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Financial Performance

Unity's operating revenue in December 2024 was RMB457,099,000, a 24.86% YoY decrease from RMB609,268,000 in December 2023. This significant decline in operating revenue indicates that the company faces significant challenges in revenue generation, which may affect its overall profitability and cash flow.

Key Financial Data

1. Unity's operating revenue decline was mainly affected by intensified market competition, product line adjustments, macroeconomic environment, changes in customer demand, and R&D expenses.

2. Unity's R&D expenses in 2024 were RMB21,797,000, a decrease from RMB26,515,000 in 2023.

3. Unity's net profit attributable to parent in the first to third quarters of 2024 decreased by 36.74% YoY, and in the third quarter by 40.01% YoY.

4. Sales and management expenses increased by 35.14% and 30.35% YoY, respectively.

5. Unity's market share in 2024 decreased from around 60% to 43%, affected by user dissatisfaction with price adjustments.

Peer Comparison

1. Industry-wide analysis: In the game engine industry, overall market demand is affected by economic fluctuations and technological changes, leading to revenue fluctuations for most companies in the industry. Unity's performance may be lower than some competitors.

2. Peer evaluation analysis: Unity's operating revenue decline is significant, possibly lower than Epic Games and Unreal Engine, reflecting a weakening of Unity's competitiveness in the market.

Summary

Unity's financial performance shows a noticeable decline in operating revenue, mainly due to intensified market competition and macroeconomic uncertainty. The company may need to adjust its cost control and market strategy to address the challenges brought by the revenue decline.

Opportunities

1. Unity's market share in the mobile gaming segment remains strong and is expected to continue growing in this area.

2. The release of Engine 6.0 enhances Unity's capabilities in multiplayer game development, lighting, rendering, and AI, which may have a positive impact on its market position.

3. Continued investment in advertising and the new management's focus may bring new growth opportunities for the company.

Risks

1. A decrease in market share may further weaken competitiveness, affecting the company's future revenue potential.

2. Increasing sales and management expenses may further compress the company's profit margin.

3. Uncertainty in the economic environment may continue to affect consumer spending and the company's operating revenue.