Yalla Group (YALA) saw its shares plummet 10.78% in after-hours trading on Monday, following the release of its second-quarter earnings report and forward-looking statements. Despite reporting better-than-expected Q2 results, investors reacted negatively to the company's Q3 revenue guidance and a significant change in its share repurchase program.
The company reported Q2 adjusted earnings of $0.22 per diluted share, up from $0.19 a year earlier, and revenue of $84.6 million, surpassing the $83.6 million expected by analysts. However, Yalla's Q3 revenue guidance of $78 million to $85 million fell short of the $89.3 million projected by one analyst, raising concerns about the company's near-term growth prospects.
Adding to investor worries, Yalla Group announced the cancellation of all shares repurchased in 2025. This unexpected move, combined with the soft revenue outlook, appears to have shaken investor confidence, leading to the significant after-hours sell-off. As the market digests these developments, investors will be closely watching for any further clarification from the company regarding its strategic decisions and growth plans.