COFC(SZ:000798)2024-07-12 11:05Financial Performance - The estimated net profit attributable to shareholders for the first half of 2024 is projected to be between 62 million and 72 million CNY, representing a decrease of 29.61% to 18.26% compared to the same period last year (after retrospective adjustment) [3] - The estimated net profit after deducting non-recurring gains and losses is projected to be between 60 million and 70 million CNY, indicating an increase of 38.31% to 61.36% compared to the same period last year (after retrospective adjustment) [3] - The basic earnings per share are expected to be between 0.1695 CNY and 0.1968 CNY, compared to 0.2407 CNY for the same period last year (after retrospective adjustment) [3] Factors Affecting Profit - The decrease in net profit is primarily attributed to increased interest expenses due to the acquisition of bank loans related to the restructuring of the fisheries sector in the second half of 2023 [6] Reporting and Estimates - The financial data presented is a preliminary estimate by the company's finance department and will be detailed in the 2024 semi-annual report [7] - The company underwent a merger under common control in 2023, with the merger date being July 31, 2023, leading to retrospective adjustments in the previous year's data [4] - The performance forecast has not been reviewed by the accounting firm [5] - Investors are advised to make cautious decisions and be aware of investment risks due to the preliminary nature of the performance forecast [7]