Motley Fool "....The bull case Fast, profitable growth. Since its IPO on Nasdaq in 2014, Momo has significantly expanded its user base, revenue, and net income. Momo's tremendous success with live video rocketed the company forward, increasing revenue tenfold and growing net income more than 22 times between 2015 and 2017.In the first quarter of 2018, Momo's revenue exceeded all expectations . The company reported $435.1 million (vs. its own guidance of $387 million to $402 million) and delivered a 38% earnings surprise of $0.69 per share (vs. an expected $0.50). For Q2 2018, Momo expects revenue of $470 million to $485 million, an increase of more than 50% year over year..... The bear case Lack of transparency. It's easy for short-sellers to target Chinese firms for a lack of transparency. Doubts about shadowy subsidiaries, partnerships, and vendor relationships can read like a spy novel, with tangled webs of complicated business relationships. The company has faced accusations of obscured ownership and suspicious incentive programs concerning its talent agencies..." ...Investors looking to profit from China's expanding mobile and social media marketplace should consider adding MOMO to their watch lists.
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