Financial Performance - The total revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was RMB 3,946,324,000, representing a decrease of 22.5% compared to the same period in 2023[6]. - Gross profit for the period was RMB 425,824,000, maintaining the same level as the corresponding period in 2023, with a gross profit margin of 10.8%, an increase of approximately 270 basis points from 8.1% in 2023[6]. - The net profit for the first half of 2024 was RMB 21,125,000, representing an increase of 72.3% compared to RMB 12,260,000 for the same period in 2023[8]. - Profit attributable to owners of the Company for the period was RMB 1,586,000, up from RMB 1,521,000 in the same period of 2023[8]. - The Group recorded a net profit of RMB 21,125,000 in the first half of 2024, representing a 72.3% increase compared to RMB 12,260,000 in the same period of 2023[9]. - The Group's gross profit for the period was RMB 425,824,000, an increase of 3.7% from the corresponding period in 2023, with a gross profit margin improving to 10.8% from 8.1%[104]. - The Group reported a net gain of RMB 6,690,000 from the disposal of its equity interest in Liuzhou Leadrive Electronic Control Technology Co., Ltd.[109]. - The share of results from associates reported a total net loss of RMB 59,928,000, primarily due to losses from Wuling New Energy, FL Seating, and FL Emission[108]. Revenue Breakdown - Revenue from the automotive components and other industrial services division reached RMB 2,698,094,000 in the first half of 2024, marking a year-on-year increase of 6.1%[10]. - The commercial vehicle assembly division achieved revenue of RMB 330,671,000 in the first half of 2024, reflecting a significant decrease of 75.5% compared to the same period in 2023[17]. - The vehicles' power supply systems division generated revenue of RMB 902,113,000 in the first half of 2024, a year-on-year decrease of 23.6% due to a decline in engine sales volume[14]. - The total revenue of the automotive components and other industrial services division for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was RMB 2,698,094,000, representing an increase of 6.1% compared to the same period in 2023[56]. - Total revenue for the vehicles' power supply systems division was RMB 902,113,000, a decrease of 23.6% compared to the same period in 2023, primarily due to delays in customer orders[38]. - Revenue from sales of engines and related parts was RMB 902,113, down from RMB 1,180,571, indicating a decrease of approximately 23.5%[191]. - Revenue from sales of automotive components and accessories increased to RMB 2,331,161, up from RMB 2,162,702, reflecting a growth of approximately 7.8%[191]. - Revenue from contracts with customers within the scope of HKFRS 15 was RMB 3,930,878, down from RMB 5,075,935, a decrease of approximately 22.5%[191]. Strategic Initiatives - The Group's strategy focuses on "Stabilising Growth, Enhancing Effectiveness and Exploring New Horizons" amid intensified market competition and economic downturn[6]. - The Group is undergoing transformation and upgrading towards digitalization, intelligentization, and greenness to promote high-quality development[6]. - The Group's strategy includes enhancing product customization and expanding into international markets, with successful exports of Wuling products to countries like Vietnam, Thailand, and the USA[17]. - The Group aims to enhance its core competitiveness by integrating digitalization with traditional industries, promoting the development of automotive digital services[24]. - The Group is committed to optimizing management and enhancing efficiency through lean management practices, aiming for high-quality development[22]. - The Group's strategy includes deepening reforms and improving incentive mechanisms to drive high-quality development[22]. - The Group is actively reducing costs and improving operational efficiency by implementing policies focused on increasing revenue and reducing expenditures[28]. Market and Product Development - The automotive components division experienced steady growth due to the strategy of acquiring new clients, despite a decrease in revenue from the commercial vehicle assembly division[6]. - The Group focused on securing existing markets and developing new markets, particularly in supplying components for new energy vehicles, optimizing client structure, and expanding into markets like Great Wall, Chery, and BYD[9]. - The vehicles' power supply systems division is accelerating the transformation to new energy business, focusing on hybrid and pure electric assembly systems and core components[15]. - The chassis business achieved a significant breakthrough by exporting self-developed components for the first time, including the rear drive axle assembly for new energy passenger cars to Vietnam[10]. - The division is focusing on high-end, intelligent, and green product development, actively exploring market opportunities in the new energy vehicle sector[61]. - The successful launch of high-end models is expected to enhance the division's commercial potential and technical capabilities[55]. - The division continues to expand its customer base, including partnerships with Great Wall Motors, Beiqi Foton Motors, and Chery Automobile[60]. Operational Efficiency - The Group is committed to implementing cost control measures and enhancing fine management to improve efficiency[34]. - The Group's liquidity position is strategically managed with an optimistic outlook for economic recovery in the second half of 2024[116]. - The Group will continue to monitor its liquidity and financial position closely to adapt to market conditions and challenges[119]. - The Group has sufficient financial resources to meet its financial obligations for the foreseeable future, supported by continuous financial backing from Guangxi Automobile Holdings Limited[183][184]. Human Resources and Governance - The Group had approximately 8,200 employees as of 30 June 2024, with total staff costs amounting to approximately RMB 388,864,000, reflecting an increase of 8.6% compared to the same period in 2023[149]. - The Company has fully complied with all code provisions on Corporate Governance Practices as per the Listing Rules[145]. - The remuneration policy of the Group is reviewed annually based on applicable legislation, market conditions, and performance[149]. - The Group emphasizes the importance of human resources management to support the expansion of new businesses[153]. Shareholder Information - The total number of issued shares as of June 30, 2024, was 3,298,161,332[128]. - The interim dividend for the six months ended 30 June 2024 is set at RMB 0, compared to nil for the same period in 2023[145]. - The share option scheme was adopted on November 10, 2021, allowing directors to invite employees to take up options at nil consideration[141].
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