Financial Performance - Revenue for the year ended December 31, 2024, was RMB 7,066,784 thousand, representing a 0.5% increase from RMB 7,030,467 thousand in 2023[7] - Gross profit for the same period was RMB 4,143,040 thousand, up 1.5% from RMB 4,079,948 thousand in 2023[7] - Profit attributable to equity shareholders for the year decreased by 43.1% to RMB 1,323,622 thousand from RMB 2,327,083 thousand in 2023[7] - Adjusted net profit (non-IFRS measure) increased by 3.3% to RMB 1,676,275 thousand from RMB 1,622,602 thousand in 2023[7] - Operating cash flow increased significantly by 116.3% to RMB 781,003 thousand from RMB 361,226 thousand in 2023[7] - The gross margin improved to 58.6% in 2024 from 58.0% in 2023, while the net margin decreased to 18.7% from 33.1%[10] - The company reported a net profit attributable to equity shareholders of RMB 1,323.6 million for the year, compared to RMB 2,327.1 million in 2023, a decline of 43.2%[96] - Total revenue for the year 2024 reached RMB 7,066,784,000, a slight increase from RMB 7,030,467,000 in 2023, representing a year-over-year growth of 0.5%[106] - The company reported a pre-tax profit of RMB 1,894,332,000 for 2024, down from RMB 2,885,682,000 in 2023, representing a decline of 34.4%[113] Brand Performance - The flagship brand, Zhenjiu, contributed approximately 63.4% of the company's revenue as of December 31, 2024, maintaining its position as the fourth largest sauce-flavored liquor brand in China[20] - Revenue from the brand Zhenjiu decreased by 2.3% to RMB 4,479.7 million, primarily due to adjustments in sales channels and a strategic reduction in lower-margin products[59] - Revenue from the brand Lidu increased by 18.3% to RMB 1,312.9 million, driven by the growth of core products and expansion into markets outside Jiangxi Province[59] - Revenue from the brand Xiangjiao decreased by 3.7% to RMB 802.5 million, with a decline in sales of the strong aroma series partially offset by growth in the Longjiang series[59] - Revenue from the brand Kaikouxiao decreased by 12.3% to RMB 337.4 million, impacted by a sluggish wedding market and a reduction in low-margin product sales[59] Market Strategy and Expansion - The company plans to expand into new consumption scenarios and explore cross-industry collaborations, particularly in business and tourism sectors[13] - The company plans to expand its sales channels and high-end customer base, with a focus on developing diverse consumption scenarios and cross-industry collaborations[17] - The company is strategically expanding its market presence beyond Jiangxi Province while continuing to enhance its product matrix with more mid-to-high-end offerings[26] - The company aims to support the application for the inclusion of Chinese liquor in the World Cultural Heritage tentative list, collaborating with other leading liquor enterprises[25] - The company is expanding its brand presence internationally, with events in Hong Kong and Japan to promote the Li Du brand[47] Product Development and Innovation - The company launched new product lines in 2024, including the 2013 True Vintage Liquor and Qianli Tiaoyi, enhancing its market penetration in the high-end segment[22] - The company launched upgraded versions of its main product lines, including the second generation of Li Du Sorghum 1955 and 1975, and successfully introduced a high-end product, Li Du Sorghum 1308, which won the Grand Gold Medal at the ISGC 2024 International Spirits (China) Awards shortly after its launch[26] - The company has established strategic partnerships with several universities and research institutions to enhance product R&D capabilities, including a strategic cooperation agreement with Guizhou University in 2024[32] - The company is focusing on optimizing its product mix and expanding its mid-range and above product lines to adapt to market demand[61] Operational Efficiency - The company has implemented a modern equity incentive plan post-IPO to maximize team effectiveness and has adjusted its organizational structure to enhance operational efficiency[4] - A comprehensive digital management system has been implemented to streamline operations and improve overall profitability through data analysis[38] - The company launched a quality management system in 2024, covering all aspects of production quality, which enhances batch quality management and traceability[39] - The company developed a channel management platform to enhance transparency and efficiency in the distribution process, allowing distributors to manage procurement and inventory effectively[40] Sustainability and ESG Initiatives - The company is committed to ESG initiatives, including replacing ceramic bottles with glass bottles to reduce energy consumption and improve sustainability[48] - The company aims for over 50% of its energy consumption to come from renewable sources by 2024, as part of its sustainability initiatives[49] - The company received an ESG "AA" rating from Wind Information and was included in the top 100 ESG best practices list in China[50] - The company is committed to improving energy efficiency and reducing consumption intensity across various resources, contributing to significant cost savings[49] Financial Management - The company has sufficient base liquor inventory to support rapid growth in its mid-range and premium product lines, enhancing competitiveness in the market[33] - The number of distribution partners increased from 2,938 in 2023 to 3,204 in 2024, while retail partners rose from 3,143 to 3,334, indicating a robust expansion of the distribution network[37] - Cash generated from operating activities was approximately RMB 781.0 million for the year ending December 31, 2024, after adjustments for non-cash and non-operating items[84] - As of December 31, 2024, bank deposits and cash amounted to RMB 6,202.2 million, compared to RMB 6,053.2 million as of December 31, 2023, while bank and other borrowings increased to RMB 510.2 million from RMB 36.6 million[85] Employee and Organizational Structure - The company had 11,380 full-time employees as of December 31, 2024, an increase from 10,956 employees as of June 30, 2024[93] - The total employee costs for the year amounted to approximately RMB 2,224.4 million, reflecting the company's investment in workforce development[93] - The product development team consists of 252 employees, with a significant majority holding bachelor's degrees or higher, and is led by a technical committee of 78 renowned liquor experts[30] Corporate Governance - The board of directors includes both executive and independent non-executive members, ensuring corporate governance compliance[153] - The audit committee has reviewed the audited financial performance for the year ending December 31, 2024, confirming consistency with the financial statements[148] - The company is registered in the Cayman Islands and was established on September 24, 2021[150] - The company’s shares were listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on April 27, 2023[151]
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