Core Viewpoint - Huazhong Automotive (06830) reported a mid-year performance for 2025, showing significant growth in revenue and profit [1] Financial Performance - Revenue for the period was approximately 955 million, representing a year-on-year increase of about 23.3% [1] - Profit attributable to the parent company was approximately 25.89 million, reflecting a year-on-year increase of about 41.9% [1] - Basic earnings per share were approximately 1.46 cents [1]

[Financial Summary](index=1&type=section&id=%E8%B2%A1%E5%8B%99%E6%91%98%E8%A6%81) The Group's revenue and profit attributable to owners of the parent grew, while gross profit margin slightly declined | Indicator | H1 2025 (RMB'000) | H1 2024 (RMB'000) | YoY Change (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Revenue | 955,046 | 774,645 | 23.3% | | Profit attributable to owners of the parent | 25,891 | 18,240 | 41.9% | | Gross Profit Margin | 27.4% | 29.0% | -1.6 p.p. | | Basic earnings per share | RMB0.0146 | RMB0.0103 | 41.7% | - The Board of Directors resolved not to declare any interim dividend for the six months ended June 30, 2025 (H1 2024: Nil)[2](index=2&type=chunk) [Unaudited Interim Results](index=2&type=section&id=%E6%9C%AA%E7%B6%93%E5%AF%A9%E6%A0%B8%E4%B8%AD%E6%9C%9F%E6%A5%AD%E7%B8%BE) This section presents the unaudited condensed consolidated financial results for the six months ended June 30, 2025 - The unaudited condensed consolidated financial results of the Company and its subsidiaries (collectively, the "Group") for the six months ended June 30, 2025, together with the comparative figures for the six months ended June 30, 2024[3](index=3&type=chunk) [Interim Condensed Consolidated Statement of Profit or Loss](index=2&type=section&id=%E4%B8%AD%E6%9C%9F%E7%B0%A1%E6%98%8E%E7%B6%9C%E5%90%88%E6%90%8D%E7%9B%8A%E8%A1%A8) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, the Group's revenue grew significantly by 23.3% and profit attributable to owners of the parent increased by 41.9%, though gross margin slightly decreased | Indicator | H1 2025 (RMB'000) | H1 2024 (RMB'000) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Revenue | 955,046 | 774,645 | | Cost of sales | (693,747) | (549,856) | | Gross profit | 261,299 | 224,789 | | Other income and gains | 22,984 | 21,719 | | Selling and distribution expenses | (71,008) | (58,253) | | Administrative expenses | (182,366) | (165,089) | | Profit before tax | 29,479 | 25,895 | | Income tax expense | (5,436) | (4,891) | | Profit for the period | 24,043 | 21,004 | | Profit attributable to owners of the parent | 25,891 | 18,240 | | Profit attributable to non-controlling interests | (1,848) | 2,764 | | Basic earnings per share | RMB0.0146 | RMB0.0103 | [Interim Condensed Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income](index=4&type=section&id=%E4%B8%AD%E6%9C%9F%E7%B0%A1%E6%98%8E%E7%B6%9C%E5%90%88%E5%85%A8%E9%9D%A2%E6%94%B6%E5%85%A5%E8%A1%A8) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, the Group recorded a total comprehensive income of RMB17,542,000, mainly driven by profit for the period | Indicator | H1 2025 (RMB'000) | H1 2024 (RMB'000) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Profit for the period | 24,043 | 21,004 | | Exchange differences on translation of foreign operations | (145) | 2,892 | | Equity investments designated at FVOCI: Changes in fair value | (8,475) | (53,599) | | Income tax effect | 2,119 | 13,400 | | Other comprehensive loss for the period, net of tax | (6,501) | (37,307) | | Total comprehensive income/(loss) for the period | 17,542 | (16,303) | | Attributable to owners of the parent | 19,390 | (19,067) | | Attributable to non-controlling interests | (1,848) | 2,764 | [Interim Condensed Consolidated Statement of Financial Position](index=5&type=section&id=%E4%B8%AD%E6%9C%9F%E7%B0%A1%E6%98%8E%E7%B6%9C%E5%90%88%E8%B2%A1%E5%8B%99%E7%8B%80%E6%B3%81%E8%A1%A8) As of June 30, 2025, the Group's total non-current assets slightly increased, while a rise in both current assets and liabilities led to a significant drop in net current assets | Indicator | June 30, 2025 (RMB'000) | December 31, 2024 (RMB'000) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Total non-current assets | 1,769,714 | 1,760,651 | | Total current assets | 2,124,244 | 2,023,857 | | Total current liabilities | 2,066,529 | 1,815,563 | | Net current assets | 57,715 | 208,294 | | Total assets less current liabilities | 1,827,429 | 1,968,945 | | Total non-current liabilities | 288,834 | 403,715 | | Net assets | 1,538,595 | 1,565,230 | | Equity attributable to owners of the parent | 1,403,862 | 1,388,885 | | Non-controlling interests | 134,733 | 176,345 | | Total equity | 1,538,595 | 1,565,230 | [Notes to the Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Information](index=8&type=section&id=%E4%B8%AD%E6%9C%9F%E7%B0%A1%E6%98%8E%E7%B6%9C%E5%90%88%E8%B2%A1%E5%8B%99%E8%B3%87%E6%96%99%E9%99%84%E8%A8%BB) This section provides detailed notes on corporate information, basis of preparation, accounting policies, and segment data - This section details the notes to the Group's financial statements, including corporate information, accounting policies, segment information, revenue and expense components, dividend policy, earnings per share calculation, and major balance sheet item changes[13](index=13&type=chunk)[14](index=14&type=chunk)[15](index=15&type=chunk) [Corporate Information](index=8&type=section&id=%E5%85%AC%E5%8F%B8%E8%B3%87%E6%96%99) Huazhong In-Vehicle Holdings Company Limited was incorporated in the Cayman Islands in 2010 and listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in 2012 - The Company was incorporated in the Cayman Islands on December 3, 2010, and was listed on the Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited on January 12, 2012[13](index=13&type=chunk) - The Group is principally engaged in the manufacturing and sales of automotive interior and exterior structural and decorative parts, molds and tooling, air-conditioner housings and reservoirs, and other non-automotive products[13](index=13&type=chunk) [Basis of Preparation](index=8&type=section&id=%E7%B7%A8%E8%A3%BD%E5%9F%BA%E6%BA%96) The interim financial information is prepared in accordance with IAS 34 and should be read with the 2024 annual financial statements - The interim condensed consolidated financial information has been prepared in accordance with International Accounting Standard 34 Interim Financial Reporting[14](index=14&type=chunk) [Changes in Accounting Policies and Disclosures](index=8&type=section&id=%E6%9C%83%E8%A8%88%E6%94%BF%E7%AD%96%E5%8F%8A%E6%8A%AB%E9%9C%B2%E8%AE%8A%E6%9B%B4) Accounting policies are consistent with the previous year, except for the adoption of amended IFRSs, which had no material impact - The initial adoption of amendments to IAS 21, Lack of Exchangeability, had no impact on the interim condensed consolidated financial information as the currencies used by the Group are exchangeable[15](index=15&type=chunk)[16](index=16&type=chunk)[17](index=17&type=chunk) [Operating Segment Information](index=9&type=section&id=%E7%B6%93%E7%87%9F%E5%88%86%E9%83%A8%E8%B3%87%E6%96%99) The Group is managed as a single business unit, thus no segment analysis is presented, with Mainland China being the primary source of revenue and location of assets - The Group is organized as a single business unit, primarily engaged in the production and sale of automotive parts and other non-automotive products, therefore no segment analysis is presented[18](index=18&type=chunk) [Geographical Information](index=9&type=section&id=%E5%9C%B0%E5%8D%80%E8%B3%87%E6%96%99) **Revenue from External Customers (based on customer location):** | Region | H1 2025 (RMB'000) | H1 2024 (RMB'000) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Mainland China | 918,078 | 734,408 | | Overseas | 36,968 | 40,237 | | Total | 955,046 | 774,645 | **Non-current Assets (based on asset location):** | Region | June 30, 2025 (RMB'000) | December 31, 2024 (RMB'000) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Mainland China | 1,532,512 | 1,518,891 | | Overseas | 26,652 | 25,442 | | Total | 1,559,164 | 1,544,333 | [Revenue, Other Income and Gains](index=10&type=section&id=%E6%94%B6%E7%9B%8A%E3%80%81%E5%85%B6%E4%BB%96%E6%94%B6%E5%85%A5%E5%8F%8A%E6%94%B6%E7%9B%8A) The Group's revenue is mainly from customer contracts, with sales of plastic and automotive parts being the primary contributors **Disaggregation of Revenue from Contracts with Customers:** | Category | H1 2025 (RMB'000) | H1 2024 (RMB'000) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Sales of plastic parts and automotive parts | 867,017 | 678,160 | | Sales of molds and tooling | 88,029 | 96,485 | | **Total revenue from contracts with customers** | **955,046** | **774,645** | | **Geographical markets:** | | | | Mainland China | 918,078 | 734,408 | | Overseas | 36,968 | 40,237 | | **Total revenue from contracts with customers** | **955,046** | **774,645** | | **Timing of revenue recognition:** | | | | Goods transferred at a point in time | 955,046 | 774,645 | **Analysis of Other Income and Gains:** | Item | H1 2025 (RMB'000) | H1 2024 (RMB'000) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Rental income | 5,057 | 2,811 | | Government grants | 7,127 | 9,687 | | Management fee | 2,649 | 1,951 | | VAT incentives | 4,274 | 4,924 | | Gain on disposal of items of property, plant and equipment | 90 | 240 | | Gain on sales of scrap materials | 659 | 844 | | Exchange gains | 1,469 | 137 | | Others | 1,659 | 1,125 | | **Total** | **22,984** | **21,719** | [Profit Before Tax](index=12&type=section&id=%E9%99%A4%E7%A8%85%E5%89%8D%E6%BA%A2%E5%88%A9) The Group's profit before tax was affected by factors including inventory costs, depreciation, higher employee benefits, and reversal of financial asset impairments **Profit Before Tax is Arrived at After Charging/(Crediting):** | Item | H1 2025 (RMB'000) | H1 2024 (RMB'000) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Cost of inventories recognised | 693,747 | 549,856 | | Depreciation of property, plant and equipment | 61,829 | 55,456 | | Depreciation of right-of-use assets | 10,845 | 8,730 | | Depreciation of investment properties | 1,446 | 1,446 | | Amortisation of intangible assets | 299 | 744 | | Lease payments under short-term leases | 6,653 | 7,118 | | Employee benefit expense | 177,425 | 140,104 | | Net rental income | (5,057) | (2,811) | | Net exchange differences | (1,469) | (137) | | (Reversal of impairment)/impairment of financial assets | (1,389) | 883 | | Write-down of inventories to net realisable value | 3,488 | (1,148) | | Gain on disposal of items of property, plant and equipment | (90) | (240) | [Income Tax](index=13&type=section&id=%E6%89%80%E5%BE%97%E7%A8%85) The Group's income tax expense for the period totaled RMB5,436,000, an increase from the prior year's RMB4,891,000 **Components of Income Tax Expense:** | Item | H1 2025 (RMB'000) | H1 2024 (RMB'000) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Current income tax - charge for the period | 6,166 | 7,403 | | Deferred tax | (730) | (2,512) | | **Total tax charge for the period** | **5,436** | **4,891** | [Dividend](index=13&type=section&id=%E8%82%A1%E6%81%AF) The Board has resolved not to declare any interim dividend for the six months ended June 30, 2025, consistent with the prior year - The Board has resolved not to declare any interim dividend for the six months ended June 30, 2025 (H1 2024: Nil)[25](index=25&type=chunk) [Earnings Per Share Attributable to Ordinary Equity Holders of the Parent](index=13&type=section&id=%E6%AF%8D%E5%85%AC%E5%8F%B8%E6%99%AE%E9%80%9A%E8%82%A1%E8%82%A1%E6%AC%8A%E6%8C%81%E6%9C%89%E4%BA%BA%E6%87%89%E4%BD%94%E6%AF%8F%E8%82%A1%E7%9B%88%E5%88%A9) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, basic earnings per share attributable to owners of the parent was RMB0.0146 **Calculation of Basic and Diluted Earnings Per Share:** | Item | H1 2025 (RMB'000) | H1 2024 (RMB'000) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Profit attributable to owners of the parent for basic and diluted EPS | 25,891 | 18,240 | | Weighted average number of ordinary shares in issue during the period for basic EPS | 1,769,193,800 | 1,769,193,800 | - Basic earnings per share for the period was calculated based on the consolidated net profit attributable to owners of the parent and the weighted average number of 1,769,193,800 ordinary shares in issue[26](index=26&type=chunk) [Property, Plant and Equipment](index=14&type=section&id=%E7%89%A9%E6%A5%AD%E3%80%81%E5%BB%A0%E6%88%BF%E5%8F%8A%E8%A8%AD%E5%82%99) During the period, the Group purchased property, plant and equipment costing RMB85,377,000 and disposed of assets with a net book value of RMB6,744,000 - The Group purchased property, plant and equipment at a cost of **RMB85,377,000** (H1 2024: RMB101,639,000)[28](index=28&type=chunk) - Assets with a net book value of **RMB6,744,000** were disposed of, resulting in a net gain on disposal of RMB90,000[28](index=28&type=chunk) [Trade and Bills Receivables](index=15&type=section&id=%E8%B2%BF%E6%98%93%E6%87%89%E6%94%B6%E6%AC%BE%E9%A0%85%E5%8F%8A%E6%87%89%E6%94%B6%E7%A5%A8%E6%93%9A) As of June 30, 2025, the Group's net trade receivables remained stable, while bills receivable increased **Trade and Bills Receivables:** | Item | June 30, 2025 (RMB'000) | December 31, 2024 (RMB'000) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Trade receivables | 716,598 | 773,395 | | Bills receivable | 245,665 | 190,378 | | Impairment of trade receivables | (85,556) | (86,945) | | **Net carrying amount** | **876,707** | **876,828** | **Ageing Analysis of Trade Receivables (net of loss allowance):** | Ageing | June 30, 2025 (RMB'000) | December 31, 2024 (RMB'000) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Within 3 months | 556,549 | 642,655 | | 3 to 6 months | 47,097 | 29,688 | | 6 months to 1 year | 23,022 | 12,023 | | Over 1 year | 4,374 | 2,084 | | **Total** | **631,042** | **686,450** | [Trade and Bills Payables](index=16&type=section&id=%E8%B2%BF%E6%98%93%E6%87%89%E4%BB%98%E6%AC%BE%E9%A0%85%E5%8F%8A%E6%87%89%E4%BB%98%E7%A5%A8%E6%93%9A) As of June 30, 2025, the Group's total trade and bills payables increased, with payables within three months accounting for the largest portion **Ageing Analysis of Trade and Bills Payables (based on invoice date):** | Ageing | June 30, 2025 (RMB'000) | December 31, 2024 (RMB'000) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Within 3 months | 887,797 | 825,536 | | 3 to 12 months | 395,939 | 378,355 | | 1 to 2 years | 7,528 | 5,227 | | 2 to 3 years | 880 | 3,518 | | Over 3 years | 6,094 | 3,712 | - Certain bills payable were secured by the Group's pledged deposits with a carrying value of **RMB69,277,000** as at June 30, 2025 (December 31, 2024: RMB27,990,000)[32](index=32&type=chunk) [Events After the Reporting Period](index=16&type=section&id=%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9C%9F%E5%BE%8C%E4%BA%8B%E9%A0%85) The Group had no significant events after the reporting period as of June 30, 2025 - The Group had no significant events after June 30, 2025[33](index=33&type=chunk) [Approval of the Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Information](index=16&type=section&id=%E6%89%B9%E5%87%86%E4%B8%AD%E6%9C%9F%E7%B0%A1%E6%98%8E%E7%B6%9C%E5%90%88%E8%B2%A1%E5%8B%99%E8%B3%87%E6%96%99) The unaudited interim financial statements were approved and authorized for issue by the Board of Directors on August 29, 2025 - The unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements were approved and authorised for issue by the Board of Directors on August 29, 2025[34](index=34&type=chunk) [Management Discussion and Analysis](index=17&type=section&id=%E7%AE%A1%E7%90%86%E5%B1%A4%E8%A8%8E%E8%AB%96%E5%8F%8A%E5%88%86%E6%9E%90) This section reviews the Group's business, market performance, financial results, liquidity, and future outlook - This section reviews the Group's business and market performance, analyzes changes in financial indicators, and discusses liquidity, capital structure, major investments, employee policies, and future outlook[35](index=35&type=chunk)[63](index=63&type=chunk) [Business and Market Review](index=17&type=section&id=%E6%A5%AD%E5%8B%99%E5%8F%8A%E5%B8%82%E5%A0%B4%E5%9B%9E%E9%A1%A7) The Group's revenue for H1 2025 was approximately RMB955,046,000, a YoY increase of 23.3%, while profit attributable to owners of the parent grew by 41.9% - The Group is principally engaged in the manufacturing and sales of automotive interior and exterior structural and decorative parts, molds and tooling, air-conditioner housings and reservoirs, and other non-automotive products[35](index=35&type=chunk) | Indicator | H1 2025 (RMB'000) | H1 2024 (RMB'000) | YoY Change (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Revenue | 955,046 | 774,645 | 23.3% | | Profit attributable to owners of the parent | 25,891 | 18,240 | 41.9% | [Financial Review](index=17&type=section&id=%E8%B2%A1%E5%8B%99%E5%9B%9E%E9%A1%A7) This section analyzes changes in the Group's financial indicators, including revenue, gross margin, expenses, and financing costs - The Group's revenue is primarily derived from five product categories: automotive interior and exterior parts, molds and tooling, air-conditioner housings and reservoirs, non-automotive products, and sales of raw materials[36](index=36&type=chunk) [Revenue](index=17&type=section&id=%E6%94%B6%E7%9B%8A) **Revenue and Gross Profit Margin by Product Category:** | Product Category | H1 2025 Revenue (RMB'000) | H1 2025 Gross Margin (%) | H1 2024 Revenue (RMB'000) | H1 2024 Gross Margin (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Automotive interior and exterior structural and decorative parts | 735,473 | 29.4 | 543,222 | 32.2 | | Molds and tooling | 88,029 | 19.7 | 96,485 | 22.8 | | Air-conditioner housings and reservoirs | 59,780 | 21.4 | 78,729 | 20.4 | | Non-automotive products | 20,919 | 37.8 | 23,654 | 38.4 | | Sales of raw materials | 50,845 | 13.5 | 32,555 | 8.4 | | **Total** | **955,046** | **27.4** | **774,645** | **29.0** | - Revenue from automotive interior and exterior parts increased its share from 70.1% to **77.0%**, but its gross margin decreased by 2.8 percentage points[37](index=37&type=chunk) - Revenue from molds and tooling **decreased by 8.8%**, and its gross margin fell by 3.1 percentage points[38](index=38&type=chunk) - Revenue from air-conditioner housings and reservoirs **decreased by 24.0%**, while its gross margin increased by 1.0 percentage point[39](index=39&type=chunk) - Revenue from sales of raw materials **grew by 56.2%**, with its gross margin increasing by 5.1 percentage points[40](index=40&type=chunk) - The overall gross profit margin **decreased to approximately 27.4%** (H1 2024: 29.0%)[40](index=40&type=chunk) [Other Income and Gains](index=19&type=section&id=%E5%85%B6%E4%BB%96%E6%94%B6%E5%85%A5%E5%8F%8A%E6%94%B6%E7%9B%8A) | Indicator | H1 2025 (RMB'000) | H1 2024 (RMB'000) | YoY Change (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Other income and gains | 22,984 | 21,719 | 5.8% | [Selling and Distribution Expenses](index=20&type=section&id=%E9%8A%B7%E5%94%AE%E5%8F%8A%E5%88%86%E9%8A%B7%E9%96%8B%E6%94%AF) | Indicator | H1 2025 (RMB'000) | H1 2024 (RMB'000) | YoY Change (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Selling and distribution expenses | 71,008 | 58,253 | 21.9% | [Administrative Expenses](index=20&type=section&id=%E8%A1%8C%E6%94%BF%E9%96%8B%E6%94%AF) | Indicator | H1 2025 (RMB'000) | H1 2024 (RMB'000) | YoY Change (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Administrative expenses | 182,366 | 165,089 | 10.5% | - The increase in administrative expenses was mainly due to **higher research and development expenses** during the period[43](index=43&type=chunk) [Share of Profit of a Joint Venture](index=20&type=section&id=%E5%88%86%E4%BD%94%E4%B8%80%E9%96%93%E5%90%88%E7%87%9F%E4%BC%81%E6%A5%AD%E7%9A%84%E6%BA%A2%E5%88%A9) | Indicator | H1 2025 (RMB'000) | H1 2024 (RMB'000) | YoY Change (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Share of profit of a joint venture | 9,555 | 15,274 | -37.5% | [Finance Income](index=20&type=section&id=%E8%9E%8D%E8%B3%87%E6%94%B6%E5%85%A5) | Indicator | H1 2025 (RMB'000) | H1 2024 (RMB'000) | YoY Change (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Finance income | 1,069 | 1,578 | -32.3% | [Finance Costs](index=20&type=section&id=%E8%9E%8D%E8%B3%87%E6%88%E9%9B%86%E6%9C%AC) | Indicator | H1 2025 (RMB'000) | H1 2024 (RMB'000) | YoY Change (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Finance costs | 11,058 | 12,847 | -13.9% | - The decrease in finance costs was mainly due to **lower loan interest rates** during the six months ended June 30, 2025[46](index=46&type=chunk) [Tax Expenses](index=21&type=section&id=%E7%A8%85%E9%A0%85%E9%96%8B%E6%94%AF) | Indicator | H1 2025 (RMB'000) | H1 2024 (RMB'000) | YoY Change (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Tax expenses | 5,436 | 4,891 | 11.1% | - The increase in tax expenses was mainly due to a **smaller decrease in deferred income tax expense** in H1 2025 compared to H1 2024[47](index=47&type=chunk) [Liquidity and Financial Resources](index=21&type=section&id=%E6%B5%81%E5%8B%95%E8%B3%87%E9%87%91%E5%8F%8A%E8%B2%A1%E5%8B%99%E8%B3%87%E6%BA%90) The Group's net cash from operating activities decreased significantly, leading to a net cash outflow for the period **Cash Flow Summary:** | Item | H1 2025 (RMB'000) | H1 2024 (RMB'000) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net cash flows from operating activities | 29,384 | 130,412 | | Net cash used in investing activities | (75,481) | (86,771) | | Net cash flows from financing activities | 4,829 | 4,141 | | Net cash outflow/(inflow) for the period | (41,268) | 47,782 | **Cash and Cash Equivalents:** | Item | June 30, 2025 (RMB'000) | December 31, 2024 (RMB'000) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Cash and cash equivalents | 119,821 | 161,143 | **Interest-bearing Bank and Other Borrowings:** | Item | June 30, 2025 (RMB'000) | December 31, 2024 (RMB'000) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Total borrowings | 678,330 | 614,212 | | Due within one year | 434,070 | 256,041 | - The Group's borrowings are subject to interest payable at annual rates ranging from **2.06% to 4.55%**[49](index=49&type=chunk) [Capital Commitments](index=22&type=section&id=%E8%B3%87%E6%9C%AC%E6%89%BF%E6%93%94) As of June 30, 2025, the Group's capital commitments for the purchase of property, plant and equipment increased to approximately RMB142,462,000 | Item | June 30, 2025 (RMB'000) | December 31, 2024 (RMB'000) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Capital commitments (for purchase of property, plant and equipment) | 142,462 | 118,475 | [Foreign Exchange Risk](index=22&type=section&id=%E5%A4%96%E5%8C%AF%E9%A2%A8%E9%9A%AA) The Group's foreign exchange risk is not significant as most transactions are denominated in RMB and HKD, and no hedging policy is currently in place - The Group's sales and purchases are mainly denominated in RMB, cash and cash equivalents are mainly in RMB and HKD, and borrowings are in RMB[51](index=51&type=chunk) - As the Group's exposure to exchange rate fluctuations is not significant, **no foreign currency hedging policy is currently adopted**[51](index=51&type=chunk) - Management will closely monitor the Group's foreign exchange risk and consider hedging if it becomes significant[51](index=51&type=chunk) [Capital Structure](index=22&type=section&id=%E8%82%A1%E6%9C%AC%E6%9E%B6%E6%A7%8B) As of June 30, 2025, the total number of issued and fully paid-up ordinary shares of the Company was 1,769,193,800 | Item | June 30, 2025 (Shares) | | :--- | :--- | | Total issued and fully paid-up ordinary shares | 1,769,193,800 | [Contingent Liabilities](index=22&type=section&id=%E6%88%96%E7%84%B6%E8%B2%A0%E5%82%B5) As of June 30, 2025, the Group had no significant contingent liabilities - As at June 30, 2025, the Group had **no significant contingent liabilities** (December 31, 2024: Nil)[53](index=53&type=chunk) [Pledge of Assets](index=23&type=section&id=%E8%B3%87%E7%94%A2%E6%8A%B5%E6%8A%BC) As of June 30, 2025, assets of approximately RMB101,849,000 were pledged to secure certain interest-bearing bank and other borrowings **Carrying Value of Pledged Assets:** | Item | June 30, 2025 (RMB'000) | December 31, 2024 (RMB'000) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Property, plant and equipment | 33,628 | 34,624 | | Leasehold land | 38,221 | 38,794 | | Pledged deposits | 30,000 | 30,000 | | **Total** | **101,849** | **103,418** | [Gearing Ratio](index=23&type=section&id=%E8%B3%87%E6%9C%AC%E8%B2%A0%E5%82%B5%E6%AF%94%E7%8E%87) As of June 30, 2025, the Group's gearing ratio was approximately 60.5%, a slight increase from 58.8% at the end of 2024 | Indicator | June 30, 2025 | December 31, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Gearing ratio | 60.5% | 58.8% | - The gearing ratio is calculated as net debt divided by total capital (including equity attributable to owners of the parent) plus net debt at the end of the review period[55](index=55&type=chunk) [Significant Investments Held, Material Acquisitions and Disposals of Subsidiaries, Associates and Joint Ventures, and Future Plans for Material Investments or Capital Assets](index=24&type=section&id=%E6%8C%81%E6%9C%89%E7%9A%84%E9%87%8D%E5%A4%A7%E6%8A%95%E8%B3%87%E3%80%81%E9%87%8D%E5%A4%A7%E6%94%B6%E8%B3%BC%E5%8F%8A%E5%87%BA%E5%94%AE%E9%99%84%E5%B1%AC%E5%85%AC%E5%8F%B8%E3%80%81%E8%81%AF%E7%87%9F%E5%85%AC%E5%8F%B8%E5%8F%8A%E5%90%88%E7%87%9F%E4%BC%81%E6%A5%AD%E4%BB%A5%E5%8F%8A%E9%87%8D%E5%A4%A7%E6%8A%95%E8%B3%87%E6%88%96%E8%B3%87%E6%9C%AC%E8%B3%87%E7%94%A2%E7%9A%84%E6%9C%AA%E4%BE%86%E8%A8%88%E5%8A%83) A subsidiary acquired a 15% stake in Ningbo Donghua Lotte Automotive Decorative Fabric Co, Ltd, increasing its holding to 80% to enhance control - The Company's wholly-owned subsidiary acquired a **15% equity interest** in Ningbo Donghua Lotte Automotive Decorative Fabric Co, Ltd for a total consideration of EUR4,500,000 (approximately RMB34,290,000)[56](index=56&type=chunk) - Following the acquisition, the Group's shareholding in the target company **increased from 65% to 80%**, aiming to enhance control, improve decision-making, and reduce costs[57](index=57&type=chunk) - The Board and independent directors considered the transaction fair and reasonable, supporting the Group's core business of producing automotive parts in China[57](index=57&type=chunk) - As of the date of this announcement, the Board has **not authorized any plans for material investments** or additions of capital assets[59](index=59&type=chunk) [Employees and Remuneration Policy](index=25&type=section&id=%E5%83%B1%E5%93%A1%E5%8F%8A%E8%96%AA%E9%85%AC%E6%94%BF%E7%AD%96) As of June 30, 2025, the Group had 3,656 employees, with total staff costs increasing year-on-year | Item | June 30, 2025 | June 30, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Number of employees | 3,656 | 3,070 | | Total staff costs (RMB'000) | 177,425 | 140,104 | - The Group's remuneration policy complies with relevant legislation, market conditions, and employee performance, with a share option scheme to reward outstanding contributors[60](index=60&type=chunk) [Events After the Reporting Period](index=25&type=section&id=%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9C%9F%E5%BE%8C%E4%BA%8B%E9%A0%85) The Group had no significant events after the reporting period up to the date of this announcement - The Group had no significant events after June 30, 2025, and up to the date of this announcement[61](index=61&type=chunk) [Outlook](index=25&type=section&id=%E5%B1%95%E6%9C%9B) The Group will expand cooperation with automotive brands, develop lightweight products, and establish a new production facility in Mexico for global expansion - The China Association of Automobile Manufacturers expects total sales of new energy vehicles in China to reach **15.6 million units in 2025**, a year-on-year increase of about 28%[62](index=62&type=chunk) - The Group will continue to expand cooperation with traditional and new energy vehicle brands to develop lightweight new products using high-performance plastics to replace metal parts[63](index=63&type=chunk) - The Group will strengthen its presence in the new energy market, enhance connections with NEV brands, and seek to expand economies of scale[63](index=63&type=chunk) - The Group plans to **establish a new production facility in Mexico** to achieve global business development and secure orders from overseas manufacturers[63](index=63&type=chunk) - The Group will focus on optimizing its product portfolio, improving capacity utilization, and strengthening expense management to enhance profitability[63](index=63&type=chunk) [Forward-Looking Statements](index=26&type=section&id=%E5%89%8D%E7%9E%BB%E9%99%B3%E8%BF%B0%E8%81%B2%E6%98%8E) This analysis contains forward-looking statements involving known and unknown risks that may cause actual results to differ materially from expectations - Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results, performance, or events to differ materially from those expressed or implied in such statements[64](index=64&type=chunk)[65](index=65&type=chunk) [Corporate Governance Code](index=27&type=section&id=%E4%BC%81%E6%A5%AD%E7%AE%A1%E6%B2%BB%E5%AE%88%E5%89%87) This section details the company's compliance with the Corporate Governance Code, including deviations and committee reports - The Company has adopted the Corporate Governance Code and complied with all applicable code provisions during the reporting period, except for the deviation where the roles of Chairman and CEO are held by the same individual[66](index=66&type=chunk)[67](index=67&type=chunk) [Code Provision C.2.1](index=27&type=section&id=%E5%AE%88%E5%89%87%E6%A2%9D%E6%96%87%E7%AC%ACC.2.1%E6%A2%9D) The Company deviates from Code Provision C.2.1 as Mr Zhou Minfeng serves as both Chairman and CEO, an arrangement the Board believes is effective - Mr Zhou Minfeng currently serves as both the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Company, which deviates from Code Provision C.2.1 of the Corporate Governance Code[67](index=67&type=chunk) - The Board believes that the structure of having the same person as Chairman and CEO can effectively implement the Group's business strategies and operations[67](index=67&type=chunk) - The Board, comprising two executive directors, four non-executive directors, and four independent non-executive directors, possesses a balanced mix of skills and experience for the Group's development and will review this deviation from time to time[67](index=67&type=chunk) [Model Code for Securities Transactions by Directors of Listed Issuers](index=28&type=section&id=%E4%B8%8A%E5%B8%82%E7%99%BC%E8%A1%8C%E4%BA%BA%E8%91%A3%E4%BA%8B%E9%80%B2%E8%A1%8C%E8%AD%89%E5%88%B8%E4%BA%A4%E6%98%93%E7%9A%84%E6%A8%99%E6%BA%96%E5%AE%88%E5%89%87) The Company has adopted the Model Code for Securities Transactions by Directors and all directors have confirmed compliance during the period - The Company has adopted the Model Code for Securities Transactions by Directors as set out in Appendix C3 to the Listing Rules, and all directors have confirmed their compliance during the reporting period[68](index=68&type=chunk) [Purchase, Sale or Redemption of the Company's Listed Securities](index=28&type=section&id=%E8%B3%BC%E8%B2%B7%E3%80%81%E5%87%BA%E5%94%AE%E6%88%96%E8%B4%96%E5%9B%9E%E6%9C%AC%E5%85%AC%E5%8F%B8%E4%B8%8A%E5%B8%82%E8%AD%89%E5%88%B8) Neither the Company nor any of its subsidiaries purchased, sold, or redeemed any of the Company's listed securities during the period - Neither the Company nor any of its subsidiaries purchased, sold or redeemed any of the Company's listed securities during the six months ended June 30, 2025[69](index=69&type=chunk) [Interim Dividend](index=28&type=section&id=%E4%B8%AD%E6%9C%9F%E8%82%A1%E6%81%AF) The Board has resolved not to declare any interim dividend for the six months ended June 30, 2025, consistent with the prior year - The Board has resolved not to declare any interim dividend for the six months ended June 30, 2025 (H1 2024: Nil)[70](index=70&type=chunk) [Audit Committee](index=28&type=section&id=%E5%AF%A9%E6%A0%B8%E5%A7%94%E5%93%A1%E6%9C%83) The Audit Committee, comprising three independent non-executive directors, has reviewed the interim results and found them to be properly prepared - The Audit Committee comprises three independent non-executive directors, namely Ms Xu Li (Chairlady), Mr Wang Dongchen and Mr Xu Jiali[71](index=71&type=chunk) - The primary duties of the Audit Committee are to review and supervise the Group's financial reporting process, risk management, and internal control systems[71](index=71&type=chunk) - The Audit Committee has reviewed the interim results announcement for the six months ended June 30, 2025, and considers it to be prepared in accordance with applicable accounting standards, rules, and regulations with appropriate disclosures made[71](index=71&type=chunk)[72](index=72&type=chunk) [Acknowledgement](index=29&type=section&id=%E8%87%B4%E8%AC%9D) The Chairman of the Board extends his gratitude to the directors for their guidance and to the employees for their diligent work - The Chairman of the Board thanks the directors for their valuable advice and guidance, and all employees for their hard work and dedication to the Group[73](index=73&type=chunk) [Publication of Interim Results and Interim Report](index=29&type=section&id=%E5%88%8A%E7%99%BC%E4%B8%AD%E6%9C%9F%E6%A5%AD%E7%B8%BE%E5%8F%8A%E4%B8%AD%E6%9C%9F%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A) This interim results announcement is published on the websites of the Stock Exchange and the Company, with the interim report to follow - This interim results announcement is published on the website of the Stock Exchange (www.hkexnews.hk) and the Company's website (http://www.cn-huazhong.com)[74](index=74&type=chunk) - The interim report for the six months ended June 30, 2025 will be dispatched to shareholders and published on the websites of the Stock Exchange and the Company in due course[74](index=74&type=chunk)

Group 1 - The company, Huazhong Vehicle (06830.HK), announced a board meeting scheduled for August 29, 2025, to consider and approve its unaudited interim results for the six months ending June 30, 2025 [1] - The board meeting will also discuss the potential declaration of an interim dividend, if applicable [1]

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FF301 股份發行人及根據《上市規則》第十九B章上市的香港預託證券發行人的證券變動月報表 截至月份: 2025年7月31日 狀態: 新提交 致：香港交易及結算所有限公司 公司名稱: 華眾車載控股有限公司（以下簡稱「公司」）（於開曼群島註冊成立之有限公司） 呈交日期: 2025年8月1日 本月底法定/註冊股本總額： HKD 1,000,000,000 第 1 頁 共 10 頁 v 1.1.1 FF301 II. 已發行股份及/或庫存股份變動 | 1. 股份分類 | 普通股 | | 股份類別 | 不適用 | | 於香港聯交所上市 (註1) | 是 | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 證券代號 (如上市) | 06830 | 說明 | | 普通股 | | | | | | | | 已發行股份（不包括庫存股份）數目 | | | 庫存股份數目 | | 已發行股份總數 | | | 上月底結存 | | | | 1,769,193,800 | | 0 | | 1,769,193,800 | | 增加 / 減少 (-) | | | | | ...

Financial Performance - Total revenue for the year decreased by approximately 0.2% to RMB 1,846,700,000 from RMB 1,850,710,000 in the previous year[9] - Gross profit increased by about 0.8% to approximately RMB 505,040,000 compared to RMB 500,920,000 in 2023[9] - Profit attributable to equity holders of the parent increased by approximately 8.7% to around RMB 41,910,000 from RMB 38,550,000 in 2023[9] - Total revenue for automotive structural and decorative parts was approximately RMB 1,476,310,000, accounting for about 79.9% of total revenue, with a gross margin increase from 28.3% to 29.1%[18] - Revenue from molds and tools was approximately RMB 145,172,000, representing about 7.9% of total revenue, with a gross margin increase from 17.6% to 20.1%[19] - Revenue from air conditioning and heating components was approximately RMB 135,272,000, accounting for about 7.3% of total revenue, with a gross margin decrease from 23.5% to 16.9%[20] - Other income and gains increased by approximately 70.7% to about RMB 47,759,000, primarily due to increased government subsidies and VAT benefits[21] - Operating cash flow generated a net amount of approximately RMB 355,544,000, compared to RMB 190,905,000 in the previous year[29] - The company's cash and cash equivalents amounted to approximately RMB 161,143,000, an increase from RMB 112,219,000 in the previous year[29] - Administrative expenses increased by approximately 9.7% to RMB 334,153,000 from RMB 304,716,000 in the previous year[23] - Financing income decreased by approximately 70.7% to RMB 1,465,000 from RMB 4,994,000 in the previous year[25] - The company reported a net loss from financial assets impairment of RMB 30,078,000 in 2024, down from RMB 39,064,000 in 2023, a decrease of 23.1%[197] - The company reported a profit of RMB 41,909,000 for the year, compared to RMB 38,550,000 in the previous year, showing an increase of 6.1%[195] Market and Industry Trends - The automotive industry in China produced over 31.28 million vehicles and sold over 31.43 million vehicles in 2024, representing increases of approximately 3.7% and 4.5% respectively[13] - The production and sales of new energy vehicles in China reached 4.93 million and 4.94 million units respectively in 2024, with a year-on-year growth of 30.1% and 32.0%, capturing a market share of 35.2%[41] - The company expects total sales of new energy vehicles in China to reach 11.5 million units in 2024, representing a growth of approximately 20% compared to the previous year[41] - The overall automotive market demand may be influenced by global and regional economic conditions, disposable income, interest rates, fuel prices, and government policies, which could lead to pressure on vehicle prices and adversely affect sales and profitability[119] Strategic Initiatives - The company aims to enhance its market share and profitability through cost-saving measures and strengthening R&D capabilities[9] - The company is actively seeking acquisition opportunities to increase market share and diversify revenue sources[9] - The company plans to enhance its production layout and establish a new manufacturing facility in Mexico to support global business development and attract overseas orders[42] - The company aims to expand cooperation with traditional automotive brands and develop lightweight new products using high-performance plastics to replace metal components[42] - The company will focus on improving its product mix to better meet the needs of automotive brand customers and strengthen collaboration[42] - The company emphasizes cost management to achieve better profitability as the industry recovers[42] Corporate Governance - The board consists of 11 members, including 2 executive directors, 4 non-executive directors, and 5 independent non-executive directors, with a total of 4 board meetings and 1 annual general meeting held during the year[51] - The chairman and CEO roles are separated as per the corporate governance code, ensuring distinct leadership[50] - The board is responsible for reporting to shareholders, implementing resolutions, and determining the company's business and investment plans, as well as annual budgets and dividend proposals[52] - All directors participated in continuous professional development programs to enhance their knowledge and skills, ensuring informed contributions to the board[56] - The company has adopted the corporate governance code as per the Hong Kong Stock Exchange listing rules, focusing on transparency and accountability to shareholders[49] - The board members have diverse industry knowledge and experience, contributing to effective governance and strategic planning[52] - The company is committed to regular reviews and improvements of its corporate governance practices to maximize shareholder returns[49] - Non-executive directors are appointed for a specified term and must retire at least every three years, ensuring regular rotation and fresh perspectives[55] - The company provides independent professional advice to directors as needed, with costs covered by the company[53] - The board meetings and committee meetings are documented in detail, ensuring transparency in decision-making processes[53] - The company has established an Audit Committee to oversee financial reporting and risk management, consisting of three independent non-executive directors[62] - The Audit Committee reviewed the audited annual results for the year ending December 31, 2023, and the unaudited interim results for the six months ending June 30, 2024, ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards[63] - The company has appointed four independent non-executive directors, meeting the requirement of one-third of the board[60] - The Remuneration Committee has held two meetings this year to determine the remuneration packages for all executive directors and senior management[65] - The company has three senior management members earning between RMB 0 to 1,000,000 for the year ending December 31, 2024[68] - The Nomination Committee has reviewed the structure and composition of the board and made recommendations for appropriate director candidates[68] - The company’s governance structure includes a clear separation of roles between the Chairman and the CEO, although currently held by the same individual[58] - The Audit Committee members have all attended 100% of their meetings this year, demonstrating strong oversight[64] - The company is committed to maintaining effective risk management and internal control systems as part of its governance practices[63] - The independent non-executive directors provide critical independent judgment and oversight of the company's performance and strategy[60] - The company has appointed Ms. He Yongxin as the company secretary, who has completed over 15 hours of professional training in accordance with listing rules[70] Employee and Social Responsibility - The total employee cost for the year is approximately RMB 312,659,000, up from RMB 297,182,000 in 2023, primarily due to an increase in average employee salaries[38] - The total number of employees has increased to 3,519 as of December 31, 2024, compared to 3,025 in 2023[38] - The company has established a strong focus on employee welfare and safety, with no reported strikes or fatal accidents during the year[123] - The company has a strong focus on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors, which are integrated into its operational strategies[116] Risk Management - The company closely monitors government policies and regulations to mitigate risks associated with compliance and operational disruptions[121] - The company faces risks related to the short product lifecycle trends in the automotive industry, including rapid updates in vehicle styles and continuous technological upgrades[118] - The company has established strict internal structures to prevent insider trading and conflicts of interest[72] - The board has established a risk management and internal control system, which is reviewed annually for effectiveness, ensuring reasonable assurance against significant misstatements or losses[72] Shareholder Relations - The company prioritizes cash dividends of approximately 10% to 15% of annual profits, with decisions made by the board based on financial performance and other factors[100] - Shareholders holding at least 10% of the paid-up capital have the right to request a special general meeting within two months of their application[85] - The company emphasizes the importance of clear and timely communication with shareholders to build investor confidence and attract new investors[92] - The board will regularly review the nomination policy to ensure diversity and effectiveness in selecting candidates for board positions[84] - The company encourages shareholders to access information via its website to reduce environmental impact and improve communication efficiency[97] - The board may declare special dividends at its discretion, in addition to regular dividends[100] - The company has reviewed its shareholder communication policy for the year ending December 31, 2024, and found it to be effective[99] - The company has established a robust investor relations framework, supported by its CFO, who has over 22 years of experience in financial management and corporate financing[111] Corporate Structure and Share Options - The company has not made significant changes to its organizational documents during the year[91] - The 2011 Share Option Scheme allows for a maximum of 80,000,000 shares to be issued, which is capped at 10% of the shares issued at the time of listing[146] - No share options were granted, exercised, or cancelled under the 2011 Share Option Scheme during the year[147] - The 2021 Share Option Scheme was approved on June 2, 2021, and is valid for ten years to incentivize selected participants[149] - The company has not issued any share options under the 2011 Share Option Scheme as of the report date, with 0 shares available for issuance[148] - The total number of shares that can be issued upon the exercise of options under the 2021 Share Option Scheme is capped at 176,919,380 shares, representing 10% of the issued shares as of the approval date[150] - No options were granted, exercised, lapsed, or cancelled under the 2021 Share Option Scheme during the year, with the total number of shares available for issuance being zero, which is 0% of the weighted average number of relevant class shares issued during the year[152] - Major shareholder Huayou Holdings owns 1,320,000,000 shares, accounting for approximately 74.61% of the issued shares[154] - The remaining term of the 2021 Share Option Scheme is six years, with options vesting over a minimum period of twelve months[152] - The company has maintained appropriate liability insurance for its directors and executives throughout the year[139] - There are no interests or short positions held by directors or the CEO in the company's shares or related securities as of December 31, 2024[143] - The company has not entered into any arrangements that would allow directors and the CEO to hold any interests in the company's shares or related securities[144] - The company has confirmed that all controlling shareholders have complied with non-competition commitments[160] - The company has adopted a competitive yet not excessive remuneration policy for directors, aimed at attracting and retaining qualified individuals to achieve strategic goals[164] - The remuneration of directors is recommended by the remuneration committee and approved by the board, based on the group's operating performance and market statistics[165] - The group contributes a certain percentage of employees' basic salary and allowances to the Central Pension Scheme in mainland China, with no forfeited contributions reported for the years ending December 31, 2023, and December 31, 2024[166] - The company maintains a public float of at least 25% of its issued shares as required by listing rules[168]

Financial Performance - Revenue for the year was approximately RMB 1.846 billion, a decrease of about 0.2% compared to the previous year[3] - Profit attributable to equity holders of the parent was approximately RMB 41.9 million, an increase of about 8.7% compared to the previous year[3] - Gross profit margin was approximately 27.3%, an increase of about 0.2% compared to the previous year[3] - Basic earnings per share attributable to equity holders of the parent was RMB 0.0237, compared to RMB 0.0218 in the previous year[5] - Total comprehensive income for the year was RMB 11.859 million, a significant decrease from RMB 132.372 million in the previous year[6] - Total revenue for 2024 was RMB 1,846,699 thousand, down 0.3% from RMB 1,850,711 thousand in 2023[27] - The profit attributable to the owners of the parent company was approximately RMB 41,910,000, an increase of about 8.7% from RMB 38,550,000 in the previous year[57] - Other income increased significantly to RMB 47.76 million in 2024 from RMB 27.97 million in 2023, representing an increase of about 70.7%[35] - Financing income decreased to RMB 1.47 million in 2024 from RMB 4.99 million in 2023, a decline of approximately 70.6%[36] - The total income tax expense for 2024 is RMB 10,332,000, compared to RMB 8,621,000 in 2023, reflecting an increase of approximately 19.8%[41] - The effective tax rate for the group in 2024 is 17.9%, up from 15.1% in 2023[42] Assets and Liabilities - Non-current assets increased to RMB 1.761 billion from RMB 1.645 billion in the previous year[7] - Current assets increased to RMB 2.024 billion from RMB 1.763 billion in the previous year[8] - Current liabilities rose to RMB 1.816 billion from RMB 1.448 billion in the previous year[8] - Total equity attributable to equity holders of the parent was RMB 1.389 billion, slightly up from RMB 1.387 billion in the previous year[8] - Trade receivables increased to RMB 773,395,000 in 2024 from RMB 704,864,000 in 2023, representing a growth of approximately 9.7%[47] - The impairment loss for trade receivables rose to RMB 86,945,000 in 2024 from RMB 59,825,000 in 2023, indicating a significant increase in credit risk[49] - The total value of trade receivables aged over one year is RMB 2,084,000 in 2024, down from RMB 10,066,000 in 2023, showing improved collection efforts[49] Dividends - The board recommended a final dividend of RMB 0.2826 per share, compared to RMB 0.2464 per share in the previous year[3] - The company plans to propose a final dividend of HKD 0.3062 per share for 2024, compared to HKD 0.2717 per share for 2023, reflecting an increase of approximately 12.9%[42] - There was no interim dividend declared during the year[89] Operational Highlights - The company operates as a single business unit focused on the production and sale of automotive parts and other non-automotive products[26] - Operating revenue from a major customer was approximately RMB 517.19 million in 2024, compared to RMB 612.85 million in 2023, indicating a decrease of about 15.6%[31] - The revenue from automotive interior and exterior structural and decorative parts was approximately RMB 1,476,310,000, accounting for about 79.9% of total revenue, with a gross margin increase from 28.3% to 29.1%[60] - The revenue from molds and tools was approximately RMB 145,172,000, representing about 7.9% of total revenue, with a gross margin increase from 17.6% to 20.1%[62] - Selling and distribution expenses were approximately RMB 129,273,000, accounting for about 7.0% of sales revenue, slightly up from 6.9% in the previous year[64] - Administrative expenses increased by approximately 9.7% to RMB 334,153,000 compared to RMB 304,716,000 in the previous year[65] Research and Development - The group's research and development costs rose to RMB 108.58 million in 2024, up from RMB 86.54 million in 2023, marking an increase of about 25.4%[37] Cash Flow - The net cash generated from operating activities for the current year was approximately RMB 355,544,000, compared to RMB 190,905,000 in 2023, indicating a significant increase[70] - The net cash used in investing activities was approximately RMB 272,486,000, up from RMB 174,880,000 in 2023, primarily for the procurement of fixed assets[70] - The group's cash and cash equivalents amounted to approximately RMB 161,143,000 as of December 31, 2024, compared to RMB 112,219,000 as of December 31, 2023[70] Corporate Governance - The company has complied with all applicable corporate governance codes except for the deviation regarding the roles of the Chairman and CEO being held by the same person[85] - The audit committee, consisting of three independent non-executive directors, oversees the financial reporting process and internal controls[92] - The company did not purchase, sell, or redeem any of its listed securities during the year[88] - The financial information disclosed has been prepared in accordance with applicable accounting standards and regulations[93] - The company will publish its annual results and report on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange and its website[96] - The board will review the deviation from corporate governance codes periodically to enhance the overall best interests of the group[85] - The company has adopted the standard code for securities transactions by directors and confirmed compliance throughout the year[87] Future Outlook - The group plans to establish a new production facility in Mexico to enhance global business development and seek overseas orders[82] - The group aims to strengthen its collaboration with traditional and new energy vehicle brands, focusing on developing lightweight new products using high-performance plastics[82] - The expected total sales of new energy vehicles in China for 2024 is projected to reach 11.5 million units, representing a growth of approximately 20% compared to the previous year[81]

Financial Performance - For the six months ended June 30, 2024, the company's revenue was approximately RMB 774,645,000, a decrease of about 10.4% compared to RMB 864,861,000 for the same period in 2023[4] - The profit attributable to equity holders of the parent for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was approximately RMB 18,240,000, an increase of about 17.5% from RMB 15,524,000 for the same period in 2023[4] - Total revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was RMB 774,645,000, a decrease of 10.43% compared to RMB 864,861,000 for the same period in 2023[43] - Gross profit for the same period was RMB 224,789,000, representing a slight increase of 1.2% from RMB 221,032,000 in 2023[43] - The company reported a net profit of RMB 21,004,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2024, compared to RMB 21,231,000 in the previous year, indicating a decrease of 1.07%[43] - The total comprehensive loss for the period was RMB 16,303,000, compared to a comprehensive income of RMB 21,231,000 in the previous year[44] - The company’s profit for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was RMB 21,004,000, a slight decrease of 1.1% compared to RMB 21,231,000 in the same period of 2023[44] Revenue Breakdown - Revenue from automotive interior and exterior structural and decorative parts was approximately RMB 543,222,000, accounting for about 70.1% of total revenue, with a gross margin increase from 25.3% to 32.2%[7] - Revenue from molds and tools was approximately RMB 96,485,000, representing about 12.5% of total revenue, with a slight increase in gross margin from 22.3% to 22.8%[7] - Revenue from air conditioning and heating components was approximately RMB 78,729,000, accounting for about 10.2% of total revenue, with a decrease in gross margin from 29.1% to 20.4%[7] - Revenue from sales of plastic and automotive parts was RMB 678,160,000, down from RMB 818,215,000, reflecting a decline of 17.2%[60] - Revenue from sales of molds and tools increased significantly to RMB 96,485,000, compared to RMB 46,646,000, marking a growth of 106.6%[60] - Revenue from the domestic market in mainland China was RMB 734,408,000, down from RMB 830,242,000, reflecting a decrease of 11.5%[56] - Overseas revenue increased to RMB 40,237,000, up from RMB 34,619,000, showing a growth of 16.5%[56] Expenses and Costs - Selling and distribution expenses for the six months ended June 30, 2024, were approximately RMB 58,253,000, an increase of about 4.9% from RMB 55,552,000 for the same period in 2023[9] - Administrative expenses for the six months ended June 30, 2024, were approximately RMB 165,089,000, an increase of about 14.7% from RMB 143,908,000 for the same period in 2023, primarily due to increased R&D expenses[10] - The total employee cost for the six months ending June 30, 2024, was approximately RMB 140,104,000, compared to RMB 136,846,000 for the same period in 2023[22] - The company's total liabilities increased to RMB 1,526,434,000, up from RMB 1,448,148,000, representing a rise of 5.4%[46] - The company's equity attributable to owners of the parent decreased to RMB 1,363,296,000 from RMB 1,386,723,000, a decrease of 1.7%[46] Cash Flow and Financial Position - The net cash flow from operating activities for the six months ending June 30, 2024, was approximately RMB 130,412,000, compared to RMB 34,328,000 for the same period in 2023[14] - The group's cash and cash equivalents amounted to approximately RMB 159,877,000 as of June 30, 2024, up from approximately RMB 112,219,000 as of December 31, 2023[14] - The net cash flow from investing activities was RMB (86,771,000), compared to RMB (37,296,000) in the same period of 2023, reflecting an increase in cash outflow of 132%[50] - The company reported a net cash inflow from financing activities of RMB 4,141,000, a significant decrease from RMB 41,831,000 in the same period of 2023, reflecting a decline of 90%[50] - The company's cash and cash equivalents increased to RMB 159,877,000 from RMB 112,219,000, a significant increase of 42.3%[45] Shareholder Information - As of June 30, 2024, Mr. Zhou Minfeng holds 1,320,000,000 shares, representing approximately 74.61% of the issued shares, and has additional interests in 900,000 shares and 1,100,000 shares held by his spouse[29] - The company’s shareholding structure shows that Huayou Holdings owns 74.61% of the issued shares, indicating a strong control over the company[35] - The weighted average number of ordinary shares in issue for the calculation of basic earnings per share remained unchanged at 1,769,193,800 shares for both periods[68] Corporate Governance - The company has adopted the corporate governance code as per the Hong Kong Stock Exchange's listing rules and has complied with all applicable provisions for the six months ending June 30, 2024, except for the deviation regarding the roles of the Chairman and CEO[25] - The board believes that having the same person serve as both Chairman and CEO can effectively execute the group's business strategy and operations[26] - The company has a balanced board composition with one executive director, three non-executive directors, and three independent non-executive directors to support its development[26] Future Outlook - The group plans to establish a new production facility in Mexico to enhance global business development and seek overseas orders[23] - The group aims to expand cooperation with traditional automotive brands and extend its collaboration into the new energy vehicle sector[23] - The group anticipates that total sales of new energy vehicles in China will reach 11.5 million units in 2024, representing a growth of approximately 20% compared to the previous year[23]

Financial Performance - For the six months ended June 30, 2024, revenue was approximately RMB 774,645,000, a decrease of about 10.4% compared to RMB 864,861,000 for the same period in 2023[2] - Profit attributable to equity holders of the parent for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was approximately RMB 18,240,000, an increase of about 17.5% from RMB 15,524,000 in the same period of 2023[2] - Gross profit margin for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was 29.0%, compared to 25.6% for the same period in 2023[2] - Basic earnings per share attributable to equity holders of the parent for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was RMB 0.0103, compared to RMB 0.0088 for the same period in 2023[6] - The company reported a net loss of RMB 16,303,000 in total comprehensive income for the six months ended June 30, 2024, compared to a total comprehensive income of RMB 21,231,000 for the same period in 2023[7] - Other income and gains for the six months ended June 30, 2024, were RMB 23,297,000, compared to RMB 14,912,000 for the same period in 2023[4] - The total tax expense for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was RMB 4,891,000, a decrease from RMB 10,907,000 for the same period in 2023[24] - The cost of inventories recognized as an expense for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was RMB 549,856,000, down from RMB 643,829,000 in the same period of 2023[23] Revenue Breakdown - Revenue from sales of plastic and automotive parts was RMB 678,160,000, down from RMB 818,215,000, representing a decline of 17.2%[21] - Revenue from the sale of molds and tools increased significantly to RMB 96,485,000, compared to RMB 46,646,000, marking a growth of 106.7%[21] - Revenue from mainland China was RMB 734,408,000, down from RMB 830,242,000, reflecting a decrease of 11.5%[16] - Revenue from overseas markets increased to RMB 40,237,000, up from RMB 34,619,000, showing a growth of 16.5%[16] - For the six months ended June 30, 2024, the revenue from automotive interior and exterior structural and decorative parts was approximately RMB 543,222,000, accounting for about 70.1% of total revenue, with a gross margin increase from 25.3% to 32.2%[34] - The revenue from molds and tools was approximately RMB 96,485,000, representing about 12.5% of total revenue, with a gross margin increase from 22.3% to 22.8%[34] - The revenue from air conditioning and heating components was approximately RMB 78,729,000, accounting for about 10.2% of total revenue, with a gross margin decrease from 29.1% to 20.4%[35] - The revenue from non-automotive products was approximately RMB 23,654,000, representing about 3.0% of total revenue, with a gross margin decrease from 41.2% to 38.4%[35] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets less current liabilities as of June 30, 2024, amounted to RMB 1,926,443,000, compared to RMB 1,959,837,000 as of December 31, 2023[9] - Non-current assets totaled RMB 1,710,255,000 as of June 30, 2024, compared to RMB 1,645,118,000 as of December 31, 2023[8] - Current liabilities increased to RMB 1,526,434,000 as of June 30, 2024, from RMB 1,448,148,000 as of December 31, 2023[9] - Trade receivables as of June 30, 2024, were RMB 590,765,000, a decrease from RMB 704,864,000 as of December 31, 2023[29] - Trade payables as of June 30, 2024, totaled RMB 921,417,000, an increase from RMB 875,588,000 as of December 31, 2023[30] - The total equity attributable to the owners of the parent company was RMB 1,363,296,000 as of June 30, 2024, down from RMB 1,386,723,000 at the end of 2023[10] - The total equity increased slightly to RMB 1,530,419,000 from RMB 1,553,532,000, indicating a decrease of 1.5%[10] Dividends and Shareholder Returns - The company did not declare any interim dividend for the six months ended June 30, 2024, consistent with the previous year[2] - The company declared a final dividend of HKD 0.2717 per share for the six months ended June 30, 2024, compared to HKD 0.8389 per share for the same period in 2023[25] Operational Insights - The group operates as a single business unit focused on the production and sale of automotive interior and exterior decorative parts, molds, and tools[15] - The net cash inflow from operating activities was approximately RMB 130,412,000, significantly up from RMB 34,328,000 in the previous year[42] - As of June 30, 2024, the company's cash and cash equivalents amounted to approximately RMB 159,877,000, compared to RMB 154,305,000 at the end of the previous year[42] - The company's interest-bearing bank loans and other borrowings increased to approximately RMB 668,261,000 from RMB 611,377,000 at the end of the previous year[43] - As of June 30, 2024, the group's capital debt ratio is approximately 55.3%, up from 54.3% as of December 31, 2023[49] - The group has 3,070 employees as of June 30, 2024, compared to 2,949 employees as of June 30, 2023, with total employee costs around RMB 140.1 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024[51] Market and Strategic Developments - The production and sales of new energy vehicles reached 4.93 million and 4.94 million units respectively in the first half of 2024, with a year-on-year growth of 30.1% and 32.0%[52] - The market share of new energy vehicles in China reached 35.2% in the first half of 2024, with a forecasted total sales of 11.5 million units for the year, representing a 20% increase from the previous year[52] - The group plans to establish a new production facility in Mexico to enhance global business development and seek overseas orders[53] - The group aims to improve product mix and increase production capacity utilization to achieve better economies of scale[53] Corporate Governance - The audit committee has reviewed the interim results for the six months ended June 30, 2024, ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards[60] - The executive director is Mr. Zhou Minfeng, who also serves as the chairman and CEO[62] - The board includes non-executive directors Ms. Lai Caiyong, Mr. Guan Xin, and Mr. Yu Zhuoping, as well as independent non-executive directors Mr. Wang Lianzhang, Mr. Wang Dongchen, and Mr. Xu Jiali[62] - The announcement date is August 29, 2024[62] - The company is named Huazhong Vehicle Holdings Limited[62] - The document does not provide specific financial performance metrics or future outlook details[62] - There are no mentions of new products, technologies, market expansion, or mergers and acquisitions in the document[62] - The document primarily lists the board members without financial data or strategic insights[62] - No user data or performance guidance is included in the content[62] - The focus of the document is on corporate governance rather than financial results[62] - The document does not contain any numerical data or percentages related to performance[62]

Financial Performance - Total revenue for the year 2023 decreased by approximately 3.9% to RMB 1,850,710,000, down from RMB 1,924,920,000 in 2022[12] - Gross profit increased by approximately 7.3% to about RMB 500,920,000, compared to RMB 466,920,000 in 2022[9] - Profit attributable to equity holders of the parent decreased by approximately 64.4% to about RMB 38,550,000, down from RMB 108,300,000 in 2022[9] - The total revenue for the year was approximately RMB 1,850,711,000, with an overall gross margin of 27.1%, up from 24.3% in the previous year[16] - Other income and gains for the year were approximately RMB 27,974,000, a decrease of about 73.4% compared to RMB 105,247,000 in the previous year[18] - Selling and distribution expenses were approximately RMB 127,557,000, accounting for about 6.9% of sales revenue, an increase from 6.3% in the previous year[18] - Administrative expenses increased by approximately 12.5% to RMB 304,716,000 compared to RMB 270,758,000 in the previous year[18] - The net cash generated from operating activities was approximately RMB 190,905,000, an increase from RMB 152,255,000 in the previous year[20] - The total comprehensive income for the year reached RMB 132,372 thousand, an increase of 13.7% compared to RMB 116,419 thousand in 2022[148] - The company reported a basic and diluted earnings per share of RMB 0.0218, down from RMB 0.0612 in the previous year[146] Production and Sales - In 2023, over 30.16 million vehicles were produced and over 30.09 million vehicles were sold in China, representing increases of approximately 11.6% and 12.0% respectively[11] - The production and sales of new energy vehicles reached 9.59 million and 9.50 million units, with year-on-year growth of 35.8% and 37.9%, achieving a market share of 31.6%[30] - The total revenue for automotive interior and exterior structural and decorative parts was approximately RMB 1,499,149,000, accounting for about 81.0% of the total revenue for the year[16] - Revenue from air conditioning and heating unit casings and liquid storage tanks was approximately RMB 112,223,000, with a gross margin increase from 17.7% to 23.5%[17] - Non-automotive products generated revenue of approximately RMB 47,466,000, with a gross margin increase from 41.0% to 43.7%[17] Strategic Initiatives - The company aims to maintain a robust financial position to adapt to future developments and ensure business sustainability and profitability[9] - The company is actively seeking acquisition opportunities to increase market share and diversify revenue sources[9] - The company plans to establish a new production facility in Mexico to enhance global business development and seek overseas orders[30] - The company aims to expand cooperation with traditional automotive brands and develop lightweight new products using high-performance plastics to replace metal components[30] - The company has successfully expanded into the new energy market and plans to continue seeking more orders and customers to enhance economies of scale[30] Corporate Governance - The company emphasizes strong corporate governance practices to enhance transparency and accountability, aligning with the Hong Kong Stock Exchange's corporate governance code[37] - The company has committed to continuous improvement in corporate governance to maximize shareholder value[37] - The board consists of 11 members, including 2 executive directors and 5 independent non-executive directors, with all board meetings attended by the chairman and CEO[40] - The company is committed to maintaining a clear separation between the roles of the chairman and the CEO to ensure effective governance[38] - The company has a policy in place for directors to participate in ongoing training to develop and update their knowledge and skills[47] Risk Management - The company has a focus on risk management and internal controls as part of its governance framework[37] - The group faces risks related to global and regional economic conditions, which may impact automotive production volumes and pricing pressures[91] - The group is committed to monitoring government policies and regulations that may impact operations and compliance[93] Shareholder Communication - The board emphasizes the importance of clear and timely communication with shareholders to build investor confidence and attract new investments[76] - The company has established a shareholder communication policy to ensure equal and timely access to relevant information for shareholders and potential investors[77] - The board will regularly assess the effectiveness of the shareholder communication policy to ensure it meets the needs of shareholders[78] Subsidiaries and Market Presence - The company operates through a complex structure with 100% ownership in several subsidiaries, including Huazhong Automotive Technology and Huazhong Investment[33] - The company has established a presence in various regions, including China and Mexico, with multiple subsidiaries focused on automotive components and technologies[34] - The company is actively pursuing market expansion through its subsidiaries, focusing on the production of plastic automotive products across various regions in China[164] Financial Position - As of December 31, 2023, the company had cash and cash equivalents of approximately RMB 112,219,000, a slight decrease from RMB 114,845,000 in the previous year[20] - As of December 31, 2023, the company's capital debt ratio is approximately 54.3%, a decrease of about 1.2% from 55.5% in 2022[26] - The total employee cost for the year is approximately RMB 297,182,000, an increase from RMB 275,727,000 in 2022, primarily due to higher average employee salaries[29] Audit and Compliance - The independent auditor, Ernst & Young, has provided an unqualified opinion on the financial statements for the year ending December 31, 2023[134] - The audit committee's main responsibilities include reviewing financial statements and overseeing risk management and internal control systems[54] - The group is responsible for preparing financial statements that are true and fair in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards and the Hong Kong Companies Ordinance[140]