Financial Performance - For the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024, the total revenue was RMB 16,950,733 thousand, a decrease of 1.0% compared to RMB 17,116,894 thousand in 2023[2]. - The annual profit decreased by 28.3% to RMB 511,145 thousand from RMB 712,667 thousand in the previous year[3]. - Adjusted profit increased by 3.8% to RMB 650,240 thousand from RMB 626,350 thousand in 2023[2]. - Basic earnings per share fell by 22.7% to RMB 20.01 from RMB 25.88 in 2023[4]. - The company reported a total comprehensive income of RMB 502,673 thousand, down from RMB 706,486 thousand in the previous year[4]. - Gross profit for 2024 was RMB 3,741,502 thousand, representing a 6.5% decline from RMB 4,003,076 thousand in 2023, with a gross margin of 22.1%[45]. - The company's administrative expenses decreased by 9.9% to RMB 1,220,082 thousand in 2024, with the expense ratio dropping to 7.2% from 7.9% in 2023[47]. - Research and development costs were RMB 906,274 thousand in 2024, down 16.0% from RMB 1,078,296 thousand in 2023, with the R&D expense ratio at 5.3%[48]. - Other income fell by 43.6% to RMB 241,941 thousand in 2024, primarily due to reduced government subsidies and interest income[50]. - Financial expenses decreased by 13.3% to RMB 175,918 thousand in 2024, with the expense ratio at 1.0% compared to 1.2% in 2023[52]. - The effective tax rate increased to 7.4% in 2024 from 2.9% in 2023, with income tax expenses rising to RMB 56,951 thousand, a 167.6% increase[52]. Revenue Breakdown - Service revenue for 2024 was RMB 16,314,168 thousand, down 1.9% from RMB 16,631,560 thousand in 2023[10]. - The Technology Professional Services Group generated revenue of RMB 14,770,393 thousand in 2024, down from RMB 15,020,564 thousand in 2023[12]. - The Internet Information Technology Services Group reported revenue of RMB 2,180,340 thousand in 2024, an increase from RMB 2,096,330 thousand in 2023[12]. - Revenue from the Technology Professional Services Group decreased by 1.7% to RMB 14,770,393 thousand in 2024, while the Internet Information Technology Services Group saw a 4.0% increase to RMB 2,180,340 thousand[57]. Dividends and Shareholder Information - The company proposed a final dividend of HKD 0.0533 per share for the fiscal year[2]. - The proposed final dividend is HKD 0.0533 per ordinary share, subject to shareholder approval at the annual general meeting on May 20, 2025[71]. - The company plans to hold its annual general meeting on May 20, 2025[73]. - The company will suspend share transfer registration from May 14 to May 20, 2025, to determine shareholder eligibility for voting at the annual general meeting[74]. - The company will also suspend share transfer registration from June 3 to June 6, 2025, to determine eligibility for the proposed final dividend[74]. Assets and Liabilities - Non-current assets increased to RMB 5,642,061 thousand from RMB 4,122,341 thousand in 2023, reflecting a significant growth[5]. - Current liabilities rose to RMB 6,103,164 thousand from RMB 2,962,210 thousand in the previous year, indicating increased financial obligations[6]. - The total equity attributable to the owners of the company decreased to RMB 11,415,975 thousand from RMB 11,742,461 thousand in 2023[6]. - Trade receivables (net of provisions) increased to RMB 5,998,723 thousand in 2024 from RMB 5,304,724 thousand in 2023[21]. - Trade payables rose to RMB 930,191 thousand in 2024, compared to RMB 641,287 thousand in 2023[22]. - The net cash balance for 2024 was RMB 4,747,142 thousand, down from RMB 5,088,641 thousand in 2023, primarily due to increased share buybacks totaling HKD 926,726,800[54]. - The current ratio for 2024 was 2.1, a decrease from 4.4 in 2023, indicating a decline in liquidity[54]. - The group's total borrowings increased to RMB 4,416,097 thousand in 2024 from RMB 3,016,817 thousand in 2023[54]. - The net debt ratio was negative, indicating strong debt repayment capability, as available cash exceeded total borrowings of RMB 4,416,097 thousand in 2024[54]. Strategic Initiatives and Growth - The company established an innovation center to enhance AI service capabilities, integrating AI computing services and engineering[27]. - The company expanded its computing power operations and established multiple data centers, including a collaboration with Huawei[28]. - The JointPilot AI application platform was upgraded, resulting in over 60 AI agents deployed and 30 benchmark cases created[29]. - The company launched a domestic ERP system for the power industry, successfully delivering projects for major state-owned enterprises[30]. - The KaihongOS platform was developed to provide integrated hardware and software solutions, achieving significant advancements in various industries[31]. - The company achieved over 30% growth in Huawei Cloud SMB CORE performance during the reporting period, leading the Huawei Cloud ecosystem[32]. - The company plans to leverage domestic computing power and AI capabilities to enhance enterprise productivity and create long-term value for stakeholders[33]. - The company has established R&D and delivery centers in multiple countries, including Saudi Arabia, to support its international expansion strategy[37]. - The company expanded its presence in the Asia-Pacific and Middle East regions, establishing a joint venture in Saudi Arabia to promote digital transformation[33]. Workforce and Corporate Governance - The total number of employees reached 75,075 by the end of 2024, reflecting a 7.3% increase from the previous year[38]. - Technical personnel comprised 95.6% of the total workforce, with project managers, consultants, and senior engineers making up 36.6% of the technical staff[39]. - The board believes that corporate governance is crucial for the company's success and has adopted various measures to maintain high standards[61]. - The audit committee reviewed and monitored the financial reporting procedures and internal control systems during the fiscal year[69]. - The chairman and CEO roles are currently held by the same individual, which the board believes provides strong and consistent leadership[66]. - The board of directors consists of three executive directors, two non-executive directors, and three independent non-executive directors[75]. Future Outlook - The company plans to enhance gross margin by increasing the proportion of high-margin services and accelerating the deployment of AI products and services[49]. - The company aims to improve operational efficiency through self-developed Agent products and AI tools integrated into delivery processes[49]. - The company's performance in the Internet Information Technology Services Group improved by 20.8% when excluding bad debt impacts, despite a reported decline of 40.5%[58]. - The company expects to utilize approximately HKD 394 million for general operating funds by December 31, 2024[60].
中国软件国际(00354) - 2024 - 年度业绩