Revenue Growth - Revenue increased by 47.8% year-over-year, driven by strong demand in North America and China, despite supply chain challenges [14]. - Total revenue for the reporting period was $2,239.4 million, an increase of 47.8% year-over-year [24]. - North America recorded total revenue of approximately $1,261.0 million, a strong year-over-year growth of 74.0% from $724.8 million in 2020 [31]. - China reported total revenue of approximately $626.9 million, a slight increase of 2.3% from $612.9 million in 2020, primarily due to new product launches [31]. - Europe achieved total revenue of approximately $279.9 million, a significant year-over-year growth of 94.6% from $143.8 million in 2020 [31]. - Other markets generated total revenue of approximately $71.6 million, reflecting a remarkable growth of 115.7% from $33.2 million in 2020 [31]. Profitability - Adjusted net profit grew by 80.1% year-over-year, reflecting effective cost management and inventory control [14]. - Net profit for the period increased by 104.0% to approximately $217.7 million, with profit attributable to shareholders rising by 136.4% to about $193.4 million [24]. - The adjusted net profit for the six months ended June 30, 2021, was $241.8 million, a 79.9% increase from $134.3 million in 2020 [52]. - EBITDA for the same period was $336.2 million, up 34.4% from $250.2 million in 2020 [54]. - The group reported a total comprehensive income of $227,383 thousand for the period, compared to $95,838 thousand in 2020, representing an increase of approximately 137.5% [109]. Market Share and Product Innovation - Market share in the U.S. for cleaning appliances rose from 27.2% to 30.8%, and for cooking appliances from 18.3% to 26.3% [15]. - The company launched innovative products such as the Shark vacuum mop and Shark smart vacuum mop, contributing to revenue growth [15]. - The company maintains a leading position in the global small appliance market with trusted brands like Shark, Ninja, and Joyoung [13]. - The company is committed to increasing market share in the world's largest small appliance markets, particularly in China and the U.S. [13]. - The company launched several new products in 2021, including Ninja CREAMi and Ninja Cold Press Juicer Pro, contributing to revenue growth [16]. Cost Management and Expenses - Total cost of sales was approximately $1,331.0 million, an increase of 56.1% from $852.9 million in 2020, driven by higher sales volume and other factors [34]. - Total sales and distribution expenses increased by approximately 55.1% to about $378.3 million, driven by sales growth and the launch of new product categories [43]. - Administrative expenses rose by approximately 20.8% to about $266.2 million, reflecting significant investment in employee resources for new product development and international expansion [45]. - Financing costs decreased by approximately 76.8% to about $13.7 million, mainly due to refinancing of credit facilities that reduced future interest expenses [48]. Strategic Initiatives - The company emphasizes three core competencies: revolutionary product innovation, diverse brand marketing, and a global omnichannel sales network [13]. - The company continues to invest heavily in marketing and advertising, utilizing digital ads and influencer marketing to enhance consumer engagement [16]. - The company has adopted an omnichannel distribution strategy, benefiting from strong relationships with retailers and gaining more product display opportunities [17]. - The company is actively exploring new product categories and channels in China, focusing on online and offline integration to meet diverse consumer needs [19]. Financial Position and Assets - Gross profit was $908.4 million, up 37.3% year-over-year, with a gross margin of 40.6%, down from 43.7% the previous year [24]. - Total assets less current liabilities amounted to $2,891,112 thousand as of June 30, 2021, down from $3,036,249 thousand at the end of 2020 [112]. - Cash and cash equivalents as of June 30, 2021, were $609,433 thousand, compared to $570,810 thousand at the end of 2020, showing an increase of about 6.8% [111]. - The total debt as of June 30, 2021, was approximately $902.6 million, a decrease of about 3.9% from $939.4 million on December 31, 2020 [57]. Employee and Governance - The company has a total of approximately 5,198 employees as of June 30, 2021, compared to 4,926 employees as of December 31, 2020, representing an increase of about 5.5% [101]. - Employee costs for the reporting period amounted to $187.7 million, up from $157.3 million in 2020, indicating a year-over-year increase of approximately 19.3% [101]. - The company has adopted the standard code of conduct applicable to all directors and relevant employees [82]. - The company has complied with all applicable codes of the corporate governance code during the reporting period, with the exception of the separation of roles between the Chairman and CEO [81]. Risks and Challenges - The ongoing global health crisis has created uncertainty, but the company is adapting to new consumer habits and market conditions [14]. - The company anticipates that rising shipping costs and shortages of containers will continue to impact gross margins in the second half of 2021 [70]. - The company plans to monitor exchange rate fluctuations closely to manage foreign exchange risks [62]. - The company is committed to transferring production outside of China to mitigate risks associated with the ongoing US-China trade tensions [71].
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