洁美科技(002859) - 2024 Q2 - 季度财报

Part I Important Notes, Table of Contents, and Definitions The board, supervisory board, and senior management guarantee the accuracy and completeness of the semi-annual report, with no plans for cash dividends, bonus shares, or capital increase from reserves Important Notes The board, supervisory board, and senior management guarantee the truthfulness, accuracy, and completeness of the semi-annual report content - The company's Board of Directors, Supervisory Board, and senior management guarantee the truthfulness, accuracy, and completeness of the semi-annual report content[2] - The company plans not to distribute cash dividends, send bonus shares, or convert capital reserves into share capital[2] Table of Contents This section lists the report's overall structure, covering ten main chapters including company profile, MD&A, corporate governance, and financial reports List of Reference Documents This section lists the company's reference documents for the reporting period, including financial statements and original public disclosure documents, available at the Board of Directors' office - Reference documents include financial statements signed by the company's负责人 (person in charge),主管会计工作负责人 (head of accounting work), and会计机构负责人 (head of accounting department), original copies of all company documents publicly disclosed on the website designated by the China Securities Regulatory Commission during the reporting period, and the original text of the 2024 semi-annual report signed by the company's legal representative[4] - The reference documents are available at the company's Board of Directors' office[4] Definitions This section defines common terms used in the report, including company names, major subsidiaries, controlling shareholders, and related parties, to aid reader comprehension - "Company", "the Company", "Jiemei Technology" refers to Zhejiang Jiemei Electronic Technology Co., Ltd[5] - "Zhejiang Yuanlong" refers to Zhejiang Yuanlong Equity Investment Management Group Co., Ltd., which is the company's controlling shareholder[5] - "Reporting Period", "End of Reporting Period" refers to January 1, 2024 to June 30, 2024, and June 30, 2024, respectively[5] Part II Company Profile and Key Financial Indicators This section provides the company's basic information and key financial performance metrics for the reporting period Company Profile This section provides basic company information, including stock ticker, code, listing exchange, company names, and legal representative Company Basic Information | Indicator | Content | | :--- | :--- | | Stock Abbreviation | Jiemei Technology | | Stock Code | 002859 | | Stock Exchange | Shenzhen Stock Exchange | | Company's Chinese Name | 浙江洁美电子科技股份有限公司 | | Company's Legal Representative | Fang Junyun | Contact Persons and Information This section lists contact details for the company's Board Secretary and Securities Affairs Representative, including names, phone numbers, and email addresses Company Contact Information | Position | Name | Contact Phone | Email | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Board Secretary | Zhang Jungang | 0571-87759593 | jm001450@zjjm.cn/002859@zjjm.cn | | Securities Affairs Representative | Ou Rongfang | 0571-87759593 | jm000272@zjjm.cn/002859@zjjm.cn | Other Information The company's registered address, office address, website, email, and information disclosure locations remained unchanged during the reporting period, as detailed in the 2023 annual report - The company's registered address, office address, website, email, and other information remained unchanged during the reporting period[9] - The location for information disclosure and document storage remained unchanged during the reporting period[10] Key Accounting Data and Financial Indicators During the reporting period, the company achieved year-on-year growth in operating revenue, net profit attributable to shareholders, non-recurring net profit, and net cash flow from operating activities, with changes in total assets and net assets attributable to shareholders Key Accounting Data and Financial Indicators (Current Reporting Period vs. Prior Year) | Indicator | Current Reporting Period (RMB) | Prior Year (RMB) | Year-on-Year Change (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Operating Revenue | 839,274,250.04 | 712,776,244.00 | 17.75 | | Net Profit Attributable to Listed Company Shareholders | 121,267,962.91 | 100,319,534.45 | 20.88 | | Net Profit Attributable to Listed Company Shareholders (Excluding Non-Recurring Gains/Losses) | 118,294,020.45 | 98,871,862.51 | 19.64 | | Net Cash Flow from Operating Activities | 136,390,796.09 | 79,037,873.16 | 72.56 | | Basic Earnings Per Share (RMB/share) | 0.28 | 0.23 | 21.74 | | Diluted Earnings Per Share (RMB/share) | 0.28 | 0.23 | 21.74 | | Weighted Average Return on Net Assets | 4.06% | 3.54% | 0.52% | | Period-End Indicators | Current Reporting Period-End (RMB) | Prior Year-End (RMB) | Period-End vs. Prior Year-End Change (%) | | Total Assets | 5,416,703,186.78 | 5,151,369,379.25 | 5.15 | | Net Assets Attributable to Listed Company Shareholders | 2,909,780,461.43 | 2,978,753,756.75 | -2.32 | Differences in Accounting Data Under Domestic and Overseas Accounting Standards The company reported no differences in net profit and net assets between financial reports prepared under international or overseas accounting standards and Chinese accounting standards during the reporting period - The company reported no differences in net profit and net assets between financial reports disclosed under international accounting standards and Chinese accounting standards during the reporting period[13] - The company reported no differences in net profit and net assets between financial reports disclosed under overseas accounting standards and Chinese accounting standards during the reporting period[14] Non-Recurring Gains and Losses and Amounts The company's total non-recurring gains and losses for the reporting period amounted to RMB 2,973,942.46, primarily from government subsidies and other non-operating income and expenses, net of income tax impact Non-Recurring Gains and Losses and Amounts | Item | Amount (RMB) | | :--- | :--- | | Gains or losses from disposal of non-current assets | -34,925.87 | | Government grants recognized in current profit or loss (excluding those closely related to normal business operations, compliant with national policies, and with continuous impact) | 3,470,086.22 | | Other non-operating income and expenses apart from the above | 63,347.31 | | Less: Income tax impact | 524,565.20 | | Total | 2,973,942.46 | - The company has not reclassified any non-recurring gains and losses listed in "Interpretive Announcement No. 1 on Information Disclosure by Companies Issuing Securities to the Public—Non-Recurring Gains and Losses" as recurring gains and losses[16] Part III Management Discussion and Analysis This section provides an in-depth analysis of the company's business operations, financial condition, and future outlook Company's Main Business Activities During the Reporting Period The company primarily engages in R&D, production, and sales of thin carrier tapes for electronic components, benefiting from increased demand and achieving stable growth through strategic optimization, technological innovation, and product structure adjustment Industry Overview During the Reporting Period The company operates in the electronic components industry, benefiting from global digitalization, "new infrastructure," and "dual carbon" goals, with strong growth in China's electronic information manufacturing sector in H1 2024 - The company operates in the electronic components industry, with products widely used in integrated circuits, chip electronic components, semiconductors, optoelectronic displays, and new energy fields[17] - Accelerated global digitalization, coupled with "new infrastructure" policies and "dual carbon" goals, drives demand in 5G networks, cloud computing, data center construction, new energy vehicles, and AR/VR markets, laying the foundation for industry development[17] 2024 H1 Key Indicators for Electronic Information Manufacturing | Indicator | Year-on-Year Growth | | :--- | :--- | | Value Added of Electronic Information Manufacturing Above Designated Size | 13.3% | | Cumulative Export Delivery Value of Electronic Information Manufacturing Above Designated Size | 0.4% | | Laptop Export Volume | 2.5% | | Mobile Phone Export Volume | 4.9% | | Integrated Circuit Export Volume | 9.5% | | Operating Revenue of Electronic Information Manufacturing Above Designated Size | 8% | | Total Profit of Electronic Information Manufacturing Above Designated Size | 24% | Company's Main Business, Products, and Uses The company's main products include thin carrier tapes, packaging tapes, electronic-grade films (release film, cast film), and IC trays, serving electronic component assembly, manufacturing transfer, polarizer production, and new energy materials - The company's main business includes electronic packaging thin carrier tapes (paper carrier tapes, plastic carrier tapes), electronic packaging tapes (upper tapes, lower tapes, cover tapes), electronic-grade film materials (release films, cast films, etc.), and chip carrier trays (IC-tray)[18] - Products are widely used in integrated circuits, electronic components, polarizers, new energy, electric vehicles, and other emerging fields[18] - The company is committed to becoming a one-stop service and overall solution provider for electronic component packaging and process consumables globally, and a leading enterprise in functional film materials, electronic chemicals, and new energy-related materials[18] Company's Business Model The company operates with a parent company and subsidiaries collaborating, employing centralized procurement for main raw materials, "production-to-order with moderate inventory" for manufacturing, and order-based sales for both domestic and international markets - Procurement model: Main raw materials are centrally procured, while auxiliary materials are procured in real-time[19] - Production model: Adopts "production-to-order with moderate inventory"[19] - Sales model: Primarily order-based sales, divided into domestic and export sales[19] Company's Competitive Position in the Industry The company holds a leading position in thin carrier tapes, release films, and cast films, demonstrating significant competitive advantages through continuous R&D, product quality, stable customer base, and talent reserves - The company's core strengths are continuous technological R&D innovation, guaranteed product quality, stable customer resources, and strong talent and technology reserves[20] - The company is at the forefront of the industry in design and manufacturing levels, sales scale, and supporting service capabilities for electronic component thin carrier tapes, release films, and cast films, holding an advantageous position in industry competition[20] Company's Operating Performance In H1 2024, the company saw a rebound in orders driven by new energy, smart manufacturing, 5G, and AI, achieving stable revenue and net profit growth through optimized layout, smart manufacturing, product mix adjustment, and increased high-end customer share - In the first half of 2024, the company's order volume continued to rebound and remained stable, with rapid growth in the production and sales of high-value-added products and a steady increase in high-end customer share[21] 2024 H1 Key Financial Performance | Indicator | Amount (RMB 10,000) | Year-on-Year Growth (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Total Operating Revenue | 83,927.43 | 17.75 | | Net Profit Attributable to Listed Company Shareholders | 12,126.80 | 20.88 | | Net Profit Attributable to Listed Company Shareholders (Excluding Non-Recurring Gains/Losses) | 11,829.40 | 19.64 | - In the paper carrier tape segment, the company's fifth production line for electronic-grade base paper is operating well in trial production, the technical upgrade project at the Jiangxi production base is progressing as planned, and the adhesive tape capacity expansion project has reached an annual capacity of 3.25 million rolls[22] - In the plastic carrier tape segment, the company has achieved independent production of precision molds and raw materials, strengthened customer development in semiconductor packaging and testing, added new production equipment and roller machine production lines, further increasing capacity[22] - In the release film segment, the company successfully developed low-roughness MLCC release films and mid-to-high-end polarizer release films, achieving stable bulk supply to major customers; the South China R&D headquarters base project is operating well in trial production, the North China R&D headquarters base project's main construction is progressing smoothly, and the construction of production bases in the Philippines and Malaysia is accelerating[23] - In the cast film segment, the company's phase one cast film project is operating at full capacity and sales, with continuous growth in orders for cast films used in aluminum-plastic films, and gradual introduction of optoelectronic display cast films to tier-one brand customers; the phase two cast film project has successfully entered trial production, and total capacity will double upon reaching full production[24] Analysis of Core Competencies The company's core competencies lie in technology R&D, customer resources, supply chain extension, and brand building, enabling it to maintain a leading position in electronic component packaging and process consumables Technological and R&D Advantages As a high-tech enterprise, the company holds 227 domestic and 11 international patents, mastering core technologies in carrier tape manufacturing, film production, and participates in national industry standards, earning multiple national and provincial honors - As of June 30, 2024, the company and its subsidiaries hold 227 valid domestic patents (including 61 invention patents), 11 valid foreign invention patents, and 8 software copyrights[25] - The company possesses multiple core technologies, including "carrier tape base paper manufacturing technology", "paper carrier tape punching technology", "paper carrier tape pressing technology", "cover tape manufacturing technology", "plastic carrier tape integrated molding technology", "MLCC release film (transfer tape) coating technology", "cast film manufacturing technology", and "polyester base film forming technology"[25] - The company is a developer of three national light industry standards, including "Paperboard for Carrier Tape Packaging", and one green product design standard, and has been recognized as a sixth batch manufacturing single champion demonstration enterprise and a key enterprise research institute in Zhejiang Province[26] Customer Advantages The company's products have received high customer recognition, forming a strong customer base including Samsung Electro-Mechanics, Murata Manufacturing, Infineon, and Huatian Technology, fostering long-term partnerships and earning "excellent supplier" awards, which supports business expansion and new product development - The company's major customers in the passive components sector include Samsung Electro-Mechanics, Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd., Panasonic Corporation, Taiyo Yuden, Walsin Technology, Yageo Corporation, Fenghua Advanced Technology, Sanhuan Group, and Sunlord Electronics[27] - In the semiconductor sector, major customers include Infineon, Huatian Technology, Shanghai Rirong, Sanan Optoelectronics, Yongsi Electronics, and Nexperia[27] - The company has received awards such as "Excellent Supplier" and "2021 Best Supplier Award Special Prize" from Samsung Korea, "Excellent Partner" from Murata Japan, and "2023 Best Support Supplier" from Huatian Technology[27] Supply Chain Extension Advantages The company benefits from both horizontal and vertical integration, offering a one-stop solution for various carrier tapes and films, while also self-producing key raw materials for thin carrier tapes and developing an integrated release film supply chain to control costs and ensure quality - Horizontal integration advantage: The company is the only comprehensive supporting manufacturer in China that integrates the production of slitting carrier tapes, punched carrier tapes, pressed carrier tapes, cover tapes, plastic carrier tapes, and release films, providing one-stop overall solutions for downstream customers[28] - Vertical integration advantage: The company has mastered the production technology and process for thin carrier tape base paper, achieved self-production of key raw materials for plastic carrier tapes, and is actively building an integrated release film industry chain, promoting the construction of a release film base film (BOPET film) project[29] - Supply chain extension effectively ensures stable raw material supply, controls production costs, and enhances core product competitiveness[29] Brand Advantages With over two decades of development, the company has built a strong brand image, recognized as a Zhejiang Province Export Brand and Semiconductor Industry Benchmark, with trademarks registered in North America and Southeast Asia to expand global influence - The company has been recognized as a Zhejiang Province Export Brand Enterprise and a Zhejiang Province Semiconductor Industry Benchmark Enterprise[30] - The company has completed trademark registration in North America, Southeast Asia, and other countries and regions to expand its brand influence[30] Analysis of Main Business The company's main business revenue grew by 17.75% year-on-year, driven by the electronic information industry, with thin carrier tapes as the primary revenue source, and significant growth in packaging tapes and IC trays, while both domestic and international sales increased, with international sales growing faster Year-on-Year Changes in Key Financial Data Operating revenue increased by 17.75%, and operating costs by 11.89%. Financial expenses surged by 133.48% due to lower net exchange gains. R&D investment grew by 39.11% for new materials, and net cash flow from operating activities rose by 72.56% due to revenue growth and timely accounts receivable collection Key Financial Data Year-on-Year Changes | Indicator | Current Reporting Period (RMB) | Prior Year (RMB) | Year-on-Year Change (%) | Reason for Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Operating Revenue | 839,274,250.04 | 712,776,244.00 | 17.75 | | | Operating Cost | 532,789,223.36 | 476,155,890.04 | 11.89 | | | Selling Expenses | 15,278,928.86 | 14,118,844.35 | 8.22 | | | Administrative Expenses | 72,847,520.99 | 65,375,579.54 | 11.43 | | | Financial Expenses | 7,125,453.79 | -21,281,541.40 | 133.48 | Primarily due to a year-on-year decrease in net exchange gains within financial expenses, affected by exchange rate fluctuations during the reporting period | | Income Tax Expense | 7,985,519.75 | 12,048,414.99 | -33.72 | Primarily due to a decrease in deferred income tax assets in the prior year | | R&D Investment | 73,416,969.69 | 52,776,238.80 | 39.11 | Primarily due to increased R&D and trial production investment in high-end polyester films and other new electronic-grade film materials for domestic substitution during the reporting period | | Net Cash Flow from Operating Activities | 136,390,796.09 | 79,037,873.16 | 72.56 | Primarily due to year-on-year growth in operating revenue and timely collection of accounts receivable during the reporting period | | Net Cash Flow from Financing Activities | 187,750,006.48 | -162,645,353.65 | 215.44 | Primarily due to an increase in long-term loans during the reporting period, while the prior year saw early repayment of some loans for completed and operational projects | | Net Increase in Cash and Cash Equivalents | 94,703,672.93 | -313,402,348.39 | 130.22 | Primarily due to year-on-year growth in operating revenue and timely collection of accounts receivable during the reporting period | Composition of Operating Revenue Company operating revenue primarily derived from the electronic information industry, accounting for 96.13%. By product, electronic packaging thin carrier tapes contributed 71.36% of revenue, with significant growth in electronic packaging tapes and IC trays. By region, domestic sales accounted for 73.35% and international sales for 26.65%, with international sales growing faster Operating Revenue Composition (Current Reporting Period) | Category | Item | Amount (RMB) | Proportion of Operating Revenue (%) | Prior Year Amount (RMB) | Prior Year Proportion of Operating Revenue (%) | Year-on-Year Change (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Total | Total Operating Revenue | 839,274,250.04 | 100 | 712,776,244.00 | 100 | 17.75 | | By Industry | Electronic Information Industry | 806,779,670.70 | 96.13 | 687,661,409.89 | 96.48 | 17.32 | | | Other | 32,494,579.34 | 3.87 | 25,114,834.11 | 3.52 | 29.38 | | By Product | Electronic Packaging Thin Carrier Tapes | 598,944,085.93 | 71.36 | 523,091,870.24 | 73.40 | 14.50 | | | Electronic Packaging Tapes | 125,771,591.91 | 14.99 | 97,040,475.12 | 13.61 | 29.61 | | | Electronic-Grade Film Materials | 71,737,942.02 | 8.55 | 60,586,098.29 | 8.50 | 18.41 | | | Chip Carrier Trays (IC-tray) | 9,919,269.80 | 1.18 | 6,863,941.70 | 0.96 | 44.51 | | | Other | 32,901,360.38 | 3.92 | 25,193,858.65 | 3.53 | 30.59 | | By Region | Domestic Sales | 615,607,971.90 | 73.35 | 536,932,420.10 | 75.33 | 14.65 | | | Export Sales | 223,666,278.14 | 26.65 | 175,843,823.90 | 24.67 | 27.20 | Industries, Products, or Regions Accounting for Over 10% of Company's Operating Revenue or Operating Profit | Category | Item | Operating Revenue (RMB) | Operating Cost (RMB) | Gross Margin (%) | Operating Revenue Year-on-Year Change (%) | Operating Cost Year-on-Year Change (%) | Gross Margin Year-on-Year Change (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | By Industry | Electronic Information Industry | 806,779,670.70 | 501,669,085.80 | 37.82 | 17.32 | 10.26 | 3.99 | | By Product | Electronic Packaging Thin Carrier Tapes | 598,944,085.93 | 351,858,851.90 | 41.25 | 14.50 | 7.93 | 3.57 | | | Electronic Packaging Tapes | 125,771,591.91 | 72,606,419.59 | 42.27 | 29.61 | 14.62 | 7.55 | | By Region | Domestic Sales | 615,607,971.90 | 398,154,462.82 | 35.32 | 14.65 | 9.24 | 3.20 | | | Export Sales | 223,666,278.14 | 134,634,760.54 | 39.81 | 27.20 | 20.56 | 3.32 | Analysis of Non-Core Business Non-core business activities, including investment income, asset impairment, non-operating income/expenses, and other income, had a minor and typically non-recurring impact on total profit during the reporting period Impact of Non-Core Business on Total Profit | Item | Amount (RMB) | Proportion of Total Profit (%) | Explanation | Sustainability | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Investment Income | -866,362.02 | -0.67 | Primarily from long-term equity investment income accounted for using the equity method | No | | Asset Impairment | -1,825,371.58 | -1.41 | Primarily from provision for doubtful accounts on accounts receivable | No | | Non-Operating Income | 586,017.69 | 0.45 | Primarily from insurance claim income | No | | Non-Operating Expenses | 566,125.45 | 0.44 | Primarily from external donations | No | | Gains from Asset Disposal | 8,529.20 | 0.01 | Primarily from gains on disposal of fixed assets | No | | Other Income | 5,718,260.70 | 4.42 | Primarily from government subsidies related to enterprise production and operations | No | Analysis of Assets and Liabilities At the end of the reporting period, the company's total assets and net assets attributable to shareholders changed. Cash, short-term borrowings, and long-term borrowings increased as a percentage of total assets, with long-term borrowings showing the largest increase. The company disclosed fair value financial assets and liabilities, and detailed asset restrictions Significant Changes in Asset Composition At the end of the reporting period, total assets increased by 5.15% year-on-year. Cash, short-term borrowings, and long-term borrowings increased as a percentage of total assets, with long-term borrowings showing the largest increase of 4.82%. Net assets attributable to shareholders slightly decreased Significant Changes in Asset Composition (Current Reporting Period-End vs. Prior Year-End) | Item | Current Reporting Period-End Amount (RMB) | Proportion of Total Assets (%) | Prior Year-End Amount (RMB) | Proportion of Total Assets (%) | Change in Proportion (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Cash and Bank Balances | 664,415,361.28 | 12.27 | 569,711,688.35 | 11.06 | 1.21 | | Accounts Receivable | 533,259,628.33 | 9.84 | 507,121,028.84 | 9.84 | 0.00 | | Inventories | 388,989,442.98 | 7.18 | 392,741,113.94 | 7.62 | -0.44 | | Fixed Assets | 2,834,093,467.39 | 52.32 | 2,708,387,800.06 | 52.58 | -0.26 | | Construction in Progress | 439,523,941.60 | 8.11 | 456,712,663.93 | 8.87 | -0.76 | | Right-of-Use Assets | 19,133,870.51 | 0.35 | 7,037,079.57 | 0.14 | 0.21 | | Short-Term Borrowings | 562,073,175.22 | 10.38 | 461,970,540.89 | 8.97 | 1.41 | | Long-Term Borrowings | 888,384,999.90 | 16.40 | 596,746,431.65 | 11.58 | 4.82 | | Lease Liabilities | 12,576,964.88 | 0.23 | 3,256,865.27 | 0.06 | 0.17 | Major Overseas Assets The company had no major overseas assets during the reporting period - The company had no major overseas assets during the reporting period[36] Assets and Liabilities Measured at Fair Value At the end of the reporting period, the company's financial assets measured at fair value totaled RMB 113,396,555.50, primarily comprising other non-current financial assets and accounts receivable financing. The decrease in other non-current financial assets was due to equity transfer distribution, while accounts receivable financing decreased due to endorsement or collection of bank acceptance bills Assets and Liabilities Measured at Fair Value | Item | Beginning Balance (RMB) | Fair Value Change Gain/Loss for Current Period (RMB) | Cumulative Fair Value Change Included in Equity (RMB) | Impairment Provision for Current Period (RMB) | Purchase Amount for Current Period (RMB) | Sale Amount for Current Period (RMB) | Other Changes (RMB) | Ending Balance (RMB) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Subtotal of Financial Assets | 93,298,882.00 | | | | | | -67,933.18 | 93,230,948.82 | | Accounts Receivable Financing | 35,314,221.76 | | | | | | -15,148,615.08 | 20,165,606.68 | | Total Above | 128,613,103.76 | | | | | | -15,216,548.26 | 113,396,555.50 | - Other changes in other non-current financial assets for the current period were due to the equity transfer distribution of Zhejiang Huixin Digital Intelligence Venture Capital Partnership (Limited Partnership), resulting in a principal repayment of RMB 67,933.18[36] - Other changes in accounts receivable financing for the current period were primarily due to endorsement transfer or collection of bank acceptance bills upon maturity[36] Asset Restrictions at the End of the Reporting Period At the end of the reporting period, certain cash, fixed assets, and intangible assets were restricted, primarily pledged for guarantees and ETC accounts or mortgaged for loans, totaling RMB 317,610,760.50 in book value Asset Restrictions | Item | Period-End Book Balance (RMB) | Period-End Book Value (RMB) | Restriction Type | Reason for Restriction | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Cash and Bank Balances | 152,774.65 | 152,774.65 | Pledge | Pledged for opening letters of guarantee and ETC accounts | | Fixed Assets | 225,992,733.50 | 222,414,515.20 | Mortgage | Mortgaged for loans | | Intangible Assets | 98,738,617.00 | 95,043,470.65 | Mortgage | Mortgaged for loans | | Total | 324,884,125.15 | 317,610,760.50 | | | Analysis of Investment Status During the reporting period, the company's total investment was RMB 229,348,888.08, a 9.73% decrease year-on-year. The company continued to advance several significant non-equity investment projects, including R&D bases and production lines, primarily funded by self-raised capital and bank loans Overall Situation The company's total investment for the reporting period was RMB 229,348,888.08, a 9.73% decrease compared to the same period last year Reporting Period Investment Amount | Indicator | Amount (RMB) | | :--- | :--- | | Investment Amount for Current Reporting Period | 229,348,888.08 | | Investment Amount for Prior Year | 254,079,933.35 | | Change Percentage | -9.73% | Significant Equity Investments Acquired During the Reporting Period The company made no significant equity investments during the reporting period - The company had no securities investments during the reporting period[41] Significant Non-Equity Investments in Progress During the Reporting Period The company is undertaking several major non-equity investment projects, including R&D bases in South China and North China, a paper and plastic carrier tape project, and the second phase of the base film project, with a cumulative investment of RMB 721,485,361.26, funded by self-raised capital and bank loans Significant Non-Equity Investments in Progress During the Reporting Period | Project Name | Investment Method | Industry Involved | Investment Amount for Current Reporting Period (RMB) | Cumulative Actual Investment Amount as of Reporting Period-End (RMB) | Funding Source | Project Progress (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Plant Construction and Equipment Installation Project - Guangdong Electric Material Company Science South China R&D Headquarters Base Project | Self-built | Electronic Information | 16,049,886.13 | 399,424,292.70 | Self-raised, financial institution loans | 78.00 | | Plant Construction Project - Jiangxi Jiemei Company Annual Production of 175,000 Tons of Paper and Plastic Carrier Tape Project | Self-built | Electronic Information | 47,511,270.41 | 132,567,764.54 | Self-raised | 30.00 | | Plant Construction Project - Tianjin Electric Material Company North China R&D Headquarters Base Project | Self-built | Electronic Information | 43,902,318.20 | 97,630,669.47 | Self-raised, financial institution loans | 6.00 | | Plant Construction Project - Company Infrastructure and Supporting Projects (Base Film Project Phase II) | Self-built | Electronic Information | 14,505,180.86 | 42,293,314.17 | Self-raised, financial institution loans | 98.00 | | Equipment Installation Project - Company Infrastructure and Supporting Projects (Base Film Project Phase II) | Self-built | Electronic Information | 23,541,732.19 | 49,569,320.38 | Self-raised, financial institution loans | 9.00 | | Total | | | 145,510,387.79 | 721,485,361.26 | | | Financial Asset Investments The company had no securities or derivative investments during the reporting period - The company had no securities investments during the reporting period[41] - The company had no derivative investments during the reporting period[41] Use of Raised Funds The company had no use of raised funds during the reporting period - The company had no use of raised funds during the reporting period[41] Significant Asset and Equity Disposals The company did not undertake any significant asset or equity disposals during the reporting period - The company did not sell any significant assets during the reporting period[42] - The company did not sell any significant equity during the reporting period[43] Analysis of Major Holding and Participating Companies The company owns multiple wholly-owned subsidiaries engaged in R&D, manufacturing, sales, and import/export of thin carrier tapes, electronic-grade paper, and release films, forming a comprehensive industrial layout. No subsidiaries were acquired or disposed of during the reporting period Major Subsidiary Information (Participating Companies with over 10% Impact on Company's Net Profit) | Company Name | Company Type | Main Business | Registered Capital (RMB) | Total Assets (RMB) | Net Assets (RMB) | Operating Revenue (RMB) | Net Profit (RMB) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Jiangxi Jiemei Electronic Information Materials Co., Ltd. | Subsidiary | R&D, manufacturing, sales of thin carrier tape base paper and thin carrier tapes for chip electronic components | 100,000,000 | 422,542,781.17 | 292,451,661.74 | 162,978,704.69 | 13,388,344.97 | | Zhejiang Jiemei Electronic Information Materials Co., Ltd. | Subsidiary | R&D, production, and sales of thin paper carrier tapes for chip electronic components | 400,000,000 | 1,102,750,459.61 | 652,427,000.90 | 350,012,374.00 | 43,418,242.10 | | Guangdong Jiemei Electronic Information Materials Co., Ltd. | Subsidiary | R&D, manufacturing, sales of thin carrier tapes and release films for electronic components | 200,000,000 | 489,750,561.13 | 187,486,397.03 | 8,453,343.14 | -7,298,220.03 | | Zhejiang Jiemei Semiconductor Materials Co., Ltd. | Subsidiary | R&D, production, sales of chip carrier trays (IC-tray) and other semiconductor-related materials | 13,000,000 | 23,098,404.64 | 14,775,743.17 | 10,758,925.93 | 1,161,501.66 | | Tianjin Jiemei Electronic Information Materials Co., Ltd. | Subsidiary | R&D, manufacturing, sales of thin carrier tapes and release films for electronic components | 100,000,000 | 142,771,605.19 | 97,080,063.22 | 0.00 | -258,485.09 | - Jiangxi Jiemei Electronic Information Materials Co., Ltd. is primarily responsible for the development and production of electronic-grade base paper and paper carrier tapes[45] - Jiemei (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. is primarily responsible for the company's Southeast Asian business, covering Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand, and the Philippines, enabling local supply to customers in the region[49] - Guangdong Jiemei Electronic Information Materials Co., Ltd. is primarily responsible for the South China regional business, enabling local supply to customers in the South China region[50] - Tianjin Jiemei Electronic Information Materials Co., Ltd. is primarily responsible for the North China regional business, enabling local supply to customers in the North China region[53] Structured Entities Controlled by the Company The company did not control any structured entities during the reporting period - The company did not control any structured entities during the reporting period[54] Risks Faced by the Company and Countermeasures The company faces risks from external macroeconomic uncertainties, raw material price fluctuations, and exchange rate volatility. To mitigate these, it diversifies business, optimizes procurement, strengthens internal management, and utilizes financial tools - Risk of external macroeconomic uncertainty and changes in industry operating environment: Global economic fluctuations may lead to a decrease in electronic product production and sales, affecting the company's operations. The company will accelerate the development of plastic carrier tape, release film, and cast film businesses, improve product quality, and provide one-stop solutions[54] - Risk of major raw material price fluctuations: Prices of bulk commodities such as wood pulp, PET film, and PC particles are highly volatile due to macroeconomic factors like exchange rates and international crude oil prices. The company mitigates costs by signing long-term procurement agreements, comparing spot and futures prices, optimizing procurement timing, increasing the proportion of low-cost pulp, and enhancing paper edge recycling, while adjusting product prices based on raw material fluctuations[55][56] - Risk of exchange rate fluctuations: The company's export revenue and imported raw material purchases are settled in USD, and exchange rate fluctuations impact product prices, operating revenue, costs, and exchange gains/losses. The company addresses this by choosing high-yield USD deposit schemes, converting some USD sales revenue to RMB settlement, and adjusting product pricing based on exchange rate fluctuations[57] "Quality and Return Dual Improvement" Action Plan Implementation The company did not disclose an announcement regarding the "Quality and Return Dual Improvement" action plan - The company did not disclose an announcement regarding the "Quality and Return Dual Improvement" action plan[58] Part IV Corporate Governance This section details the company's corporate governance structure, including shareholder meetings, management changes, profit distribution, and incentive plans Information on Annual and Extraordinary General Meetings Held During the Reporting Period The company held its 2023 Annual General Meeting on May 6, 2024, with 52.88% investor participation, and the resolutions were disclosed on May 7, 2024. No requests for extraordinary general meetings from preferred shareholders with restored voting rights occurred Shareholder Meetings During the Reporting Period | Session | Meeting Type | Investor Participation (%) | Meeting Date | Disclosure Date | Meeting Resolution | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | 2023 Annual General Meeting | Annual General Meeting | 52.88 | May 06, 2024 | May 07, 2024 | Resolution Announcement of the 2023 Annual General Meeting | - The company had no requests from preferred shareholders with restored voting rights to convene an extraordinary general meeting during the reporting period[60] Changes in Directors, Supervisors, and Senior Management There were no changes in the company's directors, supervisors, or senior management during the reporting period, as detailed in the 2023 annual report - The company's directors, supervisors, and senior management experienced no changes during the reporting period[60] Profit Distribution and Capital Reserve Conversion to Share Capital for the Reporting Period The company plans no cash dividends, bonus shares, or capital reserve conversions to share capital for the semi-annual period - The company plans no cash dividends, bonus shares, or capital reserve conversions to share capital for the semi-annual period[61] Implementation of Equity Incentive Plans, Employee Stock Ownership Plans, or Other Employee Incentive Measures The company implemented equity incentive and employee stock ownership plans during the reporting period. The 2021 restricted stock incentive plan was terminated and repurchased in 2024. The second phase of the employee stock ownership plan's lock-up period expired and its duration was extended to January 12, 2025 - The 2021 Restricted Stock Incentive Plan was terminated on April 12, 2024, following review and approval by the Board of Directors and Supervisory Board, and 1.9104 million restricted shares that had been granted but not yet unlocked were repurchased and cancelled[63] - On July 3, 2024, the company completed the repurchase and cancellation procedures at China Securities Depository and Clearing Corporation Limited Shenzhen Branch, changing the company's total share capital to 430,911,905 shares[64] - The lock-up period for the company's second phase employee stock ownership plan expired on January 12, 2023, and as of the end of the reporting period, it held a total of 1,151,904 shares[68] - The duration of the company's second phase employee stock ownership plan has been extended twice, most recently until January 12, 2025, based on confidence in the company's future development, capital market conditions, and the company's stock price[68][69] Part V Environmental and Social Responsibility This section outlines the company's commitment and actions regarding environmental protection and social welfare Significant Environmental Issues The company and some subsidiaries are key polluters but faced no penalties for violations during the reporting period, strictly adhering to environmental laws, holding valid permits, and implementing advanced waste gas and wastewater treatment systems with over 90% wastewater reuse. Environmental protection expenses and taxes totaled RMB 7.78 million, with efforts to reduce carbon emissions through energy efficiency and solar installations - The company's wholly-owned subsidiaries, Zhejiang Jiemei Electric Material and Jiangxi Jiemei Electric Material, are key polluting units designated by environmental protection authorities[71] - The company strictly adheres to environmental laws and regulations in its daily production and operations, with no penalties for violations during the reporting period[71] - The company uses RTO devices to treat organic waste gas, achieving over 98% treatment efficiency; wastewater treatment employs physical-chemical-biochemical-advanced treatment processes, and a reclaimed water reuse system is built, achieving over 90% comprehensive wastewater reuse rate[74] - The company's environmental governance, protection, and environmental tax payments totaled RMB 7.78 million during the reporting period[74] - The company further reduces electricity consumption and carbon emissions through measures such as energy efficiency assessments, installing automatic variable frequency flow refrigeration systems, renovating workshop chilled water systems, installing photovoltaic facilities on available rooftops, and replacing Roots blowers with magnetic levitation blowers in wastewater treatment aeration systems[74] Social Responsibility The company prioritizes environmental protection, adhering to ISO14001, investing in green production, and was recognized as a "Waste-Free Factory" in Zhejiang. In public relations and social welfare, the company actively contributes to society, donating RMB 0.5 million to Anji County High School Education Foundation and assisting villagers in need - The company has obtained ISO14001 management system certification and established relevant management systems to standardize environmental management work[76] - The company's environmental policy is "consciously abide by regulations, actively prevent pollution, rationally save energy and reduce consumption, and continuously improve the environment," and it was selected as one of the first "Waste-Free Factories" in Zhejiang Province at the end of 2021[76] - In February 2024, the company donated RMB 0.5 million to the Anji County High School Education Foundation and provided慰问金 (condolence money) to villagers in need in Fudong Village Committee, Fenggang Town, Yihuang County[77] Part VI Significant Matters This section covers important events and commitments, including shareholder undertakings, related party transactions, and litigation Commitments Fulfilled and Overdue Unfulfilled by Controlling Shareholder, Shareholders, Related Parties, Acquirers, and the Company During and as of the End of the Reporting Period The company's controlling shareholder Fang Junyun, director Deng Shuiyan, and other related parties fulfilled their commitments regarding share lock-up, non-reduction, funding sources, and non-compete clauses during the reporting period, with no overdue unfulfilled commitments as of the period end - The company's actual controller, Fang Junyun, committed that during his tenure as a director and senior manager, he would not transfer more than 25% of the total shares directly or indirectly held by him annually; he would not transfer shares within six months after leaving office; non-publicly issued shares would not be transferred within 18 months from the end of the issuance; and he would not reduce his directly held company shares in any way within 12 months from July 19, 2024[78] - The Board of Directors committed to strictly abide by relevant laws and regulations, and to truthfully, accurately, completely, fairly, and timely publish periodic reports, disclosing all information that has a significant impact on investors[79] - The controlling shareholder Zhejiang Yuanlong Equity Investment Management Group Co., Ltd., Anji Baishun Investment Partnership (Limited Partnership), and the actual controller Fang Junyun committed not to engage in business operations identical to Jiemei Technology, thereby avoiding horizontal competition[79] - All commitments were fulfilled on time, with no overdue unfulfilled commitments[80] Non-Operating Funds Occupied by Controlling Shareholder and Other Related Parties The company reported no non-operating funds occupied by controlling shareholders or other related parties during the reporting period - The company reported no non-operating funds occupied by controlling shareholders or other related parties during the reporting period[80] Illegal External Guarantees The company had no illegal external guarantees during the reporting period - The company had no illegal external guarantees during the reporting period[81] Appointment and Dismissal of Accounting Firms The company's semi-annual financial report was not audited - The company's semi-annual report was not audited[82] Board of Directors' and Supervisory Board's Explanation on "Non-Standard Audit Report" for the Reporting Period The company had no non-standard audit report for the reporting period, rendering this explanation inapplicable - The company had no non-standard audit report during the reporting period[82] Board of Directors' Explanation on "Non-Standard Audit Report" for the Previous Year The company had no non-standard audit report for the previous year, rendering this explanation inapplicable - The company had no non-standard audit report during the reporting period[82] Bankruptcy and Reorganization Matters The company had no bankruptcy or reorganization matters during the reporting period - The company had no bankruptcy or reorganization matters during the reporting period[82] Litigation Matters The company had no significant litigation, arbitration, or other litigation matters during the reporting period - The company had no significant litigation or arbitration matters during the reporting period[83] Penalties and Rectification The company had no penalties or rectification situations during the reporting period - The company had no penalties or rectification situations during the reporting period[93] Integrity Status of the Company, its Controlling Shareholder, and Actual Controller The company did not disclose the integrity status of itself, its controlling shareholder, or actual controller during the reporting period - The company did not disclose the integrity status of itself, its controlling shareholder, or actual controller during the reporting period[93] Significant Related Party Transactions During the reporting period, the company engaged in routine related party transactions with Anji Lingang Thermal Power Co., Ltd., purchasing steam and sludge disposal services totaling RMB 23.3499 million, which was within the approved limit. No other significant related party transactions, such as asset/equity acquisitions or disposals, joint investments, or related party debts, occurred Related Party Transactions Related to Daily Operations | Related Party | Related Party Relationship | Related Party Transaction Type | Related Party Transaction Content | Related Party Transaction Amount (RMB 10,000) | Proportion of Similar Transactions (%) | Approved Transaction Limit (RMB 10,000) | Exceeded Approved Limit | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Anji Lingang Thermal Power Co., Ltd. | Controlled by the same parent company | Related party transactions for purchasing goods and receiving services | Steam and sludge disposal fees | 2,334.99 | 100.00 | 7,500 | No | - The company had no related party transactions involving asset or equity acquisition or disposal during the reporting period[87] - The company had no related party creditor-debtor transactions during the reporting period[89] Significant Contracts and Their Performance The company had no trust, contracting, wealth management, or other significant contracts during the reporting period. It has lease agreements for warehouses and offices, none of which constitute a single significant lease. The company provided several guarantees for its subsidiaries, totaling 20.38% of its net assets - The company had no trust or contracting situations during the reporting period[93] - The company leases warehouses in Shenzhen and Tianjin for product storage, leases factory buildings in the Philippines for production lines, and leases office spaces in Beijing, Shanghai, and Hangzhou; none of these lease matters constitute a single significant lease[93] Company Guarantees for Subsidiaries | Guaranteed Entity Name | Guarantee Limit (RMB 10,000) | Actual Guarantee Amount (RMB 10,000) | Guarantee Period | Is it a Related Party Guarantee | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Guangdong Jiemei Electronic Information Materials Co., Ltd. | 20,000 | 15,258 | 8.5 years | Yes | | Zhejiang Jiemei Electronic Information Materials Co., Ltd. | 48,000 | 16,283.81 | 5 years | Yes | | Jiangxi Jiemei Electronic Information Materials Co., Ltd. | 13,500 | 7,602.21 | 3 years | Yes | | Tianjin Jiemei Electronic Information Materials Co., Ltd. | 67,000 | 4,500 | 8 years | Yes | | Total Actual Guarantee Balance for Subsidiaries at Period-End | | 59,313.58 | | | | Proportion of Total Actual Guarantee to Company's Net Assets | | 20.38% | | | - The company had no wealth management or other significant contracts during the reporting period[98][99] Explanation of Other Significant Matters The company had no other significant matters requiring explanation during the reporting period - The company had no other significant matters requiring explanation during the reporting period[101] Significant Matters of Company Subsidiaries The company had no significant matters concerning its subsidiaries during the reporting period - The company had no significant matters concerning its subsidiaries during the reporting period[102] Part VII Share Changes and Shareholder Information This section details changes in the company's share capital, shareholder structure, and holdings of directors, supervisors, and senior management Share Change Information During the reporting period, the company's total share capital remained at 432,822,305 shares, with restricted shares accounting for 7.69% and unrestricted shares for 92.31%. The company continued its share repurchase plan, having repurchased 4,957,500 shares (1.1454% of total capital) for RMB 100,982,842.36 by June 30, 2024. The repurchase and cancellation of restricted shares after the reporting period resulted in a total share capital of 430,911,905 shares Share Change Information | Category | Number of Shares Before This Change (shares) | Proportion (%) | Net Increase/Decrease in This Change (shares) | Number of Shares After This Change (shares) | Proportion (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | I. Restricted Shares | 33,296,633 | 7.69 | 0 | 33,296,633 | 7.69 | | II. Unrestricted Shares | 399,525,672 | 92.31 | 0 | 399,525,672 | 92.31 | | III. Total Shares | 432,822,305 | 100.00 | 0 | 432,822,305 | 100.00 | - On January 24, 2024, the company received a proposal from the actual controller, chairman, and general manager Mr. Fang Junyun to repurchase company shares, intending to use RMB 100 million to RMB 200 million of self-owned funds to repurchase the company's A-shares for equity incentives or employee stock ownership plans[104] - As of June 30, 2024, the company had repurchased 4,957,500 shares, accounting for 1.1454% of the company's total share capital, with a total payment of RMB 100,982,842.36 (excluding transaction fees)[106] - Considering the conversion of convertible corporate bonds and the repurchase of restricted shares for equity incentives implemented on June 21, 2024, with repurchase and cancellation completed on July 3, 2024, the basic earnings per share for the first half of 2024 was RMB 0.28, diluted earnings per share was RMB 0.28, and net assets per share attributable to common shareholders was RMB 6.75[106] Securities Issuance and Listing The company had no securities issuance or listing activities during the reporting period - The company had no securities issuance or listing activities during the reporting period[108] Shareholder Numbers and Shareholding At the end of the reporting period, the company had 17,930 common shareholders. Zhejiang Yuanlong Equity Investment Management Group Co., Ltd. was the controlling shareholder with 46.54% ownership. The actual controller, Fang Junyun, directly and indirectly controlled 55.88% of the voting rights. The company's dedicated share repurchase account held 4,957,500 shares, representing 1.15% of the total share capital Total Number of Common Shareholders and Top 10 Common Shareholders' Shareholding at Period-End | Shareholder Name | Shareholder Nature | Shareholding Ratio (%) | Number of Common Shares Held (shares) | Number of Restricted Common Shares Held (shares) | Number of Unrestricted Common Shares Held (shares) | Share Status | Number of Pledged, Marked, or Frozen Shares (shares) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Zhejiang Yuanlong Equity Investment Management Group Co., Ltd. | Domestic Non-State-Owned Legal Person | 46.54 | 201,421,240 | 0 | 201,421,240 | Pledged | 77,600,000 | | Fang Junyun | Domestic Natural Person | 7.75 | 33,530,217 | 31,207,133 | 2,323,084 | Not Applicable | 0 | | Hong Kong Securities Clearing Company Limited | Overseas Legal Person | 1.63 | 7,074,327 | 0 | 7,074,327 | Not Applicable | 0 | | Anji Baishun Investment Partnership (Limited Partnership) | Domestic Non-State-Owned Legal Person | 1.59 | 6,896,527 | 0 | 6,896,527 | Not Applicable | 0 | | PICC Property and Casualty Company Limited - Traditional - Ordinary Insurance Product | Other | 1.37 | 5,923,556 | 0 | 5,923,556 | Not Applicable | 0 | | PICC Life Insurance Company Limited - Traditional - Ordinary Insurance Product | Other | 0.94 | 4,048,818 | 0 | 4,048,818 | Not Applicable | 0 | | Ping An Asset Management - ICBC - Xinfu No. 34 Asset Management Product | Other | 0.85 | 3,667,295 | 0 | 3,667,295 | Not Applicable | 0 | | PICC Life Insurance Company Limited - Participating - Group Insurance Participating | Other | 0.74 | 3,192,106 | 0 | 3,192,106 | Not Applicable | 0 | | Wu Tie | Domestic Natural Person | 0.67 | 2,905,000 | 0 | 2,905,000 | Not Applicable | 0 | | China Minsheng Bank Co., Ltd. - Everbright Pramerica Credit Plus Bond Fund | Other | 0.53 | 2,300,747 | 0 | 2,300,747 | Not Applicable | 0 | - The company's actual controller, Fang Junyun, indirectly controls 48.13% of the company's equity through Zhejiang Yuanlong Equity Investment Management Group Co., Ltd. and Anji Baishun Investment Partnership (Limited Partnership), and directly holds 7.75% of the company's equity, totaling 55.88% of the company's voting rights[110] - Zhejiang Jiemei Electronic Technology Co., Ltd.'s dedicated share repurchase securities account holds 4,957,500 common shares, representing a shareholding ratio of 1.15%[109] Changes in Shareholdings of Directors, Supervisors, and Senior Management There were no changes in the shareholdings of the company's directors, supervisors, and senior management during the reporting period. Vice General Manager Sun Hemin held 240,000 restricted shares Changes in Shareholdings of Directors, Supervisors, and Senior Management | Name | Position | Beginning of Period Shareholding (shares) | Increase in Shareholding During Period (shares) | Decrease in Shareholding During Period (shares) | End of Period Shareholding (shares) | Number of Restricted Shares Granted at Beginning of Period (shares) | Number of Restricted Shares Granted During Period (shares) | Number of Restricted Shares at End of Period (shares) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Fang Junyun | Chairman and General Manager | 33,530,217 | 0 | 0 | 33,530,217 | 0 | 0 | 0 | | Zhang Jungang | Director and Board Secretary | 128,000 | 0 | 0 | 128,000 | 0 | 0 | 0 | | Wang Qiong | Chief Financial Officer | 44,800 | 0 | 0 | 44,800 | 0 | 0 | 0 | | Deng Shuiyan | Deputy General Manager | 66,000 | 0 | 0 | 66,000 | 0 | 0 | 0 | | Sun Hemin | Deputy General Manager | 240,000 | 0 | 0 | 240,000 | 240,000 | 0 | 240,000 | | Total | | 34,009,417 | 0 | 0 | 34,009,417 | 240,000 | 0 | 240,000 | Changes in Controlling Shareholder or Actual Controller The company's controlling shareholder and actual controller remained unchanged during the reporting period - The company's controlling shareholder did not change during the reporting period[116] - The company's actual controller did not change during the reporting period[116] Part VIII Preferred Share Information This section confirms that the company had no preferred shares during the reporting period No Preferred Shares During the Reporting Period The company had no preferred shares during the reporting period - The company had no preferred shares during the reporting period[117] Part IX Bond Information This section provides details on the company's bond-related a