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Yalla Group Limited (NYSE: YALA), the largest online social networking and gaming company based in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), has announced its financial results for the full year ending December 31, 2025. The company reported continued growth, reinforcing its position in the region’s rapidly expanding digital entertainment industry.
According to the company’s financial statement, Yalla generated full-year revenue of AED 1.256 billion (US$341.9 million) in 2025. Net income increased 10.4% year-over-year to AED 543.9 million (US$148.1 million), compared with AED 492.9 million (US$134.2 million) recorded in 2024.
Fourth Quarter Performance
During the fourth quarter of 2025, Yalla maintained solid operational momentum. Quarterly revenue reached AED 308.1 million (US$83.9 million), reflecting the company’s steady business performance across its digital platforms.
Net income for the quarter rose 6.2% to AED 126.7 million (US$34.5 million). The company reported a net margin of 41.2%, while non-GAAP net margin reached 43.9%, demonstrating strong profitability and operational efficiency.
Growth in Users and Paying Subscribers
Yalla continued expanding its user base across both its social networking and gaming platforms. The company reported an 8.2% year-over-year increase in average monthly active users (MAUs), reaching 44.8 million users in the fourth quarter of 2025.
In addition, the number of paying users across the company’s ecosystem reached 10.4 million, highlighting strong demand for its premium services and digital entertainment offerings.
CEO: Strong Product Execution Driving Engagement
Commenting on the company’s performance, Tao Yang, Founder, Chairman and CEO of Yalla, said the company delivered strong results throughout 2025.
“We achieved solid financial performance in 2025, with annual revenue reaching US$341.9 million and net income growing 10.4% to US$148.1 million,” Yang said.
He noted that the company’s product ecosystem played a key role in increasing user engagement. “Our platforms continued to attract users, as reflected by an 8.2% increase in monthly active users to 44.8 million in the fourth quarter of 2025.”
Yang added that game services revenue accelerated during the year, recording 9.1% annual growth thanks to the company’s continued focus on innovation and effective marketing campaigns.
Expansion of Gaming Portfolio
The company also highlighted progress in its gaming segment. According to Yang, Yalla’s first match-3 mobile game, “Turbo Match,” is now available and receiving positive feedback from users.
He also revealed that the company plans to promote its desert-themed strategy game (SLG) during the second quarter of 2026, which is expected to help attract new player segments and expand its presence in the mobile gaming market.
AI Integration and Regional Expansion
Yalla has also been integrating artificial intelligence technologies across its ecosystem. This initiative has helped improve operational efficiency, accelerate product innovation and strengthen localization efforts tailored to regional audiences.
As part of its regional growth strategy, the company also continued expanding its presence in Saudi Arabia. In 2025, Yalla formed a strategic partnership with the Saudi Esports Federation to support the Saudi eLeague 2026 and local esports talent development programs.
Looking ahead, Yang said the company will continue to deepen integration between its social networking and gaming ecosystems, while strengthening its technology capabilities and expanding its product portfolio to support long-term growth in the MENA digital entertainment market.
Strengthening Leadership in Digital Entertainment
Saifi Ismail, President of Yalla Group, also highlighted the company’s operational progress throughout the year.
“During 2025, we intensified our efforts to strengthen user engagement and increase the overall value of our platform ecosystem,” Ismail said.
He explained that through refined operations, diversified engagement initiatives and continuous optimisation of monetisation strategies, the company has been able to enhance user experiences across both its social networking and gaming platforms.
“Gaming Plus Social” Strategy Drives Growth
Ismail also pointed to the company’s “gaming plus social” strategy as a key driver behind its growth in the MENA digital entertainment market.
“By combining product innovation with deeper localisation and culturally relevant content, we aim to deliver more engaging digital experiences that resonate with users across the region,” he said.
He added that Yalla will continue expanding its operational capabilities, strengthening partnerships across the digital ecosystem and developing new products.
“With a technology-driven approach and a deep understanding of regional user preferences, we remain well positioned to reinforce Yalla’s leadership in the rapidly evolving digital entertainment landscape across the MENA region,” Ismail concluded.
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