Revenue Performance - Revenue from automotive e-commerce business for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was RMB 11,288,000, a decrease of 89.9% compared to RMB 111,965,000 in the same period of 2022[5] - Revenue from asset management business increased to RMB 958,827,000, up 426.5% from RMB 182,148,000 year-on-year[5] - Total revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was RMB 1,083,102 thousand, a significant increase from RMB 416,275 thousand in the same period of 2022, representing a growth of approximately 160%[34] - Revenue from property development and investment reached RMB 957,851 thousand, compared to RMB 180,237 thousand in the previous year, indicating an increase of about 431%[34] - Financial services revenue decreased slightly to RMB 54,644 thousand from RMB 82,764 thousand, a drop of around 34%[34] - Revenue from the asset management business surged by 446.0%, rising from approximately RMB 174,700,000 to approximately RMB 953,800,000, primarily driven by property sales from projects like Dingfeng Yicheng[75] - Dingfeng Yicheng contributed approximately RMB 868,400,000 in revenue during the first half of 2023, with a total site area of about 145,688 square meters and a total floor area of approximately 558,180 square meters[76] - The company's quick loan service revenue decreased by 26.8%, from approximately RMB 69,000,000 to approximately RMB 50,500,000, due to a reduction in average receivables[78] - Revenue from the financing lease business fell by 21.9%, from approximately RMB 3,200,000 to approximately RMB 2,500,000, as the company adopted a cautious strategy in this area[79] - Other income increased by 71.0%, from approximately RMB 13,100,000 to approximately RMB 22,400,000, mainly due to accrued interest income of approximately RMB 14,000,000[83] Financial Performance - The company reported a net loss of RMB 137,282,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2023, compared to a profit of RMB 80,588,000 in the same period of 2022[5] - Total comprehensive loss for the period was RMB 152,744,000, compared to a total comprehensive income of RMB 85,145,000 in the previous year[7] - Basic and diluted loss per share for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was RMB 1.80, compared to earnings per share of RMB 1.12 in the same period of 2022[7] - The company reported a significant increase in financing costs, which rose to RMB 63,172,000 from RMB 32,017,000 year-on-year[5] - For the six months ended June 30, 2023, the company reported a net loss of RMB 137,213,000, compared to a profit of RMB 80,588,000 for the same period in 2022, representing a decline of 270%[13] - The group reported a loss before tax of RMB 22,996 thousand for the six months ended June 30, 2023, compared to a profit before tax of RMB 111,104 thousand in the same period of 2022[34] - The company recorded a loss attributable to owners of approximately RMB 137,200,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2023, compared to a profit of approximately RMB 80,600,000 for the same period in 2022, a decrease of approximately RMB 217,800,000[88] - The company reported a fair value loss on investment properties of approximately RMB 23,900,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2023, compared to a fair value gain of approximately RMB 44,700,000 in the same period of 2022[87] Asset and Liability Management - Non-current assets as of June 30, 2023, amounted to RMB 2,464,470,000, down from RMB 2,931,101,000 at the end of 2022[10] - Current assets increased to RMB 6,420,740,000 as of June 30, 2023, compared to RMB 5,883,726,000 at the end of 2022[10] - The company's total liabilities were RMB 5,943,620,000, compared to RMB 5,750,298,000 at the end of 2022, indicating a slight increase in leverage[12] - The total assets of the group as of June 30, 2023, amounted to RMB 8,885,210 thousand, a slight decrease from RMB 8,814,827 thousand at the end of 2022[37] - The total liabilities increased to RMB 6,341,300 thousand from RMB 6,289,955 thousand, showing a rise of approximately 0.82%[37] - The company's debt-to-asset ratio as of June 30, 2023, was 24.1%, up from 16.4% as of December 31, 2022[110] - The current ratio as of June 30, 2023, was 1.08, compared to 1.02 as of December 31, 2022[110] - The company has total bank and other borrowings of RMB 1,458,100,000 and bonds payable of RMB 669,400,000, which are due within twelve months, raising concerns about its ability to continue as a going concern[19] Cash Flow and Financing Activities - The company’s cash and cash equivalents increased by RMB 84,093,000, reaching RMB 95,589,000 as of June 30, 2023, compared to RMB 59,528,000 at the end of June 2022[15] - Operating activities used net cash of RMB 244,367,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2023, compared to a net cash inflow of RMB 13,980,000 in the same period of 2022[15] - The company experienced a net cash outflow from investing activities of RMB 74,694,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2023, compared to RMB 60,833,000 in the same period of 2022[15] - The company issued ordinary shares through a placement, raising RMB 171,782,000 during the reporting period[13] - The company successfully placed 1,407,132,000 shares at a price of HKD 0.140 per share, raising a total of HKD 196.998 million (approximately RMB 177.299 million) net of expenses[111] - Approximately HKD 104 million and HKD 84.9 million of the net proceeds from the placement were used for debt repayment and general working capital, respectively[112] Strategic Focus and Future Outlook - The company is focusing on expanding its asset management and financial services segments to drive future growth[4] - The company plans to implement various strategies to improve revenue from property development, financial services, and automotive e-commerce to generate additional operating cash flow[23] - The company anticipates stable revenue growth in 2023, reflecting a cautiously optimistic outlook on the gradual recovery of the real estate market in China[89] - The company will continue to focus on stable operations in asset management and automotive e-commerce, while closely monitoring the rapidly changing real estate market[89] - The company aims to reduce its borrowing and interest burden through proactive communication with creditors[89] - The company is preparing a debt restructuring plan due to significant impacts on the Chinese real estate industry from macroeconomic and geopolitical pressures, with a focus on orderly debt repayment if supported by creditors[89] Employee and Operational Changes - The group had 230 employees, down from 336 employees as of December 31, 2022, with employee costs for the six months amounting to approximately RMB 22.2 million[108] - The group’s employee costs, including directors' remuneration, decreased to RMB 22,176,000 from RMB 31,659,000, a reduction of 30.0% year-on-year[42] - The total remuneration for key management personnel was RMB 2,481,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2023, slightly down from RMB 2,490,000 for the same period in 2022, showing a decrease of about 0.4%[66] - The company has undergone changes in its board of directors, with new appointments made on May 15, 2023[95] Compliance and Governance - The company has complied with the corporate governance code, with minor deviations regarding director insurance and the separation of the roles of chairman and CEO[118][119] - The audit committee reviewed the unaudited consolidated results for the six months ended June 30, 2023, ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulations[122]

香港交易及結算所有限公司及香港聯合交易所有限公司對本公告的內容概不負責, 對其準確性或完整性亦不發表任何聲明,並明確表示概不會就本公告全部或任何 部分內容而產生或因依賴該等內容而引致的任何損失承擔任何責任。 DIFFER GROUP AUTO LIMITED 鼎豐集團汽車有限公司 (於開曼群島註冊成立的有限公司) (股份代號:6878) 截至二零二三年六月三十日止六個月 中期業績公告 財務摘要 | --- | |------------------------| | 截至六月三十日止六個月 | | 二零二三年 | 營業額 人民幣1,083,100,000元 人民幣416,300,000元 期內(虧損)╱溢利 (人民幣137,300,000元) 人民幣80,600,000元 本公司擁有人應佔(虧損)╱溢利 (人民幣137,200,000元) 人民幣80,600,000元 每股(虧損)╱盈利 (人民幣1.80分) 人民幣1.12分 每股中期股息 – – 未經審核中期業績 鼎豐集團汽車有限公司(「本公司」)董事(「董事」)會(「董事會」)欣然公布本公司 及其附屬公司(統稱「本集團」)截至二零二三年六月三十日止六個月 ...

Financial Performance - The company reported total revenue of approximately RMB 1,007,700,000 for the year ended December 31, 2022, a decrease of RMB 252,000,000 compared to the previous year[13]. - The net loss for the year was approximately RMB 180,400,000, marking the first net loss since the company went public in 2013, a decrease of RMB 618,700,000 from the previous year's profit[13]. - The company's revenue decreased from approximately RMB 1,259,700,000 for the year ended December 31, 2021, to approximately RMB 1,007,700,000 for the year ended December 31, 2022, representing a decline of about RMB 252,000,000 or 20.0%[33]. - Revenue from property development and investment decreased by 56.7%, from approximately RMB 905,200,000 in 2021 to approximately RMB 392,400,000 in 2022[35]. - The group reported a loss attributable to equity holders of approximately RMB 180,200,000 for the year ended December 31, 2022, a decrease of approximately RMB 621,000,000 compared to a profit of RMB 440,800,000 in 2021[53]. Revenue Breakdown - Revenue from the automotive e-commerce business reached RMB 135,790,000, a significant increase from RMB 21,490,000 in 2021[8]. - Revenue from asset management business decreased to RMB 426,424,000 from RMB 917,906,000 in the previous year[8]. - Revenue from quick loan services slightly increased by 1.3%, from approximately RMB 159,400,000 in 2021 to RMB 161,500,000 in 2022[37]. - Commodity trading revenue increased significantly to approximately RMB 269,500,000 in 2022 from RMB 121,000,000 in 2021, with related costs and gross profit of approximately RMB 269,300,000 and RMB 200,000 respectively[41]. - Other income rose by 43.3% from approximately RMB 66,600,000 in 2021 to RMB 95,500,000 in 2022, mainly driven by government subsidies and the reversal of impairment losses on financing guarantees[42]. Management and Strategy - The company plans to focus on expanding its automotive e-commerce business while reducing the scale of financial services, asset management, and commodity trading[14]. - The management team has extensive experience in the automotive and financial sectors, with key personnel having over 16 years and 30 years of relevant experience respectively[29][30]. - The management is committed to continuous improvement in operational efficiency and strategic growth initiatives[19][23]. - The company aims to enhance its overall strategy planning, risk management, and legal compliance[21]. - The company plans to leverage its management expertise to drive future business development and investment strategies[18][24]. Market Position and Future Outlook - The company expressed confidence in the business outlook for 2023, contingent on no further COVID-19 outbreaks, due to ongoing digital transformation in the automotive sector and the reopening of the Chinese market[32]. - The company aims to achieve a leading position in the Chinese automotive e-commerce industry in the near term[58]. - The company plans to continue its digital transformation in the automotive business and expedite property construction and delivery as the market reopens[32]. Corporate Governance - The company has adopted good corporate governance principles and is committed to integrating corporate and social responsibility into its business strategy[187]. - The board of directors consists of both executive and non-executive members, with specific terms for service contracts[96]. - The board is responsible for overseeing the management and overall performance of the group, ensuring necessary financial and human resources are in place to achieve goals[200]. - All directors are committed to fulfilling their duties and act in the best interests of the company and its shareholders[200]. Employee and Operational Metrics - Employee benefits expenses increased by 10.7% from approximately RMB 60,200,000 in 2021 to RMB 66,600,000 in 2022, including salaries and other benefits[47]. - The group employed 336 staff as of December 31, 2022, down from 419 in 2021, with total employee costs amounting to approximately RMB 66.6 million[66]. - The company has not established any new customers in the financing leasing service business for the year ending December 31, 2022[125]. Financial Position - The total assets of the company as of December 31, 2022, were RMB 8,814,827,000, an increase from RMB 8,319,847,000 in 2021[10]. - Total liabilities increased to RMB 6,289,955,000 from RMB 5,598,455,000 in the previous year[10]. - The capital debt ratio as of December 31, 2022, was 16.4%, up from 12.8% in 2021[68]. - The company's distributable reserves as of December 31, 2022, amounted to approximately RMB 907 million, a decrease from RMB 1,143.1 million in 2021[89]. Shareholder Information - The group did not recommend a final dividend for the year ended December 31, 2022, compared to a dividend of HKD 0.005 per share in 2021[63][76]. - The board may recommend or declare dividends based on financial performance, cash flow, and future operational needs[86]. - The company has no predetermined dividend payout ratio and will consider various factors before declaring dividends[85]. Risk Management - The company conducts thorough credit risk assessments and background checks for all loan applications[110]. - The management team monitors overall market conditions and reports any significant risks to the executive directors[122]. - The company has implemented a comprehensive risk diversification strategy for its financing lease portfolio[127].

香港交易及結算所有限公司及香港聯合交易所有限公司對本公告的內容概不負責, 對其準確性或完整性亦不發表任何聲明,並明確表示概不會就本公告全部或任何 部分內容而產生或因依賴該等內容而引致的任何損失承擔任何責任。 DIFFER GROUP AUTO LIMITED 鼎豐集團汽車有限公司 (於開曼群島註冊成立的有限公司) (股份代號:6878) 截至二零二二年十二月三十一日止年度 全年業績公告 財務摘要 | --- | |--------------------------| | 截至十二月三十一日止年度 | | 二零二二年 | 營業額 人民幣1,007,700,000元 人民幣1,259,700,000元 年內(虧損)╱溢利 (人民幣180,400,000元) 人民幣438,300,000元 本公司擁有人應佔(虧損)╱溢利 (人民幣180,200,000元) 人民幣440,800,000元 每股(虧損)╱盈利 (人民幣2.50分) 人民幣6.11分 每股末期股息 – 0.5港仙 1 全年業績 鼎豐集團汽車有限公司(「本公司」)董事(「董事」)會(「董事會」)謹此公布本公司 及其附屬公司(統稱「本集團」)截至二零二二 ...

Financing Leasing Services - The financing leasing service primarily targets small and medium-sized enterprises registered and operating in mainland China, with lease amounts capped at RMB 100 million to control credit risk[4]. - The company charges a service fee of 3.1% to 4.5% based on the loan principal provided by banks to clients for financing guarantees[17]. - The ownership of leased assets is transferred to clients at the end of the lease term upon payment of a nominal price[2]. Risk Management - A comprehensive risk management strategy is in place, including monitoring repayment status and asset values, with a focus on diversifying the leasing portfolio[4]. - Credit risk assessments are conducted for all financing lease applications, involving thorough background checks and due diligence[5]. - The company has implemented strict internal controls to monitor lessees' conditions post-approval, including regular visits and financial statement reviews[10]. - The management team continuously monitors the overall market conditions and specific industry risks to report any significant findings to the executive directors[16]. - The management team continuously monitors the repayment status of clients under financing guarantee arrangements[30]. - The company conducts thorough credit risk assessments and background checks for all clients applying for financing guarantees[24]. Financial Performance - As of December 31, 2021, the total bank financing granted to corporate clients and joint ventures amounted to RMB 255 million and RMB 382.152 million, respectively[22]. - The collateral coverage ratio for corporate clients was 2.3 times, while it was zero for joint ventures[22]. - The default rate for the guarantee service business was zero for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2021[22]. - The maximum individual credit risk exposure limit is set at RMB 240 million[21]. - The company has three corporate clients and three joint ventures with outstanding guarantee amounts ranging from RMB 30 million to RMB 216.152 million[21]. - As of December 31, 2021, the total outstanding receivables from approximately 44 customers amounted to RMB 1,147,134,000[37]. - The financing, loans, and receivables from the top eight customers were RMB 195,317,000 and RMB 794,670,000 respectively[39]. - The loan-to-value ratio for receivables from the top eight customers ranged from 61.3% to 95.2%[39]. - The overall loan-to-value ratio for receivables, excluding finance lease receivables, was 90.6%[39]. - The minimum actual interest rate charged on receivables in 2021 was clarified to be 1.0%[40]. - Six out of the top eight customers renewed their loan agreements as of December 31, 2021[37]. Asset Valuation - The company employs professional valuers annually to assess the value of relevant assets and ensure proper valuation practices[11]. - The company employs professional valuers to assess the valuation of pledged assets annually[28]. Legal and Acquisition Considerations - In the event of a default, the company may initiate legal proceedings to recover pledged assets or seek repayment from guarantors[35]. - The company is considering acquiring shares in a subsidiary of a special borrower, which holds several land parcels[37]. - The special loan provided to the special borrower is secured by equity in the target company[39]. - The company has not yet made a final investment decision regarding the acquisition of the target company[39]. - The company maintains that all other information disclosed in the 2021 annual report remains unchanged[41].

Revenue Performance - Revenue from automotive e-commerce business reached RMB 111,965,000, with no prior year comparison[10] - Revenue from asset management business increased to RMB 182,148,000, up from RMB 66,990,000, representing a growth of 172%[10] - Revenue from financial services decreased to RMB 80,853,000, down from RMB 103,836,000, a decline of 22%[10] - Total revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2022, was RMB 2,086,008 thousand, compared to RMB 2,721,982 thousand for the same period in 2021, indicating a decline of approximately 23.4%[21] - Revenue from automotive e-commerce business for the six months ended June 30, 2022, was RMB 111,965 thousand, compared to RMB 55,572 thousand in 2021, representing a growth of 101%[34] - Revenue from asset management business for the same period was RMB 174,742 thousand, up from RMB 59,283 thousand in 2021, indicating a significant increase of 195%[34] - The financial services segment generated revenue of RMB 82,764 thousand for the six months ended June 30, 2022, compared to RMB 108,532 thousand in 2021, showing a decline of 23.8%[44] - Revenue increased from approximately RMB 291.8 million for the six months ended June 30, 2021, to approximately RMB 416.3 million for the six months ended June 30, 2022, representing a growth of about RMB 124.5 million or 42.7%[96] Profit and Earnings - Total profit for the period was RMB 80,588,000, compared to RMB 55,481,000 in the previous year, reflecting a growth of 45%[10] - Basic earnings per share increased to RMB 1.12, up from RMB 0.67, marking a 67% increase[13] - Total comprehensive income for the period was RMB 85,145,000, compared to RMB 60,270,000, an increase of 41%[12] - Net profit attributable to owners increased by 66.3% from RMB 48.5 million to RMB 80.6 million for the six months ended June 30, 2022[114] Assets and Liabilities - Non-current assets increased to RMB 2,301,815,000 from RMB 2,319,275,000, a slight decrease of 0.75%[15] - Current assets rose to RMB 6,731,054,000, up from RMB 5,903,666,000, an increase of 14%[15] - As of June 30, 2022, the company's total assets amounted to RMB 5,564,429 thousand, an increase from RMB 4,919,671 thousand as of December 31, 2021, representing a growth of approximately 13.1%[18] - The total liabilities as of June 30, 2022, were RMB 2,788,528 thousand, compared to RMB 2,198,279 thousand as of December 31, 2021, indicating an increase of approximately 26.9%[18] - The group's total asset value was RMB 9,032,869 thousand as of June 30, 2022, an increase from RMB 8,319,847 thousand as of December 31, 2021, representing a growth of 8.6%[48] - The total liabilities of the group as of June 30, 2022, were RMB 6,256,968 thousand, compared to RMB 5,598,455 thousand as of December 31, 2021, indicating an increase of 11.7%[48] Cash Flow and Financing - The net cash generated from operating activities for the six months ended June 30, 2022, was RMB 13,980 thousand, a significant decrease compared to RMB 270,989 thousand for the same period in 2021[24] - The net cash used in investing activities for the six months ended June 30, 2022, was RMB (60,833) thousand, an improvement from RMB (99,268) thousand in the same period of 2021[24] - The company's financing activities generated a net cash inflow of RMB 2,940 thousand for the six months ended June 30, 2022, compared to a net cash outflow of RMB (137,880) thousand in the prior year[24] - The company's cash and cash equivalents decreased by RMB 43,913 thousand during the six months ended June 30, 2022, compared to an increase of RMB 33,841 thousand in the same period of 2021[24] - The group's debt-to-asset ratio increased to 15.2% as of June 30, 2022, compared to 12.8% as of December 31, 2021[144] - As of June 30, 2022, the group had bank borrowings of approximately RMB 394.3 million, up from RMB 250.7 million as of December 31, 2021[149] Operational Segments - The group identified four main operating segments: automotive e-commerce, property development and investment, financial services, and commodity trading, with each segment managed separately[40] - The automotive e-commerce business is part of the group’s strategy to leverage its experience in providing financial services to the automotive industry[95] - The group’s financial services include leasing, quick loan services, guarantee services, and securities brokerage services, contributing to overall revenue growth[95] Employee and Management - The group had a total of 471 employees as of June 30, 2022, an increase from 419 employees as of December 31, 2021[139] - Employee costs for the six months ending June 30, 2022, amounted to approximately RMB 31,700,000, up from RMB 25,600,000 in the previous year[139] - Short-term employee benefits for key management personnel amounted to RMB 2,490 thousand for the six months ended June 30, 2022, compared to RMB 2,452 thousand for the same period in 2021[84] Capital Expenditures and Investments - The group incurred approximately RMB 85,895,000 in capital expenditures for property, plant, and equipment for the six months ended June 30, 2022, compared to RMB 64,136,000 in 2021, marking a 33.8% increase[64] - The group has capital commitments of RMB 1,089,038 thousand for investments in subsidiaries as of June 30, 2022, down from RMB 1,132,650 thousand as of December 31, 2021[91] Dividends and Shareholder Information - The group did not declare an interim dividend for the six months ended June 30, 2022, compared to no dividend declared for the same period in 2021[62] - As of June 30, 2022, Mr. Wu holds 827,400,000 shares, representing approximately 11.47% of the company's total issued share capital[123] - The company’s major shareholder, Mr. Hong, holds 3,017,300,000 shares, representing approximately 41.85% of the total issued share capital[128] Risk Management and Governance - The group does not have any foreign exchange hedging arrangements, and currency fluctuations are not expected to have a significant impact on financial performance[135] - The group has no significant currency exchange risk as most transactions are conducted in RMB[135] - The roles of chairman and CEO are held by the same individual, which the board believes does not hinder effective decision-making[154] - There were no reported conflicts of interest involving directors in competing businesses during the six months ended June 30, 2022[156] - The audit committee consists of two independent non-executive directors and one non-executive director[157]

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Financial Performance - Revenue from financial services reached RMB 199,378,000, an increase from RMB 185,077,000 in the previous year, representing a growth of 6.99%[9] - Asset management revenue increased to RMB 917,906,000 from RMB 709,115,000, marking a significant growth of 29.4%[9] - The company reported a net profit of RMB 438,326,000 for the year, compared to RMB 353,330,000 in the previous year, indicating a year-on-year increase of 24.1%[9] - The company achieved a profit before tax of RMB 624,565,000, compared to RMB 502,771,000 in the previous year, representing a growth of 24.3%[9] - The company recorded a historic profit of approximately RMB 438.3 million, representing a 24.1% increase compared to the same period last year, primarily driven by income from asset management and gains from the sale of subsidiaries[18] - The company's revenue for the year ended December 31, 2021, decreased to approximately RMB 1,259,700,000, a decline of 79.3% from approximately RMB 6,090,500,000 for the year ended December 31, 2020[55] - Revenue from quick loan services increased by 17.6% to RMB 159,400,000 for the year ended December 31, 2021, up from RMB 135,600,000 in the previous year[55] - Revenue from guarantee services rose significantly by 114.5% to approximately RMB 23,700,000 for the year ended December 31, 2021, compared to RMB 11,000,000 in the previous year[57] - Revenue from financing leasing services decreased by 50.5% to RMB 9,900,000 for the year ended December 31, 2021, down from RMB 20,100,000 in the previous year[56] Asset Management and Investments - Total assets as of December 31, 2021, amounted to RMB 8,319,847,000, up from RMB 8,148,490,000 in 2020, reflecting a growth of 2.1%[13] - The total liabilities decreased slightly to RMB (5,598,455,000) from RMB (5,800,170,000), showing a reduction of 3.5%[13] - The equity attributable to owners of the company rose to RMB 2,721,392,000, up from RMB 2,306,032,000, which is an increase of 18%[13] - The company plans to expand its market presence and invest in new technologies to enhance service offerings in the upcoming fiscal year[16] - The company is optimistic about valuable assets and maintains a balanced asset management portfolio to provide stable and diversified revenue sources amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic[18] - The company plans to cautiously manage its asset management business while actively exploring opportunities in the automotive e-commerce sector following the acquisition of Qiancheng Taifeng[91] Revenue Sources and Business Diversification - The company plans to establish and operate an automotive e-commerce business under the "Cherry Seed Auto" brand in China, focusing on five unique services including B2B and B2C platforms, integrated sales and marketing activities, after-sales services, and financial services for automotive supply chains[18] - The company plans to launch an online automotive e-commerce business in the second half of 2021 to diversify revenue sources[50] - The automotive e-commerce business recorded revenue of approximately RMB 21,500,000 in the fourth quarter of 2021[65] - Other income decreased by approximately RMB 12,500,000 or 15.8%, from RMB 79,100,000 in 2020 to RMB 66,600,000 in 2021[69] - Total revenue from asset management business, including rental income and management fees, was approximately RMB 12,700,000 for the year ended December 31, 2021[63] - Revenue from commodity trading business significantly decreased to approximately RMB 121,000,000 for the year ended December 31, 2021, down from RMB 5,196,300,000 in 2020[64] Corporate Governance and Compliance - The company has committed to establishing good corporate governance practices and procedures to fulfill its responsibilities to shareholders and enhance shareholder value[200] - The independent non-executive directors have confirmed compliance with non-competition commitments for the year ending December 31, 2021[195] - The auditor, Hong Kong Shinewing Certified Public Accountants Limited, has audited the consolidated financial statements for the year ending December 31, 2021, and is eligible for reappointment[197] - The company has not purchased insurance for directors against legal actions, as the directors believe the company should support them in such matters[200] Employee and Financial Stability - The company had 419 employees as of December 31, 2021, with total employee costs of approximately RMB 60.2 million, down from RMB 69.8 million in 2020[101] - As of December 31, 2021, the company's cash and bank balances totaled approximately RMB 328 million, down from RMB 421.2 million in 2020[103] - The company's capital debt ratio as of December 31, 2021, was 12.8%, compared to 12.5% in 2020, with a current ratio of 1.22 times[103] - The group had bank borrowings of approximately RMB 250.7 million secured against properties held for sale, with a carrying value of RMB 1,105.9 million as of December 31, 2021[104] - The group's available reserves for distribution to shareholders as of December 31, 2021, were approximately RMB 1,143.1 million, a decrease from RMB 1,195.9 million in 2020[132] Shareholder Information - The company's major shareholders include Expert Corporate with 3,017,300,000 shares (41.85%) and Ever Ultimate with 827,400,000 shares (11.48%) as of December 31, 2021[180] - The board proposed a final dividend of HKD 0.005 per share, subject to approval at the annual general meeting on June 29, 2022[111] - The group primarily engages in asset management, financial services, commodity trading, and automotive e-commerce[109] - As of December 31, 2021, at least 25% of the company's issued share capital is held by public shareholders, in compliance with listing rules[194] Risk Management - The company limits personal loans to no more than 20% of the overall loan portfolio to manage credit risk effectively[158] - The company has a credit risk assessment policy for all quick loan applications, which includes steps such as application, preliminary assessment, due diligence, and approval[162] - The preliminary assessment involves verifying the authenticity of documents and selecting applicants based on criteria such as legal business operations and healthy cash flow[163] - In-depth due diligence is conducted on applicants, focusing on their business, cash flow, and credit history[164] - After approval, the company regularly monitors borrowers and collateral to ensure proper loan usage and repayment[169] - The company may require additional collateral or immediate repayment if any negative impacts on loan recoverability are identified during monitoring[172] - The company may initiate legal proceedings to recover overdue payments if borrowers fail to repay on time[174]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In 2021, the company reported a revenue of approximately RMB 1.26 billion, with a net profit of RMB 440 million, marking a 24% year-on-year increase [4][6] - Earnings per share reached RMB 6.1, driven primarily by significant increases in asset management income [4][5] - The company's financial resources at the end of 2021 totaled RMB 6.86 billion, an increase of RMB 430 million from the previous year [7][8] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Financial services revenue increased by 7.7% to RMB 210 million, attributed to growth in quick loans due to increased demand during the pandemic [5][6] - Asset management income rose by approximately 30% to RMB 920 million, primarily from property sales [5][6] - Supply chain business revenue significantly declined to RMB 120 million, reflecting a strategic shift away from low-margin trade activities [5][6] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company successfully acquired a leading automotive new retail platform, which is expected to transform its market position and drive future growth [2][3] - The automotive market in China is estimated to be worth RMB 5 trillion, with significant opportunities for growth in new retail [13][14] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to transition from a financial services and asset management focus to becoming a leader in the automotive new retail sector [2][3] - The strategy includes developing five key platforms: wholesale, financial services, B2C lead generation, offline retail, and after-sales services [16][17] - The company plans to leverage its existing financial expertise to enhance risk management in the new retail business [23][24] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the company's ability to capitalize on the automotive new retail market, which is supported by government initiatives [22][23] - The company anticipates that the automotive new retail segment will match the performance of its asset management business within two years [22][23] - Management highlighted the importance of building partnerships with manufacturers and enhancing consumer experience through multi-brand retail environments [30][31] Other Important Information - The company has been included in major indices, enhancing its visibility and attracting international investors [3][4] - The company reported a low bad debt ratio of 2.2%, indicating effective risk management practices [23][24] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the current status of the property development projects? - The company has five ongoing projects with a pre-sale amount of approximately RMB 2.6 billion expected to be recognized in the next one to two years [21] Question: How will the company maintain growth across its diverse business lines? - The company plans to focus resources on the automotive new retail segment while continuing to explore opportunities in asset management [22][23] Question: What are the advantages of the new automotive retail business compared to previous operations? - The company leverages its strong risk management capabilities and aims to integrate its financial services with the new retail platform [23][24] Question: How does the competitive landscape look for the automotive new retail sector? - The company identifies a significant opportunity in the automotive new retail space, particularly against traditional single-brand retail models [25][26] Question: What are the key operational strategies for building the online and offline retail model? - The company emphasizes the importance of creating a multi-brand experience in physical retail locations to enhance consumer engagement [30][31]

Revenue Performance - Revenue from financial services reached RMB 103,836,000, an increase of 44.9% compared to RMB 71,642,000 in the same period last year[7] - Revenue from asset management business was RMB 66,990,000, down 45.5% from RMB 122,759,000 year-on-year[7] - Total revenue from commodity trading and other income amounted to RMB 120,958,000 and RMB 22,757,000 respectively, compared to RMB 2,551,968,000 and RMB 25,244,000 in the previous year[7] - Revenue from financial services for the six months ended June 30, 2021, was RMB 4,668 thousand, a significant increase from RMB 1,623 thousand in 2020, representing a growth of 187.5%[32] - Total revenue from other sources, including interest income from entrusted loans and financing lease services, reached RMB 103,836 thousand, up from RMB 71,642 thousand in the previous year, marking an increase of 45%[32] - Revenue from asset management business was RMB 66,990 thousand for the six months ended June 30, 2021, down from RMB 122,759 thousand in 2020, reflecting a decrease of 45.5%[35] - Revenue from commodity trading was RMB 120,958 thousand, a substantial decline from RMB 2,551,968 thousand in the previous year, indicating a decrease of 95.3%[35] - The total revenue for the group for the six months ended June 30, 2021, was RMB 291,784 thousand, compared to RMB 2,746,369 thousand in 2020, representing a decrease of 89.4%[43] Profitability - The net profit for the period was RMB 55,481,000, representing a significant increase of 139.9% from RMB 23,112,000 in the same period last year[7] - The total comprehensive income for the period was RMB 60,270,000, compared to RMB 21,395,000 in the previous year, marking an increase of 181.5%[9] - Basic and diluted earnings per share were both RMB 0.67, up from RMB 0.34 in the previous year[9] - The group reported a profit before tax of RMB 80,132 thousand for the six months ended June 30, 2021, compared to RMB 46,620 thousand in the same period of 2020, showing an increase of 71.5%[43] - For the six months ended June 30, 2021, the company reported a profit before tax of approximately RMB 48,451,000, compared to RMB 22,035,000 for the same period in 2020, representing an increase of 120%[63] - The company's profit attributable to owners for the six months ended June 30, 2021, was approximately RMB 48,500,000, an increase of 119.9% from RMB 22,000,000 in the same period of 2020[111] Assets and Liabilities - Non-current assets increased to RMB 1,823,214,000 from RMB 2,447,044,000 at the end of the previous year[12] - Current assets rose to RMB 7,765,576,000, compared to RMB 5,701,446,000 at the end of the previous year[12] - As of June 30, 2021, the total assets minus current liabilities amounted to RMB 3,042,009 thousand, compared to RMB 3,096,701 thousand as of December 31, 2020, reflecting a decrease of approximately 1.8%[15] - The total liabilities as of June 30, 2021, were RMB 662,148 thousand, down from RMB 748,381 thousand as of December 31, 2020, indicating a reduction of approximately 11.5%[15] - Total assets as of June 30, 2021, amounted to RMB 9,588,790 thousand, an increase from RMB 8,148,490 thousand as of December 31, 2020, reflecting a growth of 17.7%[47] - Total liabilities increased to RMB 7,208,929 thousand as of June 30, 2021, compared to RMB 5,800,170 thousand at the end of 2020, representing a rise of 24.2%[47] Cash Flow - The net cash generated from operating activities for the six months ended June 30, 2021, was RMB 270,989 thousand, a significant improvement from a net cash used of RMB (188,708) thousand in the same period of 2020[22] - The net cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period were RMB 122,879 thousand, compared to RMB 132,332 thousand at the end of the previous year, indicating a decrease of about 7.9%[22] - The company reported a net cash used in investing activities of RMB (99,268) thousand for the six months ended June 30, 2021, compared to RMB (37,164) thousand in the same period of 2020, reflecting an increase in investment outflows[22] - The financing activities resulted in a net cash used of RMB (137,880) thousand for the six months ended June 30, 2021, contrasting with a net cash inflow of RMB 217,751 thousand in the same period of 2020[22] Investments and Acquisitions - The company acquired Tianjin Free Trade Qiancheng Taifeng Technology Co., Ltd., which operates an online automotive e-commerce platform, in August 2021[114] - The acquisition of 51% equity in Shanghang Fengda for RMB 76,877,000 was completed on March 19, 2021, focusing on property development[115] - The company also acquired 100% equity in Jingning Waisha for a total consideration of RMB 490,000,000, with RMB 100,001,300 paid in cash and RMB 389,998,700 offsetting debts[116] - The company has no significant investments or acquisitions beyond those disclosed as of June 30, 2021[116] Corporate Governance - The company has adhered to the corporate governance code except for a deviation regarding insurance for directors facing legal actions, as no insurance has been purchased for directors[145] - There were no violations of the securities trading code by directors during the six months ended June 30, 2021[146] - All independent non-executive directors confirmed compliance with non-competition commitments during the reporting period[149] - The audit committee, consisting of two independent non-executive directors and one non-executive director, reviewed the unaudited consolidated results for the six months ended June 30, 2021[150]