Shares of Waterdrop Inc. (WDH) surged 5.52% in pre-market trading on Monday, following the release of its impressive second-quarter 2025 financial results. The company, a leading technology platform for insurance and healthcare services, reported significant growth driven by its successful integration of artificial intelligence across its operations.
Waterdrop's Q2 2025 results showcased strong performance, with net operating revenue climbing 23.9% year-over-year to 838.0 million RMB. Net income attributable to ordinary shareholders rose by 58.7% to 140.2 million RMB, marking the company's fourteenth consecutive profitable quarter. The insurance segment, in particular, demonstrated robust growth with an 80.2% year-over-year increase in first-year premiums, totaling 3.2043 billion RMB.
Investors were further encouraged by Waterdrop's announcement of a 50% increase in its cash dividend to 10.9 million USD. The company's success is largely attributed to its "All in AI" strategy, which has led to cost reduction, efficiency improvements, and business innovation. Notable AI applications include the "Waterdrop Guardian Large Model," which covers key areas such as underwriting, customer service, and product innovation. The AI-driven approach has resulted in impressive metrics, including a 260-times improvement in underwriting response speed and a 95.5% AI resolution rate in customer service scenarios.