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Qfin 2Q26 results show dividend/buyback support but weak Q3 outlook

Aug 25, 2026, 6:03 PM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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Guidance signals a material YoY earnings decline and heightened macro/regulatory risk, which historically weighs on Chinese credit-tech earnings proxies; dividend/buyback offer some support but do not offset the weakened growth trajectory.

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Qfin reported Q2 2026 revenue of RMB3.57b and net income of RMB401m (Non-GAAP RMB454.9m), with ADS of RMB3.28 and RMB1.1b cash from operations. The company declared a semi-annual dividend of US$0.23 per Class A share and announced a US$234m ADS buyback, signaling capital returns despite a challenging environment. Guidance for Q3 implies a sharp YoY decline (net income RMB360–460m; Non-GAAP RMB400–500m), while overseas expansion and AI-driven efficiency remain strategic priorities to weather industry headwinds.

Q2 2026 revenue RMB3,566.6m; net income RMB401.4m. ADS RMB3.28; OCF RMB1.1b.
Dividend US$0.23 per Class A; ~5.6m ADS repurchased for about US$234m at US$41.8.
Prof. Dong Lou appointed independent director, effective Aug 25, 2026.
Q3 2026 guidance: net income RMB360–460m; Non-GAAP RMB400–500m; YoY down 67–73%.
Overseas expansion and AI-native transformation intend to bolster resilience amid industry stress.

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