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Total Revenue:RMB316 billion, up 5% year-on-year.
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JD Retail Revenue Growth:2% year-on-year.
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General Merchandise Revenue Growth:15% year-on-year.
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Service Revenue Growth:21% year-on-year.
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Marketplace and Marketing Revenue Growth:19% year-on-year.
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JD Retail Operating Margin:5.6%, up 0.7 percentage points year-on-year.
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JD Retail Gross Margin:18.6%, up 1.8 percentage points year-on-year.
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Non-GAAP Net Profit:RMB7.4 billion.
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Operating Profit:RMB15 billion, up 16.5% year-on-year.
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JD Logistics Revenue Growth:29% year-on-year.
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Free Cash Flow:RMB22 billion for the last 12 months.
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Cash and Cash Equivalents:RMB216 billion at the end of Q1.
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Share Repurchase:USD 631 million, approximately 44.5 million Class A ordinary shares.
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Annual Cash Dividend:USD 1.4 billion or $1 per ADS.
Release Date: May 12, 2026
For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript .
Positive Points
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JD.com Inc ( NASDAQ:JD ) reported a 4.9% year-on-year revenue growth in Q1 2026, with a sequential acceleration in key growth drivers.
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JD Retail's operating margin expanded by 0.7 percentage points year-on-year to 5.6%, nearing historical highs.
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The general merchandise category saw a revenue growth acceleration to 14.9% year-on-year, contributing significantly to total GMV.
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JD's advertising and commission revenues experienced strong double-digit growth, becoming a powerful engine for high-quality growth.
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JD food delivery achieved a significant sequential loss reduction, contributing to advertising revenues and improving unit economics.
Negative Points
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Revenues from electronics and home appliances were down 8.4% year-on-year, despite a sequential improvement.
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The high trading base and rising product prices for electronics are expected to temper growth in Q2.
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Total operating expenses as a percentage of revenues increased year-on-year, reflecting higher marketing spending and R&D investments.
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Free cash flow decreased to RMB22 billion from RMB38 billion in the prior year, primarily due to cash outflows associated with the trading program.
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JD Retail's marketing expense ratio has declined, but the company continues to face intense market competition in the supermarket sector.
Q & A Highlights
Q: Despite facing a high base in the first quarter, JD Retail delivered better-than-expected growth. Has management observed any shift in consumer behavior, particularly in the context of price increases in electronic categories? How should we think about the growth trend over the next two quarters? A: (Ran Xu, CEO) In Q1, JD Retail saw solid performance with revenue growth accelerating for electronics and home appliances. Despite a high base from last year, we leveraged our supply chain capabilities to consolidate market leadership. We observed a shift towards mid- to high-end models and top-tier brands due to price hikes in smartphones and PCs. While Q2 may face pressure, we expect stronger growth in the second half, especially in home appliances, as the comparison base normalizes.
Q: How should we assess JD Retail's margin trajectory given macro uncertainties, industry competition, and rising ASP in electronic products? A: (Unidentified Company Representative) JD Retail achieved double-digit growth in operating profit with a margin expansion to 5.6% in Q1. This was driven by gross margin expansion across categories and improved marketing efficiency. We remain committed to our long-term high single-digit margin target, leveraging our 1P supply chain strength, category improvements, and platform ecosystem development.
Q: With the launch of Joybuy in Europe, how should we view the near-term investment intensity and long-term impact on new business loss and ROI? A: (Ran Xu, CEO) Joybuy was launched in March, leveraging JD's supply chain and logistics capabilities. Investment in international business remained stable, and as order volume grows, economies of scale will improve unit economics. We will focus on key supply chain areas to enhance user experience and drive long-term ROI, maintaining financial discipline.
Q: How will JD leverage AI agents in retail, and what are the strategies regarding agent-to-agent interactions? A: (Ran Xu, CEO) JD is using AI to enhance user experience, reduce costs, and improve efficiency. Our AI agent, [Xin Yang], helps identify and match consumer demand, with significant growth in user engagement. We are deploying AI across procurement, sales, and logistics to create a seamless end-to-end workflow, enhancing overall efficiency.
Q: What is JD's strategy for the food delivery business, and does JD aim to operate it profitably? A: (Ian Su Shan, CFO) JD food delivery achieved significant loss reduction in Q1 while maintaining healthy order volume. We aim for profitability, leveraging synergies within our ecosystem. Food delivery drives traffic growth, enhances user engagement, and enriches our platform's supply, contributing to long-term strategic value.
For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript .
