Financial Performance - In 2020, Qidian International Co., Ltd. reported revenue of approximately RMB 351.7 million, a decrease compared to the previous year[7]. - The gross profit margin for 2020 was 6.6%, down from 8.2% in 2019[7]. - The operating loss for 2020 was approximately RMB 63.5 million, an improvement from an operating loss of RMB 94.8 million in 2019[9]. - The company's revenue for the year ended December 31, 2020, was approximately RMB 351.7 million, a decrease of 25.3% compared to RMB 470.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2019, primarily due to the impact of the pandemic[26]. - The cost of sales and services for the year ended December 31, 2020, was approximately RMB 328.4 million, a decrease of 24.0% from RMB 432.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2019, mainly due to reduced sales volume[28]. - Gross profit for the year ended December 31, 2020, was approximately RMB 23.4 million, a decrease of 39.7% compared to RMB 38.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2019[29]. - The company's operating loss for the year ended December 31, 2020, was approximately RMB 63.5 million, a decrease of 33.0% from RMB 94.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2019[34]. - Other income for the year ended December 31, 2020, was approximately RMB 5.2 million, down from RMB 9.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2019[30]. - The company's sales and marketing expenses for the year ended December 31, 2020, totaled approximately RMB 50.0 million, a decrease of 35.3% from RMB 77.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2019[32]. - Administrative expenses for the year ended December 31, 2020, were approximately RMB 46.1 million, a decrease of 28.8% from RMB 64.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2019[33]. - The net financial costs for the year ended December 31, 2020, were approximately RMB 21.4 million, an increase of 51.8% from RMB 14.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2019[35]. - The pre-tax loss for the year ended December 31, 2020, was approximately RMB 84.9 million, compared to a pre-tax loss of RMB 108.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2019[36]. - The company's loss attributable to equity holders for the year ended December 31, 2020, was approximately RMB 83.2 million, compared to a loss of RMB 108.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2019, representing a decrease in loss of 23.1%[38]. - The group reported a loss of RMB 84,952,000 for the year ended December 31, 2020, with a net current liability of RMB 140,340,000 and total liabilities of RMB 305,467,000[185]. Market Strategy and Outlook - The company plans to focus on the construction and development of private traffic elements in retail, including "people, goods, and venues" to enhance efficiency and reduce costs[13]. - The company aims to build a data platform focused on private traffic acquisition, inventory management, and business operations to minimize waste caused by mismatched consumer supply and demand information[13]. - The company anticipates new demand in the home appliance sector due to increased consumer focus on health, disinfection, and air purification products as a result of the pandemic[14]. - The "14th Five-Year Plan" in China is expected to boost consumer spending on durable goods, including home appliances, and promote e-commerce development[14]. - The company will leverage its brand advantages to tap into the rural market and increase rural home appliance consumption[16]. - The maturity of 5G technology is expected to create new business models and consumer experiences, providing significant market opportunities[15]. - The company expresses confidence in overcoming challenges and advancing its technology-enabled new consumption strategy[17]. - The company is focusing on expanding its presence in rural markets and enhancing its product offerings in health and smart appliances, anticipating a market growth rate exceeding 30% in the comfort home systems segment[24][25]. - The outlook for 2021 indicates a strong recovery momentum in the Chinese economy, with expectations for significant GDP growth driven by real estate recovery and favorable industry policies[58]. - The company aims to capture incremental market share by enhancing rural logistics and after-sales service platforms in response to government policies promoting rural consumption[61]. - New marketing strategies, including live streaming and 3D shopping experiences, are being implemented to boost sales and adapt to changing consumer behaviors[62]. - The establishment of a data processing platform will enhance digital retail capabilities, allowing for more accurate category planning and effective marketing decision-making[63]. - The company is responding to trends in consumer and product upgrades, focusing on health-related small appliances and high-end products to meet increasing demand from middle-to-high income households[64]. - The real estate sector's post-cycle recovery and the replacement demand for home appliances are expected to drive sales growth, with a projected 15.27% year-on-year increase in property sales area in October 2020[65]. Corporate Governance - The board of directors has complied with the listing rules by appointing at least three independent non-executive directors, constituting at least one-third of the board[76]. - The company has established a clear division of responsibilities between the Chairman and the CEO, with Mr. Yuan Li serving as Chairman and Ms. Liu Siming as CEO[77]. - The audit committee held four meetings during the year to review the financial performance for the year 2019 and the interim results for 2020[84]. - The audit committee consists of independent non-executive directors, ensuring compliance with the requirement that independent directors constitute a majority[84]. - The remuneration committee is responsible for reviewing the compensation packages of individual executive directors and senior management, ensuring transparency in the remuneration process[87]. - The company has received written annual independence confirmations from all independent non-executive directors, affirming their compliance with independence guidelines[76]. - The company encourages continuous professional development for all directors to ensure they remain informed and relevant in their contributions[81]. - The board has established three committees: the audit committee, the remuneration committee, and the nomination committee, each with clear written terms of reference[82]. - The company’s articles of association require all directors to retire at least every three years, with provisions for re-election at the annual general meeting[80]. - The company has not encountered any disagreements with external auditors regarding their appointment, designation, or dismissal during the year[85]. - The company held two meetings of the remuneration committee during the year to review compensation policies and executive remuneration packages[88]. - The nomination committee has established a diversity policy for the board, considering factors such as gender, age, culture, education background, professional qualifications, skills, knowledge, and industry experience[91]. - The board of directors has maintained a suitable balance of diversity, with the nomination committee reviewing the board's structure and composition annually[91]. - The board is responsible for overall risk management and internal control systems, ensuring shareholder interests and asset protection[100]. - The company has adopted a standard code for securities trading, ensuring compliance by all directors and employees with written guidelines[96]. - The board has a responsibility for preparing the financial statements for the year ending December 31, 2020, ensuring clarity and balance in disclosures[98]. - The company has established an internal audit function to review significant financial and operational issues and report findings to the audit committee[100]. - The nomination committee is composed of three independent non-executive directors, ensuring independence in the evaluation of board members[89]. - The company aims to maintain a balanced perspective on diversity related to business growth and will consider measurable targets for implementing the diversity policy[91]. - The board has reviewed corporate governance policies and practices, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements[94]. - The external auditor's fees for the year ended December 31, 2020, amounted to approximately RMB 1.917 million, with RMB 1.735 million for audit services and RMB 182,000 for non-audit services[102]. Shareholder Information - The company does not recommend any final dividend for the year ended December 31, 2020[53]. - The company has adopted a dividend policy aiming to distribute at least 15% of the annual net profit as dividends, subject to various conditions and factors[106]. - No interim dividends were declared during the year, and the board does not recommend any final dividends for the year[119]. - As of December 31, 2020, there were no reserves available for distribution to shareholders[123]. - The company has a total of 28,455,000 shares held by Shenghang International Group Limited, representing approximately 15.57% of the company's equity[135]. - The major shareholders include Mogen Ltd. and Shenghang International Group Limited, each holding 28,455,000 shares, which is 15.57% of the company's equity[136]. - The company has no knowledge of any tax relief available to shareholders for holding its securities[126]. - There were no related party transactions or ongoing related party transactions that required disclosure, except for those mentioned in the report[132]. - The board of directors includes both executive and non-executive members, with specific appointments and resignations noted during the year[128]. - The company has no provisions for preemptive rights in its articles of association, which means it is not required to offer new shares to existing shareholders on a pro-rata basis[125]. - The company’s subsidiaries and their details as of December 31, 2020, are disclosed in the financial statements[127]. - The company has undergone internal restructuring involving equity transfers among its subsidiaries[131]. - The board of directors has no interests in businesses that compete or may compete with the company as of December 31, 2020[130]. Capital Structure and Financing - The company issued a total of 25,379,600 ordinary shares on May 28, 2020, to improve its capital structure, with a net amount of approximately HKD 27.3 million after expenses[150]. - The company also issued 30,455,520 ordinary shares on September 16 and 22, 2020, with a total nominal value of USD 609,110, aimed at enhancing its capital structure[151]. - The adjusted exercise price for stock options granted in 2015 is HKD 33.8, with 21,500,000 options unexercised as of January 1, 2020[145]. - The company completed a share consolidation on January 7, 2020, converting every 20 shares into 1 share, changing the par value from USD 0.001 to USD 0.02[148]. - The company changed its name from "Huiyin Smart Community Co., Ltd." to "Qidian International Co., Ltd." effective January 3, 2020[148]. - The total number of stock options canceled or lapsed during the year was 1,644,000[140]. - The company reported a significant ownership structure, with Tianjin Bohai Commodity Exchange holding 7.17% of the total shares[137]. - The company aims to optimize its shareholder base through the issuance of new shares, enhancing its asset-liability ratio[150]. - The net proceeds from the first subscription of shares were approximately HKD 27.7 million, after deducting related expenses[150]. - The company has a total of 11,955,181 shares held by Zhonghua Ruike Investment Development, representing 6.54% of the equity[137]. - The total amount raised from Subscription Item 2 is approximately HKD 39.3 million, with a net amount of approximately HKD 38.9 million after deducting related professional fees and expenses of about HKD 0.4 million[152]. - As of December 31, 2020, approximately HKD 15.3 million of the net proceeds from Subscription Item 2 has been utilized, including about HKD 12.0 million for repaying trade payables and notes payable, and about HKD 3.3 million for general working capital[152]. - Approximately HKD 23.6 million of the unutilized proceeds is deposited in licensed banks in China and Hong Kong, intended for future repayment of trade payables and notes payable, as well as general working capital[152]. Audit and Compliance - The audit committee consists of three independent non-executive directors, ensuring compliance with the relevant regulations of the stock exchange[165]. - The company did not purchase, sell, or redeem any of its listed securities during the year ended December 31, 2020[158]. - The audit assessed the effectiveness of management's internal controls related to the going concern assumption, including cash flow projections and significant assumptions such as sales volume and average selling price[186]. - The audit process identified and assessed risks of material misstatement in the consolidated financial statements due to fraud or error[195]. - The appropriateness of accounting policies and the reasonableness of accounting estimates and related disclosures were evaluated[197]. - The auditor concluded on the appropriateness of the going concern basis of accounting, highlighting significant uncertainties that may affect the group's ability to continue as a going concern[197]. - Sufficient and appropriate audit evidence was obtained regarding the financial information of the group's entities or business activities[199]. - Communication with governance included the planned audit scope, timing, and significant audit findings, including any major deficiencies in internal controls identified during the audit[199]. - The audit report described key audit matters that were most important to the audit of the current period's consolidated financial statements[199]. - The audit engagement partner for this independent auditor's report is Xiao Junwu, with a practicing certificate number P05898[200].
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