AppLovin Corporation's (NASDAQ: APP) stock surged 15.62% in after-hours trading on Wednesday, following a stellar fourth-quarter performance that exceeded analysts' estimates for both earnings and revenue.

The mobile app technology company reported earnings per share of $1.73, significantly higher than the consensus estimate of $1.25, driven by strong revenue growth and efficient operations. Revenue for the quarter soared 43.93% year-over-year to $1.372 billion, surpassing expectations of $1.264 billion.

The robust financial results can be attributed to AppLovin's dominant position in the mobile advertising market and its investments in artificial intelligence (AI) technology. Analysts highlight the company's AI-powered ad engine, Axon 2.0, as a key driver of growth, enabling more effective ad targeting and optimization. As mobile gaming and app usage continue to rise, AppLovin is well-positioned to capture a larger share of the $15 billion ad spending within mobile games.