JOYY (YY) Stock Price, News & Analysis

Company Overview

JOYY Inc (NASDAQ:YY) is a global technology-driven social media company specializing in video-based content creation and real-time social entertainment. The company develops and operates platforms that enable users to broadcast live video, engage with audiences and participate in interactive social communities. Its flagship global products include Bigo Live, a live-streaming application, and Likee, a short-video creation and sharing platform, which collectively support real-time interaction through virtual gifting and in-app social features.

Originally founded in Guangzhou, China in 2005 by David Xueling Li under the name YY Inc, the company pioneered real-time group communication and live streaming services in its domestic market. YY went public on the NASDAQ in November 2012, trading under the ticker YY, and built a strong user base in China before pivoting toward a global strategy. In 2019, the firm rebranded as JOYY to reflect its broader international focus and completed the spin-off of its Chinese live-streaming subsidiary, Huya, to concentrate on overseas growth.

JOYY’s global footprint spans Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Latin America, Europe and North America, bringing live social entertainment to a diverse audience. Its platforms allow users to broadcast performances, host interactive shows and create short-form videos, all supported by in-app monetization through virtual gifting, subscriptions and advertising. The company continually invests in technology enhancements, including artificial intelligence and augmented reality, to enrich user engagement and content discovery.

Leadership at JOYY includes co-founder David Xueling Li, who serves as president, and Chief Executive Officer Bill Huang, who oversees day-to-day operations and global expansion initiatives. Headquartered in Guangzhou with regional offices in Singapore and other major cities, JOYY remains focused on connecting communities worldwide through innovative video and social entertainment services.

Key Stats

• Today's Range: $59.40 to $60.34
• 50-Day Range: $49.40 to $63.80
• 52-Week Range: $30.91 to $55.31
• Volume: 137,517 shs
• Average Volume: 523,246 shs
• Market Capitalization: $3.22 billion
• P/E Ratio: 18.07
• Dividend Yield: N/A
• Price Target: N/A
• Consensus Rating: Buy

YY Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

How have YY shares performed this year?

JOYY's stock was trading at $41.85 at the beginning of 2025. Since then, YY stock has increased by 42.9% and is now trading at $59.81.

How were JOYY's earnings last quarter?

JOYY Inc. (NASDAQ:YY) posted its earnings results on Tuesday, November, 26th. The information services provider reported $1.01 EPS for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $0.79 by $0.22. JOYY had a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 4.64% and a net margin of 9.02%.
Read the conference call transcript.

How do I buy shares of JOYY?

Shares of YY stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.

What other stocks do shareholders of JOYY own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some other companies that JOYY investors own include Xtrackers California Municipal Bond ETF (CA), Hawkins (HWKN), BlackRock (BLK), Endologix (ELGX), Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG), Micron Technology (MU) and Athabasca Oil (ATH).

Company Calendar

• Last Earnings: 11/26/2024
• Today: 10/25/2025
• Fiscal Year End: 12/31/2025

Industry, Sector and Symbol

• Stock Exchange: NASDAQ
• Sector: Computer and Technology
• Industry: Data processing & preparation
• Sub-Industry: Business Services
• Current Symbol: NASDAQ:YY
• CIK: 1530238
• Web: www.huanju.cn
• Phone: 65-6351-9330
• Fax: 86-20-8212-0887
• Employees: 7,450
• Year Founded: N/A

Profitability

• EPS (Trailing Twelve Months): ($3.10)
• Trailing P/E Ratio: 18.07
• Forward P/E Ratio: 17.75
• P/E Growth: N/A
• Net Income: $301.82 million
• Net Margins: 9.02%
• Pretax Margin: 8.99%
• Return on Equity: 4.64%
• Return on Assets: 2.96%

Debt

• Debt-to-Equity Ratio: N/A
• Current Ratio: 1.22
• Quick Ratio: 1.22

Sales & Book Value

• Annual Sales: $2.24 billion
• Price / Sales: 1.44
• Cash Flow: $7.58 per share
• Price / Cash Flow: 7.89
• Book Value: $86.91 per share
• Price / Book: 0.69

Miscellaneous

• Outstanding Shares: 53,830,000
• Free Float: 30,683,000
• Market Cap: $3.22 billion
• Optionable: Optionable
• Beta: 0.21