NAURA(002371)2025-04-25 12:20Financial Performance - In 2024, the company achieved a revenue of 29.838 billion yuan, representing a year-on-year growth of 35.14%[3] - The net profit attributable to shareholders was 5.621 billion yuan, with a year-on-year increase of 44.17%[3] - The company's operating revenue for 2024 reached ¥29.84 billion, representing a year-on-year increase of 35.14% compared to ¥22.08 billion in 2023[24] - The net profit attributable to shareholders for 2024 was ¥5.62 billion, up 44.17% from ¥3.90 billion in 2023[25] - The net profit attributable to shareholders after deducting non-recurring gains and losses was ¥5.57 billion, reflecting a 55.53% increase from ¥3.58 billion in 2023[25] - The basic earnings per share for 2024 was ¥10.57, an increase of 43.60% from ¥7.36 in 2023[24] - The total assets at the end of 2024 amounted to ¥65.71 billion, a growth of 22.54% from ¥53.62 billion at the end of 2023[24] - The net assets attributable to shareholders at the end of 2024 were ¥31.08 billion, up 27.56% from ¥24.37 billion at the end of 2023[24] Research and Development - Research and development investment reached 5.372 billion yuan, an increase of 21.82% compared to the previous year[4] - The company filed over 1,300 new patent applications, with more than 80% being invention patents[4] - The company invested 5.372 billion RMB in R&D in 2024, a year-on-year increase of 21.82%, focusing on semiconductor equipment, vacuum and new energy equipment, and precision electronic components[55] - The company has applied for over 9,200 patents and has been granted over 5,300 patents, maintaining its position as the leading domestic integrated circuit equipment enterprise[55] Market Trends and Projections - In 2024, the global integrated circuit market size reached a historical high of 116.1 billion in 2024, marking a record high, with China's sales expected to be 37.8 billion in 2023 to 3.1 billion in 2024, reflecting a significant increase in demand for advanced packaging technologies[44] Operational Efficiency and Cost Management - The company is focused on cost reduction and efficiency improvement, which has led to enhanced operational efficiency and a decrease in cost-to-revenue ratio[25] - The efficiency of lithium battery production was improved by 30% through the newly developed integrated rolling and slitting equipment[4] - The series of coating equipment for hydrogen fuel cells achieved a 30% performance improvement while reducing costs by 80% and extending lifespan by 30%[4] Strategic Directions and Future Plans - The company plans to focus on three strategic directions: technology breakthroughs, ecological co-prosperity, and global expansion[6] - The company aims to become a trusted leader in the semiconductor basic products field by 2025, focusing on innovation-driven growth and enhancing operational efficiency[128] - A dual-driven strategy of internal growth and external mergers and acquisitions will be implemented, with a focus on the semiconductor equipment sector, starting strategic investments and mergers in 2025[133] Governance and Management - The company maintains a clear governance structure with independent boards and committees, ensuring effective management and compliance with regulations[167] - The company has a dedicated financial accounting department, ensuring independent financial decision-making and compliance with tax obligations[166] - The management team is composed of dedicated professionals, with no dual roles in the controlling shareholder's enterprises, ensuring focused leadership[165] Shareholder Engagement and Dividends - A cash dividend of 10.60 yuan per 10 shares will be distributed to all shareholders, with no bonus shares issued[8] - The company implemented a cash dividend of 566 million yuan in 2024, with a cumulative dividend of 1.217 billion yuan over the past three years, averaging a cash dividend payout ratio of 10.25%[149] Supply Chain and Risk Management - The company has established a robust supply chain risk warning and response mechanism, enhancing resilience and risk management capabilities across all supply chain segments[62] - The company has established a stable supply chain system and increased the localization rate of components to mitigate geopolitical risks[140] Talent Development and Human Resources - The company has developed a comprehensive talent management system, improving employee satisfaction and loyalty through competitive compensation and multi-level welfare programs[59] - The company expanded its R&D personnel by 25.36%, increasing from 3,656 to 4,583 employees[98] Environmental and Sustainability Initiatives - The company has reduced carbon dioxide emissions by over 7,582.56 tons through energy-saving projects in 2024, achieving a 54.11% decrease in carbon intensity compared to 2020[61] Customer Engagement and Satisfaction - Customer satisfaction ratings improved to 90%, reflecting the success of recent service enhancements[10]