STAR LAKE SCIENCE(SH:600866)2024-07-09 09:19Financial Performance Forecast - The company expects to achieve a net profit attributable to shareholders of 480-530 million yuan for the first half of 2024, representing an estimated growth of approximately 108.54%-130.26% compared to the same period last year[3]. - The total profit is projected to be between 620-670 million yuan, indicating a year-on-year increase of 110.70%-127.69%[5]. - The net profit after deducting non-recurring gains and losses is anticipated to be 500-550 million yuan, with a growth rate of approximately 113.39%-134.73% compared to the previous year[5]. - The basic earnings per share are expected to be between 0.2889 yuan and 0.3190 yuan, compared to 0.1385 yuan per share in the same period last year[5]. Factors Influencing Profit - The increase in profit is attributed to strong sales volume of the main products, which offset the decline in sales prices due to market conditions[6]. - The company has experienced a decrease in raw material prices and improved production metrics, contributing to lower sales costs and increased profits[6]. Caution and Uncertainties - The financial data provided is preliminary and has not been audited by registered accountants, and investors are advised to exercise caution[7]. - The company has not identified any significant uncertainties that could affect the accuracy of the earnings forecast as of the announcement date[7]. Reporting Period and Disclosure - The performance forecast covers the period from January 1, 2024, to June 30, 2024[4]. - The final and accurate financial data will be disclosed in the official 2024 semi-annual report[8].