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UBS Expects TENCENT (00700.HK) 3Q26 Adjusted Net Profit to Fall 7% YoY, Cuts TP to HKD740, Reiterates Buy Rating
2026-10-16 10:37:34
UBS published a report expecting TENCENT (00700.HK)'s third-quarter revenue growth to slow to 7% YoY, while adjusted net profit is forecast to fall 7% YoY to RMB65 billion, mainly due to the drag from AI investment and a likely decline in profit contribution from associates as a result of reduced holdings and weaker earnings at KUAISHOU-W (01024.HK).

The broker expects domestic gaming growth to slow to a 12% YoY increase, while international gaming revenue is expected to decline 3% YoY. Advertising revenue is forecast to rise 18% YoY, while fintech and business services are expected to remain broadly stable with 8% YoY growth. Gross profit is expected to increase 9% YoY, with gross margin reaching 57.2%. However, amid rising depreciation and AI operating expenses, adjusted operating profit is expected to turn lower by 2% YoY to RMB71 billion. Excluding AI investment, adjusted operating profit would still rise 13% YoY.

The broker lowered its 2026-2028 adjusted EPS forecasts by 2% to 5% and cut the TP from HKD770 to HKD740, while reiterating the Buy rating. It believes the current valuation remains attractive for long-term investors.(ha/j)~

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