Ed tech firm Gaotu’s Q3 revenue rises on strong demand, launches new $100 million buyback program

Overview

• Gaotu Q3 2025 revenue grows 30.7% yr/yr, driven by strong market demand

• Net loss for Q3 2025 narrows significantly compared to same period last year

• Company completes $80 mln share repurchase program, initiates new $100 mln program

Outlook

• Company expects Q4 2025 net revenues between RMB1,628 mln and RMB1,648 mln

• Gaotu to focus on sustainable growth by enhancing teacher pipeline and data-driven operations

• Company aims to optimize unit economics and improve operational quality through product refinement

Result Drivers

• STRONG MARKET DEMAND - Revenue growth attributed to strong market demand and effective response strategies

• COST MANAGEMENT - Operating expenses decreased due to precise efficiency management and cost reduction measures

• AI INTEGRATION - AI integration across teaching and operations enhanced service differentiation and efficiency

Key Details

Analyst Coverage

• The current average analyst rating on the shares is "buy" and the breakdown of recommendations is 5 "strong buy" or "buy", 1 "hold" and 1 "sell" or "strong sell"

• The average consensus recommendation for the miscellaneous educational service providers peer group is "buy"

• Wall Street's median 12-month price target for Gaotu Techedu Inc is $4.75, about 45.1% above its November 25 closing price of $2.61

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