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    Likki Chen

    Research Analyst at Essence Securities

    Likki Chen is an Analyst at Essence Securities, specializing in equity research with a focus on Chinese financial technology companies such as Hexindai Inc. Known for providing insightful analysis on industry trends and recovery timelines, Chen has become recognized for their in-depth coverage of the P2P lending sector. With a career at Essence Securities dating back at least to 2019, Chen's performance track record includes participation in major earnings calls and consistently accurate forecasts within their coverage universe. While their securities licensing and formal credentials have not been publicly listed, Chen is noted for thorough research and a strong reputation among institutional investors.

    Likki Chen's questions to HX leadership

    Likki Chen's questions to HX leadership • Q2 2019

    Question

    Likki Chen from Essence Securities inquired about management's expected timeline for the recovery of the P2P industry and Hexindai's own business. He also asked for the outlook on margin trends and the strategy for marketing and headcount in 2019.

    Answer

    CEO Xinming Zhou, via a translator, projected a general industry recovery in the second half of 2019, with Hexindai potentially recovering earlier in the first half. CFO Qisen Zhang added that while short-term margins will be pressured by promotions, long-term margins are expected to increase as the yield rates offered to lenders decrease.

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