RLX Technology (NYSE:RLX) reported a sharp increase in first-quarter 2026 revenue, driven by international expansion, contributions from a European investment and continued stability in mainland China, executives said on the company’s earnings call.
Chief Executive Officer Kate Wang said the company was “off to a robust start in 2026,” citing a 96.2% year-over-year increase in revenue and a 38.9% sequential increase. Wang attributed the performance to RLX’s global expansion strategy, localized market efforts and the buildout of its integrated operating hub, Nexus.