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步步高:关于临时管理人招募和遴选预重整投资人延期的公告
2023-08-24 12:17
股票简称:步步高 股票代码:002251 公告编号:2023-068 2023年7月17日,湖南省湘潭市中级人民法院(以下简称"湘潭中院")作出(2023) 湘03破申(预)10-2号《决定书》,决定对步步高商业连锁股份有限公司(以下简称"步 步高股份"或"公司")启动预重整,并于同日作出(2023)湘03破申(预)10-3号《决 定书》,指定步步高商业连锁股份有限公司清算组担任预重整临时管理人(以下简称 "临时管理人"),具体负责预重整各项工作。 为加快推动步步高股份预重整工作,临时管理人于2023年7月25日在全国企业破 产重整案件信息网发布《关于公开招募和遴选步步高商业连锁股份有限公司预重整投 资人的公告》,公司于2023年7月26日在指定信息披露媒体发布《关于临时管理人公 开招募和遴选预重整投资人的公告》(公告编号:2023-065),向社会公开招募和遴 选预重整投资人。截至2023年8月24日,临时管理人及步步高股份已与二十余家意向 投资人进行了接洽和交流,并已收到多家意向投资人提交的报名材料,但仍有多家意 向投资人表示准备材料时间较为紧张,尚未履行完毕内部审批程序,希望延长报名期 限。 为方便意向 ...
步步高:关于召开预重整第一次债权人会议的提示性公告
2023-08-17 12:11
股票简称:步步高 股票代码:002251 公告编号:2023-067 步步高商业连锁股份有限公司 关于召开预重整第一次债权人会议的提示性公告 本公司及董事会全体成员保证公告内容的真实、准确和完整,不存在虚假记载、 误导性陈述或重大遗漏。 2023 年 7 月 17 日,步步高商业连锁股份有限公司(以下简称"公司"或 "步步高股份")收到湘潭市中级人民法院(以下简称"湘潭中院"或"法 院")送达的(2023)湘 03 破申(预)10-2 号《决定书》及(2023)湘 03 破 申(预)10-3 号《决定书》,湘潭中院决定对公司启动预重整,并指定步步高 商业连锁股份有限公司清算组担任预重整临时管理人,具体负责各项工作。 2023 年 8 月 17 日,公司收到临时管理人发来的《步步高商业连锁股份有限 公司预重整案第一次债权人会议公告》,临时管理人定于 2023 年 9 月 1 日上午 9 时,采取网络会议方式召开步步高股份预重整案第一次债权人会议。 根据《深圳证券交易所股票上市规则》(以下简称"《上市规则》")及 《深圳证券交易所上市公司自律监管指引第 14 号——破产重整等事项》等相关 规定,现就步步高股份预重 ...
*ST步高(002251) - 2022 Q4 - 年度财报
2023-06-12 16:00
Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for 2022 was approximately ¥8.69 billion, a decrease of 34.48% compared to ¥13.26 billion in 2021[19] - The net profit attributable to shareholders was a loss of approximately ¥2.54 billion, representing a decline of 1,281.40% from a loss of ¥184 million in the previous year[19] - The net cash flow from operating activities was approximately ¥337 million, down 89.69% from ¥3.27 billion in 2021[19] - The total assets at the end of 2022 were approximately ¥27.91 billion, a decrease of 13.72% from ¥32.34 billion at the end of 2021[19] - The net assets attributable to shareholders were approximately ¥4.82 billion, down 33.61% from ¥7.26 billion in 2021[19] - The basic earnings per share for 2022 was -¥3.05, compared to -¥0.22 in 2021, indicating a significant decline[19] - The company reported a weighted average return on equity of -42.15% for 2022, down from -2.57% in 2021[19] - The company experienced a significant drop in quarterly revenue, with the fourth quarter revenue at approximately ¥728 million, a sharp decline from earlier quarters[23] Store Operations and Market Strategy - The company closed 139 underperforming stores in 2022 and exited the Sichuan and Jiangxi markets in the second half of the year[32] - As of December 31, 2022, the company operated a total of 246 stores, including 205 supermarkets and 41 department stores[31] - The company opened 3 new supermarkets and 3 department stores during the reporting period, with a total area of 564,100 square meters[36] - The company aims to leverage its network scale advantage in Hunan and Guangxi through a dense store opening strategy[44] - The company has identified small and medium-sized cities as its primary target market, benefiting from the rapid growth in consumption in these areas[42] - The company closed 139 stores in 2022 due to poor performance and inventory shortages, impacting overall revenue[55] Financial Adjustments and Investments - The company achieved a government subsidy of 29.63 million yuan in 2022, down from 62.29 million yuan in 2021[25] - The company reported a loss of 56.67 million yuan from investment properties measured at fair value in 2022[25] - The total non-operating income and expenses amounted to -163.91 million yuan in 2022, compared to -85.89 million yuan in 2021[25] - The company reported a net cash flow from investing activities of -CNY 89,392.64 million, an improvement from -CNY 216,342.53 million in the previous year[50] - The company has made significant adjustments to its investment strategy, including reallocating funds from 1,449,000 CNY originally intended for a project in Changsha to a new project in Yueyang[98] Governance and Management - The company maintains a strong independent operational structure, ensuring no interference from the controlling shareholder[122] - The company has established a transparent performance evaluation and incentive mechanism for its executives[125] - The company emphasizes the importance of information disclosure, adhering to regulations to enhance transparency and protect shareholder rights[128] - The company has a complete and independent financial management system, including its own accounting department and bank accounts[130] - The company has three independent directors, constituting one-third of the board[123] Challenges and Future Outlook - The company has acknowledged risks related to its future development and operational plans, urging investors to be cautious[4] - The company anticipates challenges such as fluctuations in consumer demand, market competition, liquidity risks, and potential debt defaults affecting financial performance[112][115][116] - The company plans to enhance its digital retail capabilities to achieve full online and offline coverage, aiming to become a trusted all-channel service provider[111] - The company has outlined a positive outlook for 2023, projecting a revenue growth of 10% to 12% based on market expansion strategies and new product launches[135] Social Responsibility and Community Engagement - The company has implemented a "Point Stone Plan" to support rural industries, benefiting local villagers with a total of 1.12 million yuan in dividends from two projects[182] - The company actively participates in educational donations, poverty alleviation, and beautiful countryside construction, becoming an important force in rural revitalization[184] - The company has established nearly 100 rural revitalization direct procurement bases across the country, helping local farmers increase production and income[183] Employee Management and Compensation - The company has established a reasonable salary assessment system, ensuring that employee compensation matches their contributions[163] - The company emphasized employee training and development, implementing a comprehensive human resources plan[164] - The total number of employees at the end of the reporting period was 14,217, with 12,707 in sales roles[161] Asset Management and Financial Health - The asset-liability ratio at the end of 2022 was 81.42%, an increase of 4.98 percentage points year-on-year, primarily due to losses leading to a decrease in net assets[81] - The company's current ratio was 0.16 and the quick ratio was 0.14, indicating low liquidity levels due to high short-term borrowings[80] - The company reported a significant loss in fair value changes amounting to -¥57.63 million, primarily due to declines in investment property values[75] Investment and Acquisitions - The company acquired a 7.95% stake in Hunan Pudang Food Co., Ltd. on June 28, 2022[61] - The company disposed of its 100% stake in Wuzhou Meixi Commercial Co., Ltd. for 5,000,000 yuan on November 10, 2022, resulting in a loss of 8,020,784.45 yuan[196] - The company established three new subsidiaries in 2022, including Xinyuntong Supply Chain Management Co., Ltd.[63]
*ST步高(002251) - 2022 Q4 - 年度财报
2023-04-27 16:00
Financial Performance - The total revenue for 2022 was approximately ¥8.69 billion, a decrease of 34.48% compared to ¥13.26 billion in 2021[18]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders was approximately -¥2.54 billion, representing a decline of 1,281.40% from -¥184.13 million in the previous year[18]. - The net cash flow from operating activities was approximately ¥337.07 million, down 89.69% from ¥3.27 billion in 2021[18]. - The basic earnings per share for 2022 was -¥3.05, compared to -¥0.22 in 2021, indicating a significant decline[18]. - Total assets at the end of 2022 were approximately ¥27.91 billion, a decrease of 13.72% from ¥32.34 billion at the end of 2021[18]. - The net assets attributable to shareholders were approximately ¥4.82 billion, down 33.61% from ¥7.26 billion in 2021[18]. - The company reported a significant decline in both revenue and profit margins, indicating ongoing financial challenges[18]. - The company achieved a non-operating loss of 108.08 million yuan in 2022, compared to a gain of 260.13 million yuan in 2021[25]. - The company reported a significant drop in revenue from external provinces, which was ¥1,900,932,281.41, down 45.32% from ¥3,476,152,954.15 in 2021[51]. - The gross profit margin for the main business in wholesale and retail was 11.12%, down from the previous year[52]. Operational Changes - The company closed 139 underperforming stores in 2022 and exited the Sichuan and Jiangxi markets[31]. - The company implemented cost-cutting measures, including rent reductions and the closure of loss-making stores[32]. - The company closed 139 stores in 2022 due to poor performance and inventory shortages, impacting overall revenue[54]. - The company has acknowledged risks related to its future operational capabilities and financial stability[4]. - The company is undergoing a change in its controlling shareholder, which may impact future strategic directions[17]. Strategic Initiatives - The company aims to leverage its competitive advantage in small and medium-sized cities, where retail competition is relatively lower, to capture growth opportunities[41]. - The company is actively pursuing digital transformation and integrating online and offline retail to enhance its core competitiveness[45]. - The company plans to revitalize assets, promote asset structure transformation, and ensure stable business development through meticulous store operations and strict cost control[110]. - The company anticipates risks from fluctuating consumer demand, which is influenced by various economic factors affecting consumer spending behavior[111]. - The company is considering strategic acquisitions to enhance its supply chain efficiency, with a budget of 1 billion RMB earmarked for potential mergers and acquisitions[134]. Governance and Compliance - The company maintains a strong independent governance structure, ensuring no interference from the controlling shareholder[121]. - The company has established a transparent performance evaluation and incentive mechanism for its executives[124]. - The company emphasizes the protection of stakeholders' rights, balancing interests among shareholders, employees, and society[126]. - The company has a fully independent financial accounting department, ensuring independent financial decision-making[129]. - The company has conducted regular communication and reporting with regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with disclosure requirements[127]. Future Outlook - The company has outlined a future outlook with a revenue target of 12 billion RMB for 2023, which would represent a growth of 20% compared to 2022[134]. - New product launches are expected to contribute an additional 1 billion RMB in revenue, with a focus on expanding the product line in the electronics sector[134]. - The company plans to use remaining raised funds of ¥567.14 million for permanent liquidity support[93]. - The company is exploring potential mergers and acquisitions to enhance its market position, with a budget of 3,900 million yuan earmarked for strategic investments[194]. - Future outlook suggests a targeted revenue increase of 5% for the next fiscal year, driven by strategic marketing and operational efficiencies[190]. Community Engagement - The company has established nearly 100 rural revitalization direct procurement bases across the country to support local farmers[170]. - The company’s "Point Stone Plan" has helped local villagers earn a total of 620,000 yuan and 500,000 yuan from two major projects in 2022[169]. - The company actively engaged in charitable activities, contributing to education, poverty alleviation, and rural revitalization efforts[171]. - The company plans to continue its targeted poverty alleviation initiatives, focusing on high-quality development of the Shibadong Mountain Spring Water Plant[172]. Employee and Management Structure - The total number of employees at the end of the reporting period was 14,217, with 12,707 in sales roles[154]. - The company has established a reasonable salary assessment system, ensuring that employee compensation aligns with their contributions[155]. - The company emphasized employee training and development, implementing a comprehensive human resources plan[156]. - The total remuneration for directors, supervisors, and senior management during the reporting period amounted to 3.1168 million yuan[144]. - The independent directors received an annual allowance of 80,000 yuan each[143].
*ST步高(002251) - 2023 Q1 - 季度财报
2023-04-27 16:00
Financial Performance - The company's revenue for Q1 2023 was ¥1,033,962,464.52, a decrease of 68.83% compared to ¥3,317,298,126.70 in the same period last year[5] - The net profit attributable to shareholders was a loss of ¥99,747,323.77, representing a decline of 455.53% from a profit of ¥28,056,214.23 in Q1 2022[5] - The total profit for Q1 2023 was a loss of ¥119,138,589.17, a decline of 371.40% from a profit of ¥43,897,625.13 in Q1 2022[11] - Operating profit for Q1 2023 was CNY -25,479,842.76, compared to CNY 42,401,916.94 in Q1 2022, indicating a significant decline[24] - Net profit for Q1 2023 was CNY -94,723,431.53, a drop from CNY 34,937,789.38 in the previous year[24] - The total comprehensive income for the first quarter of 2023 was -173,675,790.40 CNY, a significant decrease from 36,900,492.62 CNY in the same period last year[25] - The company reported a basic and diluted earnings per share of -0.12 CNY, compared to 0.03 CNY in the same quarter last year[25] Cash Flow - The net cash flow from operating activities was negative at ¥324,753,275.41, down 127.49% from ¥1,181,500,555.28 in the previous year[5] - The net cash flow from operating activities for Q1 2023 was -324,753,275.41 RMB, a decrease of 127.49% compared to 1,181,500,555.28 RMB in Q1 2022, primarily due to strategic adjustments and increased closure expenses[14] - The net cash flow from investing activities for Q1 2023 was -157,987,099.20 RMB, an improvement of 85.17% compared to -1,065,158,292.82 RMB in Q1 2022, mainly due to reduced project payments[14] - The net cash flow from financing activities for Q1 2023 was 493,497,855.95 RMB, an increase of 195.85% compared to -514,874,470.63 RMB in Q1 2022, driven by increased borrowing for operational needs[14] - Cash inflow from operating activities totaled 1,227,003,291.03 CNY, down 68.9% from 3,946,663,760.72 CNY year-on-year[28] - The net cash flow from financing activities was 493,497,855.95 CNY, a turnaround from -514,874,470.63 CNY in the same period last year[28] - The cash outflow from investing activities was 515,124,497.35 CNY, down from 1,189,832,674.09 CNY in the previous year[28] - The company recorded cash inflow from financing activities of 2,943,042,504.31 CNY, an increase from 2,427,350,546.00 CNY year-on-year[28] Assets and Liabilities - The total assets at the end of Q1 2023 were ¥26,852,772,327.28, a decrease of 3.77% from ¥27,905,610,533.00 at the end of the previous year[5] - Total liabilities decreased to CNY 21,861,317,893.13 from CNY 22,719,896,146.62, a decline of 3.78%[21] - The cash and cash equivalents at the end of Q1 2023 amounted to 945,616,432.73 RMB, an increase from 845,611,299.04 RMB at the beginning of the year[19] - Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period were 137,885,586.35 CNY, a decrease from 238,914,044.26 CNY at the end of the previous year[28] - The accounts receivable as of March 31, 2023, were 158,918,432.60 RMB, slightly down from 159,850,251.87 RMB at the beginning of the year[19] - The prepayments decreased to 149,621,862.09 RMB from 339,417,419.89 RMB at the beginning of the year, indicating a significant reduction[19] - Inventory increased to CNY 343,119,554.00 from CNY 311,674,785.02, showing a rise of 10.1%[20] - Long-term borrowings increased to CNY 3,788,252,080.35 from CNY 3,133,656,950.02, an increase of 20.9%[21] Shareholder Information - As of March 31, 2023, the total number of common shareholders was 88,548, with the largest shareholder, Step by Step Investment Group, holding 23.06% of shares[15] - Step by Step Investment Group transferred 86,390,395 shares (10% of total shares) to Xiangtan Industrial Investment Partnership, making it the controlling shareholder[16] - The total number of shares held by the top ten shareholders includes 199,251,438 shares held by Step by Step Investment Group and 86,390,395 shares held by Xiangtan Industrial Investment Partnership[15] - The actual controller of the company is now the Xiangtan Municipal State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission following the share transfer[17] Expense Management - The company experienced a 44.90% reduction in selling expenses, totaling ¥455,347,153.75, due to strategic adjustments and store closures[10] - The company reported a significant increase in sales expenses, which amounted to CNY 455,347,153.75, down from CNY 826,420,137.03, a decrease of 44.8%[24] - The company recorded a substantial increase in non-operating income from asset disposals, amounting to ¥66,642,168.34, compared to a loss of ¥1,640,001.41 in the previous year[11] - The company reported a significant increase in investment income, reaching ¥173,436,821.84, up 10,972.79% from ¥1,566,334.03 in Q1 2022[10] - The company recorded an investment income of CNY 173,436,821.84, a substantial increase compared to CNY 1,566,334.03 in the previous year[24] - The company reported a significant drop in cash received from other operating activities, totaling 9,806,109.56 CNY compared to 349,415,473.96 CNY last year[28]
步步高:关于召开2022年度业绩说明会并征集相关问题的公告
2023-04-27 11:29
股票简称:步步高 股票代码:002251 公告编号:2023-034 步步高商业连锁股份有限公司 参加本次说明会的有:公司董事长兼总裁王填先生、财务总监刘亚萍女士、 董事会秘书师茜女士、独立董事谭燕芝女士。 为广泛听取投资者的意见和建议,现向投资者提前征集公司2022年度网上业 绩说明会的相关问题,投资者可将问题发送至公司邮箱:bbgshiqian@163.com 进行问题登记,公司将在本次业绩说明会上对投资者普遍关注的问题进行回复。 欢迎广大投资者积极参与。 特此公告。 步步高商业连锁股份有限公司董事会 二○二三年四月二十八日 关于召开2022年度业绩说明会并征集相关问题的公告 本公司及董事会全体成员保证公告内容的真实、准确和完整,不存在虚假记载、误导 性陈述或重大遗漏。 步步高商业连锁股份有限公司(以下简称"公司")将于2023年5月11日(星 期四)下午15:00至17:00在全景网举办2022年度业绩说明会,本次年度业绩说明 会将采用网络远程方式举行,投资者可登录"全景·路演天下" (http://rs.p5w.net)参与本次年度业绩说明会。 ...
*ST步高(002251) - 2015年6月16日投资者关系活动记录表
2022-12-07 08:24
步步高商业连锁股份有限公司投资者关系活动记录表 编号:2015-004 | --- | --- | --- | |-----------------------|----------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | | | | | 投资者关系活动 | ■ | 特定对象调研 □分析师会议 | | 类别 | □ 媒体采访 | □ 业绩说明会 | | | □ 新闻发布会 | □ 路演活动 | | | □ 现场参观 | | | | □ | 其他 (请文字说明其他活动内容) | | 参与单位名称及 | | 林芝、刘彦春(景顺长城) ...
*ST步高(002251) - 2017年5月24日投资者关系活动记录表
2022-12-06 07:31
Financial Performance - In 2016, the company achieved a revenue of 15.47 billion CNY, a year-on-year growth of 0.12% [1] - The net profit attributable to shareholders was 133 million CNY, a decline of 37.94% compared to the previous year [1] - In Q1 2017, the company reported a revenue of 4.73 billion CNY, with a year-on-year increase of 5.63% [1] - The net profit for Q1 2017 was 152 million CNY, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 21.58% [1] - The company expects a net profit change of 0%-30% for the full year of 2017 [1] Investment Projects - The company plans to invest approximately 850 million CNY in the "Bubugao Huaihua New World" project to enhance competitiveness in key regions [1] - The project will cover an area of about 35,000 square meters and aims to create a multifunctional commercial center [2] - The new shopping center will have a construction area of approximately 100,000 square meters, focusing on retail, dining, and entertainment [2] Strategic Acquisitions - The acquisition of Macy's Commercial aims to implement the "Greater Southwest Strategy" for rapid expansion in the Sichuan-Chongqing region [2] - Post-acquisition, the company will hold 94% of Macy's Commercial, enhancing its competitive edge and profitability [2] - As of December 31, 2016, Macy's Commercial operated 20 stores with a total area exceeding 360,000 square meters [2] Store Expansion - In Q1 2017, the company opened 12 new stores and acquired 20 stores from Macy's Commercial [2] - The company anticipates opening over 50 new stores throughout 2017 [2] Other Activities - The company is currently adjusting its plan for a capital increase involving Chongqing Department Store due to new refinancing regulations [2]
*ST步高(002251) - 步步高:2022年5月12日投资者关系活动记录表
2022-11-19 03:02
证券代码: 002251 证券简称:步 步 高 步步高商业连锁股份有限公司投资者关系活动记录表 | --- | --- | --- | |-------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------| | | | | | 投资者关系活动 | □ 特定对象调研 | □ 分析师会议 | | 类别 | □ 媒体采访 | √ 业绩说明会 | | | □ 新闻发布会 | □ 路演活动 | | | □ 现场参观 | | | | □ 其他 | (请文字说明其他活动内容) | | 参与单位名称及 人员姓名 | 投资者网上提问 | | | 时间 | 2022 年 5 月 12 日 ( | 周四 ) 下午 15:00~17:00 | | 地点 | 采用网络远程的方式召开业绩说明会 | 公司通过全景网"投资者关系互动平台"( https://ir.p5w.net ) | | 上市公司接待人 ...
*ST步高(002251) - 2022 Q3 - 季度财报
2022-10-24 16:00
Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for Q3 2022 was CNY 2,136,545,549.71, a decrease of 32.42% compared to the same period last year[5] - The net profit attributable to shareholders for Q3 2022 was CNY 3,855,698.64, representing an increase of 86.71% year-on-year[5] - Total profit decreased by 83.98% to ¥42,182,480.01 from ¥263,335,657.36 year-on-year, primarily due to slow consumer recovery and intense competition in the retail sector[14] - Net profit for Q3 2022 was CNY 33,603,300.71, a significant drop of 83.0% compared to CNY 196,972,211.06 in Q3 2021[25] - Total comprehensive income for the period was CNY 51,218,392.66, a significant decrease from CNY 1,224,030,765.18 in the previous period[26] - Basic and diluted earnings per share were CNY 0.0216, down from CNY 0.2097 in the same period last year[26] Cash Flow - The net cash flow from operating activities for the year-to-date period was CNY 1,432,537,214.09, down 22.79% from the previous year[5] - Net cash flow from operating activities was CNY 1,432,537,214.09, compared to CNY 1,855,459,842.55 in the previous year, reflecting a decline of approximately 22.7%[29] - Cash inflow from operating activities totaled CNY 9,688,575,323.53, down from CNY 15,713,859,253.68, indicating a decrease of about 38.5%[29] - Cash outflow from operating activities was CNY 8,256,038,109.44, compared to CNY 13,858,399,411.13, representing a reduction of approximately 40.3%[29] - Net cash flow from investing activities worsened by 47.89% to -¥1,235,304,802.43 from -¥835,286,374.17, largely due to the previous year's cash inflow from the asset securitization project[16] - Cash inflow from financing activities was CNY 7,047,585,264.84, an increase from CNY 6,120,767,743.07 in the previous year[29] - Cash outflow from financing activities totaled CNY 7,705,333,383.38, compared to CNY 7,015,686,556.49, indicating an increase of approximately 9.8%[29] - The ending cash and cash equivalents balance was CNY 177,813,034.90, down from CNY 632,888,571.61 in the previous period[29] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets as of September 30, 2022, were CNY 30,298,072,127.23, a decrease of 6.32% from the beginning of the year[11] - The company's total liabilities decreased by 35.63% to CNY 2,297,673,334.62, mainly due to payments made for previously stocked goods[12] - Current liabilities decreased to CNY 16,010,517,142.88, down 12.6% from CNY 18,326,317,410.08[22] - The company’s total liabilities decreased to CNY 22,618,382,167.88 from CNY 24,723,811,546.60, a reduction of 8.5%[22] - Long-term borrowings increased by 46.05% to CNY 2,294,715,479.56, attributed to structural adjustments in financing[12] - Long-term borrowings increased to CNY 2,294,715,479.56, up from CNY 1,571,165,821.69, representing a growth of 46.0%[22] Inventory and Expenses - The company's inventory decreased by 65.66% to CNY 540,802,429.10 compared to the beginning of the year, primarily due to reduced stock levels after a peak in sales[11] - The inventory level dropped significantly to ¥540,802,429.10 from ¥1,575,075,775.95, indicating a reduction in stock[20] - Research and development expenses were CNY 18,269,093.83, down from CNY 21,488,470.34, a decrease of 15.0%[24] - Interest expenses increased by 59.71% to ¥1,208,839.61 compared to ¥756,905.94 in the same period last year[14] - The company reported a decrease in tax expenses by 87.07% to ¥8,579,179.30 from ¥66,363,446.30, mainly due to the decline in profits[14] Shareholder Information - The total number of ordinary shareholders at the end of the reporting period was 72,792[17] - The largest shareholder, Bubu Gao Investment Group Co., Ltd., holds 34.99% of shares, with 302,241,133 shares pledged[17] Audit Status - The report for the third quarter was not audited[30]