
Cancel anytime
- Chart
- Upturn Summary
- Highlights
- Revenue
- Valuation
Upturn AI SWOT
- About


DouYu International Holdings (DOYU)



- BUY Advisory
- SELL Advisory (Profit)
- SELL Advisory (Loss)
- Profit
- Loss
- Pass (Skip investing)


(see disclosures)
- ALL
- YEAR
- MONTH
- WEEK
Upturn Advisory Summary
10/14/2025: DOYU (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
1 Year Target Price $7.73
1 Year Target Price $7.73
0 | Strong Buy |
0 | Buy |
5 | Hold |
0 | Sell |
0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -68.53% | Avg. Invested days 26 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating ![]() ![]() | Upturn Advisory Performance ![]() | Stock Returns Performance ![]() |
![]() ![]() | ![]() ![]() |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 211.25M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 7.73 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 7.73 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 5 | Beta 0.61 | 52 Weeks Range 5.68 - 16.99 | Updated Date 10/13/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 5.68 - 16.99 | Updated Date 10/13/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 50.60% | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.98 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -5.04% | Operating Margin (TTM) 1.35% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -2.68% | Return on Equity (TTM) -4.97% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 34.13 | Enterprise Value -70226377 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.05 |
Enterprise Value -70226377 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.05 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.01 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 6.68 | Shares Outstanding 30178859 | Shares Floating 12666972 |
Shares Outstanding 30178859 | Shares Floating 12666972 | ||
Percent Insiders 3.98 | Percent Institutions 20.18 |
Upturn AI SWOT
DouYu International Holdings

Company Overview
History and Background
DouYu International Holdings was founded in 2014 in Wuhan, China. Initially a live streaming platform for games, it has evolved to include various entertainment content. It became a major player in the Chinese eSports scene.
Core Business Areas
- Live Streaming: The core business is providing a live streaming platform for video games, esports, and other entertainment content. Viewers can watch and interact with streamers in real-time.
- Advertising: DouYu generates revenue through advertising placements on its platform, including banner ads, sponsorships, and branded content integrations within streams.
- Other Services: Includes virtual gifting, subscription services, and other value-added offerings for users and streamers.
Leadership and Structure
DouYu is led by a management team including the CEO. The organizational structure comprises departments for technology, content, marketing, and finance.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Video Game Live Streaming: DouYu's primary offering is its live streaming platform focused on video games. It attracts a large user base with exclusive content and popular streamers. While precise market share data is hard to source due to the dynamic nature of China's internet ecosystem, DouYu, before its delisting, was among the top players. Competitors include Huya (HUYA).
- Esports Content: DouYu features live streams of esports tournaments and professional gaming leagues. This content attracts a dedicated audience of esports enthusiasts. Competitors include streaming platforms on Bilibili (BILI) and Kuaishou (1024.HK).
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The live streaming industry is highly competitive, driven by growing demand for online entertainment and esports. Growth has slowed due to Chinese regulations.
Positioning
DouYu, before its delisting, was a significant player in the Chinese live streaming market, known for its focus on gaming and esports. Its competitive advantage stemmed from a large user base and established partnerships.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for live streaming in China was estimated to be in the billions of dollars. DouYu was positioned to capture a substantial portion of this market, but regulations impacted performance.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand recognition in China
- Large user base
- Established partnerships with game publishers and esports organizations
- Focus on gaming and esports content
Weaknesses
- Dependence on Chinese regulatory environment
- Intense competition
- Profitability challenges due to content costs
Opportunities
- Expansion into new content categories
- Partnerships with global gaming companies
- Development of innovative features for streamers and viewers
Threats
- Increased regulatory scrutiny in China
- Aggressive competition from other live streaming platforms
- Changes in user preferences and content consumption habits
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- HUYA
- BILI
- KSU
Competitive Landscape
DouYu faced intense competition in the Chinese live streaming market. Its success depended on its ability to attract and retain users and streamers while managing costs and navigating the regulatory landscape. Huya offered a similar gaming focused streaming experience, while BILI focused on a broader array of video content.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historically, DouYu experienced significant user growth, but struggled with sustainable profitability.
Future Projections: Future growth projections are challenging to assess due to its current regulatory environment and delisting status.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives are not readily available as they are not publicly traded. Was previously focused on content diversification and technology upgrades.
Summary
DouYu, before delisting, was a significant player in China's live streaming market, particularly in gaming. While it had a large user base and strong brand recognition, it struggled with profitability and faced intense competition. Its future prospects are uncertain given the changing regulatory environment in China and its current delisting status, presenting significant risk. Regulatory risks and intense competition should be closely monitored.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Previous Financial Reports
- Industry Reports
- Market Analysis
- Company Announcements (Prior to Delisting)
Disclaimers:
The data provided is based on publicly available information prior to the delisting of DouYu International Holdings. Market conditions and company performance may have changed. This analysis is not financial advice.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About DouYu International Holdings
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date 2019-07-17 | Founder, Chairman & Co-CEO Mr. Shaojie Chen | ||
Sector Communication Services | Industry Internet Content & Information | Full time employees 819 | Website https://www.douyu.com |
Full time employees 819 | Website https://www.douyu.com |
DouYu International Holdings Limited, together with its subsidiaries, operates a platform on PC and mobile apps that provides interactive games and entertainment live streaming services in the People's Republic of China. The company's platform connects game developers and publishers, professional eSports teams or players and eSports tournament organizers, advertisers, and viewers. It also sponsors professional players and teams, as well as organizes eSports tournaments. In addition, the company streams other content to include a wide spectrum of live streaming entertainment options and voice-based entertainment options, such as talent shows, music, outdoor, and travel. Further, the company records and offers video clips to allow users to watch replays of selective live streaming content; and graphics that include game guides, tutorials, news, and other types of content. DouYu International Holdings Limited was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Wuhan, the People's Republic of China.

Note: This website is maintained by Upturn Corporation, which is an investment adviser registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Such registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Investing in securities has risks. Past performance is no guarantee of future returns. No assurance is provided as to any particular investment return, and you may lose money using our services. You are strongly advised to consult appropriate counsel before making any investments in companies you learn about through our services. You should obtain appropriate legal, tax, investment, accounting, and other advice that takes into account your investment portfolio and overall financial situation. You are solely responsible for conducting due diligence on a potential investment. We do not affect trades for you. You will select your own broker through which to transact. Investments are not FDIC insured, they are not guaranteed, and they may lose value. Please see the Privacy Policy, Terms of Use, and Disclosure for more information.