SHANGHAI, Feb. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Jinxin Technology Holding Company (the “Company”) (Nasdaq: NAMI), an innovative provider of digital-content products and services in China, today announced that Namibox, a brand under the Company, has entered into a strategic partnership with Hisense Group (the “Hisense”). The partnership has resulted in the launch of their first collaborative product, the “Parent-Child Learning Big Screen,” which officially went on sale on February 20th. This product, dubbed “a learning tool for kids and a trusted companion for moms,” represents an innovative approach by combining elements of smart hardware, K-9 education, and emotional engagement. It is poised to lead a new wave in the multi-billion-dollar smart educational hardware industry.

Expanding the Learning Space: From “One-Way Output” to “Emotional Symbiosis”

According to the “Chinese Family Education Consumption White Paper” issued by the Ministry of Education, 82.6% of the Chinese families are currently facing “educational device anxiety.” Traditional learning devices often rely on a “question bank + video course” model, while standard tablets pose the risk of addiction among children. To address these challenges, Namibox and Hisense have jointly developed the 27-inch movable “Parent-Child Learning Big Screen.” This device goes beyond combining hardware with learning software; it reimagines the family education ecosystem through three key innovations, creating a seamless blend of “education + emotion.”

Space Extension: Equipped with a retractable stand and omnidirectional wheels, the 27-inch big screen easily adapts to a variety of home learning scenarios. Whether children are attending online classes in the living room, engaging in parent-child fitness routines, learning math with weighing tools in the kitchen, or enjoying bilingual reading in the bedroom, this versatile device supports it all. By catering to modern family dynamics, where the living room often doubles as a study area, the screen transforms traditional learning hardware from a single-use device into a multi-functional, interactive tool that fosters immersive family learning experiences.

Role Reconstruction: The device transforms parents’ roles from “overseers” to “teammates.” Its movable, multifunctional design enables transitions between learning mode and family mode, allowing parents and children to learn, read, exercise, and play together. This redefinition of family space not only enhances the functionality of the home but also deepens emotional connections, positioning the learning screen as a pivotal “third anchor” in the household, alongside the stove and television.

Content Upgrade: Namibox leverages cutting-edge AI, AR, and digital human technologies to develop an advanced digital educational content engine. This engine delivers a rich array of K9 educational materials, including synchronized learning content infused with AI and digital human elements. These innovations breathe new life into traditional digital textbooks, online courses, and exercises, creating a dynamic, closed -loop system of learning, practicing, and testing. The intelligent and interactive design significantly boosts students’ engagement, interest, and autonomy.

Technological Excellence: Hardware Innovation Meets Eye Protection

The “Parent-Child Learning Big Screen” incorporates Hisense’s flagship TV picture quality technology, setting a new benchmark for display quality in educational devices. Its IPS paper-like eye-protection screen, combined with Hisense’s 7-layer eye-protection process certified by TÜV Rheinland, ensures optimal visual comfort and health for users.

A standout feature of the device is its dual-system intelligent switching design. In “Learning Mode,” entertainment apps are automatically blocked, while “Family Mode” unlocks entertainment and audio-visual functionalities. This concept of “education not opposing human nature, entertainment not losing control” meets the core demands of parents who want effective learning tools without sacrificing leisure and family bonding.

A Game-Changer in the Billion-Dollar Smart Educational Hardware Market

According to IDC, the Chinese smart educational hardware market is projected to exceed RMB100 billion by 2024, despite a product homogenization rate as high as 76%. The “catfish effect” brought by this cross-industry collaboration between Namibox and Hisense has drawn significant industry attention. The Company believes that the “Parent-Child Learning Big Screen” could catalyze a “living room education economy,” paving the way for future business opportunities such as family education consulting and personalized tutoring, powered by behavior data collected through parent-child collaboration. This strategic partnership represents more than just a complementary alignment of strengths; it is a bold exploration of the future ecosystem for smart hardware. By combining technological innovation with educational depth, Namibox and Hisense are unlocking new possibilities for the smart educational hardware industry.

About Jinxin Technology Holding Company

Headquartered in Shanghai, China, Jinxin Technology Holding Company is an innovative provider of digital-content products and services in China. Leveraging the powerful digital content generation engine powered by advanced AI/AR/VR/digital human technologies, the Company is committed to offering users high-quality digital content services through both its own platform and the content distribution channels of its strong partners. The Company currently target K-9 students in China, with core expertise in providing them digital and integrated educational contents, and plan to further expand service offerings to provide premium and engaging digital contents to other age groups. The Company collaborates with leading textbook publishers in China and provides digital version of mainstream textbooks used in primary schools and middle schools. The Company’s AI-generated content technology enables comprehensive digital contents to deliver an interactive, intelligent and entertaining learning experience. The Company distributes digital contents primarily through (i) its flagship learning app, Namibox, (ii) telecom and broadcast operators and (iii) third-party devices with our contents embedded.

For more information, please visit the Company’s website at https://ir.namibox.com.

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For investor and media inquiries, please contact:

Jinxin Technology Holding Company
Investor Relations Department
Email: ir@namibox.com

BEIJING, Feb. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — NaaS Technology Inc. (Nasdaq: NAAS) (“NaaS” or the “Company”), the first U.S.-listed EV charging service company in China, today announced that its board of directors (the “Board”) has approved a share repurchase program (the “Share Repurchase Program”), effective from February 21, 2025. Pursuant to the Share Repurchase Program, the Company may repurchase up to US$10 million of its American depositary shares (“ADSs”) over the next 12 months through the end of February 2026.

The Company’s proposed repurchases may be made from time to time on the open market at prevailing market prices, in privately negotiated transactions, in block trades and/or through other legally permissible means, depending on market conditions and in accordance with applicable rules and regulations. The Board will review the share repurchase program periodically, and may authorize adjustment of its terms and size.

About NaaS Technology Inc.

NaaS Technology Inc. is the first U.S. listed EV charging service company in China. The Company is a subsidiary of Newlinks Technology Limited, a leading energy digitalization group in China. The Company provides one-stop solutions to energy asset owners comprising charging services, energy solutions and new initiatives, supporting every stage of energy assets’ lifecycle and facilitating energy transition.

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STOCKHOLM, Feb. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Autoliv, Inc. (NYSE: ALV) (SSE: ALIV.sdb), the worldwide leader in automotive safety systems, today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend of 70 cents for the first quarter of 2025.

To holders of record on the close of business on Friday, March 7, the dividend will be payable on:

• Monday, March 24, 2025 to holders of Autoliv common stock listed on the New York Stock Exchange (Common Stock); and
• Tuesday, March 25, 2025 to holders of Autoliv Swedish Depository Receipts listed on Nasdaq Stockholm (SDRs).

The ex-date will be:

• Friday, March 7, for holders of Common Stock; and
• Thursday, March 6, for holders of SDRs.

Inquiries: 

Investors & Analysts: Anders Trapp, Tel +46 (0)8 587 206 71
Investors & Analysts: Henrik Kaar, Tel +46 (0)8 587 206 14

Media: Gabriella Etemad, Tel +46 (0)8 587 206 02

This information is information that Autoliv, Inc. is obliged to make public pursuant to the EU Market Abuse Regulation. The information was submitted for publication, through the contact person set out above, at 11:15 CET on February 21, 2025.

About Autoliv

Autoliv, Inc. (NYSE: ALV; Nasdaq Stockholm: ALIV.sdb) is the worldwide leader in automotive safety systems. Through our group companies, we develop, manufacture and market protective systems, such as airbags, seatbelts, and steering wheels for all major automotive manufacturers in the world as well as mobility safety solutions, such as pedestrian protection, connected safety services and safety solutions for riders of powered two wheelers. At Autoliv, we challenge and re-define the standards of mobility safety to sustainably deliver leading solutions. In 2024, our products saved close to 37,000 lives and reduced more than 600,000 injuries.

We have operations in 25 countries, and we drive innovation, research, and development at our 13 technical centers. Our 65,000 employees are passionate about our vision of Saving More Lives and quality is at the heart of everything we do. Sales in 2024 amounted to $10.4 billion. For more information go to www.autoliv.com. 

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GUANGZHOU, China, Feb. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Vipshop Holdings Limited (NYSE: VIPS), a leading online discount retailer for brands in China (“Vipshop” or the “Company”), today announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter and full year ended December 31, 2024.

Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Highlights

• Total net revenues for the fourth quarter of 2024 were RMB33.2 billion (US$4.6 billion), compared with RMB34.7 billion in the prior year period. Total net revenues for the full year of 2024 were RMB108.4 billion (US$14.9 billion), compared with RMB112.9 billion in the prior year.
• GMV^[1] for the fourth quarter of 2024 was RMB66.2 billion, compared with RMB66.4 billion in the prior year period. GMV for the full year of 2024 increased by 0.6% year over year to RMB209.3 billion from RMB208.0 billion in the prior year.
• Gross profit for the fourth quarter of 2024 was RMB7.6 billion (US$1.0 billion), compared with RMB8.2 billion in the prior year period. Gross profit for the full year of 2024 was RMB25.5 billion (US$3.5 billion), compared with RMB25.7 billion in the prior year.
• Net income attributable to Vipshop’s shareholders for the fourth quarter of 2024 was RMB2.4 billion (US$335.2 million), compared with RMB3.0 billion in the prior year period. Net income attributable to Vipshop’s shareholders for the full year of 2024 was RMB7.7 billion (US$1.1 billion), compared with RMB8.1 billion in the prior year.
• Non-GAAP net income attributable to Vipshop’s shareholders^[2] for the fourth quarter of 2024 was RMB3.0 billion (US$407.4 million), compared with RMB3.2 billion in the prior year period. Non-GAAP net income attributable to Vipshop’s shareholders for the full year of 2024 was RMB9.0 billion (US$1.2 billion), compared with RMB9.5 billion in the prior year.
• The number of active customers^[3] for the fourth quarter of 2024 was 45.7 million, compared with 48.5 million in the prior year period. The number of active customers for the full year of 2024 was 84.7 million, compared with 87.4 million in the prior year.
• Total orders^[4] for the fourth quarter of 2024 were 217.5 million, compared with 234.3 million in the prior year period. Total orders for the full year of 2024 were 757.5 million, compared with 812.3 million in the prior year.

Mr. Eric Shen, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Vipshop, stated, “We delivered results well above our expectations in the fourth quarter, concluding a challenging year. Apparel categories achieved positive growth for both the quarter and full year, as we built upon our merchandising strength to introduce more unique, off-price seasonal offerings that met consumer needs. This helped our total GMV surpass RMB200 billion again in 2024. Super VIPs demonstrated strong momentum with double digit growth and more resilient spending, as they continued to respond to our differentiated value proposition. With the continuity of our strategy, and increased agility and flexibility in our business, we are better positioned going into 2025 and remain confident in our long-term growth trajectory.”

Mr. Mark Wang, Chief Financial Officer of Vipshop, further commented, “We are pleased to have achieved a better balance in our business in the fourth quarter after we reallocated resources to maximize growth while maintaining solid profitability. We believe the swift and disciplined actions taken within our organization have put us on the right track toward returning to sustainable and profitable growth in the foreseeable future. Meanwhile, reflecting our strong profitability and free cash flow, we are committed to consistently delivering value for our shareholders through both share repurchase and cash dividend in 2025.”

Fourth Quarter 2024 Financial Results

REVENUES

Total net revenues for the fourth quarter of 2024 were RMB33.2 billion (US$4.6 billion), compared with RMB34.7 billion in the prior year period.

GROSS PROFIT

Gross profit for the fourth quarter of 2024 was RMB7.6 billion (US$1.0 billion), compared with RMB8.2 billion in the prior year period. Gross margin for the fourth quarter of 2024 was 23.0%, compared with 23.7% in the prior year period.

OPERATING EXPENSES

Total operating expenses for the fourth quarter of 2024 were RMB5.1 billion (US$694.0 million), compared with RMB4.9 billion in the prior year period. As a percentage of total net revenues, total operating expenses for the fourth quarter of 2024 was 15.2%, compared with 14.0% in the prior year period.

• Fulfillment expenses for the fourth quarter of 2024 decreased by 2.5% year over year to RMB2.46 billion (US$337.2 million) from RMB2.53 billion in the prior year period. As a percentage of total net revenues, fulfillment expenses for the fourth quarter of 2024 was 7.4%, compared with 7.3% in the prior year period.
• Marketing expenses for the fourth quarter of 2024 increased by 10.3% year over year to RMB930.3 million (US$127.5 million) from RMB843.2 million in the prior year period. As a percentage of total net revenues, marketing expenses for the fourth quarter of 2024 was 2.8%, compared with 2.4% in the prior year period.
• Technology and content expenses for the fourth quarter of 2024 decreased by 5.5% year over year to RMB469.2 million (US$64.3 million) from RMB496.4 million in the prior year period. As a percentage of total net revenues, technology and content expenses for the fourth quarter of 2024 was 1.4%, which stayed flat as compared with that in the prior year period.
• General and administrative expenses for the fourth quarter of 2024 increased by 20.0% year over year to RMB1.2 billion (US$165.1 million) from RMB1.0 billion in the prior year period. As a percentage of total net revenues, general and administrative expenses for the fourth quarter of 2024 was 3.6%, compared with 2.9% in the prior year period.

INCOME FROM OPERATIONS

Income from operations for the fourth quarter of 2024 was RMB2.9 billion (US$390.6 million), compared with RMB3.7 billion in the prior year period. Operating margin for the fourth quarter of 2024 was 8.6%, compared with 10.6% in the prior year period.

Non-GAAP income from operations^[5] for the fourth quarter of 2024, which excluded share-based compensation expenses, was RMB3.4 billion (US$464.5 million), compared with RMB4.0 billion in the prior year period. Non-GAAP operating margin^[6] for the fourth quarter of 2024 was 10.2%, compared with 11.4% in the prior year period.

NET INCOME

Net income attributable to Vipshop’s shareholders for the fourth quarter of 2024 was RMB2.4 billion (US$335.2 million), compared with RMB3.0 billion in the prior year period. Net margin attributable to Vipshop’s shareholders for the fourth quarter of 2024 was 7.4%, compared with 8.5% in the prior year period. Net income attributable to Vipshop’s shareholders per diluted ADS^[7] for the fourth quarter of 2024 was RMB4.69 (US$0.64), compared with RMB5.35 in the prior year period.

Non-GAAP net income attributable to Vipshop’s shareholders for the fourth quarter of 2024, which excluded (i) share-based compensation expenses, (ii) impairment loss of investments, (iii) investment loss (gain) and revaluation of investments excluding dividends, (iv) reconciling items on the share of equity method investments, and (v) tax effects on non-GAAP adjustments, was RMB3.0 billion (US$407.4 million), compared with RMB3.2 billion in the prior year period. Non-GAAP net margin attributable to Vipshop’s shareholders^[8] for the fourth quarter of 2024 was 9.0%, compared with 9.2% in the prior year period. Non-GAAP net income attributable to Vipshop’s shareholders per diluted ADS^[9] for the fourth quarter of 2024 was RMB5.70 (US$0.78), compared with RMB5.79 in the prior year period.

For the quarter ended December 31, 2024, the Company’s weighted average number of ADSs used in computing diluted income per ADS was 521,501,399.

BALANCE SHEET AND CASH FLOW

As of December 31, 2024, the Company had cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash of RMB27.0 billion (US$3.7 billion) and short term investments of RMB1.9 billion (US$256.6 million).

For the quarter ended December 31, 2024, net cash generated from operating activities was RMB8.9 billion (US$1.2 billion), and free cash flow^[10], a non-GAAP measurement of liquidity, was as follows:

Full Year 2024 Financial Results

Total net revenues for the full year of 2024 were RMB108.4 billion (US$14.9 billion), compared with RMB112.9 billion in the prior year.

Gross profit for the full year of 2024 was RMB25.5 billion (US$3.5 billion), compared with RMB25.7 billion in the prior year. Gross margin for the full year of 2024 increased to 23.5% from 22.8% in the prior year.

Income from operations for the full year of 2024 increased by 0.8% year over year to RMB9.2 billion (US$1.3 billion) from RMB9.1 billion in the prior year. Operating margin for the full year increased to 8.5% from 8.1% in the prior year.

Non-GAAP income from operations for the full year of 2024, which excluded share-based compensation expenses, increased by 0.9% year over year to RMB10.7 billion (US$1.5 billion) from RMB10.6 billion in the prior year. Non-GAAP operating margin for the full year of 2024 increased to 9.9% from 9.4% in the prior year.

Net income attributable to Vipshop’s shareholders for the full year of 2024 was RMB7.7 billion (US$1.1 billion), compared with RMB8.1 billion in the prior year. Net margin attributable to Vipshop’s shareholders for the full year of 2024 was 7.1%, compared with 7.2% in the prior year. Net income attributable to Vipshop’s shareholders per diluted ADS for the full year of 2024 was RMB14.35 (US$1.97), compared with RMB14.42 in the prior year.

Non-GAAP net income attributable to Vipshop’s shareholders for the full year of 2024, which excluded (i) share-based compensation expenses, (ii) impairment loss of investments, (iii) investment (gain) loss and revaluation of investments excluding dividends, (iv) reconciling items on the share of equity method investments, and (v) tax effects on non-GAAP adjustments, was RMB9.0 billion (US$1.2 billion), compared with RMB9.5 billion in the prior year. Non-GAAP net margin attributable to Vipshop’s shareholders for the full year of 2024 was 8.3%, compared with 8.4% in the prior year. Non-GAAP net income attributable to Vipshop’s shareholders per diluted ADS for the full year of 2024 was RMB16.75 (US$2.29), compared with RMB16.90 in the prior year.

For the full year of 2024, the Company’s weighted average number of ADSs used in computing diluted earnings per ADS was 539,279,030.

For the full year of 2024, net cash generated from operating activities was RMB9.1 billion (US$1.3 billion), and free cash flow, a non-GAAP measurement of liquidity, was as follows:

Share Repurchase Program

During the quarter ended December 31, 2024, the Company repurchased US$43.3 million of its ADSs under its US$1.0 billion share repurchase program adopted in March 2023. As of the date of this earnings release, the Company has fully utilized the remaining authorized amount of this program. The Company plans to continue share repurchases under its US$1.0 billion share repurchase program announced in August 2024, which will be effective until February 2027.

Declaration of 2024 Dividend

The Company’s board of directors has approved and declared an annual cash dividend for fiscal year 2024 in the amount of US$2.40 per ordinary share, or US$0.48 per ADS, to holders of ordinary shares and holders of ADSs of record as of the close of business on April 11, 2025. The payment date is expected to be on April 25, 2025. Holders of the Company’s ADSs will receive the cash dividends through the depositary, Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas, subject to the terms of the deposit agreement.

Business Outlook

For the first quarter of 2025, the Company expects its total net revenues to be between RMB26.3 billion and RMB27.6 billion, representing a year-over-year decrease of approximately 5% to 0%. These forecasts reflect the Company’s current and preliminary view on the market and operational conditions, which is subject to change.

Exchange Rate

The Company’s business is primarily conducted in China and the significant majority of revenues generated are denominated in Renminbi. This announcement contains currency translations of Renminbi amounts into U.S. dollars solely for the convenience of the reader. Unless otherwise noted, all translations from Renminbi to U.S. dollars are made at a rate of RMB7.2993 to US$1.00, the effective noon buying rate on December 31, 2024 as set forth in the H.10 statistical release of the Federal Reserve Board. No representation is made that the Renminbi amounts could have been, or could be, converted, realized or settled into U.S. dollars at that rate on December 31, or at any other rate.

Conference Call Information

The Company will hold a conference call on Friday, February 21, 2025 at 7:00 am U.S. Eastern Time, 8:00 pm Beijing Time to discuss the financial results.

All participants wishing to join the conference call must pre-register online using the link provided below.

Registration Link: https://register.vevent.com/register/BI94d605c9b9f44cd984fd6a1dd0f5a6b3 

Once pre-registration has been completed, each participant will receive dial-in numbers and a unique access PIN via email. To join the conference, participants should use the dial-in details followed by the PIN code.

A live webcast of the earnings conference call can be accessed at https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/4brks6io. An archived webcast will be available at the Company’s investor relations website at http://ir.vip.com.

About Vipshop Holdings Limited

Vipshop Holdings Limited is a leading online discount retailer for brands in China. Vipshop offers high quality and popular branded products to consumers throughout China at a significant discount to retail prices. Since it was founded in August 2008, the Company has rapidly built a sizeable and growing base of customers and brand partners. For more information, please visit https://ir.vip.com/. 

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This announcement contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the “safe harbor” provisions of the U.S. 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. Among other things, the business outlook and quotations from management in this announcement, as well as Vipshop’s strategic and operational plans, contain forward-looking statements. Vipshop may also make written or oral forward-looking statements in its periodic reports to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (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 Vipshop’s beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement, including but not limited to the following: Vipshop’s goals and strategies; Vipshop’s future business development, results of operations and financial condition; the expected growth of the online discount retail market in China; Vipshop’s ability to attract customers and brand partners and further enhance its brand recognition; Vipshop’s expectations regarding needs for and market acceptance of flash sales products and services; competition in the discount retail industry; fluctuations in general economic and business conditions in China and assumptions underlying or related to any of the foregoing. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in Vipshop’s filings with the SEC. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and Vipshop does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law.

Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures

The condensed consolidated financial information is derived from the Company’s unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements prepared in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“U.S. GAAP”), except that comparative consolidated statements of income and cash flows for the period presented and the detailed footnote disclosures required by Accounting Standards Codification 270, Interim Reporting (“ASC270”) have been omitted. Vipshop uses non-GAAP net income attributable to Vipshop’s shareholders, non-GAAP net income attributable to Vipshop’s shareholders per diluted ADS, non-GAAP income from operations, non-GAAP operating margin, non-GAAP net margin attributable to Vipshop’s shareholders, and free cash flow, each of which is a non-GAAP financial measure. For the periods presented in this press release, non-GAAP net income attributable to Vipshop’s shareholders is net income attributable to Vipshop’s shareholders excluding (i) share-based compensation expenses, (ii) impairment loss of investments, (iii) investment loss (gain) and revaluation of investments excluding dividends, (iv) reconciling items on the share of equity method investments, and (v) tax effects on non-GAAP adjustments. Non-GAAP net income attributable to Vipshop’s shareholders per diluted ADS is computed using non-GAAP net income attributable to Vipshop’s shareholders divided by weighted average number of diluted ADS outstanding for computing diluted earnings per ADS. Non-GAAP income from operations is income from operations excluding share-based compensation expenses. Non-GAAP operating margin is non-GAAP income from operations as a percentage of total net revenues. Non-GAAP net margin attributable to Vipshop’s shareholders is non-GAAP net income attributable to Vipshop’s shareholders as a percentage of total net revenues. Free cash flow is net cash from operating activities adding back the impact from internet financing activities and less capital expenditures, which include purchase and deposits of property and equipment and land use rights. Impact from internet financing activities added back or deducted from free cash flow contains changes in the balances of financial products, which are primarily consumer financing and supplier financing that the Company provides to customers and suppliers. The Company believes that separate analysis and exclusion of the non-cash impact of (i) share-based compensation expenses, (ii) impairment loss of investments, (iii) investment loss (gain) and revaluation of investments excluding dividends, (iv) reconciling items on the share of equity method investments, and (v) tax effects on non-GAAP adjustments add clarity to the constituent parts of its performance. The Company reviews these non-GAAP financial measures together with GAAP financial measures to obtain a better understanding of its operating performance. It uses these non-GAAP financial measures for planning, forecasting, and measuring results against the forecast. The Company believes that non-GAAP financial measures are useful supplemental information for investors and analysts to assess its operating performance without the effect of (i) share-based compensation expenses, (ii) impairment loss of investments, (iii) investment loss (gain) and revaluation of investments excluding dividends, (iv) reconciling items on the share of equity method investments, and (v) tax effects on non-GAAP adjustments. Free cash flow enables the Company to assess liquidity and cash flow, taking into account the impact from internet financing activities and the financial resources needed for the expansion of fulfillment infrastructure, technology platform, and Shan Shan Outlets. Share-based compensation expenses have been and will continue to be significant recurring expenses in its business. However, the use of non-GAAP financial measures has material limitations as an analytical tool. One of the limitations of using non-GAAP financial measures is that they do not include all items that impact the Company’s net income for the period. In addition, because non-GAAP financial measures are not measured in the same manner by all companies, they may not be comparable to other similar titled measures used by other companies. One of the key limitations of free cash flow is that it does not represent the residual cash flow available for discretionary expenditures.

The presentation of these non-GAAP financial measures is not intended to be considered in isolation from, or as a substitute for, the financial information prepared and presented in accordance with U.S. GAAP. For more information on these non-GAAP financial measures, please see the table captioned “Vipshop Holdings Limited Reconciliations of GAAP and Non-GAAP Results” at the end of this release.

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