Shares of Unity Software Inc. (U) soared 7.43% in after-hours trading on Wednesday, after the company reported better-than-expected financial results for the third quarter of 2024.

Unity Software, a leading platform for creating and operating real-time 3D content, reported a quarterly loss of $0.31 per share, beating analysts' consensus estimate of a $0.37 loss per share. The company's revenue for the quarter came in at $446.52 million, surpassing the Wall Street expectation of $430.37 million.

The strong performance in the third quarter, despite a year-over-year decline in revenue, has boosted investor confidence in Unity Software's ability to navigate the challenging macroeconomic environment. The company's ability to exceed earnings and revenue expectations reflects its resilience and growth potential in the rapidly expanding gaming and interactive media industries.