CNS(601098)2024-04-26 08:32Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for 2023 reached ¥13.61 billion, an increase of 9.21% compared to ¥12.46 billion in 2022[15]. - Net profit attributable to shareholders for 2023 was ¥1.85 billion, reflecting a significant growth of 32.55% from ¥1.40 billion in 2022[15]. - The basic earnings per share for 2023 was ¥1.03, up 32.05% from ¥0.78 in 2022[16]. - The weighted average return on equity increased to 12.41% in 2023, up 2.71 percentage points from 9.70% in 2022[16]. - The total profit reached CNY 1,740,403,600, with a year-on-year growth of 15.22%[30]. - The total operating revenue for 2023 reached CNY 13,613,031,787.85, an increase of 9.21%[30]. - The total comprehensive income for 2023 was CNY 1,950,487,779.82, compared to CNY 1,493,384,883.39 in 2022, reflecting an increase of approximately 30.6%[197]. Dividend and Shareholder Returns - The company plans to distribute a cash dividend of 5.5 CNY per 10 shares, totaling approximately 987.8 million CNY, which represents 53.26% of the net profit attributable to shareholders for 2023[3]. - The cash dividend amount for the current year is 987.8 million, which represents 53.26% of the net profit attributable to ordinary shareholders in the consolidated financial statements[121]. - The total remuneration paid to directors, supervisors, and senior management in 2023 amounted to CNY 16.4568 million[99]. Audit and Compliance - The company has received a standard unqualified audit report from Tianzhi International Accounting Firm[2]. - The board of directors and supervisory board members have confirmed the authenticity, accuracy, and completeness of the annual report[2]. - The company has maintained a strict governance structure, ensuring independence from its controlling shareholder and compliance with relevant laws and regulations[85]. - The audit report confirmed that the financial statements fairly present the financial position and operating results of the company as of December 31, 2023[181]. Risk Management - The company has detailed potential risks in the management discussion and analysis section of the report[4]. - The company has not disclosed any significant events that would affect its operations in the report[4]. - The company has not reported any major risks or dissenting opinions from the supervisory board during the reporting period[113]. Market Position and Growth - The company ranked second in the national comprehensive book retail market with a market share of 3.80%, an increase of 2 positions year-on-year[23]. - The company achieved an operating revenue of 13.613 billion RMB, a year-on-year increase of 9.21%[23]. - The company is focusing on integrating technology into its operations, leveraging AI and cloud computing to drive industry and management upgrades[82]. - The company is actively involved in digital education, focusing on creating a digital product ecosystem and optimizing product structure[27]. Investments and Future Plans - The company plans to invest 244,889.55 million RMB in the construction of the Zhongnan Media Malanshan Park project, which aims to gather new industries such as short video and digital publishing[71]. - The company is exploring new business models and investment plans to safeguard shareholder interests due to market changes and technological updates[159]. - The company plans to expand its market presence through new product launches and technological advancements, aiming for a growth rate of over 10% in the next fiscal year[90]. Employee and Management Structure - The total number of employees in the parent company is 529, while the total number of employees in major subsidiaries is 12,781, resulting in a combined total of 13,310 employees[114]. - The company has established a salary policy that emphasizes the importance of rewarding frontline employees and those with outstanding contributions, while also encouraging innovation teams[116]. - The company has undergone several personnel changes, including the election of new directors and supervisors in 2023[100]. Environmental and Social Responsibility - The company invested 1.42 million yuan in environmental protection during the reporting period[127]. - The company successfully reduced CO₂ emissions by utilizing a 6.5MW solar power station, saving 3,202 tons of standard coal[129]. - The company donated a total of 18.34 million yuan for public welfare projects, including 11.06 million yuan in cash donations[133]. Financial Position - The total assets at the end of 2023 amounted to ¥25.37 billion, representing a 2.22% increase from ¥24.82 billion at the end of 2022[15]. - The company's total liabilities decreased to CNY 9.16 billion in 2023 from CNY 9.37 billion in 2022, reflecting a reduction of about 2.3%[192]. - The total owner's equity rose to CNY 16.20 billion in 2023, compared to CNY 15.45 billion in 2022, reflecting an increase of about 4.9%[192].