Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for Q1 2023 was RMB 6,950,072,385.57, representing a year-on-year increase of 3.54%[4] - The net profit attributable to shareholders for Q1 2023 was RMB 800,793,127.47, a decrease of 30.89% compared to the same period last year, primarily due to a decline in gross margin from 26.24% to 19.84%[6] - Basic and diluted earnings per share for Q1 2023 were both RMB 0.26, reflecting a decrease of 29.73% year-on-year[4] - Total revenue for Q1 2023 reached RMB 6,950,072,385.57, an increase of 3.54% compared to RMB 6,712,290,632.48 in Q1 2022[16] - Operating profit for Q1 2023 is approximately ¥945.13 million, down 30.5% from ¥1.36 billion in the same period last year[17] - The net profit for Q1 2023 is approximately ¥800.79 million, a decrease of 30.9% compared to ¥1.16 billion in Q1 2022[17] - Earnings per share for Q1 2023 is ¥0.26, down from ¥0.37 in Q1 2022[17] Cash Flow and Liquidity - The net cash flow from operating activities decreased by 54.20% to RMB 333,494,806.92, mainly due to increased raw material purchases[6] - Cash flow from operating activities for Q1 2023 is approximately ¥333.49 million, a decrease of 54.3% compared to ¥728.21 million in Q1 2022[18] - Cash flow from investing activities shows a net outflow of approximately ¥969.36 million in Q1 2023, slightly higher than the outflow of ¥965.77 million in Q1 2022[19] - Cash flow from financing activities results in a net outflow of approximately ¥217.90 million in Q1 2023, compared to a net outflow of ¥107.41 million in Q1 2022[19] - The company raised approximately ¥640 million in new borrowings in Q1 2023, significantly higher than ¥210 million in Q1 2022[19] - The company's cash and cash equivalents decreased to RMB 3,450,756,112.91 from RMB 4,333,600,657.71 year-over-year[13] - The total cash and cash equivalents at the end of Q1 2023 is approximately ¥3.27 billion, an increase from ¥2.90 billion at the end of Q1 2022[19] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets at the end of Q1 2023 were RMB 24,527,015,822.15, a slight increase of 0.15% from the end of the previous year[4] - The company's total assets amounted to RMB 24,527,015,822.15, slightly up from RMB 24,490,222,471.46 at the end of Q1 2022[15] - Total liabilities increased to RMB 11,599,502,934.70, compared to RMB 10,974,089,118.69 in Q1 2022, reflecting a growth of 5.69%[15] - The company's equity attributable to shareholders decreased to RMB 12,927,512,887.45 from RMB 13,516,133,352.77 in the previous year, a decline of 4.35%[15] - Short-term borrowings rose to RMB 1,324,462,695.04, an increase of 23.6% from RMB 1,070,498,635.74 in Q1 2022[15] - The total non-current liabilities decreased to RMB 3,916,073,176.45 from RMB 4,301,661,573.36, a reduction of 8.93%[15] Shareholder Information - The top shareholder, Meng Qingshan, holds 28.07% of the shares, with a total of 854,103,033 shares[7] - The company completed a share buyback of 99,039,345 shares, accounting for 3.26% of the total share capital at that time, with an average repurchase price of RMB 10.09 per share[11] - The company has initiated a new employee stock ownership plan, purchasing 28,260,800 shares for a total of RMB 295,296,438, representing 0.93% of the total share capital[11] - The company plans to continue implementing share buybacks in accordance with regulatory requirements[11] Strategic Focus and Growth - The increase in operating revenue was mainly driven by growth in sales of flavoring agents and xanthan gum products[6] - The company’s strategic focus includes enhancing its market position through potential mergers and acquisitions, although specific targets were not disclosed[11] - Research and development expenses increased to RMB 70,825,927.68, a rise of 19.93% from RMB 59,037,845.21 in the same period last year[16]

Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for 2022 was approximately ¥27.94 billion, an increase of 21.14% compared to ¥23.06 billion in 2021[14]. - Net profit attributable to shareholders for 2022 reached approximately ¥4.41 billion, representing an 83.42% increase from ¥2.40 billion in 2021[14]. - The net profit after deducting non-recurring gains and losses was approximately ¥4.22 billion, up 101.69% from ¥2.09 billion in the previous year[14]. - The net cash flow from operating activities for 2022 was approximately ¥5.65 billion, a 51.43% increase from ¥3.73 billion in 2021[14]. - The total assets of the company at the end of 2022 were approximately ¥24.49 billion, reflecting a 16.73% increase from ¥20.98 billion at the end of 2021[14]. - The net assets attributable to shareholders at the end of 2022 were approximately ¥13.52 billion, a 26.64% increase from ¥10.67 billion at the end of 2021[14]. - The company achieved a total revenue of 27.937 billion RMB, representing a year-on-year growth of 21.14%[23]. - The basic earnings per share rose to 1.44 RMB, up 84.62% from 0.78 RMB in 2021[16]. - The weighted average return on equity increased to 35.95%, up 9.18 percentage points from the previous year[24]. - The company maintained a reasonable debt-to-asset ratio of 44.81%[24]. Dividend and Shareholder Returns - The company plans to distribute a cash dividend of ¥4.0 per 10 shares, totaling approximately ¥1.22 billion, subject to shareholder approval[2]. - The company declared a cash dividend of RMB 1,216,986,178.8, which accounts for 27.62% of the net profit attributable to shareholders[112]. - The total dividend amount, including cash dividends and share repurchases, reached RMB 2,117,601,589.9, representing 48.06% of the net profit attributable to shareholders[112]. Research and Development - The company introduced a significant number of high-educated talents to strengthen its R&D and engineering teams[23]. - R&D expenses amounted to CNY 829 million, representing a 9.73% increase from the previous year, attributed to increased investment in R&D projects[39]. - The company implemented a dual-driven strategy focusing on technology and management, with significant investments in research and development to maintain industry leadership[26]. - In 2022, the company authorized 27 invention patents, including 2 patents authorized in Japan, and filed 12 new patents[27]. Market and Product Development - The company aims to extend its pharmaceutical amino acids product line to downstream and end products, positioning itself as a leading expert and solution provider in the industry[28]. - The company's market share for adenosine has increased to approximately 70%, while proline's market share has expanded to 60%[29]. - The company has established partnerships with Danone and Nestlé in the special medical food sector, anticipating continued growth in demand[29]. - The company plans to launch a new xanthan gum project in Jilin Baicheng in the first half of 2023[28]. Operational Efficiency - The company maintained an inventory turnover period of approximately 60 days and accounts receivable turnover days of under 10 days, indicating high operational efficiency[36]. - The company has implemented standardized management practices, resulting in a 50% increase in efficiency for finished product and raw material vehicle processing times[30]. - The company achieved a 30% improvement in efficiency for corn transport from factory entry to exit[30]. Environmental and Social Responsibility - The company invested approximately 256.85 million yuan in environmental protection during the reporting period[124]. - The company has established a sustainable development management system and a three-year enhancement plan focusing on ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) strategies[81]. - The company is committed to sustainability, with plans to reduce carbon emissions by 20% over the next five years through improved operational efficiencies[88]. - The company has implemented an automatic monitoring system for wastewater and air emissions, ensuring accurate and timely data reporting[133]. Risk Management - The company faces risks from significant fluctuations in raw material prices, particularly corn and coal, which could adversely affect overall gross margins[76]. - The company is exposed to macroeconomic risks, including potential declines in consumer demand due to economic slowdowns or public health crises[77]. - The company is at risk from geopolitical tensions, particularly between the U.S. and China, which could impact its export business[78]. Corporate Governance - The company has established specialized committees under the board, including the remuneration and assessment committee, which is responsible for overseeing executive compensation[99]. - The company has not faced any penalties from securities regulatory agencies in the past three years[95]. - The company conducted a special audit of accounts receivable and accounts payable, leading to a comprehensive review and improvement of internal control processes in sales and procurement[81]. Share Buybacks and Equity Management - The company completed a share buyback of 26,084,878 shares, accounting for 0.84% of the total shares, with an average buyback price of 7.68 CNY per share, totaling 200.20 million CNY[178]. - The company plans to cancel the remaining repurchased shares, reducing its registered capital accordingly[182]. - The total number of shares held by directors and senior management at the end of the reporting period was 148,948,150, a decrease of 990,300 shares compared to the beginning of the year[87]. Audit and Compliance - The audit opinion confirmed that the financial statements fairly reflect the company's financial position as of December 31, 2022[193]. - Revenue recognition was identified as a key audit matter due to inherent risks of manipulation[195]. - The auditor evaluates the appropriateness of accounting policies and the reasonableness of accounting estimates made by management[197].

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Financial Performance - Revenue for Q3 2022 reached ¥6,601,538,523.32, a 25.55% increase compared to ¥5,258,021,313.79 in the same period last year[4] - Net profit attributable to shareholders was ¥868,244,074.94, representing a 168.95% increase from ¥322,829,844.65 year-on-year[4] - Net profit excluding non-recurring gains and losses was ¥854,513,403.83, up 185.29% from ¥299,523,886.60 in the previous year[4] - Basic earnings per share for Q3 2022 was ¥0.28, a 180.00% increase from ¥0.10 in the same quarter last year[4] - Diluted earnings per share also stood at ¥0.28, reflecting a 180.00% increase compared to ¥0.10 year-on-year[4] - The weighted average return on equity increased to 6.98%, up 3.53 percentage points from 3.45% in the previous year[4] - The company achieved operating revenue of 6.602 billion RMB in Q3 2022, an increase of 25.55% year-on-year, primarily due to a 30.46% increase in revenue from animal nutrition amino acid products and a 23.66% increase from food flavor optimization products[7] - Net profit attributable to shareholders reached 868 million RMB, a significant increase of 168.95% compared to the same period last year, driven by improved gross margin from 14.9% to 21.79%[7] - The net profit excluding non-recurring items was 855 million RMB, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 185.29% due to substantial growth in net profit[7] - For the first three quarters of 2022, the company reported operating revenue of 20.821 billion RMB, up 27.86% year-on-year, with animal nutrition amino acid products increasing by 34.05%[7] - The net profit attributable to shareholders for the first three quarters was 3.444 billion RMB, an increase of 159.49% year-on-year, with gross margin improving from 17% to 25.33%[7] - Operating profit for the first three quarters was ¥4.01 billion, up from ¥1.60 billion in the same period last year, marking an increase of 150.5%[14] - Earnings per share (EPS) for the first three quarters was ¥1.11, significantly higher than ¥0.43 in the same period last year[15] Cash Flow and Assets - Operating cash flow for the year-to-date period was ¥5,455,580,471.51, a 66.46% increase from ¥3,277,319,871.83 last year[4] - The net cash inflow from operating activities was CNY 5,455,580,471.51, an increase of 66.7% compared to CNY 3,277,319,871.83 in the previous year[16] - Total cash inflow from operating activities amounted to CNY 22,997,408,878.67, up from CNY 16,781,349,140.49, reflecting a growth of 37.5%[16] - Cash outflow for purchasing goods and services was CNY 14,578,608,257.55, compared to CNY 11,608,702,273.41, representing a 25.5% increase[16] - Cash flow from operating activities was ¥22.53 billion, compared to ¥16.52 billion in the same period of 2021, representing a growth of 36.4%[15] - Total current assets increased to ¥8,798,777,198.90 from ¥7,570,836,910.82 as of December 31, 2021, representing a growth of approximately 16.2%[11] - Cash and cash equivalents decreased slightly to ¥3,372,690,209.53 from ¥3,396,202,312.57, a decline of about 0.7%[11] - Accounts receivable rose significantly to ¥373,336,140.56, up from ¥280,597,054.53, marking an increase of approximately 33.1%[11] - Inventory decreased to ¥2,688,212,029.89 from ¥2,992,013,893.38, reflecting a decline of about 10.2%[11] - Total non-current assets increased marginally to ¥13,418,030,948.34 from ¥13,408,613,651.93, showing a growth of approximately 0.1%[12] - Total assets at the end of the reporting period were ¥20,921,200,513.89, a 5.90% increase from ¥22,216,808,147.24 at the end of the previous year[4] Shareholder Information - The company has a total of 95,983 common shareholders as of the end of the reporting period[9] - The largest shareholder, Meng Qingshan, holds 28.07% of the shares, with 854,103,033 shares pledged[9] Expenses and Financial Management - Research and development expenses amounted to ¥198.83 million, slightly up from ¥191.23 million in the previous year, indicating a focus on innovation[14] - Total operating costs increased to ¥16.88 billion, up from ¥14.72 billion, reflecting a rise of 14.7%[14] - The company reported a decrease in financial expenses to ¥53.27 million from ¥140.14 million, indicating improved financial management[14] - The gross profit margin improved, with gross profit reaching ¥4.94 billion, compared to ¥1.56 billion in the previous year[14] - The company experienced a net foreign exchange loss of ¥1.03 million, compared to a loss of ¥748,061.48 in the previous year, indicating a slight improvement in currency management[15] Tax and Employee Payments - The company received tax refunds amounting to CNY 388,233,192.16, compared to CNY 216,507,438.28, which is an increase of 79.3%[16] - Cash paid to employees was CNY 1,021,173,581.78, an increase from CNY 875,837,850.44, representing a growth of 16.6%[16] - The cash outflow for taxes paid was CNY 1,033,536,331.87, significantly higher than CNY 505,071,878.91, indicating a rise of 104.5%[16] Strategic Developments - The company has not reported any significant new strategies or product developments in the current quarter[10]

Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for the first half of 2022 reached CNY 14.22 billion, an increase of 28.96% compared to CNY 11.03 billion in the same period last year[18]. - Net profit attributable to shareholders was CNY 2.58 billion, representing a significant increase of 156.45% from CNY 1.00 billion year-on-year[18]. - The net cash flow from operating activities was CNY 3.47 billion, up 207.20% from CNY 1.13 billion in the previous year[18]. - The total assets of the company at the end of the reporting period were CNY 23.72 billion, a growth of 13.05% compared to CNY 20.98 billion at the end of the previous year[18]. - The net assets attributable to shareholders increased to CNY 12.00 billion, reflecting a 12.43% rise from CNY 10.67 billion at the end of the previous year[18]. - Basic earnings per share for the first half of 2022 were CNY 0.83, a 159.38% increase from CNY 0.32 in the same period last year[19]. - The weighted average return on equity was 21.37%, up from 10.64% year-on-year, indicating improved profitability[19]. - The company achieved a revenue of CNY 14.22 billion, an increase of 28.96% compared to the same period last year, driven by increased lysine production and rising prices of various products[44]. - The revenue from feed amino acids reached CNY 5.67 billion, up 37.52% year-on-year, while the revenue from flavor enhancers was CNY 4.64 billion, a 22.43% increase[44]. - The operating profit margin improved significantly, with net cash flow from operating activities increasing by 207.20% to CNY 3.47 billion, attributed to higher sales revenue[44][45]. Industry Position and Operations - The company operates in the bio-manufacturing industry, focusing on amino acid products, with production bases in Inner Mongolia, Xinjiang, and Jilin, and R&D centers in Langfang and Shanghai[24]. - The company has developed a full lifecycle chain system for synthetic biology products, achieving industry-leading technical indicators and rapid production capabilities[24]. - In the first half of 2022, the company launched new upgraded strains of glutamic acid, threonine, and guanosine, while a new colloid product, xanthan gum, has officially entered production[25][26]. - The company holds 12 new patents in synthetic biology, including 2 patents authorized in Japan, enhancing its global industry position[26]. - The company has become the largest global supplier of lysine and threonine, benefiting from improved industry competition and rising prices of soybean meal[29]. - Exports of lysine esters and salts increased by 45% year-on-year, while threonine exports grew by 15.9% in the first five months of 2022[29]. - The company is positioned to capitalize on the growing demand for amino acids in various applications, supported by its advanced production capabilities and R&D efforts[25]. Financial Health and Cash Flow - The company's cash and cash equivalents increased to ¥4.64 billion, accounting for 19.58% of total assets, up 36.74% year-on-year due to increased sales revenue[48]. - The company's accounts receivable rose to ¥368.39 million, representing 1.55% of total assets, a 31.29% increase year-on-year attributed to higher sales volume[48]. - The company's total assets for its subsidiary Tongliao Meihua reached ¥6.51 billion, with a net profit of ¥743 million for the first half of 2022[54]. - The company's total assets for its subsidiary Xinjiang Meihua amounted to ¥6.63 billion, generating a net profit of ¥1.03 billion during the same period[54]. - The company's total assets for its subsidiary Jilin Meihua were ¥6.37 billion, with a net profit of ¥511 million as of June 30, 2022[54]. - The company's derivative financial assets increased by 184.63% to ¥6.48 million, reflecting fluctuations in the fair value of forward contracts[48]. - The company's other receivables grew by 67.15% to ¥205.93 million, mainly due to an increase in receivables for export tax refunds[48]. - The company's long-term receivables increased by 91.74% to ¥250,012.17, attributed to higher guarantees for financing leases[48]. Environmental and Social Responsibility - The company established an energy conservation and emission reduction committee to enhance its green manufacturing efforts, increasing investment in environmental protection[57]. - The company has achieved a wastewater closed-loop recycling rate of over 93% at Tongliao, utilizing advanced Dutch water treatment technology with an investment of several hundred million yuan[73]. - The company has implemented a comprehensive pollution control strategy, with emissions of SO2 below 35 mg/m³ and NOX below 50 mg/m³ at Xinjiang, adhering to ultra-low emission standards since 2017[75]. - The company has invested approximately 70 million yuan in environmental protection measures, with an additional annual operating cost of 18 million yuan for new environmental technologies[77]. - The company has successfully completed environmental impact assessments for new projects, including the production of granular L-threonine and nucleic acid residue, with approvals obtained[78]. - The company has established online monitoring systems for emissions, ensuring real-time data upload to environmental authorities[75]. - The company has achieved a reduction of 20% in odor removal efficiency through the addition of deep oxidation odor removal devices in its fermentation and product drying processes[77]. - The company has maintained compliance with national discharge standards, with total emissions not exceeding permitted limits across its subsidiaries[71]. Corporate Governance and Compliance - The company has not reported any non-operating fund occupation by controlling shareholders or related parties during the reporting period[94]. - The company has not received any non-standard audit opinions for the previous annual report[95]. - The company has not reported any violations or penalties involving its directors, supervisors, senior management, or controlling shareholders during the reporting period[100]. - The company has committed to maintaining independence in operations and adhering to relevant regulations post-restructuring[93]. - The company has outlined its responsibilities regarding the resolution of non-operating debts related to its subsidiary, ensuring that obligations are met according to prior agreements[97]. - The company has confirmed that there are no significant changes in the status of previous litigation matters that were disclosed in temporary announcements[96]. Shareholder and Capital Management - The company completed a share repurchase plan in 2021, repurchasing 34,222,000 shares, which is 1.10% of the total share capital, for a total expenditure of CNY 200,480,500[104]. - As of May 9, 2022, the company had repurchased 26,084,878 shares, representing 0.84% of the total shares, with a total expenditure of CNY 200,201,500[106]. - The company plans to distribute cash dividends of approximately CNY 1.239 billion for the 2021 fiscal year, with a distribution ratio of CNY 4.0 per 10 shares[108]. - The company's registered capital will decrease from CNY 3,098,619,928 to CNY 3,042,465,447 after the completion of share cancellations[111]. - The total number of shares held by the top ten shareholders is 854,103,033, accounting for 27.56% of the total shares[114]. - The repurchase account holds 56,154,481 shares, representing 1.81% of the total share capital, all of which are to be canceled[114]. Legal and Regulatory Matters - There are significant litigation matters involving the company, particularly related to the transfer of equity in a subsidiary, which includes obligations for compensation due to prior debts[95]. - The company is actively monitoring ongoing litigation related to its subsidiary and will pursue legal responsibility if any losses occur[99]. - The company has committed to taking effective measures to avoid engaging in competitive businesses with its subsidiaries after the completion of the major asset restructuring[93].

Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for Q1 2022 was RMB 6,712,290,632.48, representing a 26.45% increase compared to RMB 5,308,348,754.19 in the same period last year[4]. - Net profit attributable to shareholders reached RMB 1,158,775,246.72, a significant increase of 183.71% from RMB 408,441,231.32 year-on-year[4]. - The net profit after deducting non-recurring gains and losses was RMB 1,136,042,840.95, up 193.39% from RMB 387,215,033.23 in the previous year[4]. - The net cash flow from operating activities improved to RMB 728,205,947.13, a 308.75% increase from a negative RMB 348,842,872.03 in the same period last year[4]. - Basic and diluted earnings per share were both RMB 0.37, reflecting a 184.62% increase compared to RMB 0.13 in the previous year[4]. - The weighted average return on equity rose to 10.35%, up from 4.4% in the same period last year, marking a 5.95% increase[4]. - The gross profit margin improved from 16.47% to 26.24%, contributing to the significant increase in net profit[7]. - Total revenue for Q1 2022 reached ¥6,712,290,632.48, an increase of 26.4% compared to ¥5,308,348,754.19 in Q1 2021[18]. - The net profit for Q1 2022 was CNY 1,158,775,246.72, a significant increase from CNY 414,970,065.30 in Q1 2021, representing a growth of approximately 178.5%[19]. - Operating profit for Q1 2022 reached CNY 1,359,112,502.61, compared to CNY 497,242,044.83 in the same period last year, indicating a year-over-year increase of about 173%[19]. Assets and Liabilities - The total assets at the end of the reporting period were RMB 22,373,434,883.94, a 6.64% increase from RMB 20,921,200,513.89 at the end of the previous year[4]. - Total assets increased to ¥22,373,434,883.94 from ¥20,979,450,562.75, reflecting a growth of 6.6%[18]. - Total liabilities amounted to ¥10,531,409,090.49, up from ¥10,306,761,328.24, indicating an increase of 2.2%[18]. - The company's total liabilities as of March 31, 2022, were CNY 6,964,728,562.82, compared to CNY 6,711,319,376.80 at the end of 2021, an increase of 3.8%[26]. Shareholder Equity and Stock Repurchase - Shareholders' equity attributable to the parent company increased to RMB 11,842,025,793.45, reflecting a 10.96% rise from RMB 10,621,533,338.75 at the end of the previous year[4]. - As of September 28, 2021, the company completed its share repurchase plan, having repurchased 34.22 million shares, accounting for 1.10% of the total share capital[12]. - The total amount spent on the share repurchase was RMB 200.48 million[12]. - The company has repurchased a total of 17.1621 million shares as of the latest announcement, which is 0.55% of the total share capital, with a total expenditure of RMB 120.186 million[13]. - The company plans to cancel 30.0696 million shares from the repurchased stock, reducing its registered capital[12]. - The company’s major shareholders include Meng Qingshan with 854.1 million shares and Chen Zhan with 102.5 million shares[10]. - The company’s stock repurchase plan is in compliance with the regulations of the Shanghai Stock Exchange[13]. Cash Flow and Investment Activities - The cash flow from operating activities for Q1 2022 was CNY 728,205,947.13, a turnaround from a negative cash flow of CNY -348,842,872.03 in Q1 2021[22]. - The total cash outflow from investing activities in Q1 2022 was CNY 974,154,775.39, compared to CNY 578,499,320.80 in Q1 2021, indicating increased investment efforts[22]. - Cash inflow from operating activities totaled CNY 5,090,100,956.01, compared to CNY 3,260,896,894.61 in the same period last year, indicating a year-over-year increase of about 56.1%[31]. - The net cash flow from financing activities was CNY 449,375,431.24, compared to CNY 12,878,677.96 in the same quarter last year, showing a significant increase[32]. Research and Development - Research and development expenses for Q1 2022 were CNY 59,037,845.21, slightly up from CNY 58,177,873.82 in Q1 2021, indicating a focus on innovation[19].

Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for 2021 was approximately CNY 22.84 billion, representing a year-on-year increase of 33.94% compared to CNY 17.05 billion in 2020[17]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders of the listed company reached approximately CNY 2.35 billion, a significant increase of 139.40% from CNY 982 million in 2020[17]. - The net profit after deducting non-recurring gains and losses was approximately CNY 2.04 billion, up 123.89% from CNY 911 million in the previous year[17]. - The net cash flow from operating activities was approximately CNY 3.67 billion, an increase of 120.91% compared to CNY 1.66 billion in 2020[17]. - The total assets of the company at the end of 2021 were approximately CNY 20.92 billion, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 10.15%[17]. - The net assets attributable to shareholders of the listed company were approximately CNY 10.62 billion, an increase of 16.90% from CNY 9.09 billion at the end of 2020[17]. - The basic earnings per share for 2021 was 0.76 RMB, up 137.50% compared to 0.32 RMB in 2020[18]. - The weighted average return on equity was 26.32%, an increase of 15.33 percentage points from the previous year[18]. - The company reported a net cash flow from operating activities of 2.149 billion RMB in Q3 2021, a significant recovery from a negative cash flow of -348.84 million RMB in Q1 2021[20]. - The company achieved a revenue growth of 33.94% year-on-year, reaching 22.837 billion CNY, with a net profit increase of 139.40% to 2.351 billion CNY[26]. Dividend and Shareholder Returns - The company plans to distribute a cash dividend of CNY 4.0 per 10 shares, amounting to an estimated total of approximately CNY 1.24 billion[4]. - The company has distributed a total of 4.7 billion RMB in cash dividends since 2016, representing 90.64% of the total net profit during this period[51]. - The proposed cash dividend for the fiscal year 2021 is 4.0 yuan per 10 shares, totaling an estimated distribution of around 1.239 billion yuan[127]. Research and Development - The company has invested 649 million RMB in R&D, focusing on optimizing technical indicators and improving conversion efficiency[50]. - The company has applied for over 40 patents related to amino acid synthetic biology in 2021, indicating a surge in intellectual property output[50]. - The company has established collaborations with top domestic research institutions to develop high-performance strains using synthetic biology[37]. - The company’s research and development efforts are focused on creating high-yield strains that can meet the growing industrial demand for amino acids[36]. - The company has implemented a vitamin B2 technical transformation project that has commenced production, marking one of the few vitamins produced via fermentation[41]. Production and Capacity - The lysine production capacity reached 300,000 tons with the completion of the Baicheng Phase III project, solidifying the company's position as the largest amino acid producer globally[27]. - The production capacity for lysine and MSG reached over 1 million tons and 250,000 tons respectively, positioning the company as a leader in the industry[49]. - The production volume of animal nutrition amino acids reached 2,072,874 tons, with a year-on-year increase of 0.85%[62]. - The company’s lysine production capacity has increased to 300,000 tons, making it the largest supplier of lysine and threonine globally[82]. Market and Pricing - The sales price of lysine increased by 37.63% year-on-year, while the price of threonine rose by 44.75% compared to 2020[28]. - The average price of lysine in 2021 was 10.97 RMB/kg, up 47.21% year-on-year, indicating significant improvement in industry profitability[83]. - The company experienced a significant increase in profitability for its main products, including MSG and amino acids, due to price increases that outpaced raw material cost rises[25]. Environmental and Sustainability Efforts - The company has implemented a series of environmental protection measures, achieving SO2 emissions below 35 mg/m³ and NOX emissions below 50 mg/m³ in its Xinjiang facility[144]. - The company aims to reduce energy consumption per unit of GDP by 13.5% and carbon dioxide emissions by 18% by 2025 compared to 2020 levels[155]. - The company has received multiple awards for its environmental efforts, including national "Green Factory" titles for its production bases[157]. - The wastewater recycling rate in Tongliao Company reached over 93%, with significant resource recovery from high-concentration wastewater[146]. Governance and Compliance - The company’s governance structure complies with legal and regulatory requirements without significant discrepancies[100]. - The audit department improved the sales internal control risk manual and conducted training, identifying 17 core control processes in key business areas[99]. - The company has not faced any penalties from securities regulatory authorities in the past three years, indicating compliance with regulations[112]. - The company has established a complete internal control self-inspection system with the assistance of external professionals, aimed at identifying key business risks and improving governance[172]. Employee Engagement and Welfare - The company aims to double the income of frontline employees within five years, promoting higher performance through various incentive methods[123]. - A total of 1,478,000 hours were outsourced, with total payments for outsourced labor amounting to approximately 52.38 million[126]. - The company has established a standardized training process, successfully training 98 middle management personnel and 1,330 outstanding employees in 2021[124]. Risks and Challenges - The company is facing risks from potential changes in overseas market policies and trade barriers affecting sales[96]. - The company has committed to avoiding any business activities that may compete with its main operations during the control period of its major shareholder, Meng Qingshan[163]. - The company has not reported any significant litigation or arbitration matters for the year[166]. Share Repurchase and Capital Management - The company has completed a share repurchase plan, acquiring 34,222,000 shares, which is 1.10% of the total share capital, at an average price of RMB 5.86 per share, totaling RMB 200,480,500[182]. - The company is actively pursuing share repurchase plans in compliance with regulatory requirements, ensuring timely disclosure of information[182]. - The company has engaged Da Hua Accounting Firm for auditing services, with a remuneration of 1,400,000 RMB for the financial report audit[165].

Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for Q3 2021 reached ¥5,258,021,313.79, an increase of 33.49% compared to the same period last year[4] - The net profit attributable to shareholders for Q3 2021 was ¥322,829,844.65, reflecting a significant increase of 76.06% year-on-year[4] - The net profit attributable to shareholders after deducting non-recurring gains and losses was ¥299,523,886.60, up by 51.82% compared to the previous year[4] - The basic earnings per share for Q3 2021 was ¥0.10, representing a growth of 66.67% year-on-year[4] - The weighted average return on net assets increased by 1.38 percentage points to 3.45% for Q3 2021[4] - For the first three quarters of 2021, the operating revenue totaled ¥16,284,527,923.18, an increase of 34.85% compared to the same period last year[8] - The net profit attributable to shareholders for the first three quarters was ¥1,327,033,599.42, marking a 62.01% increase year-on-year[8] - The net profit attributable to shareholders after deducting non-recurring gains and losses for the first three quarters was ¥1,272,998,833.48, up by 68.02% compared to the previous year[8] - The net cash flow from operating activities for the first three quarters increased by 107.72% year-on-year, totaling ¥3,277,319,871.83[8] - Total operating revenue for the first three quarters of 2021 reached RMB 16.28 billion, a 35.5% increase from RMB 12.08 billion in the same period of 2020[14] - Net profit attributable to shareholders of the parent company was RMB 1.33 billion, representing a 61.8% increase compared to RMB 819.10 million in the previous year[15] - Basic earnings per share rose to RMB 0.43, compared to RMB 0.26 in the same period last year[15] - Cash flow from operating activities totaled RMB 16.78 billion, an increase of 34.1% from RMB 12.51 billion in the prior year[16] - The company reported a profit before tax of RMB 1.59 billion, a significant increase from RMB 989.29 million in the same period of 2020[14] - The total comprehensive income for the period was RMB 1.35 billion, compared to RMB 835.58 million in the previous year[15] Shareholder Information - The total number of common shareholders at the end of the reporting period was 104,146, with the top 10 shareholders holding a combined 40.18% of shares[9] - The total number of shares held by the largest shareholder, Meng Qingshan, is 854,103,033, representing 27.56% of the total shares[9] - The second-largest shareholder, Hu Jijun, holds 139,792,151 shares, accounting for 4.51%[9] - The total number of shares held by the top 10 shareholders includes significant stakes from various investment funds and individuals[9] - The company completed a share buyback of 34.22 million shares, accounting for 1.10% of the total share capital, with an average repurchase price of 5.86 RMB per share[10] - The highest repurchase price was 7.11 RMB per share, while the lowest was 4.77 RMB per share[10] - The company has disclosed its share repurchase results on the Shanghai Stock Exchange, ensuring transparency for investors[10] Assets and Liabilities - Current assets totaled approximately $6.33 billion, an increase of 14.1% from $5.55 billion in the previous period[12] - Cash and cash equivalents reached approximately $2.76 billion, up from $1.57 billion, representing a growth of 75.8%[12] - Inventory decreased to approximately $1.94 billion, down 12.8% from $2.22 billion[12] - Total liabilities amounted to approximately $10.12 billion, an increase of 4.6% from $9.68 billion[13] - Contract liabilities increased significantly to approximately $1.29 billion, up 50.3% from $858.27 million[13] - Total equity attributable to shareholders rose to approximately $9.44 billion, an increase of 4.0% from $9.09 billion[13] - Short-term borrowings decreased to approximately $1.11 billion, down 10.5% from $1.24 billion[13] - Long-term borrowings slightly increased to approximately $3.92 billion, up from $3.91 billion[13] - The total assets of the company reached approximately $19.78 billion, reflecting a growth of 4.1% from $18.99 billion[13] - The total liabilities stood at CNY 5,551,767,321.73, with short-term borrowings at CNY 1,239,894,032.36[20] - Shareholders' equity totaled approximately $9.32 billion, with total equity attributable to the parent company at around $9.09 billion[21] - The company reported a capital reserve of approximately $2.16 billion and undistributed profits of about $3.32 billion[21] Operational Insights - The revenue growth was driven by increased sales in animal nutrition amino acid products and food flavor optimization products, with significant contributions from price increases and production capacity releases[7] - The company experienced a decrease in sales expenses, which were RMB 249.15 million, down from RMB 879.28 million year-over-year[14] - Research and development expenses for the first three quarters amounted to RMB 191.23 million, up 12.2% from RMB 170.37 million in the previous year[14] - The company plans to continue expanding its market presence and investing in new product development to drive future growth[14] - The cash flow from operating activities reflects a robust operational performance, contributing positively to the overall financial health of the company[18] Regulatory and Compliance - The financial statements as of September 30, 2021, are unaudited, indicating ongoing financial assessments[11] - The company has not completed the asset transfer yet and is working to ensure a smooth delivery[10] - The company has implemented new leasing standards starting from 2021, which may impact future financial reporting[18] - The company adopted the revised Accounting Standards for Leases from January 1, 2021, impacting the classification of related assets and liabilities[22]

Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for the first half of 2021 reached ¥11,026,506,609.39, representing a 35.51% increase compared to ¥8,137,117,767.97 in the same period last year[14]. - Net profit attributable to shareholders was ¥1,004,203,754.77, a 57.96% increase from ¥635,744,288.10 in the previous year[14]. - The net profit after deducting non-recurring gains and losses was ¥973,474,946.88, up 73.72% from ¥560,365,034.04 year-on-year[14]. - Basic earnings per share for the first half of 2021 were ¥0.32, a 60.00% increase from ¥0.20 in the same period last year[15]. - The diluted earnings per share also stood at ¥0.32, reflecting the same growth rate of 60.00%[15]. - The company achieved a sales revenue of 11.027 billion yuan, representing a year-on-year growth of 35.51%[26]. - Net profit attributable to shareholders reached 1.004 billion yuan, an increase of 57.96% compared to the first half of 2020[26]. - The amino acid segment generated a revenue of 5.71 billion yuan, accounting for 51.78% of total revenue, with a year-on-year growth of 38.31%[28]. - The food flavor optimization segment reported a revenue of 4.04 billion yuan, up 37.43% year-on-year, driven by the release of 250,000 tons of MSG production capacity[33]. Cash Flow and Assets - The net cash flow from operating activities was ¥1,128,667,495.98, an increase of 12.22% compared to ¥1,005,739,917.04 in the same period last year[14]. - Cash and cash equivalents increased by 34.07% to ¥2,107,373,754.02, representing 10.60% of total assets, driven by increased sales revenue[35]. - Accounts receivable rose by 80.58% to ¥460,596,145.63, accounting for 2.32% of total assets, due to higher sales income[35]. - Inventory increased by 29.20% to ¥2,871,447,161.63, making up 14.44% of total assets, primarily due to an increase in materials and product stock[35]. - The total assets of the company at the end of the reporting period were ¥19,880,931,060.98, a 4.67% increase from ¥18,993,308,032.70 at the end of the previous year[14]. - The company's total liabilities stood at approximately ¥10.45 billion, an increase from ¥9.68 billion at the end of 2020, marking a rise of about 7.97%[88]. Production and Operations - The company operates three main production bases located in Tongliao, Xinjiang, and Jilin, utilizing advanced production equipment and achieving international leading production parameters[19]. - The company focuses on the research and development of amino acid products, including lysine, threonine, and glutamic acid, which are in stable growth phases[18]. - The company has seen a significant increase in corn imports, with a cumulative import volume of approximately 16.35 million tons, a 490% increase compared to the same period last year[21]. - The average operating rate for the lysine industry decreased to 57% and for threonine to 78% by the end of June 2021[26]. - The company’s production capacity for lysine, threonine, and MSG ranks among the industry leaders, reinforcing its market position[27]. Environmental and Compliance Efforts - The company invested CNY 1.5 billion to build two water reuse workshops, significantly reducing water usage and wastewater discharge[48]. - The company has invested over CNY 500 million to build two wastewater treatment plants using advanced Dutch technology, achieving compliance with national discharge standards[49]. - The company has established emergency response plans for environmental pollution incidents at its subsidiaries in Tongliao, Xinjiang, and Jilin, which have been filed with local environmental protection bureaus[54]. - The company has not faced any administrative penalties related to environmental issues during the reporting period[56]. - The company is committed to developing new environmental technologies to meet increasing regulatory demands[41]. Shareholder and Equity Information - The company plans to distribute a cash dividend of RMB 3.0 per 10 shares, totaling RMB 925.886 million for the 2020 fiscal year[80]. - The total share capital after the cancellation of shares is now 3,098,619,928 shares[80]. - The company has a total guarantee amount of 3,024,643,425.99 RMB, which accounts for 32.93% of the company's net assets[77]. - The company has a total of 50,000,000 shares under the 2021 employee stock ownership plan, accounting for 1.61% of the total shares[84]. - The top ten shareholders hold a total of 1,200,000,000 shares, with Meng Qingshan owning 854,103,033 shares, representing 27.55% of the total[84]. Risks and Challenges - The company faces risks from raw material price fluctuations, particularly corn and coal, which significantly impact production costs[40]. - Increased investment in environmental protection and compliance is anticipated due to stricter regulations, potentially shrinking profit margins if product prices decline[41]. - The company is closely monitoring international trade policy changes that could affect revenue from exports to Europe and the U.S.[41]. Future Outlook and Strategy - The company plans to enhance safety management through training and establishing a safety production system to prevent accidents[41]. - The company is set to launch a new lysine project in the fourth quarter of 2021, which will increase lysine production capacity to over one million tons[29]. - The company plans to focus on expanding its market presence and developing new products to drive future growth[105]. - The management indicated a commitment to improving operational efficiency and reducing costs in the upcoming quarters[105].