Financial Performance - The company successfully turned a loss into a profit for the six months ending September 30, 2021, with revenue increasing by 39.7% to approximately RMB 266.28 million compared to RMB 190.67 million in the same period of 2020[23]. - The company recorded a profit attributable to owners of the company of approximately RMB 4.37 million, compared to a loss of approximately RMB 15.45 million in the same period of 2020[23]. - The company's total revenue for the first half of 2021 reached RMB 266.275 million, a 39.6% increase from RMB 190.672 million in the same period of 2020[49]. - The gross profit for the same period was RMB 66.9 million, compared to RMB 44.6 million in 2020, reflecting a gross margin improvement[141]. - The company reported a net profit of RMB 5.5 million for the six months ended September 30, 2021, a significant recovery from a net loss of RMB 11.4 million in the prior year[141]. - The company reported a total comprehensive income of RMB 37,081 thousand for the six months ended September 30, 2021, compared to a loss of RMB (15,445) thousand for the same period in 2020, indicating a turnaround in performance[149]. Revenue Breakdown - Sales of smart terminal products and software development saw significant growth, with revenue increases of approximately 22.4% and 255.9% respectively compared to the same period in 2020[23]. - Sales of smart terminal products accounted for 77.5% of total revenue, amounting to RMB 206.258 million, representing a growth of 22.4% compared to RMB 168.507 million in the previous year[50]. - Software development revenue surged by 255.9% to approximately RMB 54.916 million, making it the fastest-growing segment, contributing 20.6% to total revenue[54]. - System integration revenue decreased significantly by approximately 99.2% to around RMB 0.017 million, accounting for 0.0% of total revenue[53]. - System maintenance services generated revenue of approximately RMB 5.084 million, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 16.8% from RMB 4.346 million[58]. 5G Development and Strategy - As of September 30, 2021, China had 1.159 million 5G base stations, with the government accelerating the integration of 5G into key industries[24]. - The company received a telecommunications equipment network access license from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, allowing it to operate in the 5G frequency bands of major telecom operators[24]. - The company aims to strengthen partnerships across various industries to accumulate experience in applying 5G technology[25]. - The company is well-positioned to capitalize on the explosive growth of 5G small base stations and indoor distribution systems[24]. - The company is focusing on the development of 5G communication equipment, IT terminal products, IoT solutions, and industry digitalization solutions[26]. - The company aims to integrate 5G, IT innovation, and IoT technologies to provide comprehensive one-stop industry digitalization solutions[26]. - The company anticipates a significant increase in sales of 5G products, including pico base stations and indoor distribution systems, driven by strong market demand, with over 800,000 5G base stations expected to be built by telecom operators in 2021[106]. - By 2024, the number of newly built 5G base stations is projected to reach 2.65 million, indicating a robust growth trajectory for the 5G infrastructure[106]. Market Opportunities and Challenges - The central government's policies are accelerating the digitalization and domestic substitution processes, creating substantial growth opportunities in the 5G and IT innovation sectors[38]. - The domestic procurement ratio in key industries is expected to increase, benefiting the company from market gaps and potentially enhancing market share[26]. - The company acknowledges the challenges posed by recent global economic uncertainties but remains confident in the positive fundamentals of the Chinese economy[27]. - The demand for the company's three main business segments—5G, Xinchuang IT, and IoT—has significantly increased due to favorable national policies[45]. Financial Position and Investments - As of September 30, 2021, the group's current assets net value was approximately RMB 496.23 million, up from RMB 371.80 million on March 31, 2021[76]. - The total amount of bank and other borrowings increased to approximately RMB 51.92 million from RMB 35.14 million as of March 31, 2021[77]. - The company issued bonds totaling HKD 38.22 million during the period, compared to HKD 21.55 million in the same period last year[77]. - The company is exploring investment and acquisition opportunities in the Internet of Things and 5G-related industries, planning to use internal resources for business expansion[90]. - The company is committed to expanding its market presence globally while consolidating its existing operations in China, particularly in 5G private network construction[110]. Strategic Partnerships - In June 2021, the company established a strategic partnership with Alba Cultural Sports Development, which operates over 6,600 esports venues nationwide[25]. - A strategic cooperation framework agreement was established with Alba Cultural Sports Development to enhance 5G signal coverage and telecom value-added services in over 6,600 esports venues and 2,000 esports hotels[100]. - The company has signed a cooperation contract with Alba Cultural Sports Development for the application of 5G technology in a well-known esports venue, further expanding its market reach[113]. Research and Development - Research and development expenses rose by 21.7% to approximately RMB 9.25 million, attributed to expanded personnel in the R&D department for 5G product development[73]. - The company aims to leverage its 20 years of industry experience to provide innovative digital transformation solutions for its clients[46]. - Future outlook includes continued investment in R&D and expansion into new markets to drive growth and enhance product offerings[165].
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