中国科技出版传媒股份有限公司 2023 年半年度报告书面确认意见 中国科技出版传媒股份有限公司 董事、监事、高级管理人员 关于2023年半年度报告正文及摘要的 书面确认意见 根据《中华人民共和国证券法》等法律法规和《公开发行证券的 公司信息披露内容与格式准则第3号——半年度报告的内容与格式》 《上海证券交易所股票上市规则》的有关规定和要求,我们作为中国 科技出版传媒股份有限公司（以下简称"公司"）的董事、监事、高 级管理人员在全面了解和审核公司2023年半年度报告后，认为公司严 格按照股份制公司财务制度规范运作，公司2023年半年度报告公允地 反映了公司2023年上半年度的财务状况和经营成果。我们保证公司 2023年半年度报告所披露的信息真实、准确、完整，承诺其中不存在 虚假记载、误导性陈述或重大遗漏，并对其内容的真实性、准确性和 完整性承担个别及连带责任。 （以下无正文） 胡华强 杨建华 董事 彭斌 董事 董事长、法定代表人 1 中国科技出版传媒股份有限公司 2023 年半年度报告书面确认意见 (本页无正文,为中国科技出版传媒股份有限公司董事关于 2023年半年度报告 正文及摘要的书面确认意见之签署页) 杨 ...

证券代码：601858 证券简称：中国科传 公告编号：2023-049 中国科技出版传媒股份有限公司 2023 年半年度募集资金存放与实际使用情况的专项报告 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个别及连带责任。 根据中国证券监督管理委员会《上市公司监管指引第 2 号-上市公司募集资 金管理和使用的监管要求》及《上海证券交易所上市公司自律监管指引第 1 号— —规范运作》，现将中国科技出版传媒股份有限公司（以下简称"公司"）截至 2023 年 6 月 30 日募集资金存放与实际使用情况报告如下： 一、募集资金基本情况 （一）实际募集资金金额和资金到账时间 2016 年 12 月 16 日经中国证券监督管理委员会《关于核准中国科技出版传 媒股份有限公司首次公开发行股票的批复》（证监许可[2016]3111 号）核准，公 司成功向社会公开发行境内上市人民币普通股（A 股）股票 13,050 万股新股， 占公司公开发行股票后总股本的 16.51%，其中网下发行 1,305 万股，占本次发 行数量的 10%；网上发行数量为 11,745 ...

证券代码：601858 证券简称：中国科传 公告编号：2023-026 中国科技出版传媒股份有限公司 关于召开 2022 年度暨 2023 年第一季度业绩说明会的公告 （一） 会议召开时间：2023 年 05 月 17 日上午 10:00-11:00 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个别及连带责任。 重要内容提示： 会议召开时间：2023 年 05 月 17 日(星期三)上午 10:00-11:00 投资者可于 2023 年 05 月 10 日(星期三)至 05 月 16 日(星期 二)16:00 前登录上证路演中心网站首页点击"提问预征集"栏目或 通过公司邮箱 investor@cspm.com.cn 进行提问。公司将在说明会上 对投资者普遍关注的问题进行回答。 中国科技出版传媒股份有限公司（以下简称"公司"）已于 202 3 年 4 月 29 日发布公司 2022 年度报告，为便于广大投资者更全面 深入地了解公司 2022 年度经营成果、财务状况，公司计划于 2023 年 05 月 17 日上午 10:00-11:00 ...

Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for the first quarter reached ¥450,422,263.42, representing a year-on-year increase of 21.66%[7] - Net profit attributable to shareholders was ¥42,741,976.05, showing a significant increase of 124.95% compared to the same period last year[7] - The basic earnings per share (EPS) was ¥0.0541, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 125.42%[7] - The net profit for Q1 2023 was RMB 39,237,298.08, compared to RMB 15,920,428.62 in Q1 2022, indicating a significant growth[33] - Operating profit for the quarter was RMB 39,312,093.95, up from RMB 15,032,329.41 in the previous year[33] - Total comprehensive income attributable to the parent company was CNY 45,686,199.82, compared to CNY 14,654,533.60 in the previous period, reflecting a significant increase[64] - Basic and diluted earnings per share both increased to CNY 0.05 from CNY 0.02 in the previous period, indicating improved profitability[64] - The total comprehensive income for the period was CNY 42,181,521.85, up from CNY 11,574,026.66 in the previous period, highlighting strong performance[64] Cash Flow and Management - The net cash flow from operating activities was negative at -¥258,851,374.10, indicating a significant cash outflow[7] - Cash flow from operating activities showed a net outflow of RMB -258,851,374.10, slightly improved from RMB -267,118,999.33 in the previous year[36] - Investment activities generated a net cash outflow of RMB -435,289,240.55, compared to RMB -1,079,351,472.96 in Q1 2022, indicating improved cash management[36] - The net cash flow from financing activities was CNY -4,203,442.70, slightly better than CNY -4,437,728.87 in the previous period, showing a reduction in cash outflow[70] - The net increase in cash and cash equivalents was CNY -696,257,318.40, compared to CNY -1,350,271,188.70 in the previous period, showing an improvement in cash management[70] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets decreased by 2.32% to ¥6,630,819,182.59 compared to the end of the previous year[8] - The total current assets decreased to ¥3,862,650,559.56 from ¥4,698,779,431.11, a decline of approximately 17.8%[62] - Non-current assets increased to ¥2,768,168,623.03 from ¥2,089,759,978.98, reflecting a growth of about 32.5%[62] - The total liabilities decreased to ¥1,702,505,846.61 from ¥1,902,407,595.96, a reduction of about 10.5%[50] - The total equity attributable to shareholders increased to ¥4,874,240,568.70 from ¥4,828,554,368.88, showing a growth of approximately 0.9%[50] Shareholder Information - The total number of ordinary shareholders at the end of the reporting period was 36,344[23] - The largest shareholder, China Science Publishing Group, holds 74.40% of the shares[23] Research and Development - Research and development expenses decreased by 30.13% during the reporting period[11] - Research and development expenses decreased to RMB 1,137,263.64 from RMB 1,627,711.50, reflecting a focus on cost management[32] Other Comprehensive Income - Other comprehensive income after tax for the quarter was RMB 2,944,223.77, recovering from a loss of RMB -4,346,401.96 in the same period last year[33] - The company recorded a reclassification adjustment of CNY 1,241,886.07 in other comprehensive income, compared to a loss of CNY -4,440,324.04 in the previous period[64] Financial Position - As of March 31, 2023, the company's cash and cash equivalents amounted to ¥1,643,280,812.89, a decrease of approximately 29.8% from ¥2,339,588,131.29 as of December 31, 2022[47] - The trading financial assets increased significantly to ¥676,430,200.00 from ¥33,616,519.94, marking a growth of approximately 1,908.5%[47] - Accounts payable decreased to ¥660,177,625.11 from ¥731,923,143.39, reflecting a reduction of about 9.8%[49] - Contract liabilities decreased to ¥748,181,470.79 from ¥838,912,219.78, indicating a decline of approximately 10.8%[49]

Financial Performance - The basic earnings per share for 2022 was CNY 0.59, a decrease of 4.84% compared to CNY 0.62 in 2021[12] - The diluted earnings per share for 2022 was also CNY 0.59, reflecting the same percentage decrease of 4.84% from the previous year[12] - The weighted average return on net assets for 2022 was 9.97%, down by 1.08 percentage points from 11.05% in 2021[12] - The net profit attributable to shareholders decreased by 3.63% to 468.70 million CNY[34] - The company reported a loss of CNY 65,478.62 from the disposal of non-current assets in 2022, compared to a loss of CNY 20,612.31 in 2021[14] - The total assets at the end of the period reached 6,788.54 million CNY, an increase of 3.87% year-on-year[34] - The company's gross profit margin for the publishing business was impacted by a 7.24% increase in operating costs compared to the previous year[36] - The cash flow from operating activities was 2,843.39 million yuan, a decline of 2.10% year-on-year[77] - The cash flow from investment activities was 3,880.96 million yuan, an increase of 18.66% compared to the previous year[77] - The total amount of cash received from sales of goods and services was approximately 2.76 billion yuan, a decrease of 2.20% compared to the previous year[77] Revenue and Business Growth - The company achieved a total operating revenue of 2,708.98 million CNY in 2022, representing a year-on-year growth of 2.88%[34] - The publishing business revenue declined by 6.89%, with book revenue down by 8.12% and journal revenue up by 1.08%[36] - The import and export business revenue grew by 14.68%, indicating a positive trend in international operations[36] - In Q1 2022, the company's operating revenue was RMB 370,244,488, which increased to RMB 1,003,607,743.71 in Q4 2022, showing a significant growth trend[46] - The net profit attributable to shareholders was RMB 19,000,935.56 in Q1 2022, rising to RMB 188,259,754.62 by Q4 2022, indicating strong financial performance[46] - The company reported a significant increase in user engagement, with a year-over-year growth of 25% in active users[177] - The company achieved a revenue of 1.2 billion yuan in 2022, representing a 10% increase compared to the previous year[177] - The company has outlined a strategic goal to increase its annual revenue by 20% over the next three years through mergers and acquisitions[177] Strategic Initiatives - The company focused on transforming its business towards knowledge services, emphasizing four main areas: professional subject knowledge bases, digital education cloud services, healthcare big data, and journal integration platforms[19] - The company aims to accelerate the development of its scientific journal business by adhering to principles of quality, internationalization, and digitalization[18] - The company aims to transition from traditional publishing to knowledge services, focusing on four major development directions, including digital education and integrated journal platforms[64] - The company plans to optimize its internal management and production processes through the implementation of a new ERP system[108] - The company aims to strengthen international cooperation and enhance its global influence in technology publishing[109] - The company plans to deepen its integration of digital and traditional publishing to create a new growth momentum for sustained performance[130] - The company will implement a five-strategy plan, including knowledge service strategy and talent-first strategy, to enhance operational efficiency and core competitiveness[141][145] Innovation and Development - The company developed innovative applications such as the "Cell Biology 3D Resource Library System" and "Virtual Fusion Gesture Recognition Experiment System," which were recognized in an educational innovation case collection[20] - The SciEngine platform has been enhanced with various tools, including AI translation and semantic search, to improve publishing operations and knowledge services[53] - The company is investing 50 million yuan in new technology development for digital publishing solutions, expected to launch by Q3 2023[177] - The company is focusing on enhancing its R&D capabilities, with a budget allocation of 100 million yuan for the next fiscal year[177] - The company has developed several digital platforms, including the "SciEngine" V3.0, enhancing its publishing and knowledge service capabilities[88] Governance and Management - The company has established a long-term mechanism to prevent the controlling shareholder from occupying company funds[87] - The company has implemented a strategy to enhance its governance structure by appointing independent directors to key committees[153] - The company continues to focus on improving its financial performance and governance practices[153] - The company has a diverse board with members having extensive experience in publishing and management[152] - The total pre-tax remuneration for the board members and senior management during the reporting period amounted to CNY 1,710.72 million[150] Challenges and Market Conditions - The company faces significant challenges due to macroeconomic uncertainties, including risks from the Ukraine crisis and domestic economic recovery issues[110] - The publishing industry is experiencing increased competition from e-commerce and new media, leading to compressed profit margins due to rising production costs[111] - The retail book market saw a significant decline, with physical store sales down by 37.22% year-on-year, while short video e-commerce grew by 42.86%[23] Future Plans - In 2023, the company plans to focus on the integration of books, journals, and databases to accelerate the transition from traditional publishing to knowledge services[169] - The company will continue to promote the development of its journal business, targeting breakthroughs in quality, professionalism, internationalization, platformization, and clustering[168] - The company plans to adjust and integrate its business structure to enhance the strength and competitiveness of its advantageous sectors[167] - The company aims to enhance its publishing capabilities by focusing on high-quality content and professional advantages in the publishing business, particularly in technology publishing[127] - The company is committed to implementing its "14th Five-Year Plan" to achieve strategic goals and promote high-quality development[126]

Financial Performance - Operating revenue for Q3 2022 was RMB 613,893,633.65, an increase of 5.76% year-on-year[2] - Net profit attributable to shareholders for Q3 2022 was RMB 122,093,649.42, a significant increase of 59.55% year-on-year[2] - Net profit attributable to shareholders after deducting non-recurring gains and losses was RMB 112,811,649.49, up by 50.33% year-on-year[2] - Basic earnings per share for Q3 2022 was RMB 0.15, an increase of 50.00% compared to the same period last year[4] - Total operating revenue for the first three quarters of 2022 was CNY 1,705,368,871.17, a decrease of 2.6% compared to CNY 1,750,633,605.91 in the same period of 2021[18] - Total profit for the third quarter of 2022 was CNY 283,251,782.20, down from CNY 293,899,852.28 in the same quarter of 2021[19] - The total comprehensive income for the third quarter was CNY 272,695,331.94, a decrease from CNY 283,431,659.14 in the previous year[20] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets at the end of Q3 2022 were RMB 6,466,771,687.84, a decrease of 1.05% compared to the end of the previous year[4] - Current assets totaled RMB 3,703,795,545.42, down from RMB 4,352,789,690.42 year-over-year[14] - Total liabilities decreased to RMB 1,793,664,031.99 from RMB 1,934,176,851.45, a reduction of approximately 7.3%[15] - The company reported a decrease in total current liabilities to RMB 1,629,909,813.01 from RMB 1,773,076,645.71, a decline of approximately 8.1%[15] Cash Flow - The net cash flow from operating activities for the year-to-date period decreased by 49.30% due to a reduction in cash received from sales[8] - Cash flow from operating activities for the first three quarters of 2022 was CNY 1,525,637,207.06, a decrease from CNY 1,586,268,784.14 in the previous year[21] - Net cash inflow from operating activities was $39,678,071.72, a decrease of 49.3% compared to $78,264,405.41 in the previous year[23] - Cash received from operating activities totaled $1,615,044,906.72, down from $1,756,171,281.06 in the previous year[23] Shareholders' Equity - Shareholders' equity attributable to shareholders at the end of Q3 2022 was RMB 4,623,682,738.51, an increase of 1.59% year-on-year[4] - Shareholders' equity increased to RMB 4,673,107,655.85 from RMB 4,601,199,323.91, representing a growth of about 1.6%[16] - The company’s retained earnings reached RMB 2,709,917,660.66, up from RMB 2,630,259,438.02, reflecting an increase of approximately 3%[16] Operating Costs and Expenses - Total operating costs decreased to CNY 1,399,706,339.94, down 1.2% from CNY 1,416,840,213.58 year-over-year[18] - The company reported a decrease in operating expenses and asset impairment losses, contributing to the increase in net profit[8] - Research and development expenses increased to CNY 3,319,899.35, up 17.3% from CNY 2,829,445.75 in the same period last year[18] Investment Activities - Total cash inflow from investment activities reached $2,487,346,616.86, an increase of 38.5% from $1,796,125,369.36 year-over-year[23] - Cash received from investment recovery was $1,601,222,144.28, significantly higher than $535,243,835.58 in the previous year[23] - Cash paid for investment activities was $2,413,700,000.00, a substantial increase from $874,180,000.00 year-over-year[23] Other Comprehensive Income - Other comprehensive income after tax for the third quarter was CNY -7,510,134.03, compared to CNY -10,894,030.63 in the previous year[19]

Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for the first half of 2022 was ¥1,091,475,237.52, a decrease of 6.72% compared to ¥1,170,168,926.99 in the same period last year[14]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders of the listed company was ¥158,351,573.22, down 27.68% from ¥218,960,973.09 in the previous year[14]. - The net profit after deducting non-recurring gains and losses was ¥151,980,035.88, a decrease of 29.75% compared to ¥216,355,641.34 in the same period last year[14]. - The net cash flow from operating activities was -¥101,612,851.58, compared to -¥12,196,437.81 in the previous year[14]. - Basic earnings per share for the first half of 2022 was ¥0.19, down 32.14% from ¥0.28 in the same period last year[15]. - The weighted average return on net assets was 3.21%, a decrease of 2.05 percentage points compared to 5.26% in the previous year[15]. - The company reported a government subsidy of ¥124,453.24 included in the current profit and loss[16]. - The company reported a non-operating income of 6,371,537.34, primarily due to the purchase of financial products classified as trading financial assets[17]. Assets and Liabilities - The net assets attributable to shareholders of the listed company increased by 3.30% to ¥4,701,868,935.85 from ¥4,551,534,649.90 at the end of the previous year[14]. - Total assets increased by 0.60% to ¥6,574,280,500.29 from ¥6,535,376,175.36 at the end of the previous year[14]. - The company's cash and cash equivalents decreased by 37.04% to ¥120,228.67 from ¥190,966.05 year-on-year[46]. - Accounts receivable increased by 30.08% to ¥15,407.74 from ¥11,845.24 in the previous year[46]. - The total amount of trading financial assets rose significantly by 160.69% to ¥86,026.10 from ¥33,000.00 year-on-year[46]. - The total current assets amount to 4,102,237,843.52 RMB, a decrease from 4,352,789,690.42 RMB at the beginning of the period[78]. - Total liabilities amounted to ¥1,822,914,348.75, down from ¥1,934,176,851.45, representing a decline of about 5.7%[80]. Market and Industry Trends - The publishing industry is undergoing a transformation towards refined growth, focusing on the quality of topics rather than merely increasing the number of publications[23]. - The government has emphasized the importance of cultural industries, which is expected to drive growth in the publishing sector[19]. - The company is aligning its strategies with national policies aimed at promoting digital integration in the publishing industry[20]. - The "Double Reduction" policy has significantly affected the K-12 educational materials business, leading to a substantial decline in demand and prompting the company to adjust its operational strategies and innovate marketing methods to create new growth points[55]. Digital Transformation and Innovation - The knowledge service segment has developed multiple digital products and platforms, including "Scientific Library" and "SciEngine," to provide comprehensive research solutions[26]. - The company has launched several digital products and knowledge service platforms, including "SciEngine" and "SciCloud," to facilitate its transformation towards knowledge services[32]. - The company plans to increase investment in digital product development and enhance online marketing efforts to adapt to market changes[53]. - The company has implemented digital printing methods, such as POD (Print on Demand), to improve production efficiency, reduce paper waste, and enhance overall operational quality while also minimizing environmental pollution[61]. Research and Development - Research and development expenses increased by 7.41% to ¥2,584,850.06, up from ¥2,406,637.73 in the previous year[44]. - The company has invested in developing a professional technology research and development team to support its digital product updates and long-term operations[33]. Shareholder and Equity Information - The total number of common shareholders as of the end of the reporting period is 22,773[72]. - The largest shareholder, China Science Publishing & Media Group Co., Ltd., holds 582,255,000 shares, accounting for 73.66% of the total shares[72]. - The company did not distribute profits or increase capital reserves in the reporting period, indicating a focus on reinvestment rather than shareholder returns[60]. Compliance and Legal Matters - There are no significant lawsuits or arbitration matters during the reporting period, indicating a stable legal environment for the company[67]. - The company has maintained a good integrity status during the reporting period, with no significant debts or court judgments unfulfilled[67]. Tax and Government Benefits - The company benefits from a 50% VAT refund policy for certain publications until December 31, 2023[192]. - The company’s subsidiaries enjoy a reduced corporate income tax rate of 15% for qualifying high-tech enterprises[196]. - The company’s subsidiaries are exempt from property tax for five years starting from January 1, 2019, under specific cultural enterprise transformation policies[199].

Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for Q1 2022 was RMB 370,244,488, a decrease of 0.60% compared to the same period last year[2]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders was RMB 19,000,935.56, down 20.02% year-on-year[2]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders after deducting non-recurring gains and losses was RMB 18,688,168.89, a decrease of 19.33% compared to the previous year[2]. - The basic earnings per share for the period was RMB 0.0240, reflecting a decline of 20.02% year-on-year[3]. - Net profit for Q1 2022 was RMB 15,920,428.62, down 23.4% from RMB 20,939,791.01 in Q1 2021[16]. - Earnings per share for Q1 2022 was RMB 0.02, compared to RMB 0.03 in Q1 2021[16]. Assets and Liabilities - The total assets at the end of the reporting period were RMB 6,424,864,612.80, a decrease of 1.69% from the end of the previous year[3]. - As of March 31, 2022, total assets amounted to CNY 6,424,864,612.80, a decrease from CNY 6,535,376,175.36 at the end of 2021[12]. - Total current assets were CNY 4,152,633,702.31, down from CNY 4,352,789,690.42 at the end of 2021, reflecting a decrease of approximately 4.6%[11]. - Total liabilities decreased to CNY 1,812,091,262.23 from CNY 1,934,176,851.45, a reduction of about 6.3%[13]. - The company's equity attributable to shareholders rose to CNY 4,566,189,183.50 from CNY 4,551,534,649.90, reflecting a slight increase of approximately 0.3%[13]. Cash Flow - The company's cash flow from operating activities was negative at RMB -267,118,999.33, indicating a significant cash outflow[2]. - Cash flow from operating activities in Q1 2022 was negative at RMB -267,118,999.33, an improvement from RMB -279,134,651.57 in Q1 2021[18]. - The company achieved cash inflow from operating activities totaling RMB 311,928,907.70 in Q1 2022, compared to RMB 307,253,837.45 in Q1 2021[18]. - Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period were $555,819,611.33, down from $1,086,753,311.54 year-over-year[19]. - The net increase in cash and cash equivalents was -$1,350,271,188.70, compared to -$1,156,083,726.81 in the previous year[19]. Expenses - Total operating costs increased to RMB 318,697,780.64 in Q1 2022, up 2.3% from RMB 311,478,701.87 in Q1 2021[15]. - Research and development expenses increased by 58.94% during the reporting period, indicating a focus on innovation[7]. - Research and development expenses increased to RMB 1,627,711.50 in Q1 2022, up 59% from RMB 1,024,117.58 in Q1 2021[15]. - Sales expenses rose to RMB 31,183,828.67 in Q1 2022, compared to RMB 29,995,201.45 in Q1 2021[15]. - The company reported a decrease in tax and additional fees to RMB 1,204,737.23 in Q1 2022 from RMB 1,872,757.46 in Q1 2021[15]. Shareholder Information - The total number of ordinary shareholders at the end of the reporting period was 22,765[8]. - The largest shareholder, China Science Publishing & Media Group, held 582,255,000 shares, accounting for 73.66% of the total shares[8]. Inventory and Receivables - Accounts receivable increased to CNY 145,118,529.51 from CNY 118,452,397.97, representing an increase of approximately 22.5%[11]. - The company's inventory increased to CNY 712,175,849.09 from CNY 658,709,571.63, marking an increase of approximately 8.1%[12]. Other Financial Activities - Net cash inflow from investment activities was $207,755,051.14, a decrease from $236,466,357.30 in the previous year[19]. - Net cash outflow from investment activities totaled $1,287,106,524.10, compared to $1,114,169,802.42 in the prior year, resulting in a net cash flow from investment activities of -$1,079,351,472.96[19]. - Cash paid for investment activities was $1,151,500,000.00, an increase from $455,420,000.00 year-over-year[19]. - Cash received from other investment activities was $73,217,652.63, compared to $47,642,837.14 in the previous year[19]. - Cash paid for other financing activities was $4,371,209.38, up from $370,203.28 in the previous year[19]. - The impact of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents was $637,012.46, down from $1,395,180.89 year-over-year[19]. Accounting Standards - The company did not apply the new accounting standards for the first year of implementation[19].

Financial Performance - The total operating revenue for 2021 was RMB 2,633,173,118.77, representing a 4.33% increase compared to RMB 2,523,935,647.90 in 2020[15]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders of the listed company for 2021 was RMB 486,352,654.50, up 4.53% from RMB 465,289,637.27 in 2020[15]. - The net cash flow from operating activities for 2021 was RMB 473,181,848.91, showing a slight increase of 0.84% from RMB 469,227,837.82 in 2020[15]. - The total assets at the end of 2021 were RMB 6,535,376,175.36, an 8.34% increase from RMB 6,032,157,326.96 at the end of 2020[15]. - The net assets attributable to shareholders of the listed company at the end of 2021 were RMB 4,551,534,649.90, reflecting a 7.08% increase from RMB 4,250,791,094.26 at the end of 2020[15]. - The basic earnings per share for 2021 was RMB 0.62, a 5.08% increase compared to RMB 0.59 in 2020[16]. - The weighted average return on net assets for 2021 was 11.05%, a decrease of 0.22 percentage points from 11.29% in 2020[16]. - The company reported a significant increase in revenue, achieving a total of 1.2 billion RMB in 2021, representing a year-over-year growth of 15%[132]. - The company provided a positive outlook for 2022, projecting a revenue growth of 10% to 12% based on current market trends and user engagement[134]. Business Operations - The company plans to distribute a cash dividend of RMB 2.54 per 10 shares, totaling RMB 200,787,000.00[4]. - The company reported no significant risks that could materially affect its operations during the reporting period[5]. - The company did not engage in any non-operating fund occupation by controlling shareholders or related parties during the reporting period[5]. - The company has diversified its business into book publishing, journal publishing, import and export of publications, and knowledge services, with a strong emphasis on high-quality scientific and educational content[42]. - The company is focusing on optimizing product structure and promoting print-on-demand (POD) technology to control inventory and improve capital efficiency[65]. - The company aims to enhance its brand influence and core competitiveness by accelerating the transition from traditional publishing to knowledge services, with a focus on high-quality development and diversified content resources[96]. Awards and Recognition - The company received 37 awards in the China Publishing Government Award, including 20 book awards, since the award's inception in 2007[24]. - The company has been recognized as a "National Key Cultural Export Enterprise" annually since 2011 by multiple government departments[54]. - The company has received numerous national honors, including being recognized as a "National Excellent Publisher" and receiving various awards for its publications and contributions to the industry[46][47]. Research and Development - R&D expenses increased by 24.88% in 2021, amounting to CNY 5.57 million, due to heightened investment in research and development[59]. - The company has a total of 1,282 projects funded by the Ministry of Science and Technology, showcasing its strong support for scientific publishing[51]. - The company aims to enhance its research and development capabilities to stay competitive in the rapidly evolving publishing industry[128]. Digital Transformation - The company launched new products in its medical health big data platform, continuously enhancing its collaboration with renowned hospitals and experts[31]. - The company’s knowledge service platforms are designed to provide professional decision-making support for medical personnel and authoritative knowledge resources for research and teaching[87]. - The company is adapting to changes in the educational publishing landscape due to new policies and market demands, which have significantly impacted the demand for educational materials[93]. - The company plans to enhance its online platform, with an investment of 50 million RMB dedicated to upgrading user experience and interface[134]. Governance and Compliance - The company adheres to strict governance practices, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and protecting shareholder rights[117]. - The company has established a complete financial accounting system and internal control measures, ensuring independent financial decision-making without sharing bank accounts with the actual controller[121]. - The company has implemented measures to prevent the actual controller and related parties from occupying company funds, ensuring no violations occurred[120]. - The company’s governance structure is fully compliant with the requirements of the Company Law and relevant regulations, with no significant discrepancies noted[120]. Market Trends and Challenges - The "Double Reduction" policy has significantly impacted the traditional educational publishing market, prompting the company to explore new avenues in popular science and educational content[41]. - The ongoing pandemic poses challenges to production and operations, but also presents opportunities for digital transformation and integration[113]. - Fluctuations in raw material prices, particularly paper, are anticipated to increase production costs, prompting the company to enhance procurement strategies[114]. Future Outlook - The company plans to strengthen its international presence by enhancing English-language book publishing and supporting overseas branches, aiming to optimize global business layout through cross-border mergers and acquisitions[99]. - The company will implement a talent-first strategy, focusing on high standards for talent recruitment and professional development to improve overall team quality[100]. - The overall outlook for 2022 remains positive, with expectations of continued revenue growth and market expansion[128].

Financial Performance - Revenue for Q3 2021 was CNY 580,464,678.92, a decrease of 11.27% compared to the same period last year[2] - Net profit attributable to shareholders for Q3 2021 was CNY 76,525,714.26, down 35.21% year-on-year[2] - Basic earnings per share for Q3 2021 was CNY 0.10, a decrease of 33.33% compared to the same period last year[4] - Total operating revenue for the first three quarters of 2021 reached ¥1,750,633,605.91, an increase of 7.16% compared to ¥1,633,540,521.59 in the same period of 2020[16] - Net profit attributable to shareholders of the parent company for Q3 2021 was ¥295,486,687.35, compared to ¥251,314,343.82 in Q3 2020, representing a year-over-year increase of 17.54%[19] - The company reported a net profit of ¥294,325,689.77 for Q3 2021, an increase from ¥249,808,174.49 in Q3 2020, marking a growth of 17.8%[18] - Basic earnings per share for Q3 2021 were ¥0.37, up from ¥0.32 in Q3 2020, indicating a 15.63% increase[19] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets at the end of Q3 2021 were CNY 6,064,314,410.93, an increase of 0.53% from the end of the previous year[4] - The company's equity attributable to shareholders increased by 1.97% to CNY 4,334,596,750.98 compared to the end of the previous year[4] - Total liabilities decreased to ¥1,695,636,066.93 in Q3 2021 from ¥1,746,123,642.10 in Q3 2020, a reduction of approximately 2.9%[15] - Total current assets amounted to CNY 3,481,651,091.07, showing a slight increase from CNY 3,481,491,254.03[24] - Non-current assets increased to CNY 2,550,506,235.89, up from CNY 2,563,121,977.87, indicating a minor adjustment in asset valuation[25] Cash Flow - Net cash flow from operating activities for the year-to-date was CNY 78,264,405.41[4] - Operating cash inflow for the first three quarters of 2021 was CNY 1,756,171,281.06, an increase from CNY 1,696,688,251.76 in the same period of 2020, representing a growth of approximately 3.5%[21] - Net cash flow from operating activities turned positive at CNY 78,264,405.41, compared to a negative cash flow of CNY -577,636,479.45 in the first three quarters of 2020[21] - Cash inflow from investment activities totaled CNY 1,796,125,369.36, significantly higher than CNY 223,017,358.09 in the previous year, indicating a substantial increase in investment receipts[22] - Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period stood at CNY 1,024,730,545.89, down from CNY 3,024,584,636.99 at the end of the previous year[22] Shareholder Information - The total number of common shareholders at the end of the reporting period is 22,900[11] - The largest shareholder, China Science Publishing & Media Group, holds 582,255,000 shares, accounting for 73.66% of total shares[11] - Shareholders' equity totaled approximately $4.29 billion, with retained earnings at approximately $2.38 billion[28] - The total equity attributable to shareholders was approximately $4.25 billion, indicating a stable financial position[28] Investment and Expenses - Investment income for the year-to-date increased by 68.84% compared to the previous year[8] - Research and development expenses for Q3 2021 were ¥2,829,445.75, slightly up from ¥2,770,784.98 in Q3 2020, indicating a focus on innovation[18] - The company reported a financial expense of -¥76,923,283.50 in Q3 2021, compared to -¥73,512,920.39 in Q3 2020, showing an increase in financial costs[18] - The company paid CNY 200,836,182.92 in dividends and interest, compared to CNY 150,250,271.69 in the same period last year, reflecting a 33.6% increase in cash outflows for financing activities[22] Future Outlook - Future outlook includes potential market expansion and investment in new technologies to drive growth[29] - The company continues to focus on strategic financial management to enhance shareholder value and maintain liquidity[29]