Financial Performance - Total sales revenue for 2023 was RMB 12,989.8 million, a decrease of 9.0% compared to 2022[6] - The gross profit for 2023 was RMB 2,061.0 million, down 18.7% from RMB 2,536.6 million in 2022[6] - The net profit attributable to shareholders for 2023 was RMB 2,381.7 million, an increase of 45.0% compared to RMB 1,642.6 million in 2022[6] - The company achieved a total revenue of RMB 11.946 billion in 2024, with a gross profit of RMB 1.705 billion and a net profit attributable to shareholders of RMB 1.071 billion[21] - The group’s revenue for the reporting period was RMB 11,946.5 million, a decrease of RMB 1,043.3 million or 8.0% compared to RMB 12,989.8 million in 2023, primarily due to fluctuations in the urea market[74] - The revenue from urea sales was RMB 3,710.2 million in 2024, down 20.7% from RMB 4,676.9 million in 2023, attributed to a decrease in sales price and volume[74] - The phosphate and compound fertilizer revenue was RMB 2,687.0 million, a slight decrease of 0.7% from RMB 2,707.0 million in 2023[74] - The group's methanol revenue for the reporting period was RMB 3,090.7 million, an increase of RMB 57.3 million or 1.9% compared to RMB 3,033.4 million in 2023, primarily due to a price increase of RMB 66.2 per ton[75] - The group's acrylonitrile series products generated revenue of RMB 2,010.6 million, a significant increase of RMB 707.4 million or 54.3% from RMB 1,303.2 million in 2023, driven by a sales price increase of RMB 738.1 per ton and a volume increase of 66,191.8 tons[75] Production and Sales - The total production volume for fertilizers in 2024 was 1,917,802 tons, a decrease of 4.4% from 2,005,933 tons in 2023[8] - The total sales volume for chemical products in 2024 was 1,425,991 tons, a decrease of 1.2% from 1,443,602 tons in 2023[9] - The company sold 1.888 million tons of urea, 1.426 million tons of methanol, 509,000 tons of phosphate fertilizer, 295,000 tons of compound fertilizer, and 226,000 tons of acrylonitrile products during the year[24] - The company’s production output included 1.918 million tons of urea, 855,000 tons of compound fertilizer, and 1.438 million tons of methanol, reflecting strong operational performance[23] - The total sales of phosphate and compound fertilizers in 2024 were 803,838 tons, down from 826,695 tons in 2023[59] - The company exported 0.4 million tons of urea, 126,000 tons of diammonium phosphate, 9,000 tons of methanol, and 9,000 tons of acrylonitrile in 2024[53] Assets and Equity - The total assets as of December 31, 2024, were RMB 24,076.0 million, a slight decrease from RMB 24,317.3 million in 2023[7] - The total equity as of December 31, 2024, was RMB 19,507.0 million, an increase from RMB 19,407.1 million in 2023[7] Dividends - The board proposed a final dividend of RMB 0.1208 per share for the 2024 fiscal year, resulting in a payout ratio of 52%[12] - The board proposed a final dividend of RMB 556.9 million for the year 2024, equating to a dividend of RMB 0.1208 per share, subject to shareholder approval[91] - The company has adopted a dividend policy that allows shareholders to receive declared dividends, with all shareholders having equal rights to dividends and distributions[192] - The company will continuously review its dividend policy and retains the sole discretion to update, revise, or modify the policy at any time[197] Safety and Environmental Practices - The company maintained a safety production record with zero employee fatalities and zero environmental pollution incidents for three consecutive years[23] - The company will continue to implement its green development strategy, achieving leading energy efficiency indicators in the industry and receiving international certifications[25] - The company’s methanol production facility has been recognized as an "energy efficiency leader" for 13 consecutive years, showcasing its commitment to sustainable practices[25] - The company is committed to energy conservation and environmental protection, gradually replacing low-efficiency equipment[112] - The management team emphasized a commitment to sustainability, with plans to reduce carbon emissions by 20% by 2025[175] Future Plans and Strategies - The company plans to expand its production capacity for methanol and other chemical products in the coming years[3] - The company plans to focus on enhancing the quality of "plant nutrition solutions" and expanding its international development space through overseas natural gas resource projects[16] - The company plans to deepen research on the application of low-carbon natural gas and CO2 resource utilization technologies in 2025[111] - The company is enhancing its market expansion initiatives and innovating sales models to ensure price realization[112] - The company is exploring potential acquisitions to enhance its product portfolio, targeting firms with complementary technologies[174] - Market expansion plans include entering three new international markets by Q3 2024, aiming for a 10% market share in each[175] Governance and Board Structure - The board consists of six members, including two executive directors, one non-executive director, and three independent non-executive directors, ensuring compliance with corporate governance regulations[125] - Independent non-executive directors constitute half of the board, meeting the requirement of at least one-third as per listing rules[128] - The company has implemented training programs for all directors to enhance their knowledge and skills, including updates on regulatory trends and ESG compliance[132] - The board has conducted training and professional development for directors and senior management[133] - The company has a diversity policy that considers various factors, including gender, age, and professional experience, in board member selection[125] Risk Management - The company has implemented a comprehensive risk management system, including a risk management committee and department to identify and report significant risks[161] - The board has conducted reviews of the company’s risk management and internal control systems, ensuring their effectiveness and adequacy[161] - The internal audit department plays a crucial role in supporting the board and management in risk management and internal control systems[161] Financial Management - The group's financing income decreased to RMB 351.1 million, down RMB 6.8 million or 1.9% from RMB 357.9 million in 2023, attributed to lower interest rates on large certificates of deposit and deposits[85] - The group's financing costs increased to RMB 52.8 million, an increase of RMB 18.6 million or 54.3% from RMB 34.2 million in 2023, primarily due to increased costs associated with long-term borrowings[85] - The group's administrative expenses rose to RMB 629.1 million, an increase of RMB 26.3 million or 4.4% from RMB 602.7 million in 2023, primarily due to higher labor costs[83] Market Conditions - The domestic urea market is expected to see supply and demand growth, but still faces pressure due to existing supply-demand gaps[105] - The average market price of urea in 2024 was RMB 2,099 per ton, down RMB 348 per ton or 14% compared to 2023[33] - The average price of compound fertilizers fell to RMB 2,820 per ton in 2024, a decline of about 7.3% from 2023, despite a slight decrease in production to 5.084 million tons[36] - The total domestic methanol production in 2024 was approximately 78.96 million tons, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 8.7%, while imports decreased by 7.5% to 13.47 million tons[44] Employee Development - The company trained 107,508 employees during the reporting period, with a total training duration of 1,086,419 hours[96]
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