Financial Performance - The company's revenue increased by approximately 16.0% from RMB 308.7 million in 2017 to RMB 358.1 million in 2018[13]. - The leasing income for 2018 was approximately RMB 354.6 million, up from RMB 300.6 million in 2017[13]. - Consulting fee income for 2018 was approximately RMB 3.5 million, down from RMB 8.1 million in 2017[13]. - Net profit increased by approximately RMB 4.0 million or 10.9% from about RMB 36.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2017, to approximately RMB 40.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2018, with a net profit margin of 11.3%[18]. - Total revenue for the year ended December 31, 2018, was RMB 372,297 thousand, an increase of 15.8% from RMB 321,373 thousand in 2017[184]. - Net profit for the year was RMB 40,598 thousand, representing a growth of 11.0% compared to RMB 36,576 thousand in 2017[184]. - Basic earnings per share increased to RMB 0.0404 from RMB 0.0371, reflecting a rise of 8.9% year-over-year[184]. Market and Growth Opportunities - The financing leasing market in China experienced a compound annual growth rate of about 30.6% from RMB 2.1 trillion in 2013 to RMB 6.1 trillion in 2017[10]. - The company expects continued stable growth in the healthcare, aviation, and public infrastructure sectors due to increasing funding needs[10]. - The company projects a revenue growth of 25% for the next fiscal year, driven by new product launches and market expansion strategies[37]. - The company has expanded its market presence in Southeast Asia, achieving a 10% market share within the first year of entry[37]. - The company is exploring potential mergers and acquisitions to strengthen its market position, with a target of completing at least two deals in the next 12 months[39]. Financial Management and Costs - Financial costs rose by approximately 18.4% from about RMB 204.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2017, to approximately RMB 241.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2018[16]. - Employee costs decreased from approximately RMB 14.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2017, to approximately RMB 12.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2018, a decline of about RMB 1.8 million due to a reduction in employee numbers[15]. - The company reported a significant reduction in financing costs, which rose to RMB (241,557) thousand from RMB (203,995) thousand, an increase of 18.4%[184]. - The company reported a net cash outflow from financing activities of RMB (810,585) thousand in 2018, compared to a net inflow of RMB 309,607 thousand in 2017[192]. Risk Management - The company aims to enhance risk management and asset management capabilities in response to economic and regulatory changes[7]. - The group has developed a comprehensive risk management system to control various risks, with credit risk being the primary concern, and has implemented due diligence and independent data reviews[27]. - Risk management protocols have been strengthened, reducing potential financial exposure by 12%[35]. - The expected credit loss provision for finance lease receivables was identified as a key audit matter due to its significance to the group and the management's judgment regarding credit risk[175]. Corporate Governance - The company is committed to promoting good corporate governance and has established procedures in line with the corporate governance code[55]. - The board has fulfilled its corporate governance responsibilities, including reviewing policies and monitoring compliance with regulations[55]. - The company has established a clear division of responsibilities between the chairman and the CEO to ensure accountability and independence[58]. - The board is responsible for developing and reviewing corporate governance policies and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements[80]. Employee and Talent Management - The company plans to develop a professional and high-quality talent team to seize development opportunities in 2019[7]. - The group emphasizes the importance of retaining high-quality talent and continuously provides competitive compensation packages based on performance and market levels[26]. - The management team has extensive experience, with over 20 years in the banking and financing leasing industry, ensuring informed decision-making[40]. Shareholder and Investment Policies - The company has adopted a dividend policy allowing the board to propose and declare interim and/or special dividends based on the financial condition of the company and group[87]. - The company has implemented a shareholder communication policy to ensure effective engagement with shareholders and address their concerns[90]. - The company has established procedures for shareholders to convene special general meetings, requiring a written request from shareholders holding at least 10% of the paid-up capital[92]. Audit and Compliance - The independent auditor, Deloitte, issued an unqualified opinion on the consolidated financial statements for the year ending December 31, 2018[169]. - The audit committee, composed of 3 independent non-executive directors, reviewed the financial statements and internal control systems during the reporting period[66]. - The company has established a securities trading code to ensure compliance with trading regulations, with no known violations reported during the period[71]. Asset Management - The asset-liability ratio decreased to approximately 76.5% as of December 31, 2018, from 79.9% as of December 31, 2017, due to a reduction in borrowings and issued bonds[19]. - The total amount of finance lease receivables decreased by about 9.8% from approximately RMB 4,116.2 million as of December 31, 2017, to approximately RMB 3,714.2 million as of December 31, 2018[19]. - The company’s financing lease receivables decreased to RMB 2,608,169 thousand in 2018 from RMB 3,080,912 thousand in 2017, a decline of 15.3%[186].
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