Hello Group (NasdaqGS:MOMO) Valuation After Softer Q3 Earnings and Weaker Shareholder Returns

Hello Group (MOMO) just posted softer third quarter numbers, with both revenue and net income slipping year over year. That earnings dip is likely what nudged the stock and investor sentiment today.

See our latest analysis for Hello Group.

At a share price of $6.98, Hello Group’s 1 year total shareholder return of around negative 5 percent and weaker 90 day share price return suggest momentum has been fading as investors reassess the earnings outlook.

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Yet with Hello Group trading at a sizable discount to analyst targets despite modest revenue growth and a solid value score, are investors overlooking a rebound opportunity or correctly pricing in a slower growth future?

Most Popular Narrative: 27.9% Undervalued

With the most followed narrative pegging fair value near $9.68 versus the $6.98 close, the valuation case leans on long term earnings power and strategic shifts.

Hello Group's overseas expansion, primarily through the app Soulchill and the launch of two new apps, Yaha Live and Amarr, is expected to drive significant revenue growth and long term profitability by entering new international markets and enhancing global presence. This expansion is likely to positively impact revenue and potentially net margins as the company scales efficiently.

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Result: Fair Value of $9.68 (UNDERVALUED)

Have a read of the narrative in full and understand what's behind the forecasts.

However, persistent revenue declines at Momo and Tantan, coupled with rising overseas costs and regulatory pressures, could quickly unravel this rebound story.

Find out about the key risks to this Hello Group narrative.

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