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纳微科技:苏州纳微科技股份有限公司第二届董事会第二十五次会议独立董事独立意见
2023-08-24 10:44
苏州纳微科技股份有限公司第二届董事会 第二十五次会议独立董事独立意见 根据《中华人民共和国公司法》《上海证券交易所科创板股票上市规则》《关 于在上市公司建立独立董事制度的指导意见》等法律法规和规范性文件以及《苏 州纳微科技股份有限公司章程》的相关规定,作为苏州纳微科技股份有限公司 (以下简称"公司")的独立董事,本着认真、负责的态度,基于独立、审慎、 客观的原则,我们认真审阅了本次会议的相关资料,现针对公司第二届董事会第 二十五次会议相关议案发表明确同意的独立意见如下: 一、关于公司 2023 年半年度募集资金存放与实际使用情况的专项报告的议 案 公司编制的 2023 年半年度募集资金存放与实际使用情况的专项报告,募集 资金的审批程序符合《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》、《上海证券交易所上市公司募集资金管理办法》等相关法律法 规的要求,不存在变相改变募集资金投向和损害中小股东利益的情形。 公司延长向不特定对象发行可转换公司债券股东大会决议有效期事项,符合 相关法律法规及规范性文件的规定,符合公司和全体股东利益,不存在损害中小 股东利益的情形。因此,我们同意公司延长向不特 ...
纳微科技:苏州纳微科技股份有限公司关于签署资产转让协议暨关联交易的公告
2023-08-24 10:44
证券代码:688690 证券简称:纳微科技 公告编号:2023-047 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、准确性和完整性依法承担法律责任。 重要内容提示: 一、关联交易概述 公司拟与参股公司鑫导电子签署《资产转让协议》。根据厦门嘉学资产评估 房地产估价有限公司(以下简称"嘉学评估")出具的《苏州纳微科技股份有限 公司拟资产转让涉及的ACF用导电微球相关专利权及设备资产评估报告》(嘉学 评估评报字【2023】8310066号),公司ACF用导电微球相关专利权及设备在评估 基准日2023年6月30日采用成本法评估的评估值为人民币2,843.48万元(不含增 值税),参考上述评估值,双方协商一致确认,转让价格为以下三者合计: 苏州纳微科技股份有限公司 关于签署资产转让协议暨关联交易的公告 1、有形资产转让费:人民币 150 万元(不含增值税); 2、专利转让费之固定部分:人民币 2,850 万元(不含增值税); 3、专利转让费之提成部分:鑫导电子按应用本协议无形资产所开发或转化 的各向异性导电胶膜产品的销售总收入的3%向公司支付,于每年度第一季度末 ...
纳微科技:苏州纳微科技股份有限公司关于延长公司向不特定对象发行可转换公司债券股东大会决议有效期及授权有效期的公告
2023-08-24 10:44
证券代码:688690 证券简称:纳微科技 公告编号:2023-045 苏州纳微科技股份有限公司 关于延长公司向不特定对象发行可转换公司债券股东 大会决议有效期及授权有效期的公告 二、独立董事的独立意见 公司延长向不特定对象发行可转换公司债券股东大会决议有效期及授权有效 期事项,符合相关法律法规及规范性文件的规定,符合公司和全体股东利益,不 存在损害中小股东利益的情形。因此,我们同意公司延长向不特定对象发行可转 换公司债券股东大会决议有效期及授权有效期的事项。 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、准确性和完整性依法承担法律责任。 一、基本情况说明 (或由董事会授权人士)的有效期均为公司2022年第三次临时股东大会审议通过 之日起12个月,即2022年9月14日至2023年9月13日。 鉴于公司本次发行方案的股东大会决议有效期及授权有效期即将届满而公司 尚未完成本次发行工作,为确保公司本次发行后续工作持续、有效、顺利进行。 公司于2023年8月24日召开第二届董事会第二十五次会议及第二届监事会第二十 一次会议,审议通过《关于延长公司向不特定对象发 ...
纳微科技(688690) - 2022 Q4 - 年度财报
2023-04-25 16:00
Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for the reporting period was 705.84 million RMB, with a net profit of 276.86 million RMB, indicating a relatively small scale compared to large multinational companies, which poses a risk to operational resilience [1]. - The company achieved a revenue of 705.84 million RMB, representing a year-on-year growth of 58.14% [20]. - Net profit attributable to shareholders was 275.13 million RMB, a year-on-year increase of 46.27% [20]. - The net profit after deducting non-recurring gains and losses was 197.05 million RMB, up 14.46% compared to the previous year [20]. - In the biopharmaceutical sector, revenue reached 590.30 million RMB, with a growth rate of 51.27% [22]. - The company reported a revenue increase of 15% year-over-year, reaching RMB 1.2 billion in the latest quarter [124]. - The company provided a forward guidance of 10% revenue growth for the next quarter, projecting revenues between RMB 1.3 billion and RMB 1.4 billion [124]. - The company reported a total of RMB 1,588.53 million in other current liabilities, primarily due to endorsed or discounted receivables not yet due [63]. - The company's operating revenue for 2022 was RMB 70,584.12 million, representing a 58.14% increase compared to RMB 44,634.68 million in 2021 [190]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders for 2022 was RMB 27,512.76 million, a growth of 46.27% from RMB 18,808.97 million in 2021 [190]. Accounts Receivable and Cash Flow - Accounts receivable at the end of the reporting period amounted to 230.79 million RMB, accounting for 32.70% of the current operating revenue, indicating potential risks related to credit losses [4]. - The net cash flow from operating activities decreased by 28.99% to 111.89 million RMB compared to the previous year [46]. - The cash flow from operating activities decreased year-on-year, primarily due to increased salaries and safety stock expenditures [21]. - The cash and cash equivalents decreased by 33.38% to 250.76 million RMB, reflecting a focus on managing idle funds [55]. - The net cash flow from operating activities decreased by 28.99% to RMB 11,188.81 million, down from RMB 15,756.39 million in the previous year [191]. Research and Development - The company plans to enhance its R&D and industrialization capabilities to meet higher product technical requirements and maintain its leading position in high-performance chromatography media [1]. - The company expanded its R&D team, leading to increased R&D expenses due to higher personnel costs and material consumption [21]. - R&D expenses rose by 77.12% year-on-year, totaling 117.07 million RMB, indicating a strong focus on innovation [32]. - The proportion of R&D investment to operating revenue increased to 16.59% in 2022, up from 14.81% in 2021 [190]. - The company invested $200 million in R&D for new technologies, which is a 20% increase compared to the previous year [200]. Market Expansion and Competition - The company is closely monitoring changes in biopharmaceutical industry policies to mitigate potential adverse impacts on its operations [9]. - The company faces risks related to intensified market competition as large multinational companies focus more on the Chinese market [1]. - The company plans to continue leveraging domestic market opportunities in biopharmaceuticals amid increasing demand for local suppliers [19]. - The company is actively seeking key technology targets in the upstream and downstream of the industry chain to strengthen its research and development capabilities [92]. - The competitive landscape in the Chinese biopharmaceutical market is intensifying, with increased attention from multinational companies and easier access to equity financing for domestic firms [82]. Strategic Investments and Acquisitions - The company plans to expand its market presence and enhance product offerings through strategic acquisitions and R&D investments [36]. - The company completed a strategic acquisition of a competitor for RMB 500 million, expected to enhance market competitiveness [124]. - The company is planning to issue convertible bonds to unspecified targets, with a feasibility analysis report approved in August 2022 [142]. - The company has been actively involved in capacity construction projects for its subsidiary Zhejiang Nawei Biotechnology Co., Ltd. [142]. - The company plans to construct a new R&D center with an increased investment of RMB 210 million, expanding the building area to 29,400 square meters [72]. Governance and Management - The company has established a governance structure that complies with regulatory requirements, ensuring independent operation and effective decision-making processes [98]. - The management team includes experienced professionals with backgrounds in various sectors, enhancing the company's strategic capabilities [117]. - The company has maintained a stable leadership structure with no significant changes in board members during the reporting period [121]. - The total remuneration paid to all directors, supervisors, and senior management personnel at the end of the reporting period was 1,120.60 million RMB [129]. - The company has not engaged in any significant adverse competition from controlling shareholders or actual controllers [109]. Product Development and Innovation - The company plans to develop new products, including high-capacity alkaline affinity fillers and new generation ion exchange products, to meet the rapidly evolving market demands [94]. - The company is committed to ongoing research and development efforts to drive innovation in its product offerings [117]. - New product launches contributed to a 30% increase in sales, with the latest product line accounting for RMB 300 million in revenue [124]. - The company is exploring strategic partnerships and potential acquisitions to enhance its market position [117]. - The company is focusing on technological innovation and product iteration to capitalize on the historical opportunities presented by the rapid development of the biopharmaceutical sector in China [83].
纳微科技(688690) - 2023 Q1 - 季度财报
2023-04-25 16:00
Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for Q1 2023 was CNY 13,211.39 million, a decrease of 6.21% compared to the same period last year[4]. - Net profit attributable to shareholders was CNY 1,235.84 million, down 79.71% year-on-year[4]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders after deducting non-recurring gains and losses was CNY 598.64 million, a decrease of 89.35% year-on-year[4]. - Basic earnings per share were CNY 0.0307, down 79.84% year-on-year[4]. - Total revenue for Q1 2023 was CNY 132,113,888.95, a decrease of 6.0% compared to CNY 140,865,673.22 in Q1 2022[48]. - Net profit for Q1 2023 was CNY 8,844,695.02, down from CNY 61,838,295.13 in Q1 2022, representing a decline of 85.7%[40]. - Adjusted net profit margin decreased to 34.29%, down 8.98 percentage points from the previous year[33]. - The company reported a total comprehensive income of CNY 8,676,508.73 for Q1 2023, significantly lower than CNY 61,781,840.32 in Q1 2022[41]. - The company recorded a net profit of CNY 13,610,162.34, a significant decrease from CNY 70,319,504.08 in the previous period[49]. Cash Flow and Assets - The net cash flow from operating activities was a negative CNY 2,477.53 million, primarily due to significant tax payments and employee performance bonuses in Q1[9]. - Cash inflow from operating activities in Q1 2023 was CNY 163,256,853.71, an increase from CNY 106,440,903.89 in Q1 2022[42]. - Total assets increased to CNY 2,026,598,984.12 in Q1 2023 from CNY 1,952,900,334.44 in Q1 2022, marking a growth of 3.8%[40]. - Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period totaled CNY 377,117,428.47, up from CNY 212,473,150.26[53]. - The company’s cash and cash equivalents decreased to CNY 10,993,679.20 in Q1 2023 from CNY 14,428,250.40 in Q1 2022, a decline of 23.8%[40]. - The total liabilities decreased to CNY 1,088,818,555.81 in Q1 2023 from CNY 1,143,544,138.66 in Q1 2022, a decrease of 4.8%[40]. Research and Development - R&D investment totaled CNY 3,808.96 million, an increase of 136.89% year-on-year, representing 28.83% of operating revenue, up 17.42 percentage points[4]. - Research and development expenses reached CNY 38,089,598.74, significantly up from CNY 16,078,773.37, indicating a focus on innovation[49]. - The company launched new products including UniGel-65Q HC and STS0100 oligonucleotide synthesizer during the reporting period[9]. Shareholder Information - The total number of common shareholders at the end of the reporting period was 15,044[28]. - Major shareholder Shenzhen Nawei Technology Co., Ltd. holds 19.37% of the shares, totaling 78,096,992 shares[28]. - Equity attributable to shareholders of the listed company was CNY 159,270.72 million, reflecting a growth of 3.01% year-over-year[25]. Government Support and Other Income - The company received government subsidies amounting to CNY 385.86 million, which are closely related to its normal operations[25]. - The company reported a total of CNY 637.20 million in other income and expenses after tax impacts and minority interests[25]. - The total income from other sources was CNY 3,843,963.12, compared to CNY 2,383,320.11 previously, reflecting improved performance in ancillary revenue streams[49].
纳微科技:苏州纳微科技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
2023-04-20 07:40
证券代码:688690 证券简称:纳微科技 公告编号:2023-017 苏州纳微科技股份有限公司 关于召开2022年度暨2023年第一季度 业绩说明会的公告 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、准确性和完整性依法承担法律责任。 重要内容提示: 会议召开时间:2023 年 04 月 28 日(星期五) 下午 16:00-17:00 会议召开地点: 上海证券 交 易 所 上 证 路 演 中 心 ( 网 址 : http://roadshow.sseinfo.com/) 会议召开方式:上证路演中心网络互动 投资者可于 2023 年 04 月 21 日(星期五) 至 04 月 27 日(星期四)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 ir@nanomicrotech.com 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。 苏州纳微科技股份有限公司(以下简称"公司")将于2023年4月26日发布 公司2022年度报告、2023年第一季度报告,为便于广大投资者更全面深入地了解 公司2022年度及2023年第 ...
纳微科技(688690) - 投资者关系活动记录表(202204)
2022-11-19 03:06
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2022-11-17 14:42
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纳微科技(688690) - 2022 Q3 - 季度财报
2022-10-27 16:00
Financial Performance - The company's Q3 2022 revenue reached ¥17,635.15 million, representing a year-over-year increase of 51.32%[5] - Net profit attributable to shareholders for Q3 2022 was ¥4,689.65 million, a decrease of 6.59% compared to the same period last year[5] - The net profit attributable to shareholders after deducting non-recurring gains and losses was ¥4,267.34 million, down 12.94% year-over-year[5] - Basic earnings per share for the first three quarters of 2022 were ¥0.5284, up 70.01% year-over-year[11] - The company reported a total revenue of ¥47,018.21 million for the first three quarters of 2022, reflecting a growth of 66.63% year-over-year[11] - The company achieved a net profit of ¥21,196.74 million for the first three quarters of 2022, an increase of 83.90% year-over-year[11] - The net profit attributable to shareholders for the first three quarters of 2022 was RMB 21,196.74 million, an increase of 83.90% compared to RMB 11,526.21 million in the same period of 2021[22] - The adjusted net profit attributable to shareholders, excluding non-recurring gains and losses, was RMB 14,532.64 million, up 32.72% from RMB 10,949.44 million year-on-year[22] - Total operating revenue for the first three quarters of 2022 reached ¥470,182,123.23, a significant increase from ¥282,163,223.04 in the same period of 2021, representing a growth of approximately 66.8%[31] - Net profit for the first three quarters of 2022 was ¥213,516,314.98, compared to ¥115,212,551.81 in 2021, reflecting an increase of approximately 85.5%[35] - The net profit attributable to the parent company shareholders for the first three quarters of 2022 was approximately CNY 211.97 million, compared to CNY 115.26 million in the same period of 2021, representing an increase of 83.8%[38] - The total comprehensive income attributable to the parent company owners for the first three quarters of 2022 was approximately CNY 212.92 million, up from CNY 115.22 million in the previous year, reflecting an increase of 84.8%[38] Research and Development - R&D expenses for Q3 2022 totaled ¥3,437.30 million, a significant increase of 120.41% year-over-year, reflecting the company's commitment to expanding its R&D team[8] - Research and development expenses amounted to ¥73,516,878.94, which is more than double the ¥35,386,011.09 spent in the previous year, showing a growth of about 108%[35] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets at the end of Q3 2022 amounted to ¥183,243.13 million, an increase of 43.21% compared to the end of the previous year[12] - The total current assets as of September 30, 2022, amounted to RMB 859,574.20 million, compared to RMB 654,991.04 million at the end of 2021, reflecting a significant increase[26] - The company's inventory increased to RMB 202,991.58 million as of September 30, 2022, from RMB 125,236.74 million at the end of 2021, indicating a growth in stock levels[26] - The total receivables increased to RMB 168,313.91 million as of September 30, 2022, from RMB 93,540.13 million at the end of 2021, indicating a rise in credit sales[26] - Non-current assets totaled ¥972,857,134.34, a substantial increase from ¥624,540,015.61 year-over-year, representing a growth of approximately 55.7%[31] - Total assets reached ¥1,832,431,331.93, up from ¥1,279,531,053.17, indicating an increase of about 43.1%[31] - Total liabilities increased to ¥351,941,227.22 from ¥234,403,476.40, marking a rise of approximately 50.1%[31] - The company's equity attributable to shareholders rose to ¥1,447,576,635.77, compared to ¥1,042,264,096.63 in the previous year, reflecting an increase of about 38.9%[31] Cash Flow - Cash inflows from operating activities for the first three quarters of 2022 totaled approximately CNY 434.51 million, compared to CNY 263.47 million in the same period of 2021, marking a rise of 64.8%[41] - Cash outflows from operating activities for the first three quarters of 2022 were approximately CNY 386.35 million, compared to CNY 201.33 million in the same period of 2021, an increase of 91.7%[41] - The net cash flow from operating activities for the first three quarters of 2022 was CNY 48.16 million, down from CNY 62.14 million in the same period of 2021, a decrease of 22.5%[41] - Cash inflows from financing activities for the first three quarters of 2022 amounted to CNY 317.45 million, slightly down from CNY 339.29 million in the same period of 2021, a decrease of 6.4%[43] - The net cash flow from financing activities for the first three quarters of 2022 was CNY 270.54 million, compared to CNY 319.76 million in the same period of 2021, reflecting a decrease of 15.4%[43] - The cash and cash equivalents at the end of the third quarter of 2022 were CNY 405.26 million, an increase from CNY 307.32 million at the end of the same period in 2021, representing a growth of 32%[43] Shareholder Information - The number of ordinary shareholders at the end of the reporting period was 9,862, with the top ten shareholders holding a combined 72.67% of the shares[17] - The largest shareholder, Shenzhen Nawei Technology Co., Ltd., held 19.37% of the shares, followed by BIWANG JACK JIANG with 16.03%[17] Future Outlook - The company plans to continue focusing on high-end talent acquisition and enhancing its marketing and application technology teams to drive future growth[11] - The company plans to continue expanding its market presence and investing in new technologies and products to sustain growth in the upcoming quarters[31]
纳微科技(688690) - 2022 Q2 - 季度财报
2022-08-14 16:00
Financial Performance - The company reported a significant increase in revenue for the first half of 2022, achieving a total of 1.2 billion RMB, representing a year-over-year growth of 25%[2]. - The company's operating revenue for the first half of 2022 was CNY 29,383.06 million, representing a 77.41% increase compared to the same period last year[28]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders for the same period was CNY 16,507.09 million, a 153.73% increase year-over-year, including an investment income of CNY 51.54 million from the acquisition of a subsidiary[28]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders after deducting non-recurring gains and losses increased by 69.73% year-over-year, amounting to CNY 10,265.30 million[28]. - Basic and diluted earnings per share for the period were CNY 0.4125, reflecting a 125.78% increase compared to the same period last year[28]. - The company achieved a revenue of 294 million yuan in the first half of 2022, representing a year-on-year growth of 77.41%[90]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders reached 165 million yuan, an increase of 153.73% compared to the same period last year[90]. - The company reported a net profit of 103 million yuan after deducting non-recurring gains, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 69.73%[90]. Market Expansion and Strategy - User data indicates that the active user base has expanded to 500,000, marking a 30% increase compared to the previous year[2]. - The company has set a revenue guidance for the second half of 2022, projecting an increase of 20% to reach approximately 1.44 billion RMB[2]. - The company is actively pursuing market expansion strategies, targeting a 15% increase in market share within the next year[2]. - The company is planning to expand its market presence in Southeast Asia, targeting a 15% market share within the next two years[180]. - A strategic acquisition of a competitor is in progress, which is anticipated to enhance the company's product offerings and increase market competitiveness[181]. Research and Development - Research and development investments have increased by 40%, focusing on innovative solutions in the biopharmaceutical sector[2]. - R&D expenses totaled 39.14 million RMB, a significant increase of 97.79% year-over-year, attributed to team expansion and increased R&D activities[68]. - R&D expenses accounted for 13.32% of total revenue, up from 11.95% in the same period last year, representing an increase of 1.37 percentage points[68]. - The company has developed multiple core technologies in microsphere preparation, structural control, surface modification, and large-scale production, enhancing its competitive edge in the biopharmaceutical and analytical sectors[59]. - The company has filed 7 new invention patents and obtained 5 new authorizations during the reporting period, bringing the total to 126 applications and 45 authorizations[64]. Product Development and Innovation - New product launches are expected to contribute an additional 200 million RMB in revenue by the end of 2022, driven by advancements in technology[2]. - The company launched the UniMab® EXE product, a high-capacity Protein A affinity chromatography medium, which improves antibody processing volume and reduces non-specific adsorption[62]. - The company has developed a new series of chromatographic columns, DNACore, suitable for vaccine and gene therapy drug development and quality control[62]. - The company has developed a range of polymer chromatography fillers, including uniform particle size polymer microspheres with strong alkali resistance, primarily used for large-scale separation and purification of organic small molecules, natural products, peptides, antibiotics, insulin, and nucleotides[49]. Acquisitions and Investments - The company has completed a strategic acquisition of a competitor, which is anticipated to enhance its product offerings and increase overall market competitiveness[2]. - The company completed acquisitions of three companies, including Infini, RILAS, and Saipor Instruments, contributing to an investment income of 51.54 million yuan from the fair value measurement of Saipor Instruments[90]. - The company acquired Saipuri Instruments to extend its product line into purification chromatography systems, enhancing its market position in domestic purification equipment[91]. - The acquisition of RILAS, a Boston-based R&D outsourcing company, aims to expand the company's biomolecule separation and purification services in the North American market[91]. Financial Integrity and Governance - The board has confirmed that there are no non-operational fund usages by controlling shareholders, ensuring financial integrity[2]. - The company has implemented a restricted stock incentive plan, granting shares to 136 employees, which represents 24.91% of the total workforce at the time of the grant, to strengthen ties with core teams[100]. - The company guarantees to provide fair and reasonable pricing for any transactions involving the sale of assets or business related to its subsidiaries, based on normal commercial transaction prices with independent third parties[185]. Environmental Responsibility - The company has established wastewater, waste gas, and solid waste pollution prevention facilities during the initial phase of production project construction[155]. - The company strictly adhered to regulations for hazardous waste storage and disposal, regularly entrusting qualified third parties for compliant disposal[158]. - The company has implemented an emergency response plan for environmental incidents, which has been filed with local environmental authorities[159]. - The company invested approximately RMB 3.8 million in organic solvent recovery facilities at its production bases in Suzhou Industrial Park and Changshu New Materials Industrial Park to reduce carbon emissions[168]. Risks and Challenges - The management has identified potential risks related to supply chain disruptions, which could impact future performance[2]. - The company faces risks related to the potential failure of new product development and the inability to commercialize innovations, which could adversely affect revenue growth and profitability[101]. - The company is exposed to risks of intellectual property theft or infringement, which could undermine its competitive edge in the chromatography media industry[102]. - The company is at risk of supply chain disruptions due to reliance on single suppliers for key raw materials, which could impact production schedules and costs[106].