39,974 |
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551,837 |
921,867 |
131,826 |
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Other comprehensive income/(loss): |
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Foreign currency translation adjustments |
268,079 |
(79,554) |
(135,439) |
(19,367) |
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143,811 |
(257,174) |
(36,775) |
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Unrealized (loss)/income on long-term investment |
(8,151) |
2,254 |
(7,193) |
(1,029) |
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(2,167) |
(2,174) |
(311) |
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Total other comprehensive income/(loss) |
259,928 |
(77,300) |
(142,632) |
(20,396) |
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141,644 |
(259,348) |
(37,086) |
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Total comprehensive income |
387,311 |
129,525 |
143,685 |
20,546 |
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705,988 |
675,029 |
96,529 |
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Less: total comprehensive income attributable to |
5,442 |
5,270 |
6,900 |
987 |
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12,520 |
13,438 |
1,922 |
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Total comprehensive income attributable to RLX |
381,869 |
124,255 |
136,785 |
19,559 |
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693,468 |
661,591 |
94,607 |
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Net income per ordinary share/ADS |
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Basic |
0.100 |
0.167 |
0.172 |
0.025 |
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0.448 |
0.698 |
0.100 |
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Diluted |
0.094 |
0.157 |
0.172 |
0.025 |
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0.428 |
0.698 |
0.100 |
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Weighted average number of ordinary shares/ADSs |
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Basic |
1,225,140,420 |
1,215,324,092 |
1,231,303,311 |
1,231,303,311 |
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1,232,148,531 |
1,223,656,660 |
1,223,656,660 |
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Diluted |
1,291,925,422 |
1,295,380,218 |
1,232,499,617 |
1,232,499,617 |
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1,288,911,783 |
1,223,955,737 |
1,223,955,737 |
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UNAUDITED RECONCILIATION OF GAAP AND NON-GAAP RESULTS |
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(All amounts in thousands, except for share and per share data) |
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2024 |
2025 |
2025 |
2025 |
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2024 |
2025 |
2025 |
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(As adjusted) (a) |
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(As adjusted) (a) |
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RMB |
RMB |
RMB |
US$ |
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RMB |
RMB |
US$ |
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(Loss)/income from operations |
(11,547) |
93,251 |
118,912 |
17,004 |
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(107,145) |
328,560 |
46,984 |
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Add: share-based compensation expenses |
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Selling expenses |
13,020 |
16,732 |
4,441 |
635 |
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32,563 |
37,744 |
5,397 |
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General and administrative expenses |
103,894 |
44,086 |
22,204 |
3,175 |
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348,629 |
128,929 |
18,437 |
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Research and development expenses |
7,210 |
9,593 |
2,037 |
291 |
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(11,537) |
19,562 |
2,797 |
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Amortization and depreciation of assets resulting from |
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Cost of revenues |
- |
13,272 |
- |
- |
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- |
26,619 |
3,807 |
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Selling expenses |
2,062 |
10,361 |
10,063 |
1,439 |
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8,439 |
27,308 |
3,905 |
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General and administrative expenses |
29 |
491 |
478 |
68 |
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120 |
1,165 |
167 |
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Non-GAAP income from operations |
114,668 |
187,786 |
158,135 |
22,612 |
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271,069 |
569,887 |
81,494 |
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Net income |
127,383 |
206,825 |
286,317 |
40,942 |
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564,344 |
934,377 |
133,615 |
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Add: share-based compensation expenses |
124,124 |
70,411 |
28,682 |
4,101 |
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369,655 |
186,235 |
26,631 |
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Amortization and depreciation of assets resulting from |
2,091 |
24,124 |
10,541 |
1,507 |
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8,559 |
55,092 |
7,879 |
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Tax effects on non-GAAP adjustments |
(437) |
(5,944) |
(2,554) |
(365) |
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(1,789) |
(13,436) |
(1,921) |
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Non-GAAP net income |
253,161 |
295,416 |
322,986 |
46,185 |
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940,769 |
1,162,268 |
166,204 |
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Net income attributable to |
121,961 |
203,163 |
279,547 |
39,974 |
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551,837 |
921,867 |
131,826 |
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Add: share-based compensation expenses |
124,124 |
70,411 |
28,682 |
4,101 |
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369,655 |
186,235 |
26,631 |
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Amortization and depreciation of assets resulting from |
2,091 |
16,834 |
7,711 |
1,103 |
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8,559 |
39,578 |
5,660 |
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Tax effects on non-GAAP adjustments(b) |
(437) |
(4,122) |
(1,846) |
(264) |
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(1,789) |
(9,557) |
(1,367) |
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Non-GAAP net income attributable to |
247,739 |
286,286 |
314,094 |
44,914 |
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928,262 |
1,138,123 |
162,750 |
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Non-GAAP net income per ordinary share/ADS |
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- Basic |
0.202 |
0.236 |
0.200 |
0.029 |
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0.753 |
0.875 |
0.125 |
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- Diluted |
0.192 |
0.221 |
0.200 |
0.029 |
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0.720 |
0.873 |
0.125 |
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Weighted average number of ordinary shares/ADSs |
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- Basic |
1,225,140,420 |
1,215,324,092 |
1,231,303,311 |
1,231,303,311 |
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1,232,148,531 |
1,223,656,660 |
1,223,656,660 |
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- Diluted |
1,291,925,422 |
1,295,380,218 |
1,232,499,617 |
1,232,499,617 |
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1,288,911,783 |
1,290,458,801 |
1,290,458,801 |
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2024 |
2025 |
2025 |
2025 |
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2024 |
2025 |
2025 |
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RMB |
RMB |
RMB |
US$ |
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RMB |
RMB |
US$ |
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Net cash generated from operating activities |
497,011 |
357,546 |
310,221 |
44,361 |
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854,349 |
1,104,548 |
157,948 |
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|
Net cash generated from/(used in) investing |
1,901,084 |
(343,188) |
1,324,664 |
189,424 |
|
3,018,001 |
(822,191) |
(117,572) |
|
|
Net cash (used in)/generated from financing activities |
(130,366) |
(370,205) |
399,971 |
57,195 |
|
(678,031) |
(282,747) |
(40,432) |
|
|
Effect of foreign exchange rate changes on cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash |
62,865 |
(27,032) |
(66,321) |
(9,482) |
|
29,982 |
(98,957) |
(14,150) |
|
|
Net increase/(decrease) in cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash |
2,330,594 |
(382,879) |
1,968,535 |
281,498 |
|
3,224,301 |
(99,347) |
(14,206) |
|
|
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at the beginning of the period |
3,313,765 |
3,959,356 |
3,576,477 |
511,429 |
|
2,420,058 |
5,644,359 |
807,133 |
|
|
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at the end of the period |
5,644,359 |
3,576,477 |
5,545,012 |
792,927 |
|
5,644,359 |
5,545,012 |
792,927 |
|
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