Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue reached RMB 218,955 million, representing a year-on-year increase of 18.9%[25]. - Profit attributable to equity holders was RMB 8,067 million, with a year-on-year growth of 63.3%[25]. - Net cash flow from operating activities was RMB 48,531 million, up 43.6% compared to the previous year[25]. - After-tax profit amounted to RMB 14,060 million, reflecting a significant increase of 92.1% year-on-year[25]. Company Overview - As of December 31, 2018, the total assets of China National Building Material Group exceeded RMB 430 billion, with a total issued share capital of 8,434,770,662 shares[12]. - The total number of employees exceeds 150,000, indicating a substantial workforce supporting its operations[12]. - The company has seven A-share listed subsidiaries, enhancing its market presence and operational capacity[12]. - The company is the largest cement producer globally, the largest ready-mixed concrete producer, and the largest gypsum board producer[12]. Strategic Vision and Development - The company aims to establish a three-pillar development structure focusing on cement, new materials, and engineering services, striving to become a world-class comprehensive building materials group[12]. - The company is committed to value creation and shareholder returns as part of its strategic vision[12]. - The company plans to continue expanding its market presence and exploring new technologies in the building materials sector[12]. - The company is committed to technological innovation and has increased R&D investment in new materials to promote business transformation[22]. Sustainability and Environmental Practices - The company has made significant advancements in green development and sustainable practices, aligning with global environmental standards[12]. - The company is committed to green operations and has implemented various environmental protection measures[27]. - The company strictly adheres to national environmental laws and has developed internal management systems for pollution prevention[28]. - The company has implemented a complete system for environmental impact assessment and mitigation plans for new projects[17]. Employee Welfare and Safety - The company emphasizes employee well-being, providing various benefits and training programs to enhance team cohesion[62]. - The company has implemented a comprehensive occupational health and safety management system, with no significant violations reported during the reporting period[64]. - The employee turnover rate is 7.0%, with a breakdown of 4.1% in mainland China and 6.4% in overseas regions[70]. - The average training hours for employee career development is 40 hours, with a training participation rate of 34%[71]. Community Engagement and Social Responsibility - In 2018, the group donated over 37.15 million RMB for poverty alleviation, focusing on infrastructure, disaster management, and healthcare[90]. - The group has established a comprehensive emergency mechanism to support disaster relief and public safety initiatives in local communities[90]. - The company focuses on community investment through understanding local needs and ensuring business activities consider community interests[96]. Research and Development - The company has a strong focus on research and development to innovate new products and improve existing technologies[12]. - The group has developed 6,331 valid patents, representing a year-on-year increase of 3.5% compared to 2017, with 1,243 of these being invention patents[85]. Compliance and Governance - The company reported no incidents related to bribery, extortion, fraud, or money laundering during the reporting period[25]. - The company has established a comprehensive anti-corruption system to enhance internal governance and compliance[24]. - The group has zero cases of intellectual property infringement and customer privacy breaches reported in the current period, maintaining compliance with relevant laws[85]. Environmental Impact and Resource Management - The company achieved a total of 8.519 billion kWh of waste heat power generation, equivalent to a reduction of 1.047 million tons of standard coal and a decrease of 2.7431 million tons of CO2 emissions, resulting in an economic benefit of approximately 3.546 billion RMB[48]. - The total solid waste disposal reached 98,602,313 tons, an increase of 26.3% compared to 2017[56]. - The total water intake was 153,868,717 tons, a decrease of 6.3% compared to 2017[56]. - The recycling water utilization rate was 85%, with cement packaging bag usage at 2,083,801,489 units, a decrease of 14.6% compared to 2017[56].

Financial Performance - Total revenue for 2018 reached RMB 218,955 million, an increase of 18.9% compared to RMB 184,121 million in 2017[4] - Net profit attributable to equity holders was RMB 8,067 million, reflecting a significant growth of 63.3% from RMB 4,939 million in the previous year[4] - The company reported a revenue of RMB 100 billion for the fiscal year 2018, representing a year-on-year growth of 15%[28] - The company reported a net profit margin of 12% for the fiscal year 2018, an increase from 10% in the previous year[28] - Gross profit for 2018 was RMB 65,087,624 thousand, up 34.0% from RMB 48,557,999 thousand in 2017[47] - The profit attributable to equity holders was RMB 8,067 million, showing a significant increase of 63.3% compared to the previous year[70] Revenue Segments - Engineering services revenue grew by 9.1% to RMB 34,143 million, compared to RMB 31,306 million in 2017[4] - Revenue from the cement segment increased by RMB 30,772.9 million, contributing significantly to overall revenue growth[89] - The new materials segment's revenue grew by RMB 2,656.3 million, reflecting strong market demand[89] - The engineering services segment's revenue rose by RMB 2,392.8 million, indicating successful project execution[89] Market and Product Development - The company aims to expand its market presence in Southeast Asia, targeting a 25% market share by 2025[7] - New product launches are expected to contribute an additional 5 billion RMB in revenue, with a focus on sustainable materials[7] - Research and development investments increased by 30%, focusing on innovative construction materials and technologies[7] - The company is exploring potential acquisitions to enhance its product portfolio, with a budget of 2 billion RMB allocated for this purpose[7] Operational Efficiency - A new digital management system is being implemented to improve operational efficiency, projected to reduce costs by 10%[7] - The company aims to enhance its supply chain resilience, with a target of reducing lead times by 15%[7] - The company has implemented a new cost-reduction strategy projected to save RMB 1 billion annually[32] Production and Sales - The average selling price of cement clinker increased by 25.0% to RMB 318.4 per ton, compared to RMB 254.7 per ton in 2017[4] - The sales volume of cement clinker decreased by 2.1% to 368,983 thousand tons, down from 376,789 thousand tons in 2017[4] - The sales volume of glass fiber yarn increased by 11.0% to 2,181 thousand tons, up from 1,964 thousand tons in 2017[4] - The total cement sales volume in the Central Cement segment was 20,579 thousand tons in 2018, down from 22,464 thousand tons in 2017, indicating a decline of about 8.4%[54] Financial Position - The company reported a cash and bank balance of RMB 20,898 million, a decrease of 10.6% from RMB 23,374 million in 2017[3] - Total assets decreased by 3.9% to RMB 436,648 million, down from RMB 454,158 million in 2017[3] - The company’s equity attributable to equity holders increased by 12.3% to RMB 72,211 million, compared to RMB 64,274 million in 2017[3] - The net debt ratio improved to 130.6% in 2018 from 149.0% in 2017, indicating better financial health[48][49] Corporate Governance - The company adhered to the Corporate Governance Code as per the Listing Rules from January 1 to December 31, 2018, ensuring compliance and risk management[132] - The Board of Directors held 9 meetings in 2018 to discuss overall strategies and major investment decisions, with all directors participating[134] - The company has established an independent director system, with five independent non-executive directors meeting the minimum requirements of the Listing Rules[138] - The audit committee consists of three independent non-executive directors, ensuring compliance with the listing rules[150] Environmental and Social Responsibility - The group consumed over 79.25 million tons of industrial waste as raw materials, promoting a circular economy[165] - The group donated over RMB 37.15 million in 2018, focusing on infrastructure, disaster management, and education support[168] - The group actively responded to climate change and overcapacity issues through the "Blue Sky Action," promoting green low-carbon development[165] - The group has established a comprehensive environmental, safety, and health management system to optimize risk prevention processes[164] Shareholder Information - The proposed final dividend for the period from January 1, 2018, to December 31, 2018, is RMB 1,518,258,719.16, which is an increase from RMB 843,477,066.20 in 2017[170] - The dividend per share is set at RMB 0.180, compared to RMB 0.100 per share in 2017, based on 8,434,770,662 shares issued as of March 22, 2019[170] - The final dividend distribution is subject to approval at the annual general meeting on May 24, 2019[170] - The company emphasizes the importance of shareholders consulting tax advisors regarding tax implications related to holding and disposing of H-shares[173]