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      Yalla Group Limited Announces Unaudited Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results


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      Yalla Group Limited

      Aug 11, 2025, 17:00 ET

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      DUBAI, UAE, Aug. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Yalla Group Limited ("Yalla" or the "Company") (NYSE: YALA), the largest Middle East and North Africa (MENA)-based online social networking and gaming company, today announced its unaudited financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025.

      Second Quarter 2025 Financial and Operating Highlights

      • Revenues were US$84.6 million in the second quarter of 2025, representing an increase of 4.1% from the second quarter of 2024.
        • Revenues generated from chatting services in the second quarter of 2025 were US$53.6 million.
        • Revenues generated from games services in the second quarter of 2025 were US$30.7 million.
      • Net income was US$36.5 million in the second quarter of 2025, a 16.4% increase from US$31.4 million in the second quarter of 2024. Net margin[1] was 43.2% in the second quarter of 2025.
      • Non-GAAP net income[2] was US$39.4 million in the second quarter of 2025, an 11.7% increase from US$35.2 million in the second quarter of 2024. Non-GAAP net margin[3] was 46.5% in the second quarter of 2025.
      • Average MAUs[4] increased by 8.8% to 42.4 million in the second quarter of 2025 from 39.0 million in the second quarter of 2024.
      • The number of paying users[5] on our platform decreased by 7.0% to 11.2 million in the second quarter of 2025 from 12.0 million in the second quarter of 2024.

      Key Operating Data

      For the three months ended



      June 30, 2024



      June 30, 2025








      Average MAUs (in thousands)


      38,999




      42,421








      Paying users (in thousands)


      12,023




      11,186










      [1] Net margin is net income as a percentage of revenues.

      [2] Non-GAAP net income represents net income excluding share-based compensation. Non-GAAP net income is a non-GAAP financial measure. See the sections entitled "Non-GAAP Financial Measures" and "Reconciliations of GAAP and Non-GAAP Results" for more information about the non-GAAP measures referred to in this press release.

      [3] Non-GAAP net margin is non-GAAP net income as a percentage of revenues.

      [4] "Average MAUs" refers to the average monthly active users in a given period calculated by dividing (i) the sum of active users for each month of such period, by (ii) the number of months in such period. "Active users" refers to registered users who accessed any of our main mobile applications at least once during a given period. Yalla, Yalla Ludo, Yalla Parchis, YallaChat, 101 Okey Yalla, WeMuslim and Ludo Royal were our main mobile applications for the periods presented herein; and Yalla Jackaroo has been our main mobile application since the second quarter of 2025.

      [5] "Paying users" refers to registered users who played a game or purchased our virtual items or upgrade services using virtual currencies on our main mobile applications at least once in a given period, except for users who received all of their virtual currencies directly or indirectly from us for free; YallaChat does not involve the usage of virtual currencies, and the metrics of "paying users" and "ARPPU" do not reflect user activities on YallaChat. "Registered users" refers to users who have registered accounts on our main mobile applications as of a given time; a registered user is not necessarily a unique user, as an individual may register multiple accounts on our main mobile applications.

      "We delivered another robust performance in the second quarter," said Mr. Yang Tao, Founder, Chairman and CEO of Yalla. "Our revenues reached US$84.6 million, beating the upper end of our guidance. Improvements in our internal processes boosted operational efficiency, bringing our net margin to 43.2%, a year-over-year expansion of 4.6 percentage points. Meanwhile, our continued efforts to enrich our product portfolio and maintain a highly-engaged community drove an 8.8% year-over-year increase in average MAUs to 42.4 million.

      "Building on these strong fundamentals, we continued to upgrade our flagship applications and broaden our product portfolio, expanding into new verticals to tap into MENA's thriving digital transformation. We have two exciting Match-3 titles scheduled for release in the third quarter and a roguelike game set to debut in the fourth quarter this year. Additionally, our game distribution services segment is preparing for the distribution of a hard-core title. Going forward, Yalla Group will continue to enrich users' digital lives with a diverse lineup of gaming products while working alongside partners to foster a sustainable digital ecosystem in MENA, compounding our advantages in this compelling market and unlocking its value for all of our stakeholders," Mr. Yang concluded.

      Ms. Karen Hu, CFO of Yalla, commented, "Strong execution across our operations fueled this quarter's strong results, highlighted by better-than-expected revenues and enhanced profitability. Our disciplined cost management and improved efficiency resulted in a 16.4% year-over-year increase in our net income to US$36.5 million. Bolstered by this success, we continued to accelerate our expanded share buyback program, with 6,230,299 shares totaling US$41.0 million repurchased this year through June 30, 2025. We are open to further scaling this program, reflecting our deep confidence in the Company's future growth potential and dedication to elevating shareholder value. Looking ahead, we remain committed to product innovation and operational excellence as we advance toward our vision of becoming the most popular platform for online social networking and entertainment activities in MENA."

      Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results

      Revenues

      Our revenues were US$84.6 million in the second quarter of 2025, a 4.1% increase from US$81.2 million in the second quarter of 2024. The increase was primarily driven by our broadening user base and enhanced monetization capability. Our average MAUs increased by 8.8% to 42.4 million in the second quarter of 2025 from 39.0 million in the second quarter of 2024.

      In the second quarter of 2025, revenues generated from chatting services were US$53.6 million, and revenues from games services were US$30.7 million.

      Costs and expenses

      Our total costs and expenses were US$53.9 million in the second quarter of 2025, a 4.6% increase from US$51.6 million in the second quarter of 2024.

      Our cost of revenues was US$27.9 million in the second quarter of 2025, a 3.7% decrease from US$29.0 million in the second quarter of 2024, primarily due to lower commission fees paid to third-party payment platforms as a result of diversified payment channels and lower share-based compensation expenses recognized in the second quarter of 2025. Cost of revenues as a percentage of our total revenues decreased to 33.0% in the second quarter of 2025 from 35.7% in the second quarter of 2024.

      Our selling and marketing expenses were US$8.7 million in the second quarter of 2025, a 2.0% increase from US$8.5 million in the second quarter of 2024, primarily due to higher advertising and market promotion expenses attributable to our continued user acquisition efforts and expanding product portfolio. Selling and marketing expenses as a percentage of our total revenues decreased to 10.2% in the second quarter of 2025 from 10.5% in the second quarter of 2024.

      Our general and administrative expenses were US$9.0 million in the second quarter of 2025, an 18.8% increase from US$7.6 million in the second quarter of 2024, primarily due to increases in incentive compensation and foreign exchange loss. General and administrative expenses as a percentage of our total revenues increased to 10.6% in the second quarter of 2025 from 9.3% in the second quarter of 2024.

      Our technology and product development expenses were US$8.3 million in the second quarter of 2025, a 28.6% increase from US$6.5 million in the second quarter of 2024, primarily due to an increase in salaries and benefits for our technology and product development staff, driven by an increase in their headcount to support the development of new businesses and expansion of our product portfolio. Technology and product development expenses as a percentage of our total revenues increased to 9.9% in the second quarter of 2025 from 8.0% in the second quarter of 2024.

      Operating income

      Operating income was US$30.6 million in the second quarter of 2025, a 3.4% increase from US$29.6 million in the second quarter of 2024.

      Non-GAAP operating income[6]

      Non-GAAP operating income in the second quarter of 2025 was flat at US$33.5 million compared with that of the second quarter of 2024.

      Interest income

      Interest income was US$6.8 million in the second quarter of 2025, compared with US$7.1 million in the second quarter of 2024.

      Income tax expense

      Income tax expense was US$1.5 million in the second quarter of 2025, compared with US$5.8 million in the second quarter of 2024, primarily due to a decrease in UAE corporate tax.

      Net income

      As a result of the foregoing, our net income was US$36.5 million in the second quarter of 2025, a 16.4% increase from US$31.4 million in the second quarter of 2024.

      Non-GAAP net income

      Non-GAAP net income in the second quarter of 2025 was US$39.4 million, an 11.7% increase from US$35.2 million in the second quarter of 2024.

      Earnings per ordinary share

      Basic and diluted earnings per ordinary share were US$0.24 and US$0.20, respectively, in the second quarter of 2025, while basic and diluted earnings per ordinary share were US$0.20 and US$0.17, respectively, in the second quarter of 2024.

      Non-GAAP earnings per ordinary share[7]

      Non-GAAP basic and diluted earnings per ordinary share were US$0.25 and US$0.22, respectively, in the second quarter of 2025, compared with US$0.22 and US$0.19, respectively, in the second quarter of 2024.

      Cash and cash equivalents, restricted cash, term deposits and short-term investments 

      As of June 30, 2025, we had cash and cash equivalents, restricted cash, term deposits and short-term investments of US$704.1 million, compared with US$656.3 million as of December 31, 2024.

      Share repurchase program

      Pursuant to the Company's share repurchase program beginning on May 21, 2021, with an extended expiration date of May 21, 2026, from January 1 through June 30, 2025, the Company repurchased 6,230,299 American depositary shares ("ADSs"), representing 6,230,299 Class A ordinary shares, from the open market with cash for an aggregate amount of approximately US$41.0 million, including US$5.4 million in the first quarter of 2025 and US$35.6 million in the second quarter of 2025. As of June 30, 2025, the Company had cumulatively completed cash repurchases in the open market of 13,535,437 ADSs, representing 13,535,437 Class A ordinary shares, for an aggregate amount of approximately US$90.4 million, since the inception of the current share repurchase program. The aggregate value of ADSs and/or Class A ordinary shares that remain available for purchase under the current share repurchase program was US$59.6 million as of June 30, 2025. In addition, the Company has decided to cancel all shares repurchased in 2025. As of August 11, 2025, the Company had cancelled 6,230,299 ADSs, representing 6,230,299 Class A ordinary shares.

      Outlook

      For the third quarter of 2025, Yalla currently expects revenues to be between US$78.0 million and US$85.0 million.

      The above outlook is based on current market conditions and reflects the Company management's current and preliminary estimates of market and operating conditions and customer demand, which are all subject to change.

      [6] Non-GAAP operating income represents operating income excluding share-based compensation. Non-GAAP operating income is a non-GAAP financial measure. See the sections entitled "Non-GAAP Financial Measures" and "Reconciliations of GAAP and Non-GAAP Results" for more information about the non-GAAP measures referred to in this press release.

      [7] Non-GAAP earnings per ordinary share is non-GAAP net income attributable to Yalla Group Limited's shareholders, divided by weighted average number of basic and diluted shares outstanding. Non-GAAP net income attributable to Yalla Group Limited's shareholders represents net income attributable to Yalla Group Limited's shareholders, excluding share-based compensation. Non-GAAP earnings per ordinary share and non-GAAP net income attributable to Yalla Group Limited's shareholders are non-GAAP financial measures. See the sections entitled "Non-GAAP Financial Measures" and "Reconciliations of GAAP and Non-GAAP Results" for more information about the non-GAAP measures referred to in this press release.

      Conference Call

      The Company's management will host an earnings conference call on Monday, August 11, 2025, at 8:00 PM U.S. Eastern Time, which is Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at 4:00 AM Dubai Time, or Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at 8:00 AM Beijing/Hong Kong time.

      Dial-in details for the earnings conference call are as follows:

      United States Toll Free:

      +1-888-317-6003

      International:

      +1-412-317-6061

      United Arab Emirates Toll Free:

      80-003-570-3598

      Mainland China Toll Free:

      400-120-6115

      Hong Kong, China Toll Free:

      800-963-976

      Access Code:

      5144068

      Additionally, a live and archived webcast of the conference call will be available on the Company's investor relations website at https://ir.yalla.com.

      A replay of the conference call will be accessible until August 18, 2025, by dialing the following telephone numbers:

      United States Toll Free:

      +1-877-344-7529

      International:

      +1-412-317-0088

      Access Code:

      1658736

      Non-GAAP Financial Measures

      To supplement the financial measures prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States, or GAAP, this press release presents non-GAAP financial measures, namely non-GAAP operating income, non-GAAP net income, non-GAAP net margin and non-GAAP basic and diluted earnings per ordinary share, as supplemental measures to review and assess the Company's operating performance. The presentation of the non-GAAP financial measures is not intended to be considered in isolation or as a substitute for the financial information prepared and presented in accordance with U.S. GAAP. We define non-GAAP operating income as operating income excluding share-based compensation. We define non-GAAP net income as net income excluding share-based compensation. We define non-GAAP net margin as non-GAAP net income as a percentage of revenues. We define non-GAAP net income attributable to Yalla Group Limited's shareholders as net income attributable to Yalla Group Limited's shareholders, excluding share-based compensation. We define non-GAAP earnings per ordinary share as non-GAAP net income attributable to Yalla Group Limited's shareholders, divided by the weighted average number of basic and diluted shares outstanding.

      By excluding the impact of share-based compensation expenses, which are non-cash charges, the Company believes that the non-GAAP financial measures help identify underlying trends in its business and enhance the overall understanding of the Company's past performance and future prospects. Investors can better understand the Company's operating and financial performance, compare business trends among different reporting periods on a consistent basis and assess its core operating results, as they exclude share-based compensation expenses, which are not expected to result in cash payments. The Company also believes that the non-GAAP financial measures allow for greater visibility with respect to key metrics used by the Company's management in its financial and operational decision-making.

      The non-GAAP financial measure is not defined under U.S. GAAP and is not presented in accordance with U.S. GAAP. The non-GAAP financial measure has limitations as analytical tools. One of the key limitations of using the non-GAAP financial measures is that they do not reflect all items of income and expense that affect the Company's operations. Share-based compensation has been and may continue to be incurred in the Company's business and is not reflected in the presentation of non-GAAP financial measures. Further, the non-GAAP financial measure may differ from the non-GAAP information used by other companies, including peer companies, and therefore their comparability may be limited.

      The Company compensates for these limitations by providing the relevant disclosure of its non-GAAP financial measures in the reconciliations to the nearest U.S. GAAP performance measures, all of which should be considered when evaluating its performance. The Company encourages investors and others to review its financial information in its entirety and not rely on a single financial measure.

      Reconciliations of GAAP and non-GAAP results are set forth at the end of this press release.

      About Yalla Group Limited

      Yalla Group Limited is the largest MENA-based online social networking and gaming company, in terms of revenues in 2022. The Company operates two flagship mobile applications, Yalla, a voice-centric group chat platform, and Yalla Ludo, a casual gaming application featuring online versions of board games, popular in MENA, with in-game voice chat and localized Majlis functionality. Building on the success of Yalla and Yalla Ludo, the Company continues to add engaging new content, creating a regionally-focused, integrated ecosystem dedicated to fulfilling MENA users' evolving online social networking and gaming needs. Through its holding subsidiary, Yalla Game Limited, the Company has expanded its capabilities in mid-core and hard-core games in the MENA region, leveraging its local expertise to bring innovative gaming content to its users. In addition, the growing Yalla ecosystem includes YallaChat, an IM product tailored for Arabic users, WeMuslim, a product that supports Arabic users in observing their customs, and casual games such as Yalla Baloot and 101 Okey Yalla, developed to sustain vibrant local gaming communities in MENA. Yalla is also actively exploring outside of MENA with Yalla Parchis, a Ludo game designed for the South American markets. Yalla's mobile applications deliver a seamless experience that fosters a sense of loyalty and belonging, establishing highly devoted and engaged user communities through close attention to detail and localized appeal that profoundly resonates with users.

      For more information, please visit: https://ir.yalla.com.

      Safe Harbor Statement

      This press release contains statements that may constitute "forward-looking" statements pursuant to the "safe harbor" provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "will," "expects," "anticipates," "aims," "future," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates," "likely to" and similar statements. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about Yalla Group Limited's beliefs, plans and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in Yalla Group Limited's filings with the SEC. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and Yalla Group Limited does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law.

      For investor and media inquiries, please contact:

      Yalla Group Limited
      Investor Relations
      Kerry Gao - IR Director
      Tel: +86-571-8980-7962
      Email: [email protected] 

      Piacente Financial Communications
      Jenny Cai
      Tel: +86-10-6508-0677
      Email: [email protected] 

      In the United States:

      Piacente Financial Communications
      Brandi Piacente
      Tel: +1-212-481-2050
      Email: [email protected] 

      YALLA GROUP LIMITED

      UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS




      As of




      December 31,
      2024



      June 30,
      2025




      US$



      US$


      ASSETS







      Current assets







      Cash and cash equivalents



      488,379,894




      342,981,483


      Restricted cash



      1,975,616




      1,593,343


      Term deposits



      94,983,813




      157,826,639


      Short-term investments



      70,932,713




      201,710,485


      Prepayments and other current assets



      35,429,988




      31,377,720


      Total current assets



      691,702,024




      735,489,670


      Non-current assets







      Property and equipment, net



      13,962,393




      14,203,523


      Intangible asset, net



      896,005




      786,429


      Operating lease right-of-use assets



      1,370,914




      1,379,873


      Long-term investments



      93,698,924




      81,061,625


      Total non-current assets



      109,928,236




      97,431,450


      Total assets



      801,630,260




      832,921,120









      LIABILITIES







      Current liabilities







      Accounts payable



      957,717




      723,355


      Deferred revenue, current



      58,081,649




      57,994,279


      Operating lease liabilities, current



      1,012,481




      755,974


      Amounts due to a related party



      87,156




      54,887


      Income taxes payable



      9,117,261




      10,429,556


      Accrued expenses and other current liabilities



      32,404,872




      21,941,503


      Total current liabilities



      101,661,136




      91,899,554


      Non-current liabilities







      Deferred revenue, non-current



      —




      2,019,314


      Operating lease liabilities, non-current



      13,495




      308,246


      Deferred tax liabilities



      2,148,022




      2,593,131


      Total non-current liabilities



      2,161,517




      4,920,691


      Total liabilities



      103,822,653




      96,820,245









      EQUITY







      Shareholders' equity of Yalla Group Limited







      Class A Ordinary Shares



      14,064




      14,064


      Class B Ordinary Shares



      2,473




      2,473


      Additional paid-in capital



      328,883,061




      334,478,211


      Treasury stock



      (49,438,661)




      (78,061,004)


      Accumulated other comprehensive loss



      (3,016,579)




      (2,707,083)


      Retained earnings



      427,907,766




      489,899,413


      Total shareholders' equity of Yalla Group Limited



      704,352,124




      743,626,074


      Non-controlling interests



      (6,544,517)




      (7,525,199)


      Total equity



      697,807,607




      736,100,875


      Total liabilities and equity



      801,630,260




      832,921,120


      YALLA GROUP LIMITED

      UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS

      OF OPERATIONS




      Three Months Ended



      Six Months Ended




      June 30,
      2024



      March 31,
      2025



      June 30,
      2025



      June 30,
      2024



      June 30,
      2025




      US$



      US$



      US$



      US$



      US$


      Revenues



      81,197,482




      83,876,767




      84,564,086




      159,926,060




      168,440,853


      Costs and expenses
















      Cost of revenues



      (29,025,673)




      (29,200,423)




      (27,944,596)




      (57,596,934)




      (57,145,019)


      Selling and marketing expenses



      (8,491,520)




      (6,943,268)




      (8,661,573)




      (16,591,456)




      (15,604,841)


      General and administrative expenses



      (7,576,904)




      (8,695,308)




      (9,002,347)




      (14,224,796)




      (17,697,655)


      Technology and product development expenses



      (6,481,616)




      (7,828,137)




      (8,338,195)




      (12,743,870)




      (16,166,332)


      Total costs and expenses



      (51,575,713)




      (52,667,136)




      (53,946,711)




      (101,157,056)




      (106,613,847)


      Operating income



      29,621,769




      31,209,631




      30,617,375




      58,769,004




      61,827,006


      Interest income



      7,097,975




      6,561,180




      6,791,492




      13,742,859




      13,352,672


      Government grants



      365,031




      63,433




      603,115




      432,363




      666,548


      Investment income (loss)



      60,233




      (17,702)




      21,758




      (1,227,894)




      4,056


      Income before income taxes



      37,145,008




      37,816,542




      38,033,740




      71,716,332




      75,850,282


      Income tax expense



      (5,793,582)




      (1,437,077)




      (1,531,310)




      (9,276,790)




      (2,968,387)


      Net income



      31,351,426




      36,379,465




      36,502,430




      62,439,542




      72,881,895


      Net loss attributable to non-controlling interests



      292,428




      711,935




      269,782




      798,415




      981,717


      Net income attributable to Yalla Group
         Limited's shareholders



      31,643,854




      37,091,400




      36,772,212




      63,237,957




      73,863,612


      Earnings per ordinary share
















      ——Basic



      0.20




      0.23




      0.24




      0.39




      0.47


      ——Diluted



      0.17




      0.20




      0.20




      0.34




      0.41


      Weighted average number of shares
         outstanding used in computing earnings
         per ordinary share
















      ——Basic



      160,721,827




      159,186,659




      155,958,658




      160,550,641




      157,604,992


      ——Diluted



      183,535,654




      182,187,686




      180,765,359




      183,397,911




      181,508,856























      Share-based compensation was allocated in cost of revenues, selling and marketing expenses, general and administrative expenses and technology and
      product development expenses as follows:
























      Three Months Ended



      Six Months Ended




      June 30,
      2024



      March 31,
      2025



      June 30,
      2025



      June 30,
      2024



      June 30,
      2025




      US$



      US$



      US$



      US$



      US$


      Cost of revenues



      1,867,863




      1,326,085




      1,328,152




      3,770,580




      2,654,237


      Selling and marketing expenses



      681,035




      171,028




      170,304




      1,381,150




      341,332


      General and administrative expenses



      1,321,200




      1,130,507




      1,328,931




      2,654,514




      2,459,438


      Technology and product development expenses



      19,198




      119,474




      20,670




      281,929




      140,144


      Total share-based compensation expenses



      3,889,296




      2,747,094




      2,848,057




      8,088,173




      5,595,151


      YALLA GROUP LIMITED

      RECONCILIATIONS OF GAAP AND NON-GAAP RESULTS 




      Three Months Ended



      Six Months Ended




      June 30,
      2024



      March 31,
      2025



      June 30,
      2025



      June 30,
      2024



      June 30,
      2025




      US$



      US$



      US$



      US$



      US$


      Operating income



      29,621,769




      31,209,631




      30,617,375




      58,769,004




      61,827,006


      Share-based compensation expenses



      3,889,296




      2,747,094




      2,848,057




      8,088,173




      5,595,151


      Non-GAAP operating income



      33,511,065




      33,956,725




      33,465,432




      66,857,177




      67,422,157


















      Net income



      31,351,426




      36,379,465




      36,502,430




      62,439,542




      72,881,895


      Share-based compensation expenses,
         net of tax effect of nil



      3,889,296




      2,747,094




      2,848,057




      8,088,173




      5,595,151


      Non-GAAP net income



      35,240,722




      39,126,559




      39,350,487




      70,527,715




      78,477,046


















      Net income attributable to Yalla
         Group Limited's shareholders



      31,643,854




      37,091,400




      36,772,212




      63,237,957




      73,863,612


      Share-based compensation expenses,
         net of tax effect of nil



      3,889,296




      2,747,094




      2,848,057




      8,088,173




      5,595,151


      Non-GAAP net income attributable to
         Yalla Group Limited's shareholders



      35,533,150




      39,838,494




      39,620,269




      71,326,130




      79,458,763


















      Non-GAAP earnings per ordinary share
















      ——Basic



      0.22




      0.25




      0.25




      0.44




      0.50


      ——Diluted



      0.19




      0.22




      0.22




      0.39




      0.44


      Weighted average number of shares
         outstanding used in computing earnings
         per ordinary share
















      ——Basic



      160,721,827




      159,186,659




      155,958,658




      160,550,641




      157,604,992


      ——Diluted



      183,535,654




      182,187,686




      180,765,359




      183,397,911




      181,508,856


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