Once again, a major dividend! The "gaming influencer" plans to distribute 70 yuan per 10 shares.

Reporter Li Ting

Another example of high dividend payouts has emerged in the A-share market. On the evening of March 26, leading gaming company Xiamen Gigabit Network Technology Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as “Gigabit”) released its 2025 annual report, presenting impressive results with significant growth in both revenue and net profit. At the same time, the company announced a proposed annual dividend plan of “70 yuan for every 10 shares,” combined with the semi-annual and third-quarter dividends already implemented this year, bringing the total annual dividend to over 1.406 billion yuan, accounting for 78.41% of the net profit attributable to shareholders in the 2025 consolidated financial statements, solidifying its position as the benchmark for dividends among A-share “gaming giants.”

The annual report data shows that in 2025, Gigabit achieved operating revenue of 6.205 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 67.89%; the net profit attributable to shareholders reached 1.794 billion yuan, a substantial year-on-year growth of 89.82%, marking the highest growth rate in recent years. Behind this strong performance is the continuous effort of the company’s product matrix, with stable operations of core gaming products and impressive market performance following new product launches, while significant achievements have been made in expanding overseas business, injecting strong momentum into performance growth. The net cash flow generated from operating activities remains ample, providing solid cash flow support for high dividends.

In the proposed annual dividend plan, Gigabit intends to distribute a cash dividend of 70 yuan (tax included) for every 10 shares, totaling 502 million yuan in cash dividends. It is noteworthy that this is not the company’s first substantial dividend payout in 2025—previously, the company implemented a semi-annual dividend plan of “66 yuan for every 10 shares” and a third-quarter plan of “60 yuan for every 10 shares,” bringing the total number of dividend distributions for the year to three, with a cumulative dividend amount exceeding 1.406 billion yuan, and an annual dividend ratio exceeding 78.41%.

Since its listing in 2017, Gigabit has consistently adhered to high dividend payouts to reward shareholders, with cumulative cash dividends reaching 7.422 billion yuan, which is 8.25 times the net proceeds from its initial public offering, fully reflecting the company’s philosophy of sharing development results with shareholders. The high frequency and high ratio of dividends make it a leader not only in the A-share gaming industry but also in the overall market.

The “2025 China Game Industry Report” released by the China Audio-Video and Digital Publishing Association indicates that in 2025, the actual sales revenue of China’s gaming market will be 350.789 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 7.68%; the number of gaming users in China will reach 683 million, a year-on-year increase of 1.35%. In terms of overseas markets, amidst global economic fluctuations and intensified competition, Chinese gaming companies are actively responding, demonstrating considerable strength and resilience. In 2025, the actual sales revenue of independently developed games by China in overseas markets will be 20.455 billion USD, a year-on-year increase of 10.23%, with the scale exceeding 100 billion yuan for six consecutive years.

Against this backdrop, Gigabit, with its robust operational capability and continuous product innovation, has achieved both performance and dividend success, becoming a quality target in the A-share high dividend sector. The company places great emphasis on R&D investment and talent cultivation, adopting a “small steps, quick runs” strategy to enhance R&D effectiveness. The company highly values product innovation, striving to create differentiated premium games that are both enjoyable and commercially viable. At the same time, it focuses on building a strong R&D infrastructure to provide robust support for product development.

Zhang Yi, CEO of Guangzhou iiMedia Consulting Co., Ltd., told the Securities Daily that from an industry perspective, Gigabit’s high dividends are not coincidental, but rather the result of continuous improvement in the quality of the company’s operations. In recent years, the company has focused on the development of high-quality games, honing in on core sectors, continuously optimizing its product structure, while strictly controlling costs and expenses, leading to steady improvements in profitability. Ample cash flow and a low debt-to-asset ratio give the company the confidence to maintain high dividends, setting an example in the industry for “prudent operation and shareholder return.”

Zhang Yi stated that high dividends are a comprehensive reflection of a listed company’s profitability, cash flow situation, and governance level. Gigabit’s continuous high ratio and high-frequency dividends not only demonstrate the company’s strong operational strength but also convey confidence in future development. For investors, high dividend targets possess stronger risk resistance and long-term investment value; Gigabit’s performance is beneficial for fostering a positive atmosphere in the A-share market that values shareholder returns, promoting high-quality development in the capital market.