$PDD Holdings (PDD.US)$ today announced its unaudited financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2023.
First Quarter 2023 Highlights
Total revenues in the quarter were RMB37,637.1 million (US$5,480.4 million), an increase of 58% from RMB23,793.7 million in the same quarter of 2022.
Operating profit in the quarter was RMB6,929.0 million (US$1,008.9 million), an increase of 222% from RMB2,154.4 million in the same quarter of 2022. Non-GAAP operating profit in the quarter was RMB8,462.4 million (US$1,232.2 million), an increase of 130% from RMB3,677.2 million in the same quarter of 2022.
Net income attributable to ordinary shareholders in the quarter was RMB8,101.0 million (US$1,179.6 million), an increase of 212% from RMB2,599.5 million in the same quarter of 2022. Non-GAAP net income attributable to ordinary shareholders in the quarter was RMB10,126.4 million (US$1,474.5 million), an increase of 141% from RMB4,200.4 million in the same quarter of 2022.
Technology is the cornerstone of sustainable and inclusive growth that creates positive value for society,” said Mr. Lei Chen, Chairman and Co-Chief Executive Officer of PDD Holdings. “We will channel more resources to R&D as it is the key catalyst in driving efficiency and uncovering opportunities.”
We are entering a new phase of development where we are fully committed to fostering high-quality growth and further strengthening our ecosystem,” said Mr. Jiazhen Zhao, Executive Director and Co-Chief Executive Officer of PDD Holdings. “We are launching a dedicated ‘10 Billion Ecosystem Initiative’ to facilitate an environment where quality merchants can flourish.”
Patient investment is essential for us to promote ecosystem vibrancy and sustainability,” said Ms. Jun Liu, VP of Finance at PDD Holdings. “We are still in the investment stage, and we plan to step up our investment to further support quality growth.”