Shares of Jumia Technologies AG (JMIA), often referred to as the "Amazon of Africa," surged 5.23% in after-hours trading on Wednesday following the release of the company's impressive third-quarter 2025 financial results. The e-commerce giant reported substantial growth in key metrics and provided an optimistic outlook, attracting investor interest.
Jumia's Q3 2025 results showcased a robust 25% year-over-year increase in revenue, reaching $45.6 million, surpassing analyst expectations of $42.89 million. The company's Gross Merchandise Volume (GMV) also saw a significant boost, rising 21% to $197.2 million compared to the same period last year. Notably, excluding South Africa and Tunisia, Jumia's physical goods GMV grew by an even more impressive 26% year-over-year.
Investors were particularly encouraged by Jumia's progress towards profitability. The company reported a 13% reduction in operating loss, narrowing to $17.4 million from $20.1 million in Q3 2024. Furthermore, Jumia projects achieving breakeven in the fourth quarter of 2026 and full-year profitability in 2027, signaling a clear path to financial sustainability. The company's focus on efficient marketing channels and operational efficiency appears to be paying off, with a 362 basis point improvement in customer repurchase rates year-over-year. With these positive indicators and forward-looking goals, Jumia's stock is attracting strong interest from investors looking to capitalize on the company's growth trajectory in the African e-commerce market.
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