ArcSoft proposes dividend hike, new investment amid strong performance

ArcSoft Corporation (SSE:688088) announced its intent to boost its cash dividend payout to CNY100,182,850.00, representing CNY2.50 per share, a significant increase over the previous year, pending shareholder approval on May 15, 2025. This decision underscores a robust financial performance, including a revenue increase of 13.77% to CNY209,259,242.35 and a 45.36% surge in net profit to CNY49,663,953.38 for the first quarter of 2025. To further its growth strategy, ArcSoft is earmarking CNY9,415,000.00 to construct an enhanced ArcMuse computing engine to build capabilities in AI as well as the vertical models needed for the company's key industries.