Financial Performance - For the six months ended June 30, 2023, the revenue was approximately RMB 20,829.9 million, a decrease of about 7.5% compared to the same period in 2022[2]. - The profit attributable to shareholders for the same period was approximately RMB 715.7 million, representing a decrease of about 58.8% year-on-year[2]. - Basic earnings per share for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was RMB 16.2 cents, down approximately 58.7% from the previous year[2]. - The gross profit for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was RMB 1,492.973 million, down from RMB 3,013.121 million in the same period last year[4]. - Operating profit for the period was RMB 818.058 million, significantly lower than RMB 2,204.302 million in the previous year[4]. - The total comprehensive income for the period was RMB 855.764 million, down from RMB 1,766.719 million in the same period last year[5]. - The company reported a pre-tax profit of RMB 373,402 thousand for the six months ended June 30, 2023, compared to RMB 2,086,433 thousand for the same period in 2022[20][26]. - Net profit for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was RMB 710.9 million, a decrease of RMB 1,025.1 million or 59.0% compared to RMB 1,736.0 million for the same period in 2022[86]. Dividends and Shareholder Returns - The board declared an interim dividend of RMB 4.90 cents per share, compared to RMB 12.30 cents per share for the same period in 2022, with a total dividend amounting to RMB 216.8 million[2]. - The interim dividend for the year ended December 31, 2022, was RMB 0.09 per share, totaling RMB 39,817,000, a decrease from RMB 279,153,000 in 2022[28]. - The board declared an interim dividend of RMB 4.90 per share, totaling RMB 216,783,000, which is not less than 30% of the company's net profit attributable to shareholders[52]. Assets and Liabilities - Total assets less current liabilities as of June 30, 2023, amounted to RMB 25,285.822 million, compared to RMB 21,055.545 million at the end of 2022[6]. - Non-current assets, including property, plant, and equipment, increased to RMB 27,314.492 million from RMB 22,168.357 million at the end of 2022[6]. - Non-current liabilities increased to RMB 10,825,833,000 as of June 30, 2023, up from RMB 8,460,516,000 at December 31, 2022, representing a growth of approximately 16.1%[7]. - Total liabilities rose to RMB 38,360,007 thousand as of June 30, 2023, compared to RMB 33,507,595 thousand as of December 31, 2022[22]. - The company's current assets stood at RMB 2,251,251,000 as of June 30, 2023, compared to RMB 1,023,563,000 at the end of 2022, marking a substantial increase[39]. - The company's total liabilities as of June 30, 2023, were RMB 9,230,653,000, slightly down from RMB 9,463,968,000 at the end of 2022, indicating a reduction in overall liabilities[41]. Cash Flow and Financing - The group reported a net cash inflow of RMB 500,000,000 from a third-party investment during the interim period, enhancing its financial position[8]. - Net cash generated from operating activities was approximately RMB 1,803.7 million for the six months ended June 30, 2023, an increase of approximately RMB 89.8 million compared to the same period in 2022[90]. - Total borrowings increased by approximately RMB 3.9 billion or 19.3% from RMB 202.3 billion as of December 31, 2022, to approximately RMB 241.0 billion as of June 30, 2023, primarily due to an increase in other loans[93]. - The company received bank loans totaling approximately RMB 10,765,760,000 during the reporting period, compared to RMB 10,671,872,000 for the same period last year, showing a slight increase[43]. Revenue Segmentation - Revenue from the coke and coking products segment fell by RMB 1,667.4 million or 18.0% to RMB 7,595.3 million, primarily due to a decrease in average selling price from RMB 3,218.7 per ton to RMB 2,369.4 per ton, despite an increase in sales volume by 367,500 tons[70][71]. - Revenue from fine chemicals increased by RMB 1,390.8 million or 19.2% to RMB 8,636.7 million, driven by an increase in sales volume of caprolactam from 194,900 tons to 335,300 tons and an increase in average selling price from RMB 10,011.6 per ton to RMB 10,302.1 per ton[71]. - Operating management revenue surged by RMB 421.8 million or 848.7% to RMB 471.5 million, mainly due to the addition of two new hydrogenation management services, contributing RMB 455.2 million to revenue[71]. Market Position and Strategy - The company holds the position of the largest independent producer and supplier of coke globally, and the largest producer of industrial naphthalene in China[50]. - The company is currently in the sixth five-year plan (2021-2025) and aims to increase annual coke production to 30 million tons or more by the end of this plan[52]. - The group has established three joint ventures in Indonesia, expanding its geographical footprint beyond China, and is actively seeking more opportunities in the Asia-Pacific region[58]. - The group is committed to supporting China's "carbon peak and carbon neutrality" policies by tracking carbon emissions and implementing energy-saving measures[60]. Governance and Compliance - The group has maintained compliance with all corporate governance codes except for the separation of the roles of Chairman and CEO[100]. - The company has established an audit committee consisting of three independent non-executive directors to oversee financial reporting and risk management[106]. - The interim results for the six months ending June 30, 2023, have not been audited but have been reviewed by the company's auditors according to international standards[107].

Production Capacity and Market Share - In 2022, the Group maintained a global coke production market share of 1.6% and 2.2% of China's total output[11]. - The Group signed four new operation management services projects with an annual production capacity of 1,000,000 tons of coke and coking chemicals, 300,000 tons of coal tar, and 100,000 tons of hydrogenated benzene in Shandong Province[11]. - The Group expanded its coke capacity by constructing new coking facilities of 3,000,000 tons per annum in Huhhot, Inner Mongolia[11]. - In 2022, the company maintained a global market share of 1.6% in coke production, down from 1.7% in 2021, and accounted for 2.2% of China's total production, down from 2.4% in 2021[13]. - The company’s production facility in Inner Mongolia is expected to expand coke production capacity by building a new facility with an annual capacity of 3,000,000 tons[13]. - The Group's annual coke production/processing volume was approximately 10.6 million tons in 2022, a decrease from approximately 11.0 million tons in 2021[126]. - The Group's gross annual coke production capacity in Indonesia will be 13.4 million tons, with an equity capacity attributable to the Group of 4.36 million tons per annum[122]. - The company is recognized for its commitment to environmental protection and safety, with several production bases approved as Grade-A enterprises in environmental performance[17]. Financial Performance - The Board recommends a final dividend of RMB 39.8 million for 2022, with a total dividend of RMB 584.1 million, representing no less than 30% of the net annual distributable profits of approximately RMB 1.9 billion[21]. - The total assets of the company as of December 31, 2022, amounted to RMB 46.1 billion, with net assets of RMB 12.6 billion[115]. - The total liabilities of the company as of December 31, 2022, were RMB 33.5 billion, with current liabilities of RMB 25.0 billion[115]. - The basic earnings per share for 2022 were RMB 0.42, reflecting the company's profitability[114]. - The Group achieved a profit of RMB 1.9 billion in 2022 despite the impact of COVID-19[159]. - The Group's total revenue for the year ended December 31, 2022, was RMB 43,139,449, an increase from RMB 39,370,054 in 2021[176]. - Revenue for the year ended December 31, 2022 increased to RMB43,139.4 million compared to RMB39,370.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2021, representing an increase of 4.5%[180]. - Net profit for the year ended December 31, 2022 was RMB1,859.5 million, a decrease of RMB736.9 million or 28.4% compared to RMB2,596.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2021[192]. Revenue and Cost Analysis - Revenue from coke and coking chemicals manufacturing business increased by RMB467.6 million or 2.9% from RMB15,900.8 million to RMB16,368.4 million, primarily due to an increase in the average selling price of coke from RMB2,795.3 per tonne to RMB3,041.7 per tonne[180]. - Revenue from refined chemical manufacturing business increased by RMB1,911.5 million or 14.1% from RMB13,518.8 million to RMB15,430.3 million, driven by increased sales volume of benzene and ammonium sulfate[180]. - Cost of sales for the year ended December 31, 2022 increased to RMB38,864.1 million from RMB33,839.4 million, reflecting a rise of 14.9%[182]. - Cost of sales from the coke and coking chemical manufacturing business increased by RMB1,693.2 million or 13.9% from RMB12,199.5 million to RMB13,892.7 million, primarily due to rising market prices for coking coal[182]. - The Group's total gross profit decreased by approximately RMB1,255.3 million or 22.7% from approximately RMB5,530.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2021 to approximately RMB4,275.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2022[184]. Strategic Initiatives and Future Plans - The company plans to expand its market share of key products through operational management and mergers and acquisitions in 2023[19]. - The company aims to enhance production lines for coke and refined chemicals while further developing new materials and new energy products such as caprolactam (CPL) and hydrogen-based products[19]. - The Group aims to maintain its leading position in the coke and refined chemicals industry and create significant value for shareholders[124]. - The Group plans to increase its market share from 1.6% to a high single-digit or even double-digit percentage in the independent coke producer and supplier industry in the next few years[161]. - The Group is actively participating in hydrogen industrialization plans in Hebei and Inner Mongolia, aiming to become a clean and low-carbon hydrogen energy supplier[128]. Operational Efficiency and Innovation - The company has completed over 60 digitalization projects with an investment of approximately RMB 970 million to enhance automation and information technologies[18]. - The company focuses on innovation in production and energy efficiency to improve manufacturing processes and reduce environmental impact[147]. - The Group established a centralized procurement center in December 2022, expected to reduce manufacturing costs by RMB 100 million per annum[158]. - The Group's overall automation rate is targeted to reach 98%, with coke and coking chemicals automation rate at 100%[155]. - The company utilizes advanced technologies such as big data and intelligent manufacturing in its operations to enhance efficiency[148].

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Financial Performance - For the year ended December 31, 2022, the revenue was RMB 43,139.4 million, an increase of 9.6% compared to 2021[2] - The profit attributable to shareholders for the year ended December 31, 2022, was RMB 1,855.1 million, a decrease of 29.0% from 2021[2] - Basic earnings per share for the year ended December 31, 2022, were RMB 0.42, down 31.1% from 2021[4] - Gross profit for the year ended December 31, 2022, was RMB 4,275.3 million, down from RMB 5,530.6 million in 2021[3] - Operating profit for the year ended December 31, 2022, was RMB 2,718.1 million, compared to RMB 3,540.8 million in 2021[3] - Total comprehensive income for the year ended December 31, 2022, was RMB 1,889.3 million, down from RMB 2,605.8 million in 2021[4] - The total profit before tax for the group was RMB 2,203,483,000, indicating a strong financial performance[24] - The company reported a pre-tax profit of RMB 2,203,483 thousand for 2022, down 31.1% from RMB 3,198,254 thousand in 2021[26] - Net profit for the year ended December 31, 2022, was RMB 1,859.5 million, a decrease of RMB 736.9 million or 28.4% compared to RMB 2,596.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2021[108] Dividends - The board proposed a final dividend of RMB 0.9 per share, totaling RMB 39,817,000, subject to shareholder approval[2] - The company declared a final dividend of RMB 0.9 per share for the year ended December 31, 2022, totaling RMB 39,817,000, subject to shareholder approval[35] - The final dividend distribution ratio is based on the 2022 operating performance, recent trends in China's economic development, and future development needs, with a minimum of 30% of the annual distributable profit for 2022[123] Assets and Liabilities - Non-current assets as of December 31, 2022, amounted to RMB 32,713.8 million, an increase from RMB 24,634.1 million in 2021[5] - Current liabilities as of December 31, 2022, were RMB 25,047.1 million, compared to RMB 16,840.5 million in 2021[6] - Total equity attributable to owners of the company as of December 31, 2022, was RMB 12,110.4 million, up from RMB 10,967.8 million in 2021[6] - The group’s total assets, including interests in joint ventures and associates, amounted to RMB 44,047,467,000, demonstrating a solid asset base[24] - The total liabilities reported were RMB 30,834,407,000, indicating a manageable debt level relative to assets[24] - Total bank and other loans reached RMB 20,228,673,000 as of December 31, 2022, compared to RMB 13,586,680,000 as of December 31, 2021, marking an increase of about 48.6%[54] Revenue Segments - The total revenue for the group reached RMB 45,136,474,000, with significant contributions from the coking and coking products segment at RMB 18,138,685,000 and fine chemical products at RMB 15,657,069,000[24] - Revenue from the coking and coking products segment increased by RMB 467.6 million or 2.9% to RMB 16,368.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2022[93] - Revenue from the fine chemicals segment rose by RMB 1,911.5 million or 14.1% to RMB 15,430.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2022[93] - The trading segment reported revenue of RMB 11,223,815,000, contributing to the overall performance of the group[24] - The operating management segment generated revenue of RMB 62,035,000, reflecting its role in providing management services to third-party factories[24] Cash Flow and Investments - Cash generated from operating activities decreased to approximately RMB 3,163.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2022, down from approximately RMB 4,205.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2021, mainly due to reduced profits[111] - Cash used in investing activities increased from approximately RMB 5,127.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2021, to approximately RMB 9,180.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2022, mainly due to payments for acquisitions and increased capital expenditures[112] Operational Highlights - The company reported a total production/processing volume of approximately 10.6 million tons of coke in 2022, a decrease from 11.0 million tons in 2021[66] - The annual production/processing volume of fine chemical products decreased from approximately 3.86 million tons in 2021 to about 3.64 million tons in 2022[66] - The company produced 384.2 thousand tons of caprolactam and 3.94 million cubic meters of hydrogen energy products in 2022[66] Corporate Governance - The company has established a high standard of corporate governance to enhance shareholder interests and ensure compliance with all mandatory provisions of the corporate governance code[118] - The audit committee reviewed the audited consolidated financial statements for the year ending December 31, 2022, ensuring compliance with accounting principles and internal controls[122] Future Outlook - The company anticipates a rebound in the Chinese economy and will continue to monitor the situation's impact on operations and production[89] - The company plans to continue expanding its market presence and enhancing its product offerings through ongoing research and development initiatives[24]

Financial Performance - Revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2022 was approximately RMB22,530.1 million, representing an increase of approximately 21.1% compared to the corresponding period in 2021[12]. - Profit attributable to owners of the Company for the six months ended June 30, 2022 was approximately RMB1,737.0 million, representing an increase of approximately 0.8% compared to the corresponding period in 2021[12]. - Basic earnings per share for the six months ended June 30, 2022 was RMB39.14 cents, representing a decrease of approximately 5.9% compared to the corresponding period in 2021[12]. - Total revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2022, increased to RMB22,530.1 million, up from RMB18,599.6 million for the same period in 2021, representing a growth of 10.4%[56]. - The Group recorded a net profit of RMB1,736.0 million for the six months ended June 30, 2022, representing an increase of RMB38.6 million or 2.3% compared to RMB1,697.4 million for the same period in 2021[76]. - Profit before taxation decreased by RMB17.4 million or 0.8% from RMB2,103.8 million for the six months ended June 30, 2021 to RMB2,086.4 million for the six months ended June 30, 2022[74]. - The Company reported finance costs of RMB 477,960 for the period, an increase from RMB 393,449 in the same period of 2021, representing a rise of about 21.5%[152]. - The gross profit margin decreased to 13.4% in 2022 from 17.3% in 2021, while the net profit margin fell to 7.7% from 9.1%[51]. Dividends and Shareholder Returns - The Directors declared interim dividends of RMB12.30 cents per share for the six months ended June 30, 2022, with a total dividend amount of RMB545,874,000[13]. - An interim dividend of RMB12.30 cents per share was declared, totaling RMB545,874,000 for the reporting period[19][22]. - The company recognized dividends for distribution totaling (279,153), reflecting shareholder returns[161]. Production Capacity and Expansion - The Group maintained its position as the world's largest independent producer and supplier of coke by volume in 2021 according to Frost & Sullivan[15]. - The Group is the world's largest independent producer and supplier of coke, and the largest producer of industrial-naphthalene-based phthalic anhydride and coke-oven-gas-based methanol in China as of 2021[16][17]. - As of January 1, 2022, the Group's annual production capacity of coke was approximately 11.05 million tons, with expansions in Huhhot and Sulawesi Production Bases ongoing[25]. - The trial run of the first phase of the coke production facility in Huhhot, with an annual capacity of 1,500,000 tons, was completed, and the remaining capacity is expected to be completed by Q1 2023[25]. - The Group aims to achieve an annual production capacity of 750,000 tons of caprolactam (CPL) by the end of 2022, positioning itself as one of the leading producers globally[26]. - The expansion plans in the Sulawesi Production Base are expected to be completed in different phases by mid-2023 and early 2024[25]. - The Group's annual coke production capacity was approximately 11.05 million tons as of January 1, 2022, with ongoing expansions in Hohhot and Sulawesi expected to complete by mid-2023 and early 2024 respectively[27]. - The Group's caprolactam production capacity is projected to reach 750,000 tons by the end of 2022, positioning it among the world's leading producers[27]. Financial Position and Liquidity - As of June 30, 2022, the Group's bank deposits and cash amounted to approximately RMB4.5 billion, an increase of 28% from RMB3.5 billion as of December 31, 2021[46]. - The Group's gearing ratio increased to 1.6x as of June 30, 2022, compared to 1.5x at the end of 2021[49]. - Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period were RMB2,125.9 million as of June 30, 2022, down from RMB3,950.1 million at the end of the same period in 2021[86]. - The Group's liquidity is primarily supported by cash flows from operating activities, bank loans, and proceeds from previous offerings[78]. - Total borrowings increased by approximately RMB6.4 billion, or 46.8%, to approximately RMB19.9 billion as of June 30, 2022, from RMB13.6 billion as of December 31, 2021, primarily due to an increase in bank loans[93][94]. Cost and Revenue Analysis - Cost of sales for the six months ended June 30, 2022, increased to RMB19,517.0 million, up from RMB15,387.8 million in 2021, reflecting a rise of 27.6%[61]. - Revenue from coke and coking chemicals manufacturing rose by RMB1,556.3 million or 20.2%, from RMB7,706.4 million in 2021 to RMB9,262.7 million in 2022, driven by an increase in average selling price from RMB2,342.1 per ton to RMB3,218.7 per ton[56]. - Revenue from refined chemical manufacturing increased by RMB1,142.4 million or 18.7%, from RMB6,103.5 million in 2021 to RMB7,245.9 million in 2022, due to higher average selling prices and sales volumes of key products[57]. - Cost of sales from coke and coking chemical manufacturing increased by RMB1,623.9 million or 29.5%, from RMB5,509.3 million in 2021 to RMB7,133.2 million in 2022, primarily due to rising market prices for coking coal[61]. - Cost of sales from refined chemical manufacturing rose by RMB1,299.2 million or 23.7%, from RMB5,471.1 million in 2021 to RMB6,770.3 million in 2022, driven by increased purchase prices of raw materials[61]. Strategic Initiatives and Partnerships - The Group entered into a new operation management agreement for integrated sales and marketing services with an independent third party in Henan Province during the reporting period[20][23]. - The Group's growth strategy includes the provision of operation management services and the formation and acquisition of entities in both China and overseas[18]. - The Group expanded its geographical layout to Indonesia by establishing three joint ventures, with production expected to commence gradually from mid-2023[32]. - On March 24, 2022, the company entered into a partnership agreement to establish Wuhu Changyu Investment Centre, focusing on investment activities in the coal industry, including equity investment, debt investment, mergers and acquisitions, and restructuring[103]. - An investment agreement was signed on July 27, 2022, for an additional capital injection of RMB600 million to Hebei Risun Energy, enhancing strategic cooperation and competitiveness[105][106]. Environmental Commitment - The Group is committed to carbon neutrality, implementing measures to reduce carbon emissions and promote green practices in the coke and chemical industry[35]. - The Group is actively participating in hydrogen industrialization plans in various cities, aiming to become a clean and low-carbon hydrogen energy supplier[44]. Employee and Governance - As of June 30, 2022, the company had 7,644 full-time employees, an increase from 6,972 employees as of June 30, 2021[116]. - The remuneration policy for employees is based on merit, qualifications, and competence, with directors' emoluments set by the Remuneration Committee[116]. - The company has complied with the Corporate Governance Code throughout the reporting period, except for the separation of the roles of chairman and CEO[134]. - Mr. Yang Xuegang serves as both chairman and CEO, overseeing overall management and business development since the company's establishment in 1995[135].

Business Segments and Performance - Risun's core business segment is coke and coking chemicals, which has supported the company's rapid development for 27 years since its founding[11]. - The company operates in multiple segments including refined chemicals, operation management services, trading, and hydrogen products, creating synergies across its business[9]. - The coke and coking chemicals business has shown consistent operational data over the past three years, indicating stability and growth potential[11]. - Risun Group's coke production volume in 2021 was approximately 1,105,000 tonnes, generating revenue of RMB 159.01 million, with a gross profit of RMB 37.01 million, maintaining a market share of 2.4% in China[13]. - The refined chemicals business produced 386,000 tonnes in 2021, with revenue of RMB 125.79 million and a gross profit of RMB 12.10 million, reflecting a year-on-year revenue growth of 115.2%[16]. - The trading business saw significant growth, with a business volume of 1,122,000 tonnes in 2021, resulting in revenue of RMB 96.89 million and a gross profit of RMB 5.81 million, marking a year-on-year revenue increase of 109.58%[21]. - The hydrogen products business achieved external sales of 1,960,000 cubic metres in 2021, generating revenue of RMB 0.21 million and a gross profit of RMB 0.03 million[23]. - In 2021, Risun Group's total operating volume reached 2,852,000 tonnes, with revenue of RMB 384.30 million and a net profit attributable to the parent of RMB 26.13 million, reflecting a year-on-year revenue growth of 94.24%[26]. - The completion of the acquisition of the Shandong project in January 2021 contributed significantly to the revenue increase, as it was consolidated into the coke and refined chemicals business segments[27]. Market Position and Opportunities - China's overall coke production capacity is approximately 540 million tonnes, with the industry operating at 86% capacity, indicating a significant opportunity for industry consolidation[28]. - The market share of Risun Group in the coking industry is only 2.4%, indicating significant room for growth through industry consolidation[30]. - There is a significant opportunity for upgrading and integrating 24% of the coking capacity in China to more advanced and environmentally friendly facilities[30]. - The chemicals industry in China comprises over 1,200 product types, indicating vast potential for Risun to improve its scale, product variety, and profitability[34]. - The Group aims to enhance its market share in coke and refined chemicals through operational management, mergers and acquisitions, and joint ventures with well-known enterprises[174]. Financial Performance - Net profit attributable to the parent company reached RMB 2,613 million in 2021, reflecting a 58.08% increase over 2020[117]. - The company's market capitalization as of December 31, 2021, was HK$21.0 billion, an increase of 87.51% from its listing capitalization of HK$11.2 billion in March 2019[117]. - Total revenue for the year ended December 31, 2021, increased to RMB 38,430.4 million, up 94.4% from RMB 19,784.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2020[188]. - Revenue from coke and coking chemicals manufacturing increased by RMB 7,185.2 million or 82.4%, reaching RMB 15,900.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2021, primarily due to an increase in the average selling price of coke from RMB 1,698.3 per tonne to RMB 2,795.3 per tonne[188]. - Gross profit for the year ended December 31, 2021, increased by approximately RMB 2,306.8 million or 71.6%, reaching approximately RMB 5,530.2 million[190]. - The Group's net profit has increased for three consecutive years, rising from RMB 1.4 billion in 2019 to RMB 2.6 billion in 2021[177]. Strategic Initiatives and Growth Plans - The company aims to achieve better performance by reflecting on its past year's highs and lows and focusing on future growth strategies[8]. - The company has developed and implemented five-year and ten-year development plans to ensure a clear direction for future growth[78]. - The company is focusing on expanding its hydrogen products business and establishing hydrogen refueling stations to support rapid growth[105]. - The company aims to remain market-oriented, focusing on customer satisfaction and continuous value creation[99]. - The company plans to increase production capacity with the Cangzhou Risun caprolactam phase two project expected to add 140,000 tonnes per year starting August 2022[102]. Environmental and Operational Standards - Risun's environmental protection standards are recognized as the highest in China, exceeding national standards, which has led to government recommendations for its operation management services[44]. - The coking and chemical industries face significant pressure regarding environmental protection and safety, requiring substantial capital investment and high technical standards[46]. - The Group's environmental measures include resource recovery and re-utilization during the coking process, minimizing negative environmental impacts[173]. - The company has reached the highest international and domestic standards in safety and environmental friendliness, contributing to its competitive advantage[84]. Employee and Organizational Development - As of December 31, 2021, Risun had a total of 7,678 employees, with 21.83% being vocational graduates, 24.04% undergraduates, and 3.20% postgraduates[49]. - The focus on continuous employee training has led to a well-qualified workforce, contributing to ongoing improvements in production quality[50]. - The company has established 17 professional technical committees to drive technological enhancement and R&D innovation[49]. Mergers, Acquisitions, and Joint Ventures - In 2019, Risun acquired 55% equity interest in the coking company of China Gas Group in Inner Mongolia, and in 2021, it acquired six companies under the former Shandong Hongye Group[56]. - The Group entered into three new operation management agreements and three joint venture agreements to expand its business presence in Shanxi Province, Jilin Province, and Sulawesi Province, Indonesia[153]. - The acquisition of Wuhu Shunri Xinze Equity Investment Partnership in January 2021 marked the first major acquisition since the Group's listing in March 2019[153]. Challenges and Market Dynamics - Market fluctuations and policy uncertainties have created operational pressures, affecting profitability across the chemical industry[51]. - The coke industry is undergoing supply-demand reform, which is expected to continue into 2022, aimed at eliminating high-polluting coke production capacity[175]. - Coking furnaces of 4.3 meters or below in China ceased operation since December 2020, impacting the overall coke supply dynamics[175].

Financial Performance - For the six months ended June 30, 2021, the revenue was approximately RMB 18,003.0 million, an increase of about 121.4% compared to the same period in 2020[19] - The profit attributable to shareholders for the same period was approximately RMB 1,690.6 million, representing an increase of about 381.7% year-on-year[19] - Basic earnings per share for the six months ended June 30, 2021, were RMB 40.79 cents, an increase of approximately 375.4% compared to the previous year[19] - Total revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2021, increased to RMB 18,003.0 million, up from RMB 8,133.1 million for the same period in 2020, representing a growth of 121.0%[42] - Gross profit increased by approximately RMB 2,079.3 million or 179.7% to approximately RMB 3,236.5 million, with gross margin rising from 14.2% to 18.0%[46] - Profit before tax increased by RMB 1,640.3 million or 380.6% to RMB 2,071.3 million for the six months ended June 30, 2021[60] - Net profit for the six months ended June 30, 2021, was RMB 1,664,893 thousand, up from RMB 345,746 thousand in 2020, reflecting an increase of 382.5%[107] - The company reported a profit of RMB 1,690,583,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2021, compared to a profit of RMB 350,981,000 in the same period of 2020, indicating a year-over-year increase of about 381.5%[111] Dividends and Shareholder Returns - The board declared an interim dividend of RMB 12.30 cents per share, totaling RMB 546,120,000, compared to RMB 2.58 cents per share in the same period last year[19] - The record date for the interim dividend is September 14, 2021, with payment expected on or before September 28, 2021[19] - The company declared a final dividend of RMB 0.105 per share for the year ended December 31, 2020, totaling RMB 466,200,000, compared to RMB 0.0382 per share in 2020[136] Operational Expansion and Strategy - The company remains the largest independent coke producer and supplier globally, with significant positions in various fine chemical product sectors[21] - The company plans to expand operations beyond China, actively exploring opportunities in Southeast Asia, including Sulawesi, Indonesia[21] - The company aims to maintain growth and expansion in 2021, responding to future challenges and creating more value for shareholders[21] - The company plans to increase coke production capacity at its joint venture in Hohhot, Inner Mongolia, to 3.6 million tons per year, with commercial production expected to start in the second half of 2022[33] - The company is expanding its fine chemical product facilities, including a 300,000-ton annual production of styrene that began in October 2020[33] - The company plans to actively participate in hydrogen industrialization projects in Inner Mongolia and Hebei, focusing on clean and low-carbon hydrogen energy supply[34] - The company plans to continue its market expansion and investment in new technologies to enhance its operational capabilities[114] Financial Position and Capital Structure - Cash and cash equivalents reached RMB 3,950.1 million as of June 30, 2021, compared to RMB 1,181.4 million at the end of 2020[28] - The total assets as of June 30, 2021, amounted to RMB 33,648,166 thousand, an increase from RMB 24,214,640 thousand as of December 31, 2020, representing a growth of 38.9%[108] - The company's net asset value increased to RMB 11,183,227 thousand from RMB 8,276,403 thousand, representing a growth of 35.5%[109] - The total liabilities increased to RMB 22,464,939,000 as of June 30, 2021, compared to RMB 15,938,237,000 at the end of 2020[128] - The company has unutilized bank financing available amounting to RMB 5,548,322,000 as of the report date, which supports its capital expenditure needs[116] Investments and Acquisitions - The company completed the acquisition of Wuhu Shunri Xinzhe Equity Investment Partnership, marking its first major transaction since its listing in March 2019[27] - The cash payment for the acquisition is subject to a 10% annual interest rate, payable quarterly[197] - The acquisition resulted in goodwill of RMB 120,627,000, attributed to control premium, unused tax losses, and deductible temporary differences[197] - The cash consideration paid for the acquisition was RMB 250,000,000, with a portion of this amount prepaid[198] - The acquisition is expected to enhance the group's overall business performance and market position[200] Revenue Breakdown - Revenue from coke and coking products increased by RMB 3,686.6 million or 91.7% to RMB 7,706.4 million, driven by an increase in average selling price from RMB 1,589.9 per ton to RMB 2,342.1 per ton[42] - Revenue from fine chemical products rose by RMB 2,578.0 million or 88.0% to RMB 5,506.8 million, attributed to the rebound in selling prices as COVID-19 was brought under control in China[42] - Revenue from trading business surged by RMB 3,709.3 million or 395.4% to RMB 4,647.4 million, mainly due to increased transaction volume with associates[44] Cost and Expenses - Selling and distribution expenses increased by RMB 90.1 million or 23.9% to RMB 466.6 million, mainly due to rising transportation and employee costs[54] - Management expenses surged by approximately RMB 266.8 million or 141.7% to approximately RMB 455.1 million, primarily due to increased employee costs[55] - Financing costs increased by RMB 114.9 million or 41.3% to RMB 393.4 million, mainly due to interest on unpaid consideration for the acquisition of Shunri Xinzhe[56] Employee and Management Information - As of June 30, 2021, the company had 6,972 full-time employees, an increase from 4,229 employees as of June 30, 2020[87] - Employee costs for the six months ended June 30, 2021, totaled RMB 658.0 million, compared to RMB 198.6 million for the same period in 2020[87] - The remuneration for key management personnel increased significantly to RMB 17,514,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2021, compared to RMB 6,350,000 for the same period in 2020, representing a rise of 176.5%[167] Corporate Governance - The company has adopted the corporate governance code and has complied with all applicable code provisions, except for the separation of the roles of Chairman and CEO[94][96] - The audit committee, consisting of three independent non-executive directors, reviewed the interim report for the six months ended June 30, 2021[100] Risk Management - The company is exploring measures to manage foreign exchange risks but does not anticipate any significant adverse impact on profitability from such risks[74]

Financial Performance - For the six months ended June 30, 2020, the revenue was RMB 8,133.1 million, a decrease of approximately 19.7% compared to the same period in 2019[15]. - The profit attributable to shareholders for the same period was RMB 351.0 million, down approximately 58.3% year-on-year[15]. - Basic earnings per share for the six months ended June 30, 2020, were RMB 8.58 cents, a decrease of about 61.2% compared to 2019[15]. - The total revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2020, decreased to RMB 8,133.1 million, down from RMB 10,123.8 million for the same period in 2019, representing a decline of approximately 19.6%[29]. - The group's gross profit decreased by approximately RMB 255.3 million or 18.1% to about RMB 1,157.2 million for the six months ended June 30, 2020, compared to RMB 1,412.5 million for the same period in 2019[33]. - The company reported a total comprehensive income of RMB 347,600 thousand for the period, down from RMB 869,237 thousand in 2019[91]. - Net profit for the six months ended June 30, 2020, was approximately RMB 345.7 million, a decrease of about 59.5% compared to RMB 853.5 million for the same period in 2019[45]. - The operating profit decreased to RMB 578,391 thousand, a decline of 44.7% from RMB 1,045,287 thousand in the previous year[90]. - The pre-tax profit for the six months ended June 30, 2020, was RMB 430,953,000 for the period[109]. Revenue Breakdown - Revenue from the coke and coking products segment fell by 13.3% to RMB 4,019.8 million, primarily due to a decrease in the average selling price of coke from RMB 1,762.0 per ton to RMB 1,589.9 per ton[29]. - Revenue from the fine chemical products segment decreased by 15.3% to RMB 2,928.8 million, impacted by the COVID-19 outbreak and a decline in international crude oil prices[29]. - The trading segment's revenue decreased by 36.9% to RMB 938.1 million, attributed to reduced overseas coal import transactions due to COVID-19[31]. - The sales of coke and coking products generated RMB 4,035,447,000, while fine chemical products contributed RMB 3,090,984,000[109]. Dividends and Shareholder Returns - The interim dividend declared was HKD 2.92 cents per share (equivalent to approximately RMB 2.58 cents), totaling HKD 119,428,000, compared to HKD 281,748,000 in 2019[15]. - The company declared a final dividend of RMB 3.82 cents per share for the year ended December 31, 2019, totaling RMB 156,238,000, which was paid in July 2020[123]. - The company paid dividends amounting to RMB (156,238,000) during the period, reflecting its commitment to returning value to shareholders[96]. Production and Capacity Expansion - The company expanded its annual production/processing capacity for coke and fine chemical products during the reporting period despite the impact of COVID-19 and falling international oil prices[17]. - A new production facility for high-purity hydrogen (purity ≥ 99.999%) began operations in July 2020, in collaboration with the Dingzhou municipal government[18]. - A new production facility for styrene with an annual capacity of 300,000 tons is expected to commence production by the end of 2020[18]. - The company began importing coke from Japanese producers in January 2020, marking a significant expansion in its international trade operations[18]. Financial Position and Liabilities - Total liabilities increased to RMB 13,397,979 thousand, compared to RMB 11,889,771 thousand at the end of 2019[94]. - Total borrowings increased by approximately RMB 1,383.6 million or 16.0% from RMB 8,659.6 million as of December 31, 2019, to RMB 10,043.2 million as of June 30, 2020, primarily due to an increase in bank loans[53]. - The total amount of bank loans with collateral decreased from RMB 3,146.8 million to RMB 2,854.4 million, while unsecured bank loans increased from RMB 2,981.5 million to RMB 4,170.8 million[52]. - The company has unutilized bank financing available amounting to RMB 9,148,173,000 as of June 30, 2020, indicating strong financial resources for capital expenditure needs[103]. Cash Flow and Investments - Cash generated from operating activities was approximately RMB 112.7 million, down from RMB 117.2 million in the previous year[48]. - Cash used in investing activities increased significantly to RMB 1,278.9 million from RMB 908.8 million, mainly due to increased investments in property, plant, and equipment[49]. - The company purchased property, plant, and equipment for approximately RMB 1,123 million during the first half of 2020, significantly higher than RMB 460 million in the same period of 2019[127]. - The company reported a net cash inflow from financing activities of RMB 1,035,448,000, compared to a net outflow of RMB (290,152,000) in the previous year[98]. Employee and Management Information - Employee costs totaled RMB 198.6 million for the six months ended June 30, 2020, compared to RMB 200.1 million for the same period in 2019[69]. - The company had 4,229 full-time employees as of June 30, 2020, an increase from 3,627 employees as of June 30, 2019[69]. - The group reported a decrease in key management personnel compensation to RMB 6,350,000 in the first half of 2020, down from RMB 8,375,000 in the same period last year[150]. Corporate Governance - The company has adopted all the code provisions of the Corporate Governance Code, except for A.2.1, which states that the roles of Chairman and CEO should be separate[77]. - The company has established an Audit Committee consisting of three independent non-executive directors, ensuring compliance with corporate governance standards[82]. - The company confirmed that all directors complied with the standard code for securities transactions during the reporting period[78]. Related Party Transactions - Related party transactions included purchases of goods from entities controlled by Mr. Yang Xuegang totaling RMB 346,810,000 in the first half of 2020, compared to RMB 392,000,000 in the previous year[151]. - Revenue from construction and other services controlled by Yang Xuegang increased significantly to RMB 170,874,000 in the first half of 2020, compared to RMB 10,209,000 in the same period of 2019, representing a growth of 1,572%[153]. - Trade receivables from related parties amounted to RMB 308,653,000 as of June 30, 2020, a significant increase from RMB 35,849,000 as of December 31, 2019, reflecting a growth of 760%[156].