证券代码：601098 股票简称：中南传媒 编号：临 2023-040 中南出版传媒集团股份有限公司 关于聘任公司副总经理的公告 惩戒。 钟武勇，男，1976 年 8 月出生，中国国籍，无境外居留权，汉 族，湖南益阳人，中共党员，高级经济师，中南大学工商管理硕士。 1998 年 7 月至 2001 年 10 月任湖南省新华书店人事部科员，2001 年 10月至2004年9月历任湖南出版集团人力资源部干事、副科级干事。 2004 年 9 月至 2015 年 7 月历任湖南出版投资控股集团有限公司人力 资源部主管、老干部工作办公室主任、人力资源部副部长兼离退休人 员办公室主任。2015 年 7 月至今任中南出版传媒集团股份有限公司 人力资源部部长。钟武勇未持有公司股票，未受过中国证监会及其他 有关部门的处罚和证券交易所惩戒。 特此公告。 中南出版传媒集团股份有限公司董事会 本公司董事会及全体董事保证本公告内容不存在任何虚假记载、误导性陈 述或者重大遗漏，并对其内容的真实性、准确性和完整性承担法律责任。 中南出版传媒集团股份有限公司（以下简称"公司"）于 2023 年 8 月 23 日召开第五届董事会第十二次会议， ...

Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for Q1 2023 was ¥2,663,928,479.94, representing a year-on-year increase of 10.98%[4] - The net profit attributable to shareholders of the listed company was ¥347,367,324.80, reflecting a growth of 28.68% compared to the same period last year[4] - The basic earnings per share for the period was ¥0.19, an increase of 26.67% year-on-year[4] - Total operating revenue for Q1 2023 reached ¥2,663,928,479.94, an increase of 10.96% compared to ¥2,400,377,332.54 in Q1 2022[17] - Net profit for Q1 2023 was ¥354,819,942.51, representing a 22.8% increase from ¥289,185,773.75 in Q1 2022[18] - The company’s total comprehensive income for Q1 2023 was ¥354,819,942.51, compared to ¥289,185,773.75 in Q1 2022, reflecting a growth of 22.8%[18] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets at the end of the reporting period were ¥24,677,783,467.80, a decrease of 0.57% from the end of the previous year[5] - The equity attributable to shareholders of the listed company increased by 2.37% to ¥14,990,267,263.74 compared to the end of the previous year[5] - The total liabilities decreased to ¥8,875,828,745.43 in Q1 2023 from ¥9,371,644,610.00 in Q1 2022, a reduction of approximately 5.29%[16] - The total equity increased to ¥15,801,954,722.37 in Q1 2023 from ¥15,447,108,501.86 in Q1 2022, marking a growth of about 2.29%[16] - The total assets amounted to ¥24,677,783,467.80 in Q1 2023, slightly down from ¥24,818,753,111.86 in Q1 2022[16] Cash Flow - The net cash flow from operating activities was negative at -¥1,482,054,460.56[4] - In Q1 2023, the cash inflow from operating activities was CNY 3,571,138,549.07, an increase of 3.7% compared to CNY 3,443,229,213.70 in Q1 2022[19] - The net cash outflow from operating activities was CNY -1,482,054,460.56, worsening from CNY -648,986,728.40 in the same period last year[19] - The cash inflow from investment activities totaled CNY 759,097,253.86, down 38.4% from CNY 1,235,474,270.66 in Q1 2022[20] - The total cash and cash equivalents at the end of Q1 2023 were CNY 8,346,925,456.63, a decrease from CNY 9,381,070,423.07 at the end of Q1 2022[20] Shareholder Information - The total number of ordinary shareholders at the end of the reporting period was 23,332[9] - The company has a major shareholder, Hunan Publishing Investment Holding Group Co., Ltd., holding 61.46% of the shares, indicating strong control over the company[10] Research and Development - Research and development expenses for Q1 2023 were ¥26,216,919.79, up from ¥24,770,519.23 in Q1 2022, indicating an increase of 5.83%[17] - Research and development expenses increased to CNY 2,758,039.78, up 66.7% from CNY 1,655,039.87 in Q1 2022[23] Financial Management and Compliance - The company did not conduct an audit for the Q1 financial statements[3] - The company has not adopted new accounting standards or interpretations for the first quarter of 2023[27] - The report was announced by the board of directors on April 23, 2023[27] - The financial report reflects the company's ongoing commitment to transparency and compliance with regulatory requirements[27] - The company continues to monitor its financial performance closely in light of market conditions[27] - There are no significant changes in accounting policies affecting the financial statements for the current period[27] - The company remains focused on maintaining a strong liquidity position[27] - The report indicates a stable financial environment for the company moving forward[27] - The management team is committed to strategic financial planning and risk management[27] - The company is preparing for future growth opportunities while ensuring financial stability[27]

Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for 2022 was approximately CNY 12.46 billion, representing a 10% increase compared to CNY 11.33 billion in 2021[16]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders for 2022 was approximately CNY 1.40 billion, a decrease of 7.67% from CNY 1.52 billion in 2021[16]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders after deducting non-recurring gains and losses increased by 12.04% to approximately CNY 1.47 billion in 2022[16]. - The net cash flow from operating activities for 2022 was approximately CNY 2.03 billion, a significant recovery from a negative cash flow of CNY 454 million in 2021[16]. - The total assets at the end of 2022 were approximately CNY 24.82 billion, reflecting a 3.15% increase from CNY 24.06 billion at the end of 2021[16]. - The basic earnings per share for 2022 was CNY 0.78, down 7.14% from CNY 0.84 in 2021[17]. - The diluted earnings per share for 2022 also stood at CNY 0.78, consistent with the basic earnings per share[17]. - The weighted average return on equity for 2022 was 9.70%, a decrease of 1.05 percentage points from 10.75% in 2021[17]. - The company reported a net profit of approximately CNY 328 million in Q4 2022, with total revenue for the quarter reaching approximately CNY 3.77 billion[19]. Dividend and Share Capital - The company plans to distribute a cash dividend of 6 CNY per 10 shares, totaling approximately 1,077,600,000 CNY, which represents 77.01% of the net profit attributable to shareholders for the year 2022[4]. - The total share capital as of April 23, 2023, is 1.796 billion shares[4]. - The company does not plan to implement any capital reserve transfer to increase share capital or other forms of distribution[4]. Audit and Compliance - The company received a standard unqualified audit report from Tianzhi International Accounting Firm[3]. - The company’s financial report is guaranteed to be true, accurate, and complete by its responsible persons[3]. - The company has not violated any decision-making procedures for providing guarantees[5]. - The company has not encountered any violations regarding guarantees during the reporting period[148]. - The company has not received any non-standard audit opinions from the accounting firm[148]. Market Position and Share - The company's market share in the national comprehensive book retail market was 3.16%, ranking fourth[26]. - The market share in the national online bookstore book retail market was 3.31%, also ranking fourth[26]. - The company ranked third in operating income and fourth in net profit among 29 listed companies in the publishing and media industry in China[29]. Research and Development - R&D expenses rose significantly by 128.58% to CNY 145,028,764.92, indicating a strong focus on innovation[33]. - The company’s R&D investment for the reporting period was CNY 145.03 million, a year-on-year increase of 128.58% from CNY 63.45 million in 2021, representing 1.16% of operating revenue, up 0.60 percentage points year-on-year[52]. - The company’s R&D projects included the development of an online printing quality detection system and an AI smart classroom platform, among others[52]. Operational Efficiency and Cost Management - The overall gross margin decreased by 1.64 percentage points to 41.98%[36]. - The company aims to improve operational efficiency, targeting a reduction in costs by 8% through process optimization[101]. - The company has implemented cost-cutting measures that are expected to reduce operational expenses by 8%[102]. Strategic Initiatives and Future Outlook - The company provided a revenue guidance for 2023, expecting a growth rate of 10% to 12% compared to 2022[99]. - The company plans to invest 200 million RMB in R&D for new technologies aimed at enhancing digital content delivery[99]. - The company is exploring potential acquisitions to enhance its portfolio, targeting a deal valued at approximately 500 million RMB[99]. - The company aims to create a new talent development ecosystem, focusing on attracting and nurturing skilled personnel in the publishing industry[86]. Environmental and Social Responsibility - The company invested approximately 3.15 million RMB in environmental protection during the reporting period[132]. - The company reduced carbon emissions by 1,521 tons through various carbon reduction measures, including the use of photovoltaic solar power and low-carbon raw materials[135]. - Total donations and contributions to public welfare projects amounted to approximately 16.94 million RMB, with cash donations totaling 13.19 million RMB[139]. Governance and Shareholder Engagement - The company has developed a management framework for subsidiaries to ensure effective oversight in finance, human resources, and operational management[130]. - The company has maintained a focus on strategic investments and operational adjustments to enhance its market position[113]. - The total remuneration paid to directors, supervisors, and senior management in 2022 amounted to CNY 17.1469 million[109]. Legal and Regulatory Matters - The company has ongoing significant litigation involving a loan dispute with a total amount of RMB 301,500,000[153]. - The company has received a total repayment of RMB 204,280,000 from the defendant in the aforementioned litigation[154]. - The company has not faced any delisting risks or bankruptcy reorganization issues during the reporting period[152].

证券代码：601098 股票简称：中南传媒 编号：临 2023-031 1 / 3 会议召开时间：2023 年 5 月 8 日（周一）下午 15:00-16:00 会议召开地点：中国证券网（http://roadshow.cnstock.com/） 会议召开方式：网络互动方式 中南出版传媒集团股份有限公司 关于召开2022年年度业绩说明会的公告 本公司董事会及全体董事保证本公告内容不存在任何虚假记载、误导性陈述 或者重大遗漏，并对其内容的真实性、准确性和完整性承担法律责任。 重要内容提示： 问题征集方式：投资者可于 2023 年 5 月 4 日中午 12:00 前将相关 问题通过电子邮件的形式发送至公司邮箱：zncmjt@zncmjt.com。公司 将在 2022 年年度业绩说明会（以下简称"业绩说明会"）上对投资者 普遍关注的问题进行统一回答。 一、说明会类型 中南出版传媒集团股份有限公司（以下简称"公司"）已于 2023 年 4 月 24 日披露公司 2022 年年度报告，为使广大投资者更加全面深入地了解 公司经营业绩、发展战略等情况，公司定于 2023 年 5 月 8 日下午 15:00-16:00 以 ...

Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for Q3 2022 was approximately ¥2.44 billion, representing a year-over-year increase of 6.14%[4] - The net profit attributable to shareholders for Q3 2022 was approximately ¥238 million, showing a decrease of 3.82% compared to the same period last year[4] - The net profit attributable to shareholders after deducting non-recurring gains and losses was approximately ¥259 million, an increase of 8.43% year-over-year[4] - The basic earnings per share for Q3 2022 was ¥0.14, reflecting a 7.69% increase compared to the same period last year[5] - Total operating revenue for the first three quarters of 2022 reached ¥8,692,011,669.87, an increase of 11.25% compared to ¥7,811,632,984.54 in the same period of 2021[17] - Net profit for the first three quarters of 2022 was ¥1,127,373,060.87, compared to ¥1,077,980,299.46 in 2021, indicating an increase of 4.59%[18] - The total comprehensive income attributable to the parent company for Q3 2022 was approximately CNY 1.13 billion, compared to CNY 1.07 billion in Q3 2021, reflecting a year-over-year increase of about 5.5%[19] - Basic and diluted earnings per share for Q3 2022 were both CNY 0.60, up from CNY 0.56 in the same period last year, indicating a growth of 7.1%[19] - The net profit for the first three quarters of 2022 was ¥1,375,177,467.01, up from ¥1,282,505,866.83 in 2021, reflecting a growth of 7.2%[27] Assets and Liabilities - The total assets at the end of the reporting period were approximately ¥24.45 billion, an increase of 1.63% from the end of the previous year[5] - The company's total liabilities as of the end of the third quarter of 2022 were ¥9,335,579,679.02, an increase from ¥8,775,781,824.19 at the end of 2021[16] - The total equity attributable to shareholders of the parent company was ¥14,305,600,400.12, down from ¥14,400,495,157.21 in the previous year[16] - The total assets of the company as of September 30, 2022, were approximately CNY 13.02 billion, up from CNY 12.54 billion at the end of 2021, representing a growth of about 3.7%[23] - The total liabilities increased to ¥1,226,962,626.78 in 2022 from ¥959,820,394.02 in 2021, indicating a rise of 27.8%[24] - The total equity rose to ¥11,793,696,483.88 in 2022, compared to ¥11,584,557,189.69 in 2021, marking an increase of 1.8%[24] Cash Flow - The company reported a net cash flow from operating activities of approximately -¥112 million for the year-to-date period[5] - Cash inflow from operating activities for the first three quarters of 2022 was approximately CNY 10.94 billion, an increase of 28.5% from CNY 8.51 billion in the same period of 2021[20] - The net cash flow from operating activities for Q3 2022 was a negative CNY 112.32 million, an improvement from a negative CNY 370.87 million in Q3 2021[21] - Cash flow from operating activities generated a net amount of ¥75,886,182.93 in the first three quarters of 2022, compared to ¥39,075,726.02 in 2021, representing an increase of 94.4%[29] - The net cash flow from financing activities for Q3 2022 was a negative CNY 1.00 billion, an improvement from a negative CNY 1.20 billion in Q3 2021, indicating better cash management[21] - The net cash flow from investing activities was approximately $1.05 billion, an increase from $802.41 million in the previous period[30] - Cash outflow from investing activities totaled $852.21 million, compared to $6.59 million previously[30] Investments and Expenses - Research and development expenses for the first three quarters of 2022 amounted to ¥94,463,501.63, significantly higher than ¥37,905,082.09 in the same period of 2021, representing a growth of 149.61%[17] - The company reported a decrease in sales expenses to ¥224,030,810.40 in 2022 from ¥184,908,229.55 in 2021, which is an increase of 21.1%[27] - Research and development expenses were recorded at ¥3,514,840.42 for the first three quarters of 2022, indicating ongoing investment in innovation[27] - The company achieved investment income of ¥1,146,983,374.70, slightly up from ¥1,133,529,908.58 in the previous year, reflecting a growth of 1.2%[27] Shareholder Information - Total number of common shareholders at the end of the reporting period is 24,216[10] - The largest shareholder, Hunan Publishing Investment Holding Group Co., Ltd., holds 1,103,789,306 shares, accounting for 61.46% of total shares[10] Inventory and Current Assets - Total current assets as of September 30, 2022, amount to ¥20,937,895,057.57, a slight increase from ¥20,741,027,695.52 at the end of 2021[14] - Cash and cash equivalents decreased to ¥9,351,561,260.10 from ¥10,965,109,664.79 year-over-year[13] - Inventory increased significantly to ¥2,275,989,261.96 from ¥1,676,901,471.80 year-over-year, indicating a growth of approximately 35.7%[14] - The company reported a decrease in trading financial assets to ¥1,890,102,198.49 from ¥1,982,785,994.74 year-over-year[14] - The company's inventory as of September 30, 2022, was approximately CNY 364.38 million, an increase of 43.9% from CNY 253.39 million at the end of 2021[23] - The long-term equity investments increased to approximately CNY 5.58 billion as of September 30, 2022, compared to CNY 5.12 billion at the end of 2021, showing a growth of about 8.9%[23] Government and Regulatory Impact - The company received government subsidies amounting to approximately ¥13.74 million during the reporting period, which are closely related to its normal business operations[6] - The company anticipates continued execution of favorable tax policies impacting its operations, which may influence future financial performance[8] Other Information - The company has not disclosed any new product or technology developments in the current reporting period[12] - There are no significant mergers or acquisitions reported during the quarter[12]

Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for the first half of 2022 was CNY 6,255,383,829.38, representing a 13.40% increase compared to CNY 5,515,996,854.97 in the same period last year[16]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders of the listed company was CNY 833,014,760.31, up 9.10% from CNY 763,539,329.32 year-on-year[16]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders after deducting non-recurring gains and losses was CNY 877,035,527.74, reflecting a 16.82% increase from CNY 750,749,209.75 in the previous year[16]. - The net cash flow from operating activities was CNY 257,938,143.60, a significant recovery from a negative cash flow of CNY -611,678,528.18 in the same period last year[16]. - Basic earnings per share for the reporting period (January to June) increased to CNY 0.46, up 6.98% from CNY 0.43 in the same period last year[17]. - Diluted earnings per share for the reporting period also stood at CNY 0.46, reflecting a 6.98% increase compared to CNY 0.43 in the previous year[17]. - The weighted average return on equity rose to 5.70%, an increase of 0.32 percentage points from 5.38% year-on-year[17]. - The overall retail market for books in China saw a year-on-year decline of 13.78% due to the impact of the pandemic and economic downturn[21]. Assets and Liabilities - The total assets at the end of the reporting period were CNY 23,397,317,404.79, down 2.76% from CNY 24,061,566,093.51 at the end of the previous year[16]. - The net assets attributable to shareholders of the listed company were CNY 14,067,660,979.18, a decrease of 2.31% compared to CNY 14,400,495,157.21 at the end of the previous year[16]. - Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period amounted to ¥10,621,187,095.25, representing 45.39% of total assets, a decrease of 3.14% compared to the previous year[29]. - Accounts receivable increased by 42.22% to ¥1,425,068,913.51, accounting for 6.09% of total assets, primarily due to increased sales[29]. - Inventory decreased by 20.02% to ¥1,341,116,816.59, representing 5.73% of total assets[29]. - Total liabilities decreased from CNY 8,775,781,824.19 to CNY 8,527,520,158.76, a decrease of about 2.83%[78]. - Total equity decreased from CNY 15,285,784,269.32 to CNY 14,869,797,246.03, a decline of approximately 2.72%[78]. Investments and R&D - R&D expenses surged by 166.19% to 59.59 million RMB, indicating a strong focus on technology and product development[26]. - The company invested ¥8,000,000 in external equity investments during the reporting period, an increase of 35.59% compared to the previous year[32]. - The company plans to invest ¥244,889.55 million in the construction of the digital publishing base project, with cumulative investment reaching ¥58,062.12 million by the end of the reporting period[34][35]. Market Position and Strategy - The company operates a complete industry chain covering publishing, distribution, printing, and digital education, positioning itself as a leader in the media sector[22]. - The company holds a leading market share in its main products, with proprietary textbooks covering 30 provinces and regions, and has expanded its reach to international markets including India, South Korea, and the United States[23]. - The company has transformed from a book manufacturer to a media brand creator, with five of its publishing houses ranked among the top 100 in China[22]. - The company is actively pursuing market expansion through copyright trade and cooperative publishing, enhancing its international presence[23]. Environmental and Social Responsibility - The company has not reported any environmental penalties, and it is committed to strict compliance with environmental regulations through its subsidiary, Hunan Tianwen Xinhua Printing Co., Ltd.[48]. - The company has implemented measures to reduce carbon emissions, such as replacing old air conditioning systems with centralized cooling, which has significantly improved energy efficiency and reduced emissions[50]. - The company has established a shoe processing factory in Anhua County, contributing to local income growth and supporting rural revitalization efforts[50]. - The company has installed 150 streetlights in rural areas to improve nighttime accessibility for residents[50]. - The company has upgraded its paper waste collection system to reduce dust and noise pollution, enhancing environmental sustainability[49]. Corporate Governance and Compliance - The report has not been audited, and all board members have confirmed the accuracy and completeness of the financial report[3]. - There are no significant risks or non-operating fund occupation by controlling shareholders or related parties reported[4]. - The company emphasizes that forward-looking statements in the report do not constitute substantive commitments to investors, highlighting the importance of investment risk awareness[4]. - The company has committed to avoiding competition with its controlling shareholder, ensuring no direct or indirect involvement in competing businesses[53]. Taxation and Financial Incentives - The corporate income tax rate applicable is 25%, 20%, or 15% depending on the taxable income[170]. - The company has been recognized as a high-tech enterprise, allowing it to benefit from a reduced corporate income tax rate of 15%[172][173]. - The company continues to benefit from VAT exemptions on specific cultural products until December 31, 2023, enhancing its competitive position[171]. - The company is leveraging tax incentives from the government to enhance its financial performance and support its growth initiatives[173][176].

Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for Q1 2022 was ¥2,400,377,332.54, representing a year-on-year increase of 14.53%[4] - The net profit attributable to shareholders of the listed company was ¥269,939,314.85, reflecting a growth of 2.72% compared to the same period last year[4] - The net profit attributable to shareholders after deducting non-recurring gains and losses was ¥308,154,364.28, which is an increase of 19.92% year-on-year[4] - The net cash flow from operating activities was negative at ¥648,986,728.40[4] - Total operating revenue for Q1 2022 was CNY 2,400,377,332.54, an increase of 14.5% compared to CNY 2,095,917,122.98 in Q1 2021[17] - Net profit for Q1 2022 reached CNY 289,185,773.75, compared to CNY 279,044,630.41 in Q1 2021, marking a growth of 3.9%[19] - Total profit for Q1 2022 was CNY 296,585,348.18, compared to CNY 283,747,565.25 in Q1 2021, an increase of 4.5%[18] Assets and Liabilities - The total assets at the end of the reporting period were ¥23,628,509,861.16, a decrease of 1.80% from the end of the previous year[5] - The company's current assets totaled CNY 20,303,573,184.64, slightly down from CNY 20,741,027,695.52 in the previous year[14] - The total liabilities of the company were CNY 8,053,539,818.09, down from CNY 8,775,781,824.19 in the previous year[16] - The company's total equity increased to 11,673,495,709.16 RMB from 11,584,557,189.69 RMB year-over-year[24] Cash Flow - The net cash flow from operating activities was -648,986,728.40 RMB, an improvement from -1,968,437,995.28 RMB in the previous year[21] - Cash flow from operating activities totaled CNY 3,443,229,213.70 in Q1 2022, compared to CNY 2,364,662,433.43 in Q1 2021, indicating a growth of 45.6%[20] - The company reported a decrease in cash paid to employees to 855,785,212.32 RMB from 776,564,778.02 RMB[21] Expenses - Total operating costs for Q1 2022 were CNY 1,997,541,723.39, up from CNY 1,783,011,996.68 in Q1 2021, reflecting a 12.0% increase[17] - Research and development expenses increased significantly to CNY 24,770,519.23 in Q1 2022 from CNY 10,225,841.52 in Q1 2021, representing a 142.5% rise[18] - Sales expenses for Q1 2022 were CNY 380,081,429.28, up from CNY 304,670,043.29 in Q1 2021, reflecting a 24.8% increase[18] - Tax expenses for Q1 2022 were CNY 7,399,574.43, compared to CNY 4,702,934.84 in Q1 2021, representing a 57.5% increase[18] Shareholder Information - The company had a total of 28,211 common shareholders at the end of the reporting period[10] - The basic and diluted earnings per share were both ¥0.15, unchanged from the previous year[5] Investment Activities - The company reported a decrease in investment income to CNY 12,252,298.82 in Q1 2022 from CNY 19,856,968.21 in Q1 2021, a decline of 38.4%[18] - The company recorded investment income of ¥737,636.73 in Q1 2022, down significantly from ¥3,225,603.64 in Q1 2021[25]

Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for 2021 was approximately CNY 11.33 billion, representing an increase of 8.20% compared to 2020[14]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders for 2021 was approximately CNY 1.52 billion, reflecting a growth of 5.46% year-over-year[14]. - The net cash flow from operating activities for 2021 was negative CNY 454 million, a decline of 149.48% compared to the previous year[14]. - Basic earnings per share for 2021 were CNY 0.84, up 5.00% from CNY 0.80 in 2020[15]. - The weighted average return on equity for 2021 was 10.75%, an increase of 0.29 percentage points from 2020[15]. - The total assets at the end of 2021 were approximately CNY 24.06 billion, a 3.97% increase from the end of 2020[14]. - The net assets attributable to shareholders at the end of 2021 were approximately CNY 14.40 billion, up 2.90% from the previous year[14]. - The company reported a quarterly revenue of CNY 3.52 billion in Q4 2021, contributing to a total annual revenue of CNY 11.33 billion[17]. - The company achieved operating revenue of 11.33 billion RMB, a year-on-year increase of 8.20%[23]. - Net profit reached 1.637 billion RMB, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 5.86%[23]. - The overall gross margin improved by 2.85 percentage points to 43.62%[34]. - The gross profit margin improved to 43.62%, up by 2.85 percentage points year-on-year[36]. - The company reported a total comprehensive income of CNY 1,630,179,618.62 for 2021, compared to CNY 1,547,684,634.44 in 2020, an increase of 5.3%[183]. Dividend and Shareholder Information - The company plans to distribute a cash dividend of 6.5 yuan per 10 shares, totaling approximately 1,167,400,000 yuan, which represents 77.04% of the net profit attributable to shareholders for the year 2021[2]. - The total share capital as of April 23, 2022, is 1.796 billion shares[2]. - The total number of ordinary shareholders at the end of the reporting period is 28,008, a decrease from 28,211 at the end of the previous month[159]. - The largest shareholder, Hunan Publishing Investment Holding Group Co., Ltd., holds 1,103,789,306 shares, representing 61.46% of the total shares[160]. - The company has maintained a cash dividend policy, distributing a total of 3.41 billion CNY in cash dividends over the past three years, including a proposed distribution of 1.13148 billion CNY for 2020[115]. Audit and Compliance - The company has received a standard unqualified audit report from Tianzhi International Accounting Firm[2]. - The board of directors and senior management have confirmed the authenticity, accuracy, and completeness of the annual report[2]. - The company has not violated decision-making procedures for external guarantees[3]. - The company has not reported any changes in shareholding for its directors and senior management during the reporting period[86]. - The company has not reported any significant internal control deficiencies during the reporting period[118]. - The company has not received any non-standard audit opinions from its accounting firm during the reporting period[133]. Risk Management - The company has detailed potential risks in the management discussion and analysis section of the report[3]. - The report includes a forward-looking statement risk declaration, indicating that future plans do not constitute a substantive commitment to investors[2]. - The company is addressing risks associated with the COVID-19 pandemic, recognizing its potential impact on operations[78]. Market Position and Strategy - The company maintained a market share of 2.98% in the national comprehensive book retail market, ranking fourth[23]. - The company is strategically positioned to leverage the growing digital publishing market and enhance its cultural consumption offerings[27]. - The company is focusing on the integration of online and offline services, as well as cultural and financial services, to become a leading information service provider[75]. - The company is committed to building a high-quality education service system in line with the "double reduction" policy, optimizing educational products and services[76]. - The company is actively pursuing international copyright exports to enhance its ability to tell China's story[76]. Research and Development - The company's R&D expenses increased by 27.29% to CNY 63,446,682.46, indicating a focus on innovation and new product development[31]. - The company is investing 50 million yuan in research and development for new technologies aimed at enhancing digital publishing capabilities[90]. - The company is investing in technology development, allocating 100 million yuan towards enhancing its digital platform capabilities[91]. Operational Efficiency - The company reported a significant increase in revenue, achieving a total of 1.5 billion yuan for the year, representing a growth of 12% compared to the previous year[91]. - The company aims to reduce operational costs by 10% through efficiency improvements and automation initiatives[93]. - The logistics costs for general books decreased by 12.54%, reflecting improved operational efficiency[55]. Environmental and Social Responsibility - The company has received recognition as an "Environmental Protection Advanced Unit" in Changsha for its commitment to environmental governance[124]. - The company has implemented a series of measures to reduce emissions, including advanced wastewater treatment systems and VOCs treatment processes[124]. - The company has been actively involved in rural revitalization efforts since May 2021, specifically in Baizhiyuan Village, Anhua County, Yiyang City, focusing on employment and income generation for villagers[127]. Governance and Management - The company has established a comprehensive governance structure, ensuring independent operations of the board and supervisory committee[80]. - The company has implemented measures to maintain independence from its controlling shareholder, ensuring no interference in decision-making[81]. - The company is focused on maintaining stable management with no significant changes in personnel during the reporting period[86]. - The total remuneration paid to directors, supervisors, and senior management in 2021 amounted to CNY 18.7014 million[99]. Future Outlook - The company expects a revenue growth of 10% for the upcoming fiscal year, projecting a total revenue of approximately 1.32 billion yuan[90]. - The company provided a positive outlook for the next fiscal year, projecting a revenue growth of 10% to 15% based on current market trends and user engagement[91]. - The company plans to continue expanding its market presence and investing in new technologies to drive future growth[191].