Jiayin Group Inc. Reports Second Quarter 2024 Unaudited Financial Results

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Jiayin Group Inc. (NASDAQ: JFIN) reported its Q2 2024 unaudited financial results. Key highlights:

- Loan facilitation volume remained stable at RMB24.0 billion (US$3.3 billion)
- Net revenue increased 15.5% YoY to RMB1,476.3 million (US$203.1 million)
- Income from operations decreased 38.5% YoY to RMB227.1 million (US$31.3 million)
- Net income decreased 27.0% YoY to RMB238.3 million (US$32.8 million)

The company expects Q3 2024 loan facilitation volume to reach approximately RMB25 billion. Jiayin also announced a cash dividend of US$0.50 per ADS and provided updates on its share repurchase plan and ESG initiatives.

Positive

• Net revenue increased 15.5% year-over-year to RMB1,476.3 million (US$203.1 million)
• Loan facilitation volume remained stable at RMB24.0 billion (US$3.3 billion)
• Company expects Q3 2024 loan facilitation volume to reach approximately RMB25 billion
• Announced cash dividend of US$0.50 per ADS
• Extended share repurchase plan for 12 months, with remaining balance of approximately US$16.1 million

Negative

• Income from operations decreased 38.5% year-over-year to RMB227.1 million (US$31.3 million)
• Net income decreased 27.0% year-over-year to RMB238.3 million (US$32.8 million)
• Average borrowing amount per borrowing decreased 12.4% year-over-year to RMB9,080
• Repeat borrowing rate decreased to 67.1% from 70.1% in the same period of 2023
• Facilitation and servicing expense increased 70.9% year-over-year

Insights

Financial Analyst

Jiayin Group's Q2 2024 results show mixed performance. While net revenue grew 15.5% to RMB1,476.3 million, income from operations decreased 38.5% to RMB227.1 million. The loan facilitation volume remained stable at RMB24.0 billion, indicating market saturation. The 12.4% decrease in average borrowing amount suggests cautious lending practices.

The increase in facilitation and servicing expenses by 70.9% is concerning, as it's outpacing revenue growth. This, coupled with rising sales and marketing expenses, is squeezing profit margins. The company's focus on risk management is evident, but it's coming at the cost of profitability. The improving delinquency rates are a positive sign, potentially allowing for more aggressive growth in the future.

Market Research Analyst

Jiayin's performance reflects broader trends in China's fintech sector. The stable loan volume amid regulatory pressures demonstrates resilience, but also hints at market maturation. The decrease in repeat borrowing rate from 70.1% to 67.1% suggests a shift in consumer behavior, possibly due to economic uncertainties.

The company's strategic focus on risk management is timely, given the evolving market conditions. However, the substantial increase in guarantee costs indicates heightened perceived risks. The planned dividend distribution of US$26.6 million and ongoing share repurchase program signal confidence in financial stability, which could positively influence investor sentiment. The company's outlook for Q3 2024, expecting loan facilitation volume to reach RMB25 billion, suggests cautious optimism about near-term growth prospects.

Tech Expert

Jiayin's 36.3% increase in R&D expenses to RMB92.8 million indicates a strong commitment to technological advancement. This investment is important for maintaining competitiveness in the rapidly evolving fintech landscape. The company's focus on digital transformation, as mentioned in their ESG report, aligns with industry trends towards enhanced automation and data analytics.

The adoption of green technologies for resource efficiency demonstrates forward-thinking in tech implementation. However, the specific nature of these innovations isn't detailed, making it difficult to assess their potential impact. The company's ability to leverage technology for improved risk management and operational efficiency will be key to future growth, especially in balancing regulatory compliance with market expansion. The stability in loan facilitation volume suggests that technological improvements are currently focused on internal processes rather than market expansion.

 -- Second Quarter Total Loan Facilitation Volume remained stable at RMB 24.0 billion --

-- Second Quarter Net Revenue Grew 15.5% to RMB1,476.3 million --       

SHANGHAI, Aug. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Jiayin Group Inc. (“Jiayin” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: JFIN), a leading fintech platform in China, today announced its unaudited financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2024.

Second Quarter 2024 Operational and Financial Highlights:

• Loan facilitation volume¹ was RMB24.0 billion (US$3.3 billion), compared with RMB24.0 billion in the same period of 2023. 
• Average borrowing amount per borrowing was RMB9,080 (US$1,249), representing a decrease of 12.4% from the same period of 2023. 
• Repeat borrowing rate² was 67.1%, compared with 70.1% in the same period of 2023. 
• Net revenue was RMB1,476.3 million (US$203.1 million), representing an increase of 15.5% from the same period of 2023. 
• Income from operation was RMB227.1 million (US$31.3 million), representing a decrease of 38.5% from the same period of 2023. 
• Net income was RMB238.3 million (US$32.8 million), representing a decrease of 27.0% from RMB326.3 million in the same period of 2023.

Mr. Yan Dinggui, the Company’s Founder, Director and Chief Executive Officer, commented: “Our second quarter results underscore the strength of our strategic focus and risk management practices, enabling us to sustain fundamental growth while delivering value to our stakeholders. This steady performance amid evolving market conditions highlights the resilience and adaptability built into our business model. After observing several consecutive quarters, we believe that the key risk indicators in the market have stabilized and are improving, which provides a favorable environment for us to accelerate business growth in the coming period. Looking ahead, we remain committed to driving sustainable development through innovation and strategic market expansion.”

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¹ “Loan facilitation volume” refers the loan volume facilitated in Mainland China during the period presented.
² “Repeat borrowing rate” refers to the repeat borrowers as a percentage of all of our borrowers in Mainland China.
“Repeat borrowers” during a certain period refers to borrowers who have borrowed in such period and have borrowed at least twice since such borrowers’ registration on our platform until the end of such period.

Second Quarter 2024 Financial Results

Net revenue was RMB1,476.3 million (US$203.1 million), representing an increase of 15.5% from the same period of 2023.

Revenue from loan facilitation services was RMB951.1 million (US$130.9 million), representing an increase of 2.8% from the same period of 2023. The increase was primarily driven by service fee optimization within our loan facilitation operations.

Revenue from releasing of guarantee liabilities was RMB424.8 million (US$58.5 million), compared to RMB197.2 million in the same period of 2023. The year-over-year increase was primarily due to the growth in average outstanding loan balances which the Company provided guarantee services.

Other revenue was RMB100.4 million (US$13.7 million), representing a decrease of 35.5% from the same period of 2023. The decrease was mainly due to the decrease in revenue from individual investor referral services.

Facilitation and servicing expense was RMB608.2 million (US$83.7 million), representing an increase of 70.9% from the same period of 2023, primarily due to the increase of guarantee costs incurred.

Reversal of uncollectible receivables, contract assets, loans receivable and others was a reversal of RMB 3.3 million (US$ 0.5 million), compared with RMB13.8 million allowance in the same period of 2023, primarily due to the net impact of current period provision and recovery of certain receivables written off in prior year.

Sales and marketing expense was RMB486.6 million (US$67.0 million), representing an increase of 15.7% from the same period of 2023, primarily due to an increase in borrower acquisition expenses.

General and administrative expense was RMB65.0 million (US$8.9 million), representing an increase of 29.8% from the same period of 2023, primarily driven by an increase  in payroll expenses and share-based compensation.

Research and development expense was RMB92.8 million (US$12.8 million), representing an increase of 36.3% from the same period of 2023, primarily due to higher employee compensation benefit expenses.

Income from operation was RMB227.1 million (US$31.3 million), representing a decrease of 38.5% from the same period of 2023.

Net income was RMB238.3 million (US$32.8 million), representing a decrease of 27.0% from RMB326.3 million in the same period of 2023.

Basic and diluted net income per share were both RMB1.12(US$0.15), compared to RMB1.52 in the second quarter of 2023. Basic and diluted net income per ADS were both RMB4.48 (US$0.60), compared to RMB6.08 in the second quarter of 2023. Each ADS represents four Class A ordinary shares of the Company.

Cash and cash equivalents were RMB880.2 million (US$121.1 million) as of June 30, 2024, compared with RMB568.2 million as of March 31, 2024.

The following table provides the delinquency rates of all outstanding loans on the Company’s platform in Mainland China as of the respective dates indicated.

		Delinquent for
As of		1-30 days	31-60 days	61-90 days	91 -180 days	More than 180 days
		(%)
December 31, 2021		1.31	0.90	0.72	1.78	2.12
December 31, 2022		1.01	0.67	0.51	1.18	2.02
December 31, 2023		1.13	0.90	0.68	1.48	2.07
March 31, 2024		0.99	0.85	0.68	1.63	2.62
June 30, 2024		0.96	0.83	0.67	1.61	2.60

The following chart and table display the historical cumulative M3+ Delinquency Rate by Vintage for loan products facilitated through the Company’s platform in Mainland China.

Business Outlook

The Company expects its loan facilitation volume for the third quarter of 2024 to reach approximately RMB25 billion. This forecast reflects the Company's confidence in the improving economic environment and the company's product and operational capabilities.

Recent Development

Dividend Policy

On August 16, 2024, the Company’s Board of Directors approved the payment of cash dividends of US$0.125 per ordinary share, or US$0.50 per American depositary share (ADS). Shareholders of record at the close of trading on August 27, 2024 (U.S. Eastern Time) will be entitled to receive these dividends. The distribution of dividends is expected to occur on or around September 3, 2024, for ordinary shareholders, and on or around September 6, 2024, for ADS holders. Dividends to ADS holders will be subject to the terms and conditions of the deposit agreement, including any applicable fees and expenses. The aggregate amount of cash to be distributed is expected to be approximately US$26.6 million.

Share Repurchase Plan Update

In March 2024, the Company’s Board of Directors approved an adjustment to the existing share repurchase plan, pursuant to which the aggregate value of ordinary shares authorized for repurchase under the plan shall not exceed US$30 million.

On June 4, 2024, the Company’s Board of Directors approved to extend the share repurchase plan for a period of 12 months, commencing on June 13, 2024 and ending on June 12, 2025. Pursuant to the extended share repurchase plan, the Company may repurchase its ordinary shares through June 12, 2025 with an aggregate value not exceeding the remaining balance under the share repurchase plan.

As of August 27, 2024, the Company had repurchased approximately 3.3 million of its ADSs for approximately US$13.9 million.

Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)

On August 7, 2024, the Company published its 2023 ESG report, marking its third annual ESG publication. The report underscores Jiayin’s steadfast commitment to corporate sustainability, ethical business practices, and transparent governance. In 2023, the Company continued to create societal value and advance its digital transformation initiatives. Key efforts included enhancing service quality, building a responsible supply chain, and promoting low-carbon practices through the adoption of green technologies. These initiatives are designed to minimize environmental impact, boost resource efficiency, and contribute to the development of a circular economy.

The ESG report is prepared in accordance with the Global Reporting Initiative’s Sustainability Reporting Standards (GRI Standards), with reference to Nasdaq’s ESG Reporting Guide 2.0. To download the full report in English or Chinese, please visit the ESG section of the Company's investor relations website at: https://ir.jiayintech.cn/environmental-social-and-governance.

Conference Call

The Company will conduct a conference call to discuss its financial results on Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at 8:00 AM U.S. Eastern Time (8:00 PM Beijing/Hong Kong Time on the same day).

To join the conference call, all participants must use the following link to complete the online registration process in advance. Upon registering, each participant will receive access details for this event including the dial-in numbers, a PIN number, and an e-mail with detailed instructions to join the conference call.

Participant Online Registration:

https://register.vevent.com/register/BIab3d5299bc4c481ca5b0bd145bde23a9.

A live and archived webcast of the conference call will be available on the Company’s investors relations website at http://ir.jiayintech.cn/.

About Jiayin Group Inc.

Jiayin Group Inc. is a leading fintech platform in China committed to facilitating effective, transparent, secure and fast connections between underserved individual borrowers and financial institutions. The origin of the business of the Company can be traced back to 2011. The Company operates a highly secure and open platform with a comprehensive risk management system and a proprietary and effective risk assessment model which employs advanced big data analytics and sophisticated algorithms to accurately assess the risk profiles of potential borrowers. For more information, please visit https://ir.jiayintech.cn/.

Exchange Rate Information

This announcement contains translations of certain RMB amounts into U.S. dollars (“US$”) at a specified rates solely for the convenience of the reader. Unless otherwise noted, all translations from RMB to U.S. dollars are made at a rate of RMB7.2672 to US$1.00, the exchange rate set forth in the H.10 statistical release of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System as of June 30, 2024. The Company makes no representation that the RMB or US$ amounts referred could be converted into US$ or RMB, as the case may be, at any particular rate or at all.

Safe Harbor / Forward-Looking Statements

This announcement contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the “safe harbor” provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as “will,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “future,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “estimates” and similar statements. The Company may also make written or oral forward-looking statements in its periodic reports to the SEC, in its annual report to shareholders, in press releases and other written materials and in oral statements made by its officers, directors or employees to third parties. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about the Company’s beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties and are based on current expectations, assumptions, estimates and projections about the Company and the industry. Potential risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, those relating to the Company’s ability to retain existing investors and borrowers and attract new investors and borrowers in an effective and cost-efficient way, the Company’s ability to increase the investment volume and loan facilitation of loans volume facilitated through its marketplace, effectiveness of the Company’s credit assessment model and risk management system, PRC laws and regulations relating to the online individual finance industry in China, general economic conditions in China, and the Company’s ability to meet the standards necessary to maintain listing of its ADSs on the Nasdaq Stock Market or other stock exchange, including its ability to cure any non-compliance with the continued listing criteria of the Nasdaq Stock Market. All information provided in this press release is as of the date hereof, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that its expectations will turn out to be correct, and investors are cautioned that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results. Further information regarding risks and uncertainties faced by the Company is included in the Company’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including its annual report on Form 20-F.

For investor and media inquiries, please contact:

Jiayin Group

Mr. Shawn Zhang
Email: ir@jiayinfintech.cn

JIAYIN GROUP INC. UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (Amounts in thousands, except for share and per share data)
	As of December 31,				As of June 30,
	2023				2024
	RMB				RMB				US$
ASSETS
Cash and cash equivalents		370,193				880,198				121,119
Restricted cash		2,435				—				—
Accounts receivable and contract assets, net		2,103,545				2,432,102				334,668
Financial assets receivables, net		991,628				893,337				122,927
Prepaid expenses and other current assets, net		1,922,056				1,015,534				139,742
Deferred tax assets, net		61,174				86,738				11,936
Property and equipment, net		40,332				44,680				6,148
Right-of-use assets		49,659				54,857				7,549
Long-term investment		101,481				127,264				17,512
Other non-current assets		2,263				1,322				182
TOTAL ASSETS		5,644,766				5,536,032				761,783
LIABILITIES AND EQUITY
Deferred guarantee income		886,862				505,062				69,499
Contingent guarantee liabilities		933,947				499,416				68,722
Payroll and welfare payable		94,856				86,961				11,966
Tax payables		568,819				553,668				76,187
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities		731,863				1,088,223				149,744
Lease liabilities		47,958				54,690				7,526
TOTAL LIABILITIES		3,264,305				2,788,020				383,644
TOTAL SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY		2,380,461				2,748,012				378,139
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND EQUITY		5,644,766				5,536,032				761,783

JIAYIN GROUP INC. UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (Amounts in thousands, except for share and per share data)
		For the Three Months Ended June 30,												For the Six Months Ended June 30,
		2023				2024								2023				2024
		RMB				RMB				US$				RMB				RMB				US$
Net revenue			1,277,824				1,476,327				203,149				2,399,986				2,951,667					406,163
Operating costs and expenses:
Facilitation and servicing			(355,815	)			(608,158	)			(83,685	)			(630,054	)			(1,275,132		)			(175,464	)
(Allowance for)/reversal of uncollectible receivables, contract assets, loans receivable and others			(13,815	)			3,262				449				(20,520	)			645					89
Sales and marketing			(420,704	)			(486,553	)			(66,952	)			(801,521	)			(846,371		)			(116,465	)
General and administrative			(50,085	)			(64,996	)			(8,944	)			(96,464	)			(111,211		)			(15,303	)
Research and development			(68,102	)			(92,819	)			(12,772	)			(132,868	)			(176,089		)			(24,231	)
Total operating costs and expenses			(908,521	)			(1,249,264	)			(171,904	)			(1,681,427	)			(2,408,158		)			(331,374	)
Income from operation			369,303				227,063				31,245				718,559				543,509					74,789
Interest income, net			1,623				4,318				594				1,983				6,234					858
Other income, net			3,017				65,637				9,032				11,012				66,224					9,113
Income before income taxes and lossfrom investment in affiliates			373,943				297,018				40,871				731,554				615,967					84,760
Income tax expense			(45,573	)			(58,750	)			(8,084	)			(123,249	)			(104,632		)			(14,398	)
Loss from investment in affiliates			(2,029	)			—				—				(2,264	)			—					—
Net income			326,341				238,268				32,787				606,041				511,335					70,362
Less: net loss attributable to non-controlling interest			(10	)			(3	)			—				(23	)			(6		)			(1	)
Net income attributable toJiayin Group Inc.			326,351				238,271				32,787				606,064				511,341					70,363
Weighted average shares used incalculating net income per share:
- Basic and diluted			214,026,210				212,332,672				212,332,672				213,877,632				212,231,868					212,231,868
Net income per share:
- Basic and diluted			1.52				1.12				0.15				2.83				2.41					0.33
Net income per ADS:
- Basic and diluted			6.08				4.48				0.60				11.32				9.64					1.32
Net income			326,341				238,268				32,787				606,041				511,335					70,362
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax of nil:
Foreign currency translation adjustments			6,546				257				36				5,970				(2,883		)			(397	)
Comprehensive income			332,887				238,525				32,823				612,011				508,452					69,965
Comprehensive (loss) income attributable to non-controlling interest			(100	)			42				6				(151	)			56					8
Total comprehensive incomeattributable to Jiayin Group Inc.			332,987				238,483				32,817				612,162				508,396					69,957

A chart accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/63def440-870f-4232-bbdf-e1388d56a4b4

FAQ

What was Jiayin Group's (JFIN) loan facilitation volume in Q2 2024?

Jiayin Group's loan facilitation volume in Q2 2024 was RMB24.0 billion (US$3.3 billion), remaining stable compared to the same period in 2023.

How much did Jiayin Group's (JFIN) net revenue grow in Q2 2024?

Jiayin Group's net revenue grew by 15.5% year-over-year to RMB1,476.3 million (US$203.1 million) in Q2 2024.

What is Jiayin Group's (JFIN) outlook for loan facilitation volume in Q3 2024?

Jiayin Group expects its loan facilitation volume for Q3 2024 to reach approximately RMB25 billion.

What dividend did Jiayin Group (JFIN) announce for Q2 2024?

Jiayin Group announced a cash dividend of US$0.125 per ordinary share, or US$0.50 per American depositary share (ADS).

How has Jiayin Group's (JFIN) share repurchase plan been updated?

Jiayin Group extended its share repurchase plan for 12 months, from June 13, 2024, to June 12, 2025, with a remaining balance of approximately US$16.1 million available for repurchases.