Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for Q1 2020 was ¥232,657,901.21, a decrease of 27.80% compared to ¥322,231,306.31 in the same period last year[7]. - Net profit attributable to shareholders was ¥13,405,460.62, down 70.18% from ¥44,961,213.99 year-on-year[7]. - The net profit after deducting non-recurring gains and losses was ¥9,934,703.12, a decline of 76.02% compared to ¥41,434,736.64 in the previous year[7]. - The basic earnings per share decreased by 70.20% to ¥0.0233 from ¥0.0782 in the same period last year[7]. - Operating profit decreased by 67.61% year-on-year, attributed to delays in resumption of work caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, resulting in delays in product orders and deliveries[15]. - Total profit, income tax expenses, and net profit decreased by 71.68%, 83.46%, and 70.20% respectively compared to the same period last year, mainly due to reduced profits from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic[15]. Assets and Liabilities - Total assets at the end of the reporting period were ¥2,083,144,485.91, a decrease of 2.00% from ¥2,125,579,151.45 at the end of the previous year[7]. - Total liabilities decreased to CNY 345,131,818.29 from CNY 365,836,223.50, indicating improved financial stability[35]. - The total assets were reported at 2,125,579,151.45 yuan, indicating the overall size of the company's balance sheet[55]. - The total liabilities amounted to 692,071,392.54 yuan, reflecting the company's financial obligations[55]. Cash Flow - Cash flow from operating activities was negative at -¥102,261,562.58, compared to -¥78,333,966.75 in the same period last year[7]. - Cash received from tax refunds decreased by 68.26% year-on-year, primarily due to a decline in export business scale and a decrease in export tax rebates[15]. - The total cash outflow from operating activities is CNY 299,364,715.56, an increase from CNY 253,798,300.56 in the previous period[47]. - The net cash flow from operating activities was -52,485,618.62 yuan, an improvement from -57,785,661.91 yuan in the previous period, indicating a reduction in cash outflow[50]. - Cash received from sales of goods and services was 46,346,283.20 yuan, up from 31,859,983.00 yuan in the previous period, reflecting a growth in revenue generation[50]. Research and Development - R&D expenses decreased by 51.57% year-on-year due to the impact of COVID-19 on employee return to work[14]. - The company reported a significant reduction in research and development expenses to CNY 7,273,120.25 from CNY 15,018,610.77, which may impact future innovation[38]. - The company incurred research and development expenses of CNY 2,098,634.19, significantly lower than CNY 5,771,850.56 in the previous period[42]. Other Income and Expenses - Financial expenses increased by 348.01% year-on-year due to an increase in bank loans and interest expenses[14]. - Other income increased by 160.28% compared to the same period last year, mainly due to an increase in government subsidies received during the reporting period[15]. - Investment income increased by 205.61% year-on-year, primarily due to the turnaround of the associated company Guizhou Jinrui and the performance increase of Tongling Nanyuan[15]. Equity and Shareholder Value - The net assets attributable to shareholders increased by 0.98% to ¥1,446,308,749.98 from ¥1,432,294,281.29 at the end of the previous year[7]. - The equity attributable to shareholders increased to CNY 1,175,503,812.21 from CNY 1,174,347,867.26, reflecting stable shareholder value[35]. - The company's equity totaled 1,433,507,758.91 yuan, representing the net worth attributable to shareholders[55]. Audit and Standards - The first quarter report was not audited, indicating preliminary financial data[59]. - The company has not applied the new revenue and leasing standards for retrospective adjustments[58].

Financial Performance - Operating revenue decreased by 5.13% to CNY 322,430,131.16 for the current period, while year-to-date revenue increased by 3.73% to CNY 997,862,575.84[7] - Net profit attributable to shareholders decreased by 23.57% to CNY 27,297,747.28 for the current period, with a year-to-date net profit of CNY 104,540,407.78, down 1.66%[7] - Basic earnings per share decreased by 23.67% to CNY 0.0474 for the current period[7] - The total comprehensive income for the current period is CNY 27,297,747.28, down from CNY 35,713,862.36 in the previous period[38] - The net profit for the current period is a loss of CNY 1,031,230.78, compared to a profit of CNY 7,462,955.07 in the previous period[42] - The net profit for the current period is CNY -1,263,640.90, a significant decline from CNY 18,100,159.39 in the previous period[49] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets increased by 11.66% to CNY 1,971,511,730.90 compared to the end of the previous year[7] - Total liabilities increased to 572,082,514.57 yuan from 433,604,617.10 yuan year-on-year[29] - The company's equity attributable to shareholders rose to 1,399,429,216.33 yuan from 1,331,957,777.46 yuan year-on-year[29] - Total current assets as of September 30, 2019, amounted to 1,149,905,500.57 yuan, a slight decrease from 1,164,622,808.13 yuan at the end of 2018[27] - Current assets totaled ¥536,053,291.79 as of September 30, 2019, down 22.3% from ¥690,085,330.71 at the end of 2018[32] - Total liabilities amounted to CNY 433,604,617.10, with current liabilities at CNY 294,555,172.97 and non-current liabilities at CNY 139,049,444.13[63] Cash Flow - Cash flow from operating activities decreased by 36.10% to CNY 31,310,590.59 for the current period[7] - Operating cash flow increased by 114.09% year-on-year due to increased export tax refunds[16] - Cash received from other operating activities rose by 52.94% year-on-year, mainly from increased government subsidies and grants[16] - Cash received from investment activities decreased by 71.43% year-on-year, attributed to a reduction in the company's financial management scale[16] - The net cash flow from operating activities is CNY -84,162,633.92, worsening from CNY -77,499,422.95 in the previous period[53] - The net cash flow from financing activities grew by 203.30% year-on-year, primarily due to the receipt of 100 million yuan in bank loans[16] Research and Development - Research and development expenses increased by 30.53% compared to the same period last year, indicating a focus on innovation[15] - The company invested ¥20,085,963.59 in R&D during Q3 2019, up 14.1% from ¥17,604,975.52 in Q3 2018[36] - Research and development expenses increased to CNY 4,691,987.55 from CNY 3,621,062.21 in the previous period, reflecting a focus on innovation[40] - Research and development expenses increased to CNY 14,715,179.51, up from CNY 11,532,603.99, reflecting a growth of 27.5%[49] Shareholder Information - The number of ordinary shareholders at the end of the reporting period was 77,633[11] - The total equity attributable to shareholders reached CNY 1,331,957,777.46, with a capital reserve of CNY 534,381,674.18 and undistributed profits of CNY 370,321,625.84[63] - The company’s total equity increased from CNY 1,175,386,320.16 to CNY 1,331,957,777.46, reflecting a growth in shareholder value[67] Other Financial Metrics - The weighted average return on net assets was 1.92%, down 0.84% compared to the previous year[7] - The company reported a credit impairment loss of CNY -1,136,127.98 for the current period, indicating challenges in asset quality[40] - The company has long-term borrowings amounting to CNY 68,107,764.08, contributing to its non-current liabilities[63] - The company has not undergone an audit for the third quarter report, which may affect the reliability of the financial data presented[68]

Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for the first half of 2019 was ¥675,432,444.68, representing an increase of 8.58% compared to ¥622,079,924.67 in the same period last year[16]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders of the listed company was ¥77,242,660.50, up 9.43% from ¥70,589,239.77 in the previous year[16]. - The net profit after deducting non-recurring gains and losses was ¥65,641,263.90, an increase of 8.70% from ¥60,388,272.49 year-on-year[16]. - The basic earnings per share increased to ¥0.1343, reflecting a growth of 9.45% compared to ¥0.1227 in the same period last year[16]. - The total operating revenue for the first half of 2019 was approximately ¥675.43 million, an increase of 8.6% compared to ¥622.08 million in the same period of 2018[144]. - Net profit for the first half of 2019 reached approximately ¥77.24 million, representing a 9.4% increase from ¥70.72 million in the same period of 2018[145]. - The company reported a significant increase in revenue from metal product testing services, which rose by 57% compared to the previous year, driven by growth in quality inspection and testing services[43]. Assets and Liabilities - The total assets at the end of the reporting period were ¥1,855,850,485.23, a rise of 5.11% from ¥1,765,562,394.56 at the end of the previous year[16]. - The net assets attributable to shareholders of the listed company increased to ¥1,371,427,302.27, up 2.96% from ¥1,331,957,777.46 at the end of the previous year[16]. - Total liabilities increased to CNY 484,423,182.96 from CNY 433,604,617.10, representing a growth of about 11.7%[137]. - The total owner's equity at the end of the period was 9,095 million yuan, with a decrease of 38.35 million yuan in retained earnings[162]. Cash Flow - The company reported a net cash flow from operating activities of -¥115,473,224.51, an improvement of 8.71% compared to -¥126,495,557.12 in the same period last year[16]. - Total cash inflow from operating activities was 379,070,776.37 yuan, while cash outflow was 494,544,000.88 yuan, resulting in a net cash flow of -115,473,224.51 yuan[154]. - Cash inflow from investment activities decreased significantly to 123,861,574.63 yuan in 2019 from 243,630,589.70 yuan in 2018, reflecting a decline of approximately 49%[154]. - The cash outflow for purchasing goods and services was 306,489,073.09 yuan, slightly lower than 309,559,393.30 yuan in the first half of 2018[154]. Market and Operations - The company is the largest manufacturer of manganese oxide globally and the largest exporter of fluorenone products in China[33]. - The company is actively expanding its market presence in East and South China, achieving steady progress in the metal products sector[36]. - The company’s market share in the niche market for 9-fluorenone products reached over 60% in Europe and the United States[36]. - The company plans to continue focusing on market expansion and new product development to drive future growth[146]. Research and Development - Research and development investment increased by 42.87% to RMB 35,848,871.91, up from RMB 25,091,521.69, reflecting the company's commitment to enhancing R&D capabilities[39]. - The company applied for 33 patents during the reporting period, including 23 invention patents[30]. - The company plans to enhance product research and development investments to mitigate external economic impacts on its performance[71]. Environmental Management - The company is committed to enhancing environmental protection management and reducing pollution emissions[72]. - The company has established an environmental management system certified by ISO9001, ISO14001, and OHSAS18001[102]. - The company has implemented a pollution prevention and control facility that operates normally throughout the reporting period[102]. - The company has committed to resource recycling and proper disposal of hazardous waste in accordance with legal requirements[103]. Shareholder Information - The total number of shares increased from 383,525,184 to 575,287,776 due to a capital reserve conversion, resulting in a 50% increase in shares[113]. - The total number of shareholders at the end of the reporting period was 93,864, indicating a stable shareholder base[118]. - The company has not distributed cash dividends or bonus shares for the half-year period[76]. Corporate Governance - The company has established a comprehensive governance structure and aims to optimize management to adapt to industry changes[71]. - The company has not engaged in any significant related party transactions during the reporting period[84]. - The company has not experienced any penalties or rectification situations during the reporting period[82]. Risks and Challenges - The company is facing operational risks due to the broad scope of its material business, which may be affected by economic fluctuations[71]. - The company faces raw material supply risks due to limited bargaining power and higher procurement costs, and it aims to explore new qualified suppliers to mitigate these risks[72].

Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for Q1 2019 was ¥322,231,306.31, representing an increase of 8.06% compared to ¥298,191,307.11 in the same period last year[7] - Net profit attributable to shareholders was ¥44,961,213.99, up 27.45% from ¥35,278,383.11 year-on-year[7] - The basic earnings per share increased to ¥0.1172, a rise of 27.39% compared to ¥0.0920 in the previous year[7] - Total operating revenue for Q1 2019 was CNY 322,231,306.31, an increase of 8.4% compared to CNY 298,191,307.11 in Q1 2018[35] - Net profit for Q1 2019 reached CNY 44,961,213.99, representing a 27.0% increase from CNY 35,409,197.55 in Q1 2018[37] - Basic and diluted earnings per share for Q1 2019 were CNY 0.1172, compared to CNY 0.0920 in Q1 2018, marking a 27.2% increase[38] Assets and Liabilities - The company's total assets at the end of the reporting period were ¥1,784,382,942.05, reflecting a 1.07% increase from ¥1,765,562,394.56 at the end of the previous year[7] - Total current assets decreased to CNY 618,972,955.98 as of March 31, 2019, down from CNY 690,085,330.71 at the end of 2018, a decline of 10.3%[32] - Total non-current assets increased to CNY 748,015,479.50 as of March 31, 2019, compared to CNY 702,692,014.27 at the end of 2018, an increase of 6.4%[32] - Total assets amounted to CNY 1,366,988,435.48 as of March 31, 2019, down from CNY 1,392,777,344.98 at the end of 2018, a decrease of 1.9%[34] - Total liabilities decreased to CNY 191,866,472.86 as of March 31, 2019, from CNY 217,391,024.82 at the end of 2018, a reduction of 11.7%[33] Cash Flow - The net cash flow from operating activities was negative at -¥78,333,966.75, slightly worse than -¥74,107,973.29 in the previous year, marking a 5.70% increase in cash outflow[7] - Cash flow from operating activities showed a net outflow of -¥78,333,966.75, worsening from -¥74,107,973.29 in the previous period[45] - The net cash flow from investment activities was -41,315,534.97 CNY, contrasting with a positive net cash flow of 18,442,446.80 CNY in the same period last year[49] - The total cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period were 147,840,841.89 CNY, down from 139,699,416.87 CNY year-over-year[50] - The company reported a total cash outflow from operating activities of 96,302,277.98 CNY, compared to 91,803,785.54 CNY in the previous year[49] Research and Development - Research and development expenses increased by 35.09% compared to the same period last year, indicating a stronger focus on innovation[14] - The company reported a research and development expense of CNY 15,018,610.77 for Q1 2019, which increased from CNY 11,117,393.77 in Q1 2018, reflecting a growth of 35.3%[35] - Research and development expenses increased to ¥5,771,850.56, up from ¥4,806,500.95, marking a rise of 20%[40] Other Income and Expenses - The company reported a significant increase of 1384.08% in other income, primarily due to increased government subsidies received[14] - Operating expenses increased by 1142.84% year-on-year, attributed to a smaller comparative base[15] - Income tax expenses increased by 38.11% year-on-year, driven by an increase in net profit and taxable income[15] - Tax refunds received increased by 31.32% year-on-year, mainly due to higher export tax rebates[15] - Cash received from other operating activities increased by 129.99% year-on-year, primarily due to increased government subsidies and construction project-related deposits[15] - Cash paid for other operating activities increased by 73.25% year-on-year, due to higher business expenses and deposits paid[15]

Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for 2018 was CNY 1,279,419,209.45, representing a 10.59% increase compared to CNY 1,156,896,566.09 in 2017[16] - The net profit attributable to shareholders decreased by 9.88% to CNY 122,305,772.27 from CNY 135,716,771.17 in the previous year[16] - The net profit after deducting non-recurring gains and losses increased significantly by 96.68% to CNY 87,182,973.16 from CNY 44,326,637.91 in 2017[16] - The basic earnings per share for 2018 were CNY 0.3183, down from CNY 0.3532 in 2017, reflecting a decrease of 9.88%[16] - The weighted average return on equity decreased by 2 percentage points to 9.49% from 11.49% in the previous year[16] - The company's total revenue for Q1, Q2, Q3, and Q4 was approximately ¥298.19 million, ¥323.89 million, ¥339.88 million, and ¥317.46 million respectively, showing a slight decline in Q4 compared to Q3[21] - The net profit attributable to shareholders for the same quarters was ¥35.28 million, ¥35.31 million, ¥35.71 million, and ¥16.00 million, indicating a significant drop in Q4[21] - The company’s operating profit reached CNY 129 million, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 9.06%[40] - The company’s domestic revenue was CNY 1.233 billion, making up 96.35% of total revenue, while overseas revenue grew by 39.07% to CNY 47 million[45] Cash Flow and Investments - The net cash flow from operating activities decreased by 41.76% to CNY 67,091,223.39 compared to CNY 115,191,821.32 in 2017[16] - The net cash flow from operating activities showed a recovery from a negative ¥74.11 million in Q1 to a positive ¥144.59 million in Q4, highlighting improved cash generation[21] - Investment activity cash inflow surged by 191.53% year-on-year, reaching approximately ¥478.6 million, driven by the maturity of financial products[63] - The company reported a net cash flow from investment activities of approximately ¥100.6 million, a significant improvement compared to the previous year's negative cash flow[63] - Cash and cash equivalents increased by approximately ¥66.9 million, although this represented a 61.98% decrease compared to the previous year[63] Research and Development - The company completed 52 R&D projects during the reporting period, with a year-on-year increase of 29.73% in R&D investment[41] - The company applied for 41 patents, including 17 invention patents, and held a total of 154 patents by the end of the reporting period[34] - The company increased its R&D investment by 29.73% year-on-year, totaling approximately ¥63.5 million in 2018, with 247 R&D personnel, representing 22.49% of the workforce[60] - The company launched new products such as S-shaped flat steel and high-pressure battery-grade lithium iron phosphate, expanding its product line and improving product structure[59] Market Position and Strategy - The company is the largest supplier of manganese oxide globally, with a significant market share in the manganese oxide industry, which is crucial for lithium battery production[30] - The company has a strong position in the metal products industry, particularly in spring steel wire and special stainless steel wire, with a high market share in these segments[31] - The company aims to achieve revenue of 3 billion CNY and net profit of 300 million CNY by 2020, and 5 billion CNY in revenue and 500 million CNY in net profit by 2022[90] - The company plans to strengthen its core industries, including magnetic materials and devices, metal products, and testing services, while actively expanding into new energy materials[91] - The company is focused on technological innovation and business model innovation to expand its market share in railway engineering testing and diversify into road and urban infrastructure testing[92] Corporate Governance and Compliance - The company has committed to maintaining independence in its management and operations as per its commitments[109] - The company guarantees that there are no instances of funds or assets being occupied by related parties[110] - The company ensures financial independence by maintaining separate bank accounts and decision-making processes[110] - The company has established a framework to minimize related party transactions[110] - The company will ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations regarding its independence[110] Environmental and Social Responsibility - The company has established an environmental management system and has passed ISO9001, ISO14001, and OHSAS18001 certifications[150] - The company reported a total emission of 2.8 tons/year for COD and 0.58 tons/year for ammonia nitrogen, both of which are compliant with the relevant standards[149] - The company contributed 4.34 million in funds for poverty alleviation efforts during the reporting period[147] - The company emphasized environmental protection and increased investment in this area[146] Shareholder and Dividend Information - The company plans to distribute a cash dividend of CNY 1.00 per 10 shares, with a capital reserve conversion of 5 shares for every 10 shares held[4] - The cash dividend payout ratio for 2018 was 31.36% of the net profit attributable to shareholders[106] - The total cash dividend for 2018 represents 100% of the profit distribution amount[107] - The total number of shares after the capital reserve increase in 2018 was 575.29 million shares[104] Future Outlook - The company provided a positive outlook for 2019, projecting a revenue growth of 10% to 15%[176] - New product launches are expected to contribute an additional 5% to overall revenue in 2019[176] - The company is considering strategic acquisitions to enhance its market position, targeting a 30% increase in market share[176] - The management team emphasized the importance of sustainability initiatives, aiming for a 50% reduction in carbon emissions by 2025[176]

[Important Notice](index=2&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Important%20Notice) [Board of Directors' Statement](index=2&type=section&id=Board%20of%20Directors'%20Statement) The Board of Directors, Supervisory Board, and senior management guarantee the truthfulness and completeness of this quarterly report, with key executives affirming financial statement authenticity - The company's Board of Directors, Supervisory Board, and all directors, supervisors, and senior management guarantee the truthfulness, accuracy, and completeness of the quarterly report, assuming **individual and joint legal responsibility**[4](index=4&type=chunk) - Company head **Mao Haibo**, chief accountant **Rui Yuanlin**, and head of accounting **Li Dingqiang** declare the financial statements in the quarterly report are **true, accurate, and complete**[5](index=5&type=chunk) [Company Profile](index=3&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Company%20Profile) [Key Accounting Data and Financial Indicators](index=3&type=section&id=I.%20Key%20Accounting%20Data%20and%20Financial%20Indicators) As of Q3 2018, total assets reached **CNY 1.74 billion** (+5.72%), with revenue at **CNY 962 million** (+11.80%) and net profit attributable to shareholders at **CNY 106 million** (+24.42%), though operating cash flow significantly decreased **91.45%** to **CNY -77 million** Key Financial Data for Q1-Q3 2018 | Indicator | Year-to-Date (Period End) | Year-on-Year Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Operating Revenue (CNY) | 961,961,197.80 | 11.80% | | Net Profit Attributable to Shareholders (CNY) | 106,303,102.13 | 24.42% | | Net Profit Attributable to Shareholders (Excl. Non-recurring Items) (CNY) | 86,250,076.38 | 138.01% | | Net Cash Flow from Operating Activities (CNY) | -77,499,422.95 | 91.45% | | Basic Earnings Per Share (CNY/share) | 0.2765 | -23.85% | | Weighted Average Return on Equity | 8.25% | Decrease of 1.25 percentage points | Key Balance Sheet Data as of Q3 2018 | Indicator | End of Reporting Period | End of Previous Year | Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Total Assets (CNY) | 1,737,755,315.67 | 1,643,763,890.31 | 5.72% | | Net Assets Attributable to Shareholders (CNY) | 1,315,757,080.76 | 1,248,942,854.69 | 5.35% | - From the beginning of the year to the end of the reporting period, non-recurring gains totaled **CNY 20.05 million**, primarily from **government subsidies (CNY 12.79 million)** and **wealth management income (CNY 6.42 million)**[9](index=9&type=chunk) [Shareholder Information](index=4&type=section&id=II.%20Total%20Shareholders%20and%20Top%20Ten%20Shareholders'%20Holdings%20at%20Period%20End) As of the reporting period end, the company had **20,149** common shareholders, with China Sinosteel Corporation as the largest shareholder holding **23.16%**, and several top ten shareholders forming a concerted action group under Sinosteel Group Corporation Limited control - At the end of the reporting period, the company had **20,149** common shareholders[12](index=12&type=chunk) Top Three Shareholders' Holdings | Shareholder Name | Shareholder Type | Holding Percentage | Number of Shares | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | China Sinosteel Corporation | State-owned Legal Entity | 23.16% | 88,830,254 | | Sinosteel Group Zhengzhou Metal Products Engineering Technology Co., Ltd. | State-owned Legal Entity | 9.44% | 36,214,918 | | Sinosteel Group Maanshan Institute of Mining Research Co., Ltd. | State-owned Legal Entity | 6.45% | 24,754,287 | - Among the top ten shareholders, **China Sinosteel Corporation**, **Sinosteel Group Zhengzhou Metal Products Engineering Technology Co., Ltd.**, **Sinosteel Group Maanshan Institute of Mining Research Co., Ltd.**, **China Metallurgical Mining Co., Ltd.**, and **Sinosteel Group Anshan Institute of Thermal Energy Research Co., Ltd.** are concerted action parties[13](index=13&type=chunk) [Significant Events](index=6&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Significant%20Events) [Analysis of Major Financial Data Changes](index=6&type=section&id=I.%20Changes%20and%20Reasons%20for%20Major%20Financial%20Data%20and%20Indicators%20During%20the%20Reporting%20Period) During the reporting period, financial data showed significant changes, with prepayments and construction in progress increasing **453.95%** and **153.12%** respectively due to increased procurement and project investment; R&D expenses rose **60.79%** and operating profit grew **34.96%**; operating cash flow decreased **91.45%**, while investing cash flow increased **299.84%** due to matured wealth management products - Balance sheet items showed significant changes: **prepayments increased by 453.95%** due to increased procurement of raw materials and equipment, and **construction in progress grew by 153.12%** as project construction accelerated[16](index=16&type=chunk) - Profit statement item changes: **R&D expenses increased by 60.79%** due to increased company investment in R&D, and **operating profit grew by 34.96%** driven by revenue growth and improved gross margin[16](index=16&type=chunk) - Cash flow statement item changes: **net cash flow from operating activities decreased by 91.45%** due to increased raw material purchases and tax expenses; **net cash flow from investing activities increased by 299.84%** due to the recovery of matured wealth management products; and **net cash flow from financing activities decreased by 117.27%** influenced by last year's fundraising and this year's dividends[16](index=16&type=chunk) [2018 Annual Operating Performance Forecast](index=7&type=section&id=IV.%20Forecast%20of%202018%20Annual%20Operating%20Performance) The company forecasts a **-20% to +20%** change in net profit attributable to shareholders for 2018, with profitability expected to remain largely consistent with the previous year, influenced by core business growth, increased R&D investment, higher expenses, and reduced non-operating income 2018 Annual Performance Forecast | Item | Forecast | | :--- | :--- | | Change in Net Profit Attributable to Shareholders | -20.00% to 20.00% | | Net Profit Attributable to Shareholders Range | CNY 108.57 million to CNY 162.86 million | | 2017 Net Profit Attributable to Shareholders | CNY 135.72 million | - Reasons for performance change: While core businesses like **magnetic materials, metal products, and inspection and testing** continue to grow, profitability is expected to remain largely consistent with the previous year due to increased R&D investment, higher expenses and taxes, and reduced non-operating income[18](index=18&type=chunk) [Wealth Management](index=7&type=section&id=VIII.%20Wealth%20Management) During the reporting period, the company used **CNY 40 million** of its own funds to purchase broker-managed wealth management products, all of which had matured by period-end with no outstanding or overdue amounts Wealth Management Overview | Specific Type | Source of Funds | Amount Transacted (CNY million) | Unmatured Balance (CNY million) | Overdue Unrecovered Amount (CNY million) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Broker-managed Wealth Management Products | Own Funds | 4,000 | 0 | 0 | [Other Significant Matters](index=7&type=section&id=Other%20Significant%20Matters) During the reporting period, the company had no significant matter progress, overdue unfulfilled commitments, illegal external guarantees, non-operating fund occupation by controlling shareholders, or any investor relations activities such as research visits, communications, or interviews - During the reporting period, the company had no significant matter progress, overdue unfulfilled commitments, illegal external guarantees, or non-operating fund occupation by controlling shareholders[17](index=17&type=chunk)[19](index=19&type=chunk)[20](index=20&type=chunk) - The company did not engage in any investor relations activities such as research visits, communications, or interviews during the reporting period[22](index=22&type=chunk)

Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for the first half of 2018 was ¥622,079,924.67, representing a 9.17% increase compared to ¥569,817,290.74 in the same period last year[16]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders was ¥70,589,239.77, which is a 30.30% increase from ¥54,174,205.61 year-on-year[16]. - The net profit after deducting non-recurring gains and losses surged by 834.28% to ¥60,388,272.49 from ¥6,463,603.37 in the previous year[16]. - Basic earnings per share decreased by 20.29% to ¥0.1835 from ¥0.2302 in the previous year[16]. - The total operating revenue for the first half of 2018 was CNY 622,079,924.67, an increase of 9.1% compared to CNY 569,817,290.74 in the same period of 2017[128]. - The net profit for the first half of 2018 reached CNY 70,720,054.21, representing a 30.5% increase from CNY 54,216,863.98 in the previous year[128]. Cash Flow and Assets - The net cash flow from operating activities decreased significantly by 329.57%, amounting to -¥126,495,557.12 compared to -¥29,447,218.23 in the same period last year[16]. - The company's total assets at the end of the reporting period were ¥1,644,041,607.33, showing a slight increase of 0.02% from ¥1,643,763,890.31 at the end of the previous year[16]. - The cash flow from operating activities showed a positive trend, contributing to the overall financial stability despite the decrease in total assets[128]. - Cash inflow from operating activities totaled CNY 378,747,102.18, down from CNY 405,245,743.18 in the previous period, reflecting a decline of approximately 6.1%[136]. - The ending balance of cash and cash equivalents was CNY 185,837,348.22, down from CNY 293,044,450.30 at the beginning of the period[137]. Investments and Projects - The company has increased its construction projects by 70.50% compared to the beginning of the reporting period, primarily due to investments in fundraising projects and other engineering projects[30]. - The project for producing 10,000 tons of high-quality metal products has a total committed investment of CNY 80,114,000, with 67.11% of the investment progress completed[54]. - The company has invested CNY 11,376,893.63 from the raised funds during the reporting period, with a remaining balance of CNY 195,102,856.30[52]. - The company plans to explore various acquisition opportunities to broaden its existing industrial scale[38]. Research and Development - The company has a strong R&D capability with 273 R&D personnel and has applied for 21 patents during the reporting period, including 5 invention patents[32]. - Research and development investment decreased by 16.94% to 25.09 million yuan[40]. - The company has received multiple provincial and municipal awards for technological advancement, reflecting its commitment to innovation[32]. Shareholder Information - The total number of ordinary shareholders at the end of the reporting period was 19,510[102]. - The largest shareholder, China Steel Corporation, holds 23.09% of the shares, amounting to 88,830,250 shares[102]. - The company plans not to distribute cash dividends or issue bonus shares for this period[5]. - The diluted earnings per share for the first half of 2018 was reported at 0.1835, down from 0.2752 in the previous year, reflecting a decrease of approximately 33.3%[101]. Compliance and Governance - The company has not encountered any major changes in the feasibility of its investment projects[55]. - The company has not experienced any major litigation or arbitration matters during the reporting period[77]. - The company’s financial statements are prepared based on the assumption of going concern, with no significant doubts about its ability to continue operations for the next 12 months[164]. - The company’s financial reports comply with the requirements of the "Enterprise Accounting Standards" and reflect the financial status as of June 30, 2018[166]. Market Position and Operations - The company operates in multiple business segments including industrial raw materials, metal products, electronic components, equipment, and professional technical services[24]. - The company is the largest supplier of manganese tetroxide, with a significant market share in the permanent magnet ferrite industry, which has maintained a market size of over 500,000 tons in recent years[28]. - The company has a diversified product portfolio with high market shares in spring steel wire, special-shaped steel wire, and stainless steel wire[29]. - The company is focusing on expanding its market presence and enhancing its inspection and testing capabilities[38]. Environmental and Social Responsibility - There were no significant environmental issues reported, and the company complies with relevant environmental protection laws[93]. - The company has engaged in targeted poverty alleviation efforts, including a financial contribution of ¥0.12 million to support one impoverished student[95].

Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for Q1 2018 was ¥298,191,307.11, representing a 2.95% increase compared to ¥289,642,189.84 in the same period last year[7]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders for Q1 2018 was ¥35,278,383.11, which is an 8.64% decrease from ¥38,613,064.65 in the previous year[7]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders after deducting non-recurring gains and losses increased by 298.69% to ¥33,878,565.61 from ¥8,497,405.19 in the same period last year[7]. - The basic earnings per share for Q1 2018 was ¥0.14, a decrease of 6.67% from ¥0.15 in the same period last year[7]. - The diluted earnings per share for Q1 2018 was also ¥0.14, reflecting the same 6.67% decrease compared to the previous year[7]. - The weighted average return on equity for Q1 2018 was 2.78%, down from 4.40% in the same period last year, a decrease of 1.62%[7]. - The company reported a total comprehensive income of CNY 35,409,197.55 for the current period, compared to CNY 38,609,110.50 in the previous period[36]. Cash Flow - The net cash flow from operating activities was -¥74,107,973.29, a decline of 244.08% compared to -¥21,537,769.12 in the previous year[7]. - Net cash flow from operating activities significantly decreased, mainly due to increased payments for employee performance bonuses and purchases of goods and materials[15]. - Cash and cash equivalents net increase significantly decreased, primarily due to a substantial reduction in net cash flow from operating activities[15]. - Cash and cash equivalents at the end of Q1 2018 totaled CNY 245,265,298.83, down from CNY 293,044,450.30 at the beginning of the period[43]. - The company reported a net decrease in cash and cash equivalents of -¥15,461,586.73[47]. Assets and Liabilities - The total assets at the end of the reporting period were ¥1,669,902,869.48, reflecting a 1.59% increase from ¥1,643,763,890.31 at the end of the previous year[7]. - The net assets attributable to shareholders at the end of the reporting period were ¥1,285,330,687.67, which is a 2.91% increase from ¥1,248,942,854.69 at the end of the previous year[7]. - The total assets of the company were CNY 1,333,369,744.47, slightly decreased from CNY 1,344,833,432.70 at the beginning of the period[32]. - Total liabilities stood at CNY 130,804,670.42, down from CNY 144,292,643.79 in the previous period[32]. - The company's equity attributable to shareholders increased to CNY 1,202,565,074.05 from CNY 1,200,540,788.91[32]. Operational Costs - Operating costs amounted to CNY 261,561,971.80, compared to CNY 245,806,224.85 in the prior period, reflecting a rise in costs[35]. - The company incurred operating costs of CNY 62,274,150.12, which increased from CNY 57,256,138.24 in the previous year, reflecting a rise of approximately 8.8%[38]. Non-Recurring Items - The company reported non-recurring gains and losses totaling ¥1,399,817.50 for the reporting period[8]. - The company recorded a total of CNY 220,930.00 in non-operating income, down from CNY 386,500.00 in the previous year, showing a decrease of about 42.9%[38]. Market and Innovation - The company is actively expanding its market and continuously promoting technological innovation to enhance product competitiveness[18]. Investment Activities - Investment activity cash inflows increased by 272.85% year-on-year, mainly due to the maturity of financial products[15]. - Cash inflow from investment activities totaled ¥151,574,405.33, significantly up from ¥43,353,479.45 in the previous period[46].

Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for Q1 2018 was ¥298,191,307.11, representing a 2.95% increase compared to ¥289,642,189.84 in the same period last year[8] - The net profit attributable to shareholders decreased by 8.64% to ¥35,278,383.11 from ¥38,613,064.65 year-on-year[8] - The net profit attributable to shareholders after deducting non-recurring gains and losses surged by 298.69% to ¥33,878,565.61 from ¥8,497,405.19 in the previous year[8] - The basic earnings per share decreased by 6.67% to ¥0.14 from ¥0.15 year-on-year[8] - The weighted average return on equity decreased to 2.78% from 4.40% year-on-year[8] - The estimated net profit attributable to shareholders for the first half of 2018 is expected to range from 43.34 million to 70.43 million yuan, representing a change of -20.00% to 30.00% compared to the same period in 2017[19] Cash Flow and Assets - The net cash flow from operating activities was negative at -¥74,107,973.29, worsening by 244.08% compared to -¥21,537,769.12 in the same period last year[8] - Total assets at the end of the reporting period were ¥1,669,902,869.48, reflecting a 1.59% increase from ¥1,643,763,890.31 at the end of the previous year[8] - The net assets attributable to shareholders increased by 2.91% to ¥1,285,330,687.67 from ¥1,248,942,854.69 at the end of the previous year[8] - Cash received from tax refunds increased by 369.24% year-on-year, primarily due to an increase in export tax rebates[16] - Net cash flow from operating activities significantly decreased year-on-year, mainly due to increased payments for employee performance bonuses and purchases of goods and materials[16] Shareholder Information - The total number of ordinary shareholders at the end of the reporting period was 19,978[12] Non-Recurring Gains and Losses - The company reported non-recurring gains totaling ¥1,399,817.50, primarily from government subsidies and other income[9] Changes in Financial Items - Prepayments increased by 309.28% compared to the beginning of the period, mainly due to increased material payments during the reporting period[16] - Interest receivables decreased by 61.77% compared to the beginning of the period, primarily due to the maturity of certain financial products and a relatively small comparison base[16] - Financial expenses decreased by 45.80% year-on-year, attributed to increased interest income and reduced interest expenses[16] - Asset impairment losses decreased by 289.62% year-on-year, mainly due to the reversal of previously recognized impairment losses as asset values increased[16] Investment Activities - Cash inflow from investment activities increased by 272.85% year-on-year, mainly due to the maturity of financial products[16] - Cash outflow from investment activities increased by 3415.49% year-on-year, primarily due to the purchase of financial products[16] Market Expansion and Innovation - The company is actively expanding its market and continuously promoting technological innovation to enhance product competitiveness[19]

Financial Performance - Operating revenue for the reporting period was ¥290,619,235.84, representing a 27.19% increase compared to the same period last year[7]. - Net profit attributable to shareholders of the listed company was ¥31,263,710.59, up 63.35% year-on-year[7]. - Net profit after deducting non-recurring gains and losses reached ¥29,773,878.05, a significant increase of 1233.98% compared to the previous year[7]. - Basic earnings per share were ¥0.13, marking a 62.50% increase from the same period last year[7]. - The weighted average return on equity was 3.38%, up from 0.79% in the previous year[7]. - Total revenue increased by 31.58% compared to the same period last year, driven by business growth and increased orders[16]. - Net profit for the reporting period grew by 83.06% year-on-year, with net profit attributable to shareholders increasing by 82.55%[16]. - The total operating revenue for the third quarter was CNY 290,619,235.84, an increase from CNY 228,488,656.73 in the previous period[41]. - The net profit for the quarter was CNY 31,447,633.37, up from CNY 19,135,536.52 year-over-year[42]. - The total operating revenue for the period reached ¥860,436,526.58, an increase of 31.6% compared to ¥653,947,965.73 in the previous period[48]. - The net profit for the period was ¥85,664,497.35, up 83.0% from ¥46,796,573.46 in the same period last year[50]. - The total profit for the period was ¥96,254,643.99, up from ¥55,928,587.94, representing a growth of 72.1%[50]. - The company reported a total profit of ¥19,725,161.21, recovering from a loss of ¥4,294,011.10 in the previous year[54]. Assets and Liabilities - Total assets at the end of the reporting period reached ¥1,535,857,719.56, an increase of 26.99% compared to the previous year[7]. - Net assets attributable to shareholders of the listed company amounted to ¥1,198,345,969.78, reflecting a growth of 39.70% year-on-year[7]. - The company reported a total current asset of CNY 1,055,945,017.71 as of September 30, 2017, an increase from CNY 757,517,637.29 at the beginning of the period, representing a growth of approximately 39.3%[33]. - The company’s total assets reached CNY 1,535,857,719.56, up from CNY 1,209,474,775.07, indicating a growth of around 27%[34]. - The company’s long-term equity investments increased to CNY 19,570,865.52 from CNY 15,305,448.54, marking a growth of approximately 27.5%[34]. - The company’s fixed assets totaled CNY 323,165,814.29, up from CNY 305,160,936.37, reflecting an increase of about 5.9%[34]. - The total liabilities decreased slightly to CNY 337,448,604.26 from CNY 351,845,690.48, indicating better debt management[39]. Cash Flow - The net cash flow from operating activities was -¥11,033,493.31, a decline of 686.29% compared to the previous year[7]. - Cash and cash equivalents increased by 190.01% since the beginning of the year, mainly due to the arrival of raised funds[15]. - Operating cash flow decreased due to a significant amount of bills not being discounted during the reporting period[16]. - The company received CNY 260 million from fundraising, significantly boosting cash inflow from investment activities[18]. - Cash and cash equivalents increased to CNY 367,854,287.06 from CNY 126,843,685.09, showing a significant rise of about 189.5%[33]. - The total cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period increased to ¥367,297,287.06 from ¥68,962,390.49, marking a substantial rise[58]. - Investment activities generated a net cash inflow of ¥28,621,207.94, a turnaround from a net outflow of ¥56,950,531.06 in the prior period[58]. - Financing activities resulted in a net cash inflow of ¥252,313,105.57, compared to a net outflow of ¥7,339,348.01 previously[58]. - The net cash flow from financing activities was 256,455,497.46 CNY, an increase compared to the previous period by 1,997,751.35 CNY[60]. Shareholder Information - The total number of shareholders at the end of the reporting period was 20,645[11]. - The largest shareholder, China Steel Corporation, held 23.09% of the shares, with 59,220,169 shares, of which 7,501,875 shares were frozen[11]. - The company completed the registration and listing of new shares for asset acquisition and fundraising, increasing total shares to 256,522,820[19]. Environmental Compliance - The company has established wastewater treatment facilities with a maximum processing capacity of 360 m³/d for production wastewater and domestic sewage[27]. - The company’s solid waste storage facility has a designated area of 34 m², ensuring compliance with environmental regulations[27]. - The wastewater treatment capacity of Hunan Special Metals is reported at 400 m³/d, while its air pollution control facilities can handle 50,000 m³/h[28]. - The company has implemented various pollution control measures, with all facilities reported to be operating normally[28]. Future Outlook - The company expects net profit attributable to shareholders for 2017 to increase by 50% to 100%, with an estimated range of CNY 105.93 million to CNY 141.24 million[22]. - The company’s management indicated plans for market expansion and new product development in the upcoming quarters[54].