People.cn (SH:603000)2024-07-09 10:31Financial Performance - The company expects a net profit attributable to shareholders for the first half of 2024 to be between 10 million and 20 million yuan, a decrease of 60.47 million to 50.47 million yuan compared to the same period last year, representing a year-on-year decline of 85.81% to 71.62%[2] - The net profit attributable to shareholders after deducting non-recurring gains and losses is expected to be between 10.36 million and 20.36 million yuan, a decrease of 13.84 million to 3.84 million yuan compared to the same period last year, representing a year-on-year decline of 57.20% to 15.88%[2] - The total profit for the same period last year was 71.63 million yuan, with a net profit attributable to shareholders of 70.47 million yuan[5] R&D and Operating Profit - The company reported an increase in R&D expenses during the reporting period, leading to a decline in operating profit compared to the same period last year[6] Asset Management - The company did not realize any asset disposal gains in the current period, unlike the previous year when it recorded an investment income of 37.12 million yuan from the transfer of 40% of its shares in Western New Industry[6] - The fair value of the financial assets held by the company decreased year-on-year, and losses from joint ventures and associates expanded, contributing to the decline in net profit[6] Earnings Forecast and Investment Risks - The earnings forecast is based on preliminary calculations and has not been audited by a registered accountant[8] - Investors are advised to pay attention to investment risks as the final financial data will be disclosed in the official half-year report[8]