CBAK Energy(CBAT) - 2024 Q4 - Annual Report

Financial Performance - Total net revenues decreased by $27.8 million, or 14$176.6 million for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024, compared to $204.4 million in 2023[279]. - Net income for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024, was$9.6 million, a significant recovery from a net loss of $8.5 million in 2023[279]. - Operating income improved significantly to$8.8 million in 2024, compared to an operating loss of $7.3 million in 2023, marking a turnaround of$16.0 million[297]. - Gross profit for 2024 was $41.8 million, representing 24$31.7 million or 15.5% of net revenues in 2023[306]. - Net income for 2024 was $9.6 million, a significant improvement from a net loss of$8.5 million in 2023[314]. Revenue Breakdown - Revenue from sales of batteries for light electric vehicles increased by $4.7 million, or 84$10.3 million in 2024, compared to $5.6 million in 2023[280][302]. - Net revenues from sales of batteries for residential energy supply and uninterruptable supplies were$124.6 million for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024, a slight increase from $124.5 million in 2023[303]. - Revenue from sales of cathode materials and precursors decreased to$40.0 million in 2024, down from $71.4 million in 2023, representing a decline of 44$40.0 million in 2024 from $71.4 million in 2023, primarily due to a rapid decrease in raw material prices[304]. Production and Capacity Expansion - The company is expanding its Nanjing facilities with two new production lines, aiming for a total capacity of approximately 20 GWh once fully operational[282]. - The Dalian manufacturing center currently has a total capacity of 1 GWh per year, with plans to introduce the new model 40135 by May 2025[278][281]. - The company has expanded production capacity for the Model 32140 and introduced a new larger cylindrical cell, the Model 40135, to enhance its competitive position in the residential energy supply sector[303]. - The company expects trial production of the new production line for Model 40135 to commence by May 2025, with mass production in the second half of 2025[281]. Expenses and Cost Management - Cost of revenues decreased to$134.8 million in 2024, down 22% from $172.7 million in 2023[305]. - Research and development expenses increased to$13.0 million in 2024, up 9% from $11.9 million in 2023, driven by higher salaries and social insurance expenses[307]. - Sales and marketing expenses increased to$5.2 million in 2024, representing 2.9% of revenues, up from 2.4% in 2023, reflecting expanded marketing efforts for overseas markets[308]. Cash Flow and Financing Activities - Net cash provided by operating activities was $39.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, mainly attributable to a net income of$23.4 million and an increase in accrued expenses and other payables of $23.7 million[372]. - Net cash used in investing activities was$23.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, comprising $17.2 million for purchases of property, plant, and equipment[374]. - Net cash used in financing activities was$11.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, mainly due to repayment of bank borrowings of $52.1 million[376]. - The company entered into a short-term loan agreement with Bank of Nanjing for RMB10 million (approximately$1.4 million) at an interest rate of 3.7% per annum, borrowed on April 23, 2023[327]. Equity and Share Issuance - The company issued 2,206,640 shares of common stock at $2.5 per share for an aggregate consideration of approximately$5.52 million in a private placement[341]. - The company entered into a cancellation agreement with creditors to convert debts totaling approximately $4.3 million into shares, issuing 8,928,193 shares at an exchange price of$0.48 per share[348]. - The company issued 9,489,800 shares at $5.18 per share, raising approximately$49.16 million in gross proceeds on December 8, 2020[365]. Financial Position and Assets - As of December 31, 2024, cash and cash equivalents totaled $60.8 million, with total current assets at$141.4 million and current liabilities at $171.7 million, resulting in a net working capital deficit of$30.3 million[316]. - As of December 31, 2023, cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash totaled $58.8 million, increasing to$60.8 million by December 31, 2024[371]. - Total available credit facilities amount to $83.397 million, with long-term credit facilities at$21.922 million and short-term credit facilities at $4.178 million[378]. Accounting Policies and Estimates - The company adopted ASC 326 on January 1, 2023, resulting in an expected credit loss provision of$2.3 million for current assets[392]. - The allowance for doubtful accounts is based on the company's best estimate of probable credit losses in existing trade accounts receivable[390]. - Inventories are stated at the lower of cost or net realizable value, with adjustments made for estimated obsolescence[395]. - The company provides a manufacturer's warranty on all products, accruing a warranty reserve based on projected repair or replacement costs[397]. Future Outlook - The company is confident in securing additional orders due to the growing demand for new energy products, supported by favorable government policies[280]. - The company plans to expand product lines and manufacturing capacity, requiring additional funding and potential equity financing[369]. - The company expects to construct new plants with new production lines and battery module packing lines as part of its future capital expenditures[381].