BSU(SH:600010)2023-04-21 16:00Financial Performance - In 2022, the company's operating revenue was CNY 72.17 billion, a decrease of 16.26% compared to CNY 86.18 billion in 2021[20] - The net profit attributable to shareholders was a loss of CNY 729.96 million, a decline of 125.47% from a profit of CNY 2.87 billion in 2021[20] - The net cash flow from operating activities was CNY 2.07 billion, down 81.17% from CNY 10.97 billion in the previous year[20] - The company's total assets at the end of 2022 were CNY 146.72 billion, a slight decrease of 0.84% from CNY 147.97 billion at the end of 2021[20] - The net assets attributable to shareholders decreased by 5.13% to CNY 52.43 billion from CNY 55.27 billion in 2021[20] - Basic earnings per share for 2022 were CNY -0.0161, a decrease of 125.52% compared to CNY 0.0631 in 2021[21] - The weighted average return on equity was -1.34%, down 6.63 percentage points from 5.29% in 2021[21] - The company plans not to distribute profits or increase capital reserves for 2022 due to a negative net profit[6] Operational Highlights - In Q1 2022, the company's operating revenue was approximately RMB 20.18 billion, while in Q2 it increased to RMB 20.89 billion, before declining to RMB 17.14 billion in Q3 and RMB 13.97 billion in Q4[24] - The net profit attributable to shareholders was RMB 331 million in Q1, but dropped to a loss of RMB 1.17 billion in Q3, with a slight recovery to RMB 16 million in Q4[24] - The net cash flow from operating activities was RMB 948 million in Q1, but turned negative in Q3 at RMB -421 million, before recovering to RMB 793 million in Q4[24] - The company achieved a 100% startup rate for ultra-low emission transformation projects, enhancing energy management through grid-based and tiered pricing methods[29] - The company has implemented smart manufacturing initiatives, including the regular operation of 5G smart mining and remote control testing of mining equipment[29] - The company has developed and launched new products, including domestically first high-strength weather-resistant seismic hot-rolled H-beams for steel structure housing applications[31] Industry Trends - In 2022, China's steel production continued to decline, with a significant reduction in demand due to weak real estate investment, leading to a contraction in industry profits[32] - The rare earth industry saw a 25% year-on-year increase in total control indicators for mining and separation, but demand decreased due to low consumer willingness, causing the rare earth price index to drop from 431 points at the beginning of 2022 to a low of 249 points in September[33] - The fluorochemical industry experienced a tight supply of fluorite due to environmental regulations and external factors, while demand surged due to new capacity in the downstream sectors, resulting in a rising trend in the domestic fluorite market[34] Strategic Initiatives - The company has focused on digital intelligence development, with ongoing improvements in IoT big data platforms and automated systems[29] - The company has established a professional management system and data benchmarking platform to enhance operational efficiency and cost control[31] - The company has emphasized safety management, implementing comprehensive risk prevention and control measures to maintain stable production[30] - The company plans to establish a joint venture with Baowu Carbon Technology Co., Ltd. to invest in a 300,000-ton tar deep processing project, which is currently under construction[90] - The company will transfer its steel pipe production lines and related assets to Inner Mongolia Baogang Steel Pipe Co., Ltd., with the equity transfer completed during the reporting period[91] Environmental Management - The company is committed to green development, aiming to meet ultra-low emission standards in the steel industry by implementing various environmental control measures[99] - The company has established the first enterprise pollutant discharge permit management platform in the country, enhancing pollution source management and multi-pollutant coordinated control[162] - The company has completed the ultra-low emission transformation of 10 coke ovens and achieved clean transportation by May 19, 2022[161] - The company reported a total of 12,106.208 tons of sulfur dioxide emissions and 5,548.79375 tons of nitrogen oxides emissions in 2022[159] - The company has made significant progress in environmental management, achieving ISO14001 certification across all subsidiaries[162] Governance and Compliance - The company has established a governance structure with a board of directors consisting of 14 members, including 5 independent directors, ensuring compliance with legal requirements[108] - The company has implemented a strict insider information management system to maintain the integrity of its information disclosure practices[110] - The controlling shareholder has adhered to legal regulations to ensure the independence of the company's operations and prevent conflicts of interest[110] - The company has a complete corporate governance structure in place, ensuring that the remuneration of senior management reflects their responsibilities and performance[124] Research and Development - The company invested a total of ¥2.93 billion in R&D, accounting for 4.06% of total revenue[64] - The number of R&D personnel is 1,272, representing 4.52% of the total workforce[65] - The company has emphasized innovation-driven development, with a steady increase in R&D investment and the establishment of research platforms to enhance independent innovation capabilities[102] Employee Engagement - The company has implemented a comprehensive training program, with over 240 training projects launched, aiming to enhance employee skills and capabilities[144] - The company reported a total of 28,156 employees, with 20,832 in the parent company and 3,715 in major subsidiaries[141] - The company has a diverse workforce with various educational backgrounds, including 12 PhDs and 782 master's degree holders[141] Financial Management - The company’s financing primarily relies on bank loans, supplemented by direct financing from the public market[47] - The company has a structured internal control system to mitigate operational risks and ensure compliance with management protocols[151] - The company reported a significant majority in favor of the 2021 annual report, with 25,960,329,678 shares supporting it, which is 99.9283% of the voting shares present[112]