Dada Nexus Reports Q3 2024 Results: Growth in Dada Now, Challenges in JD NOW

Dada Nexus Limited (NASDAQ: DADA), China's leading local on-demand retail and delivery platform, recently announced its unaudited financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024. The company reported total net revenues of RMB2,429.4 million, down 7.3% year-over-year (YoY), as it faced challenges in its JD NOW segment while experiencing growth in Dada Now.

Dada NOW's intra-city delivery services and last-mile delivery services drove revenue growth, increasing 35.1% and 102.4% YoY, respectively. However, JD NOW's revenue declined 39.6% YoY, primarily due to a significant reduction in online advertising and marketing services revenue (-86.2% YoY) and a decrease in fulfillment services and other revenues (-36.0% YoY). Additionally, general and administrative expenses increased significantly to RMB107.7 million from RMB29.1 million YoY.

The widening net loss in Q3 2024, with a net loss of RMB197.3 million compared to RMB166.0 million in the same period last year, was primarily driven by increased operations and support costs, selling and marketing expenses, and general and administrative expenses. Despite the mixed results, Dada's stock price rose 3.5% following the earnings release, indicating investors' optimism about the company's long-term prospects.

Dada's order volume and gross billings in Q3 2024 reached 648.4 million and RMB3,098.2 million, respectively. While these metrics show consistent growth, it is essential to monitor the company's performance and the broader market dynamics to identify potential risks and opportunities.



In conclusion, Dada Nexus' Q3 2024 financial results highlight the growth potential of the Dada Now segment and the challenges faced by the JD NOW segment. As the company continues to navigate the rapidly evolving market, investors should remain vigilant and monitor the company's performance closely. The future of Dada Nexus depends on its ability to adapt and innovate, capitalizing on emerging opportunities and addressing the challenges it faces.