埃斯顿(002747) - 2024 Q4 - 年度业绩预告

Financial Performance Expectations - The company expects a net loss of between 650 million to 760 million yuan for 2024, a decline of 581.33% to 662.79% compared to a profit of 135.04 million yuan in the same period last year[3]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders after deducting non-recurring gains and losses is projected to be a loss of 630 million to 740 million yuan, representing a decrease of 841.14% to 970.54% from a profit of 85.00 million yuan last year[3]. - Non-recurring gains and losses are expected to impact the net profit attributable to shareholders by approximately 30 million yuan less than the previous year, mainly due to reduced fair value changes in associated companies[7]. - The company will not recognize deferred tax assets related to current operating losses and will reduce previously recognized deferred tax assets, leading to an estimated increase in income tax expenses of nearly 40 million yuan compared to last year[7]. Impairment and Cost Management - The company anticipates goodwill impairment exceeding 400 million yuan for 2024, with the final amount subject to annual audit and goodwill impairment testing results[3]. - The company has seen an increase in personnel costs compared to the previous year, contributing to higher operating losses due to lower-than-expected sales[6]. - The company emphasizes the importance of prudent financial management and will disclose impairment preparations based on final audit and assessment results[9]. Strategic Initiatives - The company plans to enhance operational management and cost control, increase R&D investment, and improve product competitiveness to achieve profitability and high-quality development in 2025[8]. - The company is actively implementing a major customer strategy to enter high-barrier application areas in industrial robotics, aiming to increase market share despite current challenges[5]. Revenue Challenges - The company has experienced a significant decline in revenue from its subsidiary, Germany's Kruis, due to insufficient demand in the domestic heavy industry and weak European market conditions[6].