Financial Performance - In 2022, the company achieved a revenue of approximately RMB 1,790.3 million, a significant increase of about RMB 1,426.1 million compared to RMB 364.2 million in 2021, marking a growth of over 392%[25] - The jewelry retail segment experienced a revenue decline of approximately 23% due to the impact of COVID-19, leading to a net loss attributable to shareholders of about RMB 25.6 million in 2022, compared to a profit of RMB 0.1 million in 2021[25] - The company recorded a net asset value of RMB 1,376 million in 2022, a slight decrease from RMB 1,397 million in 2021[12] - The company's revenue for the year ended December 31, 2022, was approximately RMB 1,790.3 million, a significant increase of about 391.6% compared to RMB 364.2 million in 2021, primarily due to the contribution from the newly acquired fresh food retail business[57] - The gross profit for the year was approximately RMB 52.4 million, a decrease of about 17.0% from RMB 63.1 million in 2021, with the overall gross margin dropping from approximately 17.3% to 2.9% due to the lower profit margins of the new fresh food retail business[64] - The company recorded a loss attributable to owners of approximately RMB 25.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2022, compared to a profit of RMB 0.1 million in 2021, primarily due to decreased sales in the jewelry retail segment and the ongoing impact of weakened consumer sentiment in China[70] Business Strategy and Expansion - The fresh food retail business was introduced as a diversification strategy, contributing positively to revenue growth during its initial phase[25] - The company opened 4 new stores and closed 20 stores in 2022, resulting in a total of 22 stores, reflecting a cautious approach to expansion amid pandemic challenges[27] - The company has invested in Jiangsu Nongmuren E-commerce Co., Ltd. to expand its business into the S2B2C agricultural product platform[16] - The company invested in Jiangsu Nongmuren E-commerce Co., Ltd., expanding its business from jewelry retail to essential goods retail, contributing to a significant revenue stream in 2022[41] - The "Meat Cabinet" platform under Jiangsu Nongmuren generated approximately RMB 1,509.8 million in revenue in 2022, accounting for about 84.3% of the company's total revenue for the year[45] - The company plans to launch new fresh product platforms such as "Beef Cabinet," "Lamb Cabinet," and "Fish Cabinet" in 2023, aiming to replicate the successful business model established with the "Meat Cabinet"[49] - The company is focusing on the pet market, with the SISI brand launching pet DNA diamonds, targeting the growing pet ownership in China, which has over 110 million registered pets[57] - The company is exploring suitable business opportunities within and outside the jewelry industry to diversify its business and mitigate risks[53] Online Sales and Marketing - Online sales channels have been enhanced through third-party platforms, although logistics disruptions due to pandemic measures have impacted operations[27] - The company has paused operations of its self-operated online platform while focusing on third-party online sales channels[28] - The company leveraged third-party online sales channels, collaborating with platforms like JD.com, Tmall, and Douyin, achieving significant sales performance with daily reach exceeding 100 million households in China[31] - Online sales channels recorded sales of approximately RMB 248.7 million, representing a growth of about 8.9% from RMB 228.5 million in 2021, attributed to collaborations with top live-streaming influencers[60] Corporate Governance - The company has adhered to the corporate governance code, except for the provision C.2.1, which states that the roles of chairman and CEO should be separated[103] - The board consists of two executive directors and three independent non-executive directors, ensuring a balanced composition for effective decision-making[108] - The company is committed to maintaining high standards of corporate governance to protect shareholder interests and enhance corporate value[105] - The board aims to achieve gender diversity by ensuring at least one female member by December 31, 2024[125] - The nomination committee is actively selecting suitable female candidates for board membership based on objective criteria[139] - The board has adopted a diversity policy to ensure a balanced mix of skills, experience, and perspectives[122] - The company is committed to promoting gender diversity not only at the board and senior management levels but across all employees[138] Risk Management and Internal Control - The company has established a Risk Management Committee to oversee risk management and internal control systems, ensuring compliance with corporate governance codes[152] - The internal audit department conducted an independent audit of the risk management and internal control systems, providing recommendations for improvements[153] - The company has committed to maintaining an effective internal control system and addressing any identified deficiencies promptly[154] - The board reviews the effectiveness of the risk management and internal control systems annually, aiming to manage risks associated with achieving business objectives[156] Employee and Stakeholder Relations - The company recognizes the importance of employee development through competitive compensation and performance evaluation systems[197] - The company emphasizes the importance of stakeholder relationships, including employees, customers, suppliers, and shareholders[196] - The total employee cost for the year ended December 31, 2022, was approximately RMB 31.5 million, up from RMB 21.0 million in 2021, primarily due to contributions from the new fresh food retail business[80] Financial Management - The company maintained a strong liquidity position, with cash and cash equivalents amounting to approximately RMB 475.2 million as of December 31, 2022, compared to RMB 312.6 million in 2021[81] - The company had bank borrowings of approximately RMB 84.1 million as of December 31, 2022, compared to zero in 2021, with a net debt-to-equity ratio of approximately -28.4%[74] - Capital expenditures for the year ended December 31, 2022, were approximately RMB 0.8 million, significantly lower than RMB 14.7 million in 2021[75] Audit and Compliance - The Audit Committee consists of three independent non-executive directors, with a meeting attendance rate of 100% for all members[144] - The total fees paid for audit services amounted to RMB 989,000, while non-audit services totaled RMB 288,000, including RMB 215,000 for interim performance review[146] - The Audit Committee held three meetings during the year ended December 31, 2022, to review financial reports and discuss significant matters with external auditors[144] - The company has appointed a new external auditor effective January 19, 2023, following the resignation of the previous auditor[146] Environmental and Social Responsibility - The management has established an environmental management policy to ensure compliance with applicable environmental laws and regulations[193] - The company has implemented anti-corruption and anti-bribery policies to prevent internal misconduct, with an open reporting channel for employees and stakeholders[161]
金猫银猫(01815) - 2022 - 年度财报