AfreecaTV Co Ltd
KOSDAQ:067160
AfreecaTV Co Ltd
AfreecaTV Co., Ltd. engages in the global entertainment services through online. The company is headquartered in Seongnam, Gyeonggi-Do. The company went IPO on 2003-12-19. The firm provides functional items such as donation economy gifts such as star balloons and subscriptions, and paid item products such as quick view and gold through the platforms. In addition, the Company uses AfreecaTV's platform and infrastructure to provide advertisements by providing content that fits the marketing concept of advertisers. The firm also operates multi-platforms such as open studios. Besides, the Company provides social trading services through its subsidiaries.
AfreecaTV Co., Ltd. engages in the global entertainment services through online. The company is headquartered in Seongnam, Gyeonggi-Do. The company went IPO on 2003-12-19. The firm provides functional items such as donation economy gifts such as star balloons and subscriptions, and paid item products such as quick view and gold through the platforms. In addition, the Company uses AfreecaTV's platform and infrastructure to provide advertisements by providing content that fits the marketing concept of advertisers. The firm also operates multi-platforms such as open studios. Besides, the Company provides social trading services through its subsidiaries.
Revenue Decline: Q4 revenue was KRW 119.3 billion, down 5% QoQ and 7% YoY, though full-year revenue grew 14% YoY to KRW 469.7 billion.
Advertising Surge: Advertising revenue jumped 61% YoY for the year, while platform revenue growth was modest at 1% YoY.
Platform Integration: Management plans to launch a unified Global One platform by Q1 or Q2 2026 to connect domestic and international users.
Rising Costs: Operating expenses increased 2% QoQ and 9% YoY in Q4, with notable rises in personnel and network fees.
Dividend Update: A 2025 dividend of KRW 36 billion (KRW 3,380 per share) was announced, with a new 3-year payout framework based on net income.
User Engagement: Strong growth in gaming content and user engagement, although this currently contributes less to donation revenue.
Future Guidance: Management expects platform revenue to improve once online payment changes are reflected and remains confident about live streaming market growth.
