JOYY Inc.'s stock price soared 5.94% during the pre-market session following the release of its fourth quarter and full year 2025 financial results. The significant upward movement reflects strong investor sentiment after the company reported a return to year-over-year revenue growth.

The technology company announced Q4 2025 revenue of $581.9 million, representing a 5.9% increase compared to the same period last year and a 7.7% sequential growth from the third quarter. The standout performer was the BIGO Ads advertising business, which saw revenue surge 61.5% year-over-year to $128.1 million, demonstrating accelerating growth momentum for the third consecutive quarter.

Investors responded positively to JOYY's steady profitability growth, with non-GAAP operating income reaching $40.8 million in the fourth quarter. The company also highlighted its commitment to shareholder returns, having distributed approximately $332.0 million in dividends and share repurchases throughout 2025, with an additional $20 million cash dividend planned for the first quarter of 2026.