Financial Performance - Revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2022, was RMB 490,468,000, a decrease of 47.8% compared to RMB 939,319,000 for the same period in 2021[4] - Gross profit for the same period was RMB 29,851,000, down 74.3% from RMB 116,124,000 in 2021[4] - The company reported a net loss of RMB 37,773,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2022, compared to a profit of RMB 32,121,000 in the previous year[4] - The basic loss per share for the period was RMB (0.029), compared to earnings per share of RMB 0.025 in the previous year[4] - The company recorded a pre-tax loss of RMB 35,041,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2022, compared to a profit of RMB 31,290,000 in the same period of 2021[15] - The company recorded an unaudited loss attributable to owners of the company of approximately RMB 37.77 million for the first half of 2022, compared to a profit of RMB 32.12 million in the same period of 2021[95] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets as of June 30, 2022, were RMB 3,826,354,000, a decrease from RMB 3,964,825,000 as of December 31, 2021[6] - Current liabilities decreased to RMB 1,913,822,000 from RMB 1,974,757,000 in the previous year[9] - The total liabilities, including trade and other payables, decreased from RMB 751,485,000 as of December 31, 2021, to RMB 657,042,000 as of June 30, 2022, a reduction of approximately 12.5%[64] - The group’s total liabilities to equity ratio decreased to approximately 1.18 as of June 30, 2022, down from 1.21 as of December 31, 2021, primarily due to a reduction in payables[99] Cash Flow and Investments - The company’s cash and cash equivalents increased to RMB 81,204,000 from RMB 12,853,000 as of December 31, 2021[6] - Net cash generated from operating activities for the six months ended June 30, 2022, was RMB 5,904,000, significantly down from RMB 641,425,000 in the previous year[15] - Net cash from investing activities for the six months ended June 30, 2022, was RMB 76,811,000, a decrease of 61.1% compared to RMB 197,621,000 in the same period of 2021[15] - The company’s net cash used in financing activities for the six months ended June 30, 2022, was RMB 14,364,000, a significant improvement compared to RMB 410,453,000 in the previous year[24] Inventory and Receivables - Inventory as of June 30, 2022, was RMB 492,405,000, an increase from RMB 471,886,000 in the previous year[6] - Trade receivables amounted to RMB 101,855,000, a decrease from RMB 150,557,000 as of December 31, 2021, indicating a decline of approximately 32.3%[61] - The expected credit loss recognized for trade receivables was RMB 363,952,000 as of June 30, 2022, compared to RMB 363,876,000 as of December 31, 2021, showing a slight increase[59] Revenue by Segment - The gasoline engine segment generated revenue of RMB 128,652 thousand, down 60.2% from RMB 322,999 thousand in the previous year[36] - The diesel engine and engine parts segment reported revenue of RMB 41,125 thousand and RMB 320,691 thousand respectively, compared to RMB 23,255 thousand and RMB 593,065 thousand in the prior year, indicating a significant decline[36] - The company's segment revenue from engine business dropped by approximately 50.97%, from RMB 346.25 million in the first half of 2021 to RMB 169.78 million in the first half of 2022[91] Operational Changes - The group recorded a decrease in sales primarily due to a significant drop in traditional gasoline engine sales, attributed to a core customer undergoing restructuring[110] - The group anticipates that the reduction in vehicle purchase tax for cars priced below RMB 300,000 will benefit over 10 million vehicles, potentially increasing sales by 1.5 million units[109] - The company aims to continue exploring new business opportunities with major clients such as BMW, Ideal Auto, and SAIC Maxus[113] Corporate Governance - The company has adopted the corporate governance code and has complied with all relevant provisions during the reporting period[133] - The audit committee, including independent non-executive directors, reviewed the interim financial statements for the six months ending June 30, 2022[136] - Major shareholders include Huachen Investment, Huachen China, and others, each holding approximately 31.20% of the company's shares as of June 30, 2022[120]

Financial Performance - The company's revenue for the year ended December 31, 2021, was RMB 1,462,777,000, a decrease of 14.5% compared to RMB 1,711,955,000 in 2020[20] - The net loss attributable to shareholders for the year was RMB 392,934,000, compared to a loss of RMB 808,370,000 in the previous year, indicating an improvement[20] - The company reported non-current assets of RMB 2,896,847,000 and current assets of RMB 1,067,978,000 as of December 31, 2021[20] - The total equity attributable to shareholders decreased to RMB 1,790,616,000 from RMB 2,183,550,000 in 2020[20] - The company’s basic and diluted loss per share for the year was RMB (0.306), an improvement from RMB (0.631) in 2020[20] - The total liabilities decreased, with current liabilities at RMB (1,974,757,000) and non-current liabilities at RMB (199,452,000)[20] - The gross profit margin decreased from approximately 7.18% in 2020 to about 5.23% in 2021, primarily due to a reduction in engine selling prices and unchanged fixed costs[39] - The impairment loss decreased from approximately RMB 714.84 million in 2020 to about RMB 298.88 million in 2021, mainly due to a reduction in trade-related receivables impairment based on an independent valuation[39] - Sales and distribution expenses decreased by approximately 45.83% from about RMB 32.10 million in 2020 to approximately RMB 17.39 million in 2021, representing about 1.87% and 1.19% of revenue for the respective years[39] - Administrative expenses increased by approximately 39.75% from about RMB 142.49 million in 2020 to approximately RMB 199.13 million in 2021, accounting for about 8.32% and 13.61% of revenue for the respective years[39] - The company recorded a loss before tax of approximately RMB 796.70 million in 2020, which improved to a loss of about RMB 399.66 million in 2021[43] - As of December 31, 2021, the total assets amounted to approximately RMB 3.96483 billion, down from RMB 5.00675 billion as of December 31, 2020[45] - The debt-to-equity ratio as of December 31, 2021, was approximately 1.21, down from 1.29 as of December 31, 2020, indicating a decrease in borrowings and payables[49] Market and Industry Trends - The company formed a joint venture with a leading NEV manufacturer, aiming to enter the NEV market, which is supported by government subsidies and favorable policies[26] - The NEV sales in China increased by 157.5% year-on-year to 3.52 million units, representing approximately 13.3% of total vehicle sales in 2021[24] - The company expects NEV sales to reach 20% of total vehicle sales by 2025 and over 50% by 2035, reflecting strong growth potential in the NEV market[25] - The overall automotive market in China is expected to rebound, driven by trends in electrification, digitalization, and smart connectivity[33] - The Chinese automotive market grew by approximately 3.8% in 2021, with a projected increase of about 5% in 2022[78] - The competitive landscape in the engine manufacturing sector is intensifying due to new emission and fuel consumption regulations, necessitating rapid technological advancements[80] Product Development and Innovation - The company has developed NEV-compatible CE engines, with industrial production planned to start in 2022[28] - The company has signed contracts with multiple customers for the development of hybrid engines, expecting industrial production to commence in the second half of 2022[29] - The company aims to enhance market share and expand product offerings through technological improvements and the development of high-performance engines[78] - The company is actively involved in the development of new technologies and products to stay competitive in the market[58] - The company has a strong focus on technological innovation and has held various leadership positions in related industries[58] Strategic Initiatives and Partnerships - The company aims to explore potential acquisition opportunities and assess the possibility of forming joint ventures to expand its product portfolio and strengthen core competitiveness[34] - The company is expanding its market presence through strategic appointments and partnerships in the automotive sector[60] - The company emphasizes strategic partnerships with key customers to develop products that meet market demands and trends, aiming to expand market share and mitigate risks from potential declines in major customer businesses[86] - The company has formed long-term relationships with several top-tier international suppliers, ensuring compliance with legal requirements through contracts and continuous assessments of supplier capabilities[87] Governance and Management - The company has established a robust governance structure with experienced board members to guide its strategic initiatives[61][63] - The company has appointed independent non-executive directors with extensive backgrounds in finance and law, enhancing governance and compliance[61][63] - The company has a structured governance framework in place, adhering to the corporate governance code as per the listing rules[106] - The company has established internal control procedures that are deemed sufficient and effective by the independent non-executive directors[161] - The company emphasizes high standards of corporate governance to meet business needs and shareholder expectations[171] - The roles of the chairman and the CEO are clearly separated, with Mr. Wu Xiaoan serving as chairman and Mr. Wang Yunxian as CEO[181] Related Party Transactions - A related party transaction occurred in the fiscal year ending December 31, 2021, involving a loan of RMB 500 million from Huachen BMW, with an annual interest rate of 4.6%[139] - The company has confirmed that all related party transactions comply with the disclosure requirements under the listing rules[139] - The independent non-executive directors confirmed that the ongoing related party transactions are fair and reasonable, aligning with the overall interests of the company and its shareholders[161] - The company has established a compliance agreement with Huachen BMW regarding the sale and supply of engine parts and related services[158] Employee and Talent Management - The company has established a comprehensive training system and campus recruitment to build a talent pipeline and ensure sustainable development[85] - The company conducts annual employee satisfaction surveys to gather feedback for improving work efficiency and creating a harmonious work environment[85] - The company has established a four-tier employee career development pathway focusing on management, technical, professional, and skilled roles to enhance innovation capabilities[85] Financial Risks and Compliance - The company faces significant financial risks, including currency risk from USD-denominated loans, which may impact financial performance[77] - The company continues to monitor foreign exchange risks and may consider hedging strategies as necessary[77] - The company has complied with all relevant environmental regulations and has established necessary environmental protection facilities[82] - The company has a strong commitment to environmental protection and compliance with national laws and regulations, ensuring minimal impact on the environment[82]

Financial Performance - Revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2021, was RMB 939.319 million, a significant increase from RMB 741.953 million in the same period of 2020, representing a growth of approximately 26.5%[3] - Gross profit for the same period was RMB 116.124 million, compared to RMB 46.346 million in 2020, indicating a gross margin improvement from 6.3% to 2.4%[3] - The company reported a profit before tax of RMB 31.290 million, a turnaround from a loss of RMB 78.074 million in the previous year[3] - Net profit for the period was RMB 32.121 million, compared to a loss of RMB 78.615 million in the prior year, marking a substantial recovery[4] - The company reported a total comprehensive income of RMB 32.121 million, a significant improvement from a total comprehensive loss of RMB 78.897 million in the prior year[4] - The basic earnings per share for the period was RMB 0.025, compared to a loss per share of RMB 0.061 in the previous year[4] - The company reported a pre-tax profit of RMB 31,290,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2021, recovering from a loss of RMB 78,074,000 in the same period of 2020[15] - The company reported total unaudited revenue of approximately RMB 939.32 million for the first half of 2021, an increase of about 26.6% compared to RMB 741.95 million in the same period last year[86] - The unaudited pre-tax profit for the first half of 2021 was approximately RMB 31.29 million, compared to an unaudited pre-tax loss of approximately RMB 78.07 million in the first half of 2020[90] - The group recorded an unaudited net profit attributable to equity shareholders of approximately RMB 32.12 million in the first half of 2021, compared to a net loss of approximately RMB 78.62 million in the same period of 2020[90] Cash Flow and Liquidity - Current liabilities decreased to RMB 2.386 billion from RMB 2.470 billion, improving the company's liquidity position[9] - The company’s cash and cash equivalents increased significantly to RMB 483.878 million from RMB 55.285 million, enhancing its financial flexibility[6] - The operating cash flow before changes in working capital for the six months ended June 30, 2021, was RMB 208,257,000, a significant increase from RMB 101,653,000 in the same period of 2020, representing a growth of approximately 104.5%[15] - The net cash generated from operating activities for the six months ended June 30, 2021, was RMB 641,425,000, compared to RMB 146,338,000 in the previous year, indicating a substantial increase of about 338.5%[15] - The cash flow from investing activities showed a net inflow of RMB 197,621,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2021, contrasting with a net outflow of RMB 235,491,000 in the same period of 2020[17] - The financing activities resulted in a net cash outflow of RMB 410,453,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2021, compared to a net inflow of RMB 54,727,000 in the previous year[17] - The company’s net current liabilities as of June 30, 2021, were approximately RMB 512,503,000, indicating a need for ongoing liquidity management[19] - The company is actively implementing measures to improve cash flow and manage production costs to meet sales forecasts and enhance operational efficiency[20] Revenue Breakdown - The revenue from gasoline engines was RMB 322,999,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2021, compared to RMB 260,111,000 in the same period of 2020, reflecting a growth of about 24.2%[28] - The revenue from diesel engines decreased to RMB 23,255,000 in the first half of 2021 from RMB 92,736,000 in the same period of 2020, indicating a decline of approximately 74.9%[28] - The revenue from engine components increased significantly to RMB 593,065,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2021, up from RMB 389,106,000 in the same period of 2020, marking a growth of around 52.5%[28] - The revenue from the engine business segment fell by approximately 1.9%, from RMB 352.85 million in the first half of 2020 to RMB 346.25 million in the first half of 2021[86] - Revenue from the engine components and services segment increased by approximately 52.4%, from RMB 389.11 million in the first half of 2020 to RMB 593.07 million in the first half of 2021[86] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets as of June 30, 2021, were RMB 4.913 billion, slightly down from RMB 5.007 billion at the end of 2020[6] - The total amount of trade payables and notes payable was RMB 878,127 thousand as of June 30, 2021, down from RMB 904,214 thousand as of December 31, 2020, indicating a decrease of approximately 2.9%[58] - The company reported a significant increase in trade payables, which rose to RMB 496,914 thousand as of June 30, 2021, compared to RMB 470,170 thousand as of December 31, 2020[58] - The company’s lease liabilities as of June 30, 2021, were RMB 2,233 thousand, down from RMB 5,231 thousand as of December 31, 2020[70] - The present value of lease liabilities decreased from RMB 5,100 thousand as of December 31, 2020, to RMB 2,191 thousand as of June 30, 2021[70] Employee and Operational Costs - Total employee costs increased to RMB 70,684,000 from RMB 57,617,000, representing a rise of 22.6%[33] - The company recorded a significant increase in sales, primarily driven by a substantial rise in sales of engine components, particularly crankshafts[102] - The group employed approximately 1,147 employees as of June 30, 2021, with employee costs for the first half of 2021 amounting to approximately RMB 70.68 million, compared to approximately RMB 57.62 million in the same period of 2020[99] Corporate Governance and Shareholder Information - The board of directors did not recommend any interim dividend for the six months ended June 30, 2021[107] - Major shareholders hold approximately 31.20% of the company's shares, with significant stakes held by Huachen Investment and related entities[113] - As of June 30, 2021, the company had a total of 1,282,211,794 shares issued[121] - The company has adopted the corporate governance code and has complied with all its provisions during the reporting period[128] - The audit committee has reviewed the accounting principles and practices used by the group for the six months ended June 30, 2021[130] - The board of directors consists of two executive directors and four independent non-executive directors as of the report date[131] Future Outlook and Strategic Initiatives - The company plans to continue expanding its market presence and investing in new technologies to drive future growth[4] - The company has developed a NEV-compatible CE engine, expected to begin industrial production in the first half of 2022, to adapt to the changing automotive market in China[102] - The company is exploring new business opportunities with BMW Group, Brilliance BMW, and other major clients in the future[106]

POWER XINCHEN 新 를 ত্রি 力 XINCHEN CHINA POWER HOLDINGS LIMITED 新晨中國動力控股有限公司 ( 於開曼群島註冊成立之有限公司） 股份代號：1148 年 報 2020 目錄 目錄 公司資料 2 財務摘要 3 主席致辭 4 管理層討論及分析 7 董事、高級管理層及公司秘書 10 董事會報告 14 企業管治報告 32 環境、社會及管治報告 49 獨立核數師報告 64 綜合損益及其他全面收益表 69 綜合財務狀況表 70 綜合權益變動表 72 綜合現金流量表 73 綜合財務報表附註 75 1 公司資料 公司資料 | --- | --- | |--------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------| | 董事會 | 核數師 | | 吳小安先生 （主席） | 致同（香港）會計師事務所有限公司 | | 王運先先生 （行政總裁） | 香港 | | 馬妮娜女士 # | 灣仔 | | 楊明先生 # | 軒尼詩道 28 號 | | 池國華先生 * | 12 樓 | ...

Financial Performance - For the six months ended June 30, 2020, the company reported revenue of RMB 741,953,000, a decrease of 35.7% compared to RMB 1,154,612,000 for the same period in 2019[2]. - Gross profit for the same period was RMB 46,346,000, down 69.9% from RMB 153,561,000 year-over-year[2]. - The company incurred a loss before tax of RMB 78,074,000, compared to a profit of RMB 39,383,000 in the previous year[2]. - The total comprehensive loss for the period was RMB 78,897,000, compared to a comprehensive income of RMB 30,444,000 in the prior year[3]. - The company reported a net loss attributable to shareholders of RMB 78,615,000 for the period ending June 30, 2020, compared to a profit of RMB 31,928,000 in 2019[33]. - The unaudited net loss attributable to the owners of the company for the first half of 2020 was approximately RMB 78.62 million, compared to a net profit of approximately RMB 31.93 million for the same period in 2019[95]. Revenue Breakdown - The company's revenue from gasoline engines decreased to RMB 260,111 thousand, down 54.4% from RMB 570,653 thousand in the previous year[24]. - Diesel engine revenue also saw a decline, totaling RMB 92,736 thousand, a decrease of 60.4% from RMB 234,064 thousand in 2019[24]. - Revenue from engine components increased to RMB 389,106 thousand, up 11.2% from RMB 349,895 thousand in the prior year[24]. - The revenue from the engine business segment dropped by approximately 56.2% from RMB 804.72 million in the first half of 2019 to RMB 352.85 million in the first half of 2020[91]. - The revenue from the engine parts segment increased by approximately 11.2% from RMB 349.90 million in the first half of 2019 to RMB 389.11 million in the first half of 2020[92]. Cash Flow and Investments - For the six months ended June 30, 2020, the company reported a net cash inflow from operating activities of RMB 146,338 thousand, compared to a net outflow of RMB 48,154 thousand in the same period of 2019[15]. - The company experienced a significant increase in cash outflow from investing activities, totaling RMB 235,491 thousand, compared to a cash inflow of RMB 189,587 thousand in the same period last year[17]. - Financing activities resulted in a net cash inflow of RMB 54,727 thousand, a recovery from a net outflow of RMB 207,757 thousand in the previous year[17]. - Cash and cash equivalents decreased by RMB 34,426 thousand, ending at RMB 63,762 thousand as of June 30, 2020, compared to RMB 157,626 thousand in the previous year[17]. Assets and Liabilities - Non-current assets as of June 30, 2020, amounted to RMB 3,285,069,000, a slight decrease from RMB 3,375,609,000 at the end of 2019[6]. - Current liabilities increased to RMB 1,259,098,000 from RMB 1,008,088,000 year-over-year, indicating a rise of 25%[9]. - The company's total assets were reported at RMB 6,037,651,000, a marginal increase from RMB 6,025,680,000 at the end of 2019[8]. - Trade and other payables totaled RMB 958,002,000 as of June 30, 2020, compared to RMB 934,303,000 as of December 31, 2019[61]. - The debt-to-equity ratio increased to approximately 1.07 from 1.01, and the asset-liability ratio rose to 57.7% from 53.0%, primarily due to increased bank borrowings and a decrease in total equity[99]. Operational Adjustments - The company plans to focus on expanding its market presence and enhancing its product offerings in the upcoming quarters[2]. - The company made significant adjustments in working capital, with trade and other receivables increasing by RMB 215,231 thousand compared to a decrease of RMB 46,726 thousand in the prior year[15]. - The company has made adjustments based on past credit loss experiences and current economic conditions for the expected credit loss assessment[52]. Employee and Administrative Costs - Total employee costs decreased to RMB 57,617,000 in 2020 from RMB 85,137,000 in 2019, a reduction of 32.3%[30]. - The unaudited administrative expenses decreased by approximately 10.8% from RMB 61.68 million in the first half of 2019 to RMB 54.99 million in the first half of 2020[95]. Shareholder and Governance Information - The company did not declare any dividends for the periods ending June 30, 2020, and June 30, 2019[33]. - The company’s major shareholders include Huachen Investment, Xin Hua Investment, and Sichuan Yibin Push Group, each holding 31.20%[119]. - The company has adhered to all provisions of the Corporate Governance Code as of June 30, 2020[136]. - The audit committee reviewed the accounting principles and practices adopted by the group, discussing matters related to auditing, internal controls, and financial reporting for the six months ending June 30, 2020[138]. Future Outlook - The group anticipates that automotive sales in the second half of 2020 may reach levels comparable to the previous year, driven by pent-up demand and government stimulus measures[107]. - The group plans to continue exploring new business opportunities with BMW and other strategic partners in the future[112].

POWER XINCHEN 新 动 XINCHEN CHINA POWER HOLDINGS LIMITED 新晨中國動力控股有限公司 (於開曼群島註冊成立之有限公司) 股份代號：1148 目錄 目錄 公司資料 2 財務摘要 3 主席致辭 4 管理層討論及分析 8 董事、高級管理層及公司秘書 11 董事會報告 15 企業管治報告 33 環境、社會及管治報告 50 獨立核數師報告 61 綜合損益及其他全面收益表 65 綜合財務狀況表 66 綜合權益變動表 68 綜合現金流量表 69 綜合財務報表附註 71 1 公司資料 公司資料 | --- | --- | |--------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------| | 董事會 | 核數師 | | 吳小安先生 （主席） | 致同（香港）會計師事務所有限公司 | | 王運先先生 （行政總裁） | 香港 | | 劉同富先生 # | 灣仔 | | 楊明先生 # | 軒尼詩道 28 號 | | 池國華先生 * | 12 樓 | | 王隽先生 * ...

Financial Performance - For the six months ended June 30, 2019, the company reported revenue of RMB 1,154,612,000, a decrease of 26% compared to RMB 1,559,485,000 for the same period in 2018[2]. - Gross profit for the same period was RMB 153,561,000, down from RMB 201,838,000, reflecting a decline of approximately 24%[2]. - The net profit for the period was RMB 31,928,000, a decrease of 44.6% compared to RMB 57,620,000 in the previous year[2]. - Total comprehensive income for the period amounted to RMB 30,444,000, down from RMB 57,703,000, indicating a decline of about 47.3%[2]. - The company reported a basic earnings per share of RMB 0.025, down from RMB 0.045 in the previous year, a decrease of 44.4%[2]. - The company reported a pre-tax profit of RMB 39,383,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2019, a decrease of 48.8% from RMB 76,972,000 in the same period of 2018[14]. - The unaudited net income attributable to the company's owners was approximately RMB 31.93 million for the first half of 2019, a decrease of about 44.6% from RMB 57.62 million in the same period last year[116]. Revenue Breakdown - Gasoline engine revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2019, was RMB 570,653,000, a decrease of 40.5% compared to RMB 959,332,000 for the same period in 2018[34]. - Diesel engine revenue for the same period was RMB 234,064,000, down 23% from RMB 304,107,000 in 2018[34]. - Engine parts and service revenue increased to RMB 349,895,000, up 18.4% from RMB 296,046,000 in the previous year[34]. - The revenue from the engine business segment decreased by approximately 36.3%, from RMB 1.26344 billion in the first half of 2018 to RMB 804.72 million in the first half of 2019[110]. - The revenue from engine parts and services increased by approximately 18.2%, from RMB 296.05 million in the first half of 2018 to RMB 349.90 million in the first half of 2019[111]. Assets and Liabilities - The company's total assets as of June 30, 2019, were RMB 6,423,553,000, compared to RMB 7,175,874,000 at the end of 2018, representing a decrease of approximately 10.5%[5]. - Current liabilities decreased to RMB 2,421,586,000 from RMB 2,867,946,000, a reduction of about 15.5%[7]. - The company's cash and cash equivalents were RMB 157,626,000, down from RMB 223,950,000, reflecting a decline of approximately 29.6%[5]. - The total amount of trade receivables and notes receivable was RMB 403,259,000 as of June 30, 2019, compared to RMB 393,663,000 as of December 31, 2018[52]. - The balance of trade payables and notes payable totaled RMB 1,093,320,000, with trade payables alone amounting to RMB 713,412,000 as of June 30, 2019[66]. Cash Flow - The company's operating cash flow before working capital changes for the six months ended June 30, 2019, was RMB 234,143,000, a decrease of 10.7% compared to RMB 262,402,000 in the same period of 2018[14]. - The net cash used in operating activities for the six months ended June 30, 2019, was RMB 48,154,000, compared to a net cash inflow of RMB 644,258,000 in the same period of 2018, indicating a significant decline[14]. - The cash flow from investing activities showed a net inflow of RMB 189,587,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2019, compared to a net outflow of RMB 593,529,000 in the same period of 2018[16]. - The financing activities resulted in a net cash outflow of RMB 207,757,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2019, compared to a net inflow of RMB 1,430,000 in the same period of 2018[16]. Shareholder Information - Major shareholders include Huachen Investment Holding Co., Ltd. and Xin Hua Investment Holding Co., Ltd., each holding 400,000,000 shares, representing approximately 31.20% of the issued share capital as of June 30, 2019[137][142]. - The total number of issued shares as of June 30, 2019, is 1,282,211,794 shares, which serves as the basis for calculating the percentage holdings[145]. - Wu Xiaoan holds 8,320,041 shares (0.65%) and has trustee and controlled corporation interests in 33,993,385 shares (2.65%) of the company[143]. - Wang Yunxian holds 6,471,143 shares (0.50%) and also has trustee and controlled corporation interests in 33,993,385 shares (2.65%) of the company[144]. Employee and Operational Metrics - The company employed approximately 1,603 staff as of June 30, 2019, down from 2,042 staff a year earlier, with employee costs for the six months amounting to RMB 85.14 million[126]. - Engine sales volume decreased by approximately 38.7%, from about 118,500 units in the first half of 2018 to approximately 72,600 units in the first half of 2019[110]. - The Bx8 engine crankshaft production line saw continuous sales growth in the first half of 2019 compared to the same period in 2018[129]. Compliance and Governance - The company has adopted the corporate governance code as per the listing rules and has complied with all provisions during the six months ending June 30, 2019[153]. - All directors confirmed adherence to the standard code for securities trading during the same period[154]. - The audit committee, including independent non-executive directors, reviewed the accounting principles and discussed financial reporting matters for the six months ending June 30, 2019[155].

Financial Performance - The company's revenue for the year ended December 31, 2018, was RMB 3,050,522 thousand, an increase from RMB 2,956,662 thousand in 2017, representing a growth of approximately 3.5%[22] - The profit attributable to shareholders for the year was RMB 11,086 thousand, a significant decrease from RMB 128,093 thousand in 2017, reflecting a decline of about 91.4%[22] - The company reported a basic and diluted earnings per share of RMB 0.008, down from RMB 0.100 in the previous year, indicating a decrease of 92%[22] - The company recorded total sales of approximately RMB 3.05052 billion in 2018, an increase of about 3.2% compared to RMB 2.95666 billion in 2017, driven by increased sales of the Prince engine and Bx8 crankshafts[30][36] - The company’s net profit attributable to shareholders was approximately RMB 10.72 million in 2018, a decrease of about 91.6% from RMB 128.09 million in 2017[30][41] - The gross profit margin slightly decreased from approximately 11.5% in 2017 to about 11.0% in 2018, despite an increase in gasoline engine profit margins[37] - The company’s financing costs rose by approximately 8.7% to about RMB 73.97 million in 2018, primarily due to increased bank borrowings for asset acquisitions[38] - Other income decreased by approximately 13.5% from RMB 61.56 million in 2017 to RMB 53.22 million in 2018, mainly due to reduced rental income[37] Assets and Liabilities - Non-current assets stood at RMB 3,367,309 thousand, a slight decrease from RMB 3,476,892 thousand in 2017[22] - As of December 31, 2018, the group's cash and cash equivalents were approximately RMB 223.95 million, a decrease from RMB 352.47 million as of December 31, 2017[42] - The total assets of the group as of December 31, 2018, were approximately RMB 7.17587 billion, an increase from RMB 7.06765 billion as of December 31, 2017[43] - The group's total liabilities amounted to approximately RMB 4.19016 billion as of December 31, 2018, compared to RMB 4.07525 billion as of December 31, 2017[43] - The debt-to-equity ratio increased to approximately 1.41 as of December 31, 2018, up from 1.36 as of December 31, 2017, primarily due to increased bank borrowings[47] - The asset-liability ratio was approximately 65.3% as of December 31, 2018, compared to 60.8% as of December 31, 2017, driven by increased bank borrowings for property acquisitions[47] Market and Product Development - The company launched a 1,600cc Prince engine for industrial production, supplying several clients including Brilliance's Zhonghua V7 SUV and Dongfeng Liuzhou's T5 SUV[28] - The company is preparing for the industrial production of an 1,800cc Prince engine for several clients, including Qoros Automotive, aiming to expand its customer base[28] - The company aims to expand its market share in the new energy vehicle sector, which is expected to grow significantly in the future[26] - The company is collaborating with BMW to enhance the specifications of the Prince engine, aiming to meet the upcoming "National VIa Emission Standards" by July 2020[28] - The company aims to enhance market share and expand its product portfolio through technological improvements and the development of high-performance engines to meet existing customer demands[77] Employee and Management - The group employed approximately 1,862 employees as of December 31, 2018, down from approximately 2,070 employees as of December 31, 2017[50] - The company has over 34 years of expertise in automotive technology, with key personnel holding significant academic and industry positions[63] - The management team has extensive experience in the automotive industry, with backgrounds in product development, safety management, and market expansion[65][67][68] - The financial director has over 18 years of experience in the automotive sector and has participated in multiple new plant setups and corporate mergers[68] - The company emphasizes the importance of financial management and capital market relations, with senior executives having substantial experience in these areas[69] Governance and Compliance - The company has established corporate governance practices to meet the requirements of the corporate governance code as per the Listing Rules[185] - The board of directors is responsible for managing the company’s business and affairs, aiming to enhance shareholder value[188] - The board of directors held four regular meetings in 2018, with an attendance rate of 100% for all directors[192] - The company has eight board members, including two executive directors, two non-executive directors, and four independent non-executive directors[196] - All independent non-executive directors meet the independence standards set by the listing rules, with one member having over 16 years of experience in finance and internal control[199] Related Party Transactions - The actual monetary value of related party transactions for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2018, was reported as follows: RMB 552,097,000 for sales of engines and parts to Huachen China and its subsidiaries[142] - The procurement framework agreement with Huachen China allows for the purchase of various engine components, with a transaction cap of RMB 61,650,000 for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2018[145] - The company engaged in multiple related party transactions, complying with the listing rules, with a total of RMB 145,932,000 for procurement of engine parts from Wuliangye and its subsidiaries[142] - The company confirmed full compliance with the non-competition agreements as of December 31, 2018, by its controlling shareholders and Huachen[140] - The independent non-executive directors confirmed that the internal control procedures established by the company are adequate and effective, ensuring that the related party transactions are fair and reasonable[175] Future Outlook - The company anticipates that the sales volume of the automotive industry in China will remain similar to 2018 levels due to trade war uncertainties and economic slowdown[26] - Future outlook remains positive, with management expressing confidence in achieving long-term growth targets despite market challenges[58] - The company is actively seeking potential acquisition opportunities and evaluating the possibility of forming joint ventures to expand its product portfolio and enhance core competitiveness[31]