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Kingsoft Cloud Q2 2026 Strengthens AI Cloud Growth and Breakeven Path

Aug 19, 2026, 4:47 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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The quarter confirms accelerating AI cloud demand with 82% YoY gross billings growth and a return to GAAP profitability, complemented by a solid 35.8% Non-GAAP EBITDA margin. This improves earnings quality and could support multiple expansion if AI-driven revenue remains durable. Cash burn is tied to capex, which may weigh on near-term liquidity but should fuel longer-run growth. RMB exposure remains a macro risk; however, the underlying cloud discipline and revenue mix tilt KC toward a higher earnings trajectory in the next few quarters.

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Kingsoft Cloud reported Q2 2026 revenue of RMB3.072 billion, up 30.8% year over year, led by AI cloud demand with billings rising 82%. GAAP profitability turned to breakeven and Non-GAAP EBITDA margin reached 35.8%, signaling improving efficiency and AI-driven pricing. Cash declined to RMB4.674 billion as capex rose to RMB3.3 billion, underscoring continued AI infrastructure investments with long-term growth potential.

Q2 2026 revenue RMB3,072.0m, up 30.8% YoY.
AI cloud gross billings RMB1,327m; 56% of public cloud revenue.
GAAP operating profit breakeven; Non-GAAP EBITDA margin 35.8%.
Public cloud revenue RMB2,357.6m, up 45.1% YoY.
Capex RMB3.3b in Q2; cash balance RMB4,674.3m.

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