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平煤股份(601666) - 2015 Q1 - 季度财报
2015-04-29 16:00
Financial Performance - Operating revenue decreased by 26.82% to CNY 3,117,984,865.04 year-on-year[6] - Net profit attributable to shareholders decreased by 152.08% to a loss of CNY 25,248,122.09 compared to the same period last year[6] - Operating profit fell to -¥6,041,991.12, a decrease of ¥100,320,824.96 or 106.41% year-on-year, driven by declining coal demand and falling prices[14][15] - Total profit decreased by ¥93,089,130.01 or 97.78% compared to the same period last year, primarily due to reduced sales volume and lower prices of commodity coal[14][15] - The company reported a net loss for the quarter, with total costs exceeding total revenues, indicating a challenging financial environment[30] - The net profit for Q1 2015 was CNY -18,259,135.44, compared to a net profit of CNY 68,019,525.03 in Q1 2014, indicating a significant decline[32] - The total profit for Q1 2015 was CNY 2,113,797.55, down from CNY 95,202,927.56 in the previous year[32] - The company's operating revenue for Q1 2015 was CNY 2,897,244,124.58, a decrease of 27.4% compared to CNY 3,986,338,823.26 in the same period last year[33] - The basic and diluted earnings per share for Q1 2015 were both CNY -0.0107, compared to CNY 0.0205 in Q1 2014[32] Cash Flow and Liquidity - Cash flow from operating activities decreased by 29.74% to CNY 462,838,422.99 compared to the previous year[6] - Cash generated from operating activities was ¥462,838,422.99, down by ¥195,899,115.41 or 29.74% year-on-year, mainly due to a decrease in cash received from sales of goods and services[16][17] - The cash inflow from operating activities was CNY 3,415,224,675.17, down from CNY 3,860,703,470.59 in Q1 2014[37] - The net cash flow from operating activities for Q1 2015 was CNY 462,838,422.99, a decrease of 29.7% compared to CNY 658,737,538.40 in the previous year[38] - Total cash inflow from operating activities was CNY 3,182,377,864.30, down from CNY 3,436,971,313.20, reflecting a decline of approximately 7.4%[39] - Cash outflow for operating activities totaled CNY 2,613,990,188.81, compared to CNY 2,744,488,012.58, indicating a decrease of about 4.8%[39] - The company reported a net cash flow from financing activities of CNY 238,095,607.18, a significant improvement from a net outflow of CNY 32,174,743.07 in the previous year[38] - Cash and cash equivalents increased by 30.27% to CNY 2,742,275,120.99 compared to the beginning of the period[11] - Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period increased to CNY 2,442,275,120.99, up from CNY 1,999,411,729.24, representing a growth of 22.1%[39] - The net increase in cash and cash equivalents for the period was CNY 670,893,271.21, compared to CNY 628,571,407.30, showing a growth of 6.7%[40] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets increased by 1.95% to CNY 32,066,196,495.57 compared to the end of the previous year[6] - Current assets totaled CNY 11,576,499,554.87, an increase from CNY 11,395,975,883.24 at the beginning of the year[27] - Total liabilities amounted to CNY 19,773,953,841.25, compared to CNY 19,331,217,900.93 at the start of the year, reflecting a rise of 2.3%[24] - Non-current assets reached CNY 19,299,566,873.47, up from CNY 18,917,149,694.79 at the beginning of the year[27] - Total equity attributable to shareholders was CNY 11,655,990,599.09, up from CNY 11,493,333,784.82, reflecting a growth of 1.4%[24] Production and Sales - Raw coal production decreased by 13.27% to 776.30 million tons compared to the same period last year[8] - Operating costs decreased by ¥1,034,851,239.54 or 28.19% year-on-year, attributed to a drop in coal sales volume[14][15] - The company's operating revenue for the current year is ¥3,117,984,865.04, a decrease of ¥1,142,660,133.43 or 26.82% compared to the same period last year, primarily due to a decline in coal demand caused by the domestic economic downturn[14][15] Financial Management - Financial expenses increased by ¥74,691,010.58 or 124.48% compared to the previous year, mainly due to rising costs associated with issued notes and loans[14][15] - The company plans to issue ¥2 billion in non-public debt financing tools to optimize its financing structure and reduce costs, which has been approved by the shareholders' meeting[18] - Cash used in investing activities increased by ¥28,719,095.01 or 82.15%, primarily due to higher cash payments for the acquisition of fixed assets and intangible assets[16][17] - Total cash outflow for investment activities was CNY 41,260,868.10, compared to CNY 34,467,766.92, reflecting an increase of 19.5%[39] - The cash flow from financing activities included CNY 334,600,000 for debt repayment, up from CNY 201,000,000, which is a 66.2% increase[40] - The company distributed CNY 121,633,536.18 in dividends and interest payments, significantly higher than CNY 28,444,126.40 in the previous year, representing an increase of 328.5%[40] Shareholder Information - The number of shareholders reached 135,068 at the end of the reporting period[9]
平煤股份(601666) - 2014 Q4 - 年度财报
2015-04-13 16:00
Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for 2014 was approximately ¥16.12 billion, a decrease of 15.83% compared to ¥19.15 billion in 2013 [28]. - Net profit attributable to shareholders was ¥198.62 million, down 70.21% from ¥666.76 million in the previous year [28]. - Basic earnings per share decreased by 70.22% to ¥0.0841 from ¥0.2824 in 2013 [28]. - The total profit for 2014 was CNY 298,365,600, down 74.42% from CNY 1,166,508,100 in 2013 [40]. - The company's main business revenue for 2014 was CNY 14,523,774,600, a decrease of 17.36% compared to CNY 17,573,737,600 in the previous year [40]. - The total assets increased by 18.59% to ¥31.45 billion from ¥26.52 billion in 2013 [28]. - The company reported a net cash flow from operating activities of -¥2.54 billion, an improvement of 25.51% compared to -¥3.41 billion in 2013 [28]. - The company's total operating income for the period was 887.21 million, a decrease of 4.45% compared to the previous period [73]. Production and Sales - The coal production volume decreased by 8.15% to 33.07 million tons from 36.00 million tons in 2013 [38]. - Coal sales volume decreased by 2,531,100 tons year-on-year, a reduction of 7.43%, totaling 31,545,000 tons [40]. - The average selling price of commercial coal fell by 11.73% to ¥429.10 per ton from ¥486.10 per ton in 2013 [38]. - The average selling price of coal was CNY 429.10 per ton, a decrease of CNY 57 per ton, or 11.73% year-on-year [40]. - The company's coal inventory as of December 31, 2014, was 410,000 tons, a decrease of 220,000 tons year-on-year [93]. Environmental and Technological Initiatives - The company completed 24 environmental pollution control and equipment upgrade projects, investing a total of ¥39.86 million [36]. - The company achieved a reduction in major pollutants: Chemical Oxygen Demand by 2.6%, Ammonia Nitrogen by 3.8%, Sulfur Dioxide by 4.1%, and Nitrogen Oxides by 2.3% in 2014 [105]. - The company invested CNY 39.8589 million in environmental pollution control and completed 24 projects, including 5 for water pollution and 11 for air pollution [105]. - The company is focusing on technological advancements in coal and gas co-mining and new mining technologies to improve operational efficiency [92]. - The company is focusing on technological advancements in gas management and water disaster prevention to enhance safety and efficiency in mining operations [97]. Strategic Partnerships and Agreements - The company signed a strategic cooperation framework agreement with Zhengzhou University to enhance research and development in coal-based materials and resource separation technologies [37]. - The company signed contracts with 59 customers, achieving a contract fulfillment rate of 83% for metallurgical coal and 81% for thermal coal [47]. - The company has established strategic partnerships with over 40 Fortune Global 500 companies [151]. Shareholder and Governance Matters - The largest shareholder, China Pingmei Shenma Energy Chemical Group, holds 1,325,026,750 shares, representing 56.12% of the total shares [145]. - The company has a registered capital of 1,943,209,000 RMB [149]. - The company has retained Asia-Pacific (Group) CPA Firm as its auditor for the 2014 fiscal year, with an audit fee of 100 million RMB [126]. - The company has established a clear information disclosure management system, ensuring no significant errors in annual report disclosures during the reporting period [200]. Challenges and Market Conditions - The company faced significant market pressure due to reduced demand and increased competition among large coal enterprises [92]. - The company is facing risks including policy changes, safety hazards due to increased mining depth, and environmental compliance pressures from new regulations [97][98]. - The overall coal production in China for 2014 was approximately 3.84 billion tons, a year-on-year decrease of 1.4% [91]. Employee and Management Structure - The total number of employees in the parent company is 77,336, while the main subsidiaries have 14,834 employees, resulting in a total of 92,170 employees [170]. - The company plans to train 74,607 employees in 2014, with 56,762 in safety training, 7,225 in skills training, 3,572 in continuing education, and 7,084 in political theory training [172]. - The company has a diverse board with members having extensive experience in the coal industry, including previous roles in various subsidiaries and related companies [159]. Financial Management and Costs - Financial expenses increased by 78.52% to CNY 270,840,225.79, primarily due to increased bank borrowings and discounting of acceptance bills [54]. - The company's total costs for the year were ¥1,590,002.10 million, which was lower than the planned target due to effective cost management strategies [60]. - The company's cash flow from operating activities showed a net outflow of CNY 2,542,751,034.35, an improvement of 25.51% compared to the previous year [50]. Future Plans and Projections - The company plans to produce 32.06 million tons of raw coal and 8.7 million tons of refined coal in 2015, with projected revenue of 14 billion RMB and costs of 13.5 billion RMB [96]. - The company aims to increase its refined coal sales to 8.33 million tons in 2015, a year-on-year increase of 120,000 tons [98]. - The company is focusing on expanding its operational capabilities through acquisitions and technology enhancements [79].
平煤股份(601666) - 2014 Q3 - 季度财报
2014-10-27 16:00
2014 年第三季度报告 平顶山天安煤业股份有限公司 2014 年第三季度报告 1 / 21 | 目录 | | --- | | 一、 | 重要提示 | 3 | | --- | --- | --- | | 二、 | 公司主要财务数据和股东变化 | 3 | | 三、 | 重要事项 | 6 | | 四、 | 附录 | 10 | 2014 年第三季度报告 一、 重要提示 二、 公司主要财务数据和股东变化 2.1 主要财务数据 单位:元 币种:人民币 | | 本报告期末 | 上年度末 | 本报告期末比上年度 末增减(%) | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 总资产 | 27,256,283,499.50 | 26,503,734,203.86 | 2.84 | | 归属于上市公司股东的净 资产 | 11,792,000,333.45 | 11,450,492,854.37 | 2.98 | | | 年初至报告期末 | 上年初至上年报告期末 | 比上年同期增减(%) | | | (1-9 月) | (1-9 月) | | | 经营活动产生的现金流量 净额 | -1,060,406,242.44 | ...
平煤股份(601666) - 2014 Q2 - 季度财报
2014-08-25 16:00
Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for the first half of 2014 was approximately CNY 8.56 billion, a decrease of 7.81% compared to the same period last year[20]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders for the first half of 2014 was approximately CNY 66.28 million, down 84.64% year-on-year[20]. - The basic earnings per share for the first half of 2014 was CNY 0.0281, a decline of 84.63% compared to CNY 0.1828 in the same period last year[18]. - The total profit for the reporting period was 15,807.96 million yuan, a significant decrease of 74.37% year-on-year[27]. - The main business income was 774,309.87 million yuan, reflecting an 11.80% decline compared to the previous year[26]. - The company achieved a profit margin of 18.64% in the coal mining and selection industry, down 2.60 percentage points from the previous year[34]. - The company reported a net profit of 3,421.66 million RMB for the reporting period, reflecting its financial performance[48]. - The company reported a net profit of 100 million in the first half of 2014, showing a 15% increase compared to the same period last year[149]. Cash Flow and Liquidity - The net cash flow from operating activities was approximately CNY 112.59 million, a significant improvement from a negative cash flow of CNY 1.23 billion in the same period last year[20]. - The company's cash and cash equivalents increased to ¥2,577,056,268.81 from ¥1,707,806,951.83 at the beginning of the year, representing a growth of approximately 51%[94]. - The ending cash and cash equivalents balance is approximately ¥1.50 billion, down from ¥3.91 billion in the previous period, a decrease of 61.61%[108]. - The company reported daily related transactions generating revenue of 2,644.12 million RMB, representing 30.90% of total operating revenue for the reporting period[63]. - Cash flow from operating activities shows a net inflow of ¥112.59 million, a recovery from a net outflow of ¥1.23 billion in the previous period[107]. Production and Sales - The company's raw coal production was 1,738.70 million tons, a decrease of 1.15% compared to the same period last year[26]. - The company sold 1,579.50 million tons of commodity coal, a decrease of 3.27% year-on-year[27]. - The average selling price of commodity coal was 455.18 yuan per ton, down 10.33% from the previous year[26]. - The total revenue from mixed coal reached CNY 3,634,290,703.40, with a year-on-year decrease of 14.41% and a gross margin of 25.05%, which increased by 1.89 percentage points compared to the previous year[35]. - The revenue from smelting coal was CNY 3,413,909,281.08, down 13.00% year-on-year, with a gross margin of 15.28%, decreasing by 6.80 percentage points[35]. Market Conditions - The coal market remains under pressure due to weak downstream demand and declining coal prices, impacting overall performance[22]. - The company plans to optimize its market layout and enhance the quality of coal products to adapt to market changes[25]. - The revenue from the Central South region was CNY 7,530,006,667.36, showing a year-on-year decrease of 12.57%[37]. - The Southwest region reported a revenue of CNY 55,892,509.47, which doubled compared to the previous year[37]. Investments and Acquisitions - The company has issued bonds totaling 4.5 billion yuan to improve its financial structure and support development[31]. - The company is actively involved in mergers and acquisitions, with several subsidiaries undergoing restructuring and operational adjustments to enhance efficiency and profitability[44][46]. - The company has submitted acquisition materials to the Henan State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission, with ongoing complexities due to historical issues and industry changes[68]. - The acquisition of assets from Henan Pingyu Coal Electric Co., Ltd. is in progress, but there are uncertainties regarding the completion timeline due to regulatory and procedural challenges[68]. Safety and Innovation - The company maintained a stable safety performance, focusing on safety training and enhancing safety management practices[22]. - The company emphasized technological innovation and mechanization in mining operations to optimize production efficiency[22]. - The company has focused on technological innovation, achieving breakthroughs in mining techniques and gas management[24]. - The company aims to achieve its "three zeros" goal, which includes zero fatalities, zero accidents, and zero exceedances[22]. Corporate Governance - The company has established a structured corporate governance framework with various functional management departments[138]. - The company has committed to minimizing related party transactions and ensuring fair pricing in unavoidable transactions[70]. - The company has established a complete corporate governance structure in compliance with relevant laws and regulations, enhancing investor relations and information disclosure[74]. - The company has committed to maintaining the effectiveness of its promises during the period of being listed on domestic stock exchanges[70]. Financial Position - The total assets at the end of the reporting period were approximately CNY 27.01 billion, an increase of 1.91% compared to the end of the previous year[20]. - The company's total liabilities increased to CNY 14,625,104,864.11, compared to CNY 14,435,251,548.48 at the beginning of the year, reflecting a growth of 1.3%[98]. - The total equity attributable to shareholders increased to CNY 11,783,446,351.84 from CNY 11,450,492,854.37, reflecting a growth of 2.9%[98]. - The total owner's equity at the end of the period is CNY 12,261,299,344.69, which includes various components such as capital reserves and undistributed profits[118]. Research and Development - The company has allocated 50 million for research and development of new technologies in the upcoming fiscal year[150]. - The company expects a revenue growth of 10% for the next quarter, driven by increased demand for its products[152]. Compliance and Regulations - The company has not faced any administrative penalties or public reprimands from the China Securities Regulatory Commission during the reporting period[73]. - The company has no major litigation, arbitration, or media disputes during the reporting period[56]. - The company has no significant asset transactions or mergers during the reporting period[58].
平煤股份(601666) - 2014 Q1 - 季度财报
2014-04-21 16:00
Financial Performance - Operating revenue for the first quarter was CNY 4,260,644,998.47, down 14.55% year-on-year[10] - Net profit attributable to shareholders was CNY 48,482,490.88, a decrease of 75.18% compared to the same period last year[10] - Basic earnings per share were CNY 0.0205, a decrease of 75.21% compared to the same period last year[10] - Net profit fell by CNY 155,049,457.19, a decrease of 69.51%, largely due to decreased coal sales and lower prices[25] - Total operating revenue for Q1 2014 was CNY 4,260,644,998.47, a decrease of 14.5% compared to CNY 4,986,040,792.67 in the same period last year[48] - Net profit for Q1 2014 was CNY 68,019,525.03, a decline of 69.5% compared to CNY 223,068,982.22 in Q1 2013[48] - Earnings per share for Q1 2014 were CNY 0.0205, down from CNY 0.0827 in the previous year[49] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets at the end of the reporting period were CNY 26,300,901,701.32, a decrease of 0.77% compared to the end of the previous year[10] - Total assets as of the end of Q1 2014 were CNY 25,083,576,054.99, a slight decrease from CNY 25,294,675,204.21 at the end of the previous quarter[45] - Total current liabilities decreased to CNY 8.35 billion from CNY 8.73 billion, a reduction of about 4.4%[38] - Total liabilities as of the end of Q1 2014 were CNY 13,227,247,790.74, down from CNY 13,564,015,934.61 in the previous quarter[45] - The company's non-current liabilities decreased slightly to CNY 5.67 billion from CNY 5.70 billion, a decline of about 0.5%[38] Cash Flow - Cash flow from operating activities increased by 78.66% to CNY 658,737,538.40 compared to the previous year[10] - Cash flow from operating activities for Q1 2014 was CNY 658,737,538.40, an increase of 78.5% compared to CNY 368,709,920.52 in Q1 2013[52] - The company's cash and cash equivalents increased to CNY 2.30 billion from CNY 1.71 billion at the beginning of the year, representing a growth of approximately 34.5%[37] - The company reported a net increase in cash and cash equivalents of ¥628,571,407.30, compared to a decrease of ¥220,383,892.92 in the previous year[55] - Cash outflow from operating activities decreased to ¥2,744,488,012.58 from ¥2,857,253,610.25, a reduction of 4.0%[55] Shareholder Information - The total number of shareholders at the end of the reporting period was 154,030[15] - The largest shareholder, China Pingmei Shenma Energy & Chemical Group, held 56.12% of the shares[16] Inventory and Receivables - Accounts receivable rose by CNY 1,484,239,940.48, an increase of 287.43%, attributed to delayed collection of sales proceeds due to a weak coal market[18] - Inventory increased by CNY 449,165,417.38, a growth of 40.90%, mainly due to an increase in coal stock[18] - The company's inventory also increased to CNY 1.55 billion from CNY 1.10 billion, reflecting a growth of approximately 41.1%[37] Operational Insights - The company produced 895.10 million tons of raw coal, a slight increase of 0.72% year-on-year[13] - The sales volume of commercial coal was 754.97 million tons, down 11.98% from the previous year[13] - Operating revenue decreased by CNY 725,395,794.20, a decline of 14.55%, primarily due to reduced coal sales amid a declining domestic economy[23] Research and Development - Research and development expenses decreased by CNY 13,503,599.14, a reduction of 70.36%, as the company is in the research phase[26] Strategic Initiatives - The company is actively working to resolve potential competition issues with its controlling shareholder, aiming for overall listing of coal mining operations[30] - The company is in the process of optimizing its acquisition plan due to changes in the coal industry environment, which has affected the initial proposal[31] - The company has formally requested its controlling shareholder to clarify the commitment fulfillment timeline regarding the acquisition of assets[31] - The company is actively working on resolving competition issues within the industry, with updates provided in recent announcements[32]
平煤股份(601666) - 2013 Q4 - 年度财报
2014-04-21 16:00
Financial Performance - In 2013, the company's operating revenue was approximately ¥19.15 billion, a decrease of 13.61% compared to ¥22.17 billion in 2012[25]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders was approximately ¥666.76 million, down 40.54% from ¥1.12 billion in 2012[25]. - The basic earnings per share decreased by 40.55% to ¥0.2824 from ¥0.4750 in the previous year[25]. - The total profit for the year was 1,166.51 million RMB, a decrease of 275.14 million RMB or 19.09% year-on-year, primarily due to a decline in coal sales volume and prices[45]. - The company reported a significant increase in financial expenses by CNY 92.08 million, a rise of 154.40%, mainly due to accrued bond interest[44]. - The company reported a total revenue of 1.5 billion RMB for the fiscal year 2013, representing a year-over-year increase of 10%[150]. - The net profit for the year was 300 million RMB, which is a 15% increase compared to the previous year[150]. Dividend Distribution - The company plans to distribute a cash dividend of 0.85 CNY per 10 shares, totaling approximately 200.7 million CNY, which represents 30.10% of the net profit attributable to shareholders for the year[4]. - The company distributed a cash dividend of CNY 1.43 per 10 shares on June 28, 2013, totaling CNY 337.646 million, which accounted for 30.11% of the net profit attributable to the parent company[92]. - The company has maintained a cash dividend policy that ensures at least 30% of the average distributable profit over the last three years is distributed as cash dividends[91]. Risk Management - The company has identified major risk factors including policy, safety, environmental, and market risks, with detailed countermeasures provided in the board report[10]. - The company emphasizes a commitment to safety with a "zero accidents" goal in its operational strategy[10]. - The company faced challenges due to a slowdown in the domestic economy and oversupply in the coal market, impacting overall performance[29]. - The company is adapting to stricter environmental regulations and increasing competition from clean energy sources[79]. Production and Sales - The total coal production was 36.00 million tons, a decrease of 6.23% from 38.39 million tons in 2012[33]. - The average selling price of coal was ¥486.10 per ton, down 8.70% from ¥532.41 per ton in 2012[33]. - The company's total coal production was 3,600.22 million tons, a decrease of 6.23% year-on-year, while sales volume dropped by 13.14% to 2,128.67 million tons[37]. - The average selling price of coal decreased by 46.31 RMB per ton, resulting in a revenue loss of 1,654.45 million RMB, while sales volume dropped by 164.94 thousand tons, leading to an additional revenue loss of 801.77 million RMB[48]. Investments and Projects - The company completed 20 environmental protection projects in 2013, with an investment of ¥15.99 million[31]. - The company has ongoing projects for upgrading mining capacity, including an investment of 1.42 billion yuan for the Eleven Mine, which aims to increase production capacity from 3 million tons/year to 3.6 million tons/year[73]. - The company reported a total investment of 819.22 million yuan for the Chaocuan Mine upgrade, increasing its capacity from 1.2 million tons/year to 1.8 million tons/year[74]. - The company has invested a total of 251.79 million RMB in 8 restructured mines, with 209 million RMB paid as compensation for the closure of 19 mines[119]. Financial Position - The company's total share capital as of December 31, 2013, was 2,361,164,982 shares[4]. - The total assets increased by 27.04% to approximately ¥26.50 billion at the end of 2013, compared to ¥20.86 billion at the end of 2012[25]. - Total current assets increased to CNY 8,144,682,670.95 from CNY 5,373,890,386.90, representing a growth of approximately 51.5% year-over-year[200]. - Accounts receivable rose significantly to CNY 4,421,022,445.49 from CNY 2,151,264,870.55, marking an increase of about 105.8%[200]. Corporate Governance - The company has established a complete corporate governance structure and improved internal control systems in compliance with relevant laws and regulations[168]. - The company maintains independence from its controlling shareholder in business, personnel, assets, institutions, and financial aspects, ensuring autonomous operational capabilities[180]. - The company has implemented a performance-based salary system for employees, linking wages to economic performance and individual performance[160]. - The company has actively engaged in investor relations, completing 4 periodic reports and 27 temporary announcements without errors or corrections[169]. Related Party Transactions - The total amount of related party transactions for the reporting period was CNY 999,310.97 million, with revenue of CNY 589,366.08 million, accounting for 30.77% of total annual revenue[105]. - The company has established a financial company with China Pingmei Shenma Group, which was officially approved by the China Banking Regulatory Commission on July 11, 2013[106]. - The company has ongoing related party transactions with its controlling shareholder, China Pingmei Shenma Group, for coal sales and material procurement[111]. Strategic Focus - The company plans to focus on five key industries: coal mining, coking chemical, nylon chemical, strategic emerging (new materials), and salt chemical[135]. - The company aims to enhance its competitiveness and aims to enter the Fortune Global 500 list[135]. - The company is currently optimizing its acquisition plan due to changes in the internal and external environment affecting the coal industry[113]. - The company is actively expanding into new markets, including collaboration with Chuanmei to develop the southwestern market[88].