Financial Performance - In 2020, the revenue of Chia Tai Enterprises International Limited decreased to US$93,577,000 from US$105,042,000 in 2019, representing a decline of approximately 10.5%[19] - The gross profit for 2020 was US$24,898,000, down from US$28,948,000 in 2019, indicating a decrease of about 13.8%[19] - Profit attributable to shareholders increased slightly to US$16,255,000 in 2020 from US$15,800,000 in 2019, reflecting a growth of approximately 2.9%[19] - Basic and diluted earnings per share rose to 6.42 US cents in 2020, compared to 6.24 US cents in 2019, marking an increase of about 2.9%[21] - For the year ended December 31, 2020, the Group's revenue decreased by 10.9% to US$93.58 million compared to US$105.04 million in 2019[25] - Profit attributable to shareholders of the Company grew by 2.9% to US$16.26 million, up from US$15.80 million in 2019[25] - The average selling price of CTC premix decreased by approximately 2.2% in 2020 compared to 2019, while the average selling price of CTC HCL declined by 5.7%[30] - The Group's gross profit margin reduced slightly from 27.6% in 2019 to 26.6% in 2020[30] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets increased to US$330,698,000 in 2020 from US$292,657,000 in 2019, showing a growth of approximately 13%[19] - The Group's net cash as of December 31, 2020, was US$11.8 million, down from US$21.8 million as of December 31, 2019[41] - Total borrowings increased to $20.5 million as of December 31, 2020, compared to $16.0 million as of December 31, 2019[50] - Secured borrowings accounted for 73.5% of total borrowings, down from 82.0% in the previous year[50] - Cash and cash equivalents decreased by $5.5 million to $32.3 million as of December 31, 2020, from $37.8 million as of December 31, 2019[47] Operational Challenges and Strategies - The agricultural sector faced challenges from COVID-19, African swine fever, and avian flu, prompting the Group to focus on quality control and product differentiation[7] - Looking ahead, the Group aims to ensure product quality and comply with environmental regulations while addressing uncertainties in the operating environment[13] - The Group continued to enhance its R&D capabilities and foster high-end talent, launching various research projects to improve competitive edge[6] - The Group implemented "Six Sigma" management and automation initiatives to optimize operational efficiency and production safety[6] Governance and Management - The Company held one annual general meeting, one special general meeting, six Board meetings, three Audit Committee meetings, two Remuneration Committee meetings, one Nomination Committee meeting, and two Corporate Governance Committee meetings in 2020[68] - Each Director participated in continuous professional development through attending trainings organized by the Company and other professional organizations in 2020[67] - The Directors confirm that they are not aware of any material uncertainties that may cast significant doubt upon the Company's ability to continue as a going concern[87] - The Board is responsible for presenting a balanced, clear, and understandable assessment of the Company's performance in the annual and interim reports[85] - The financial statements must reflect the financial position, performance, and cash flows of the Group in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards[86] - The Company has adopted a Code of Conduct for Securities Transactions based on the required standards set out in the Listing Rules[68] Risk Management - The Group has established a risk management policy to manage risks associated with achieving business objectives and provides reasonable assurance against material misstatement or loss[133] - The Board has delegated the responsibility of reviewing the effectiveness of the Group's risk management and internal control systems to the Audit Committee, which monitors these systems through the Internal Audit Department[133] - In 2020, the Audit Committee conducted an annual review of the effectiveness of the Group's risk management and internal control systems, and the Board considers these systems to be effective and adequate[136] - The Group is committed to continuous improvement of its risk management and internal control framework, enhancing integration into business processes[138] Board Composition and Diversity - The Company has a diverse board with members having extensive experience across various industries and regions[175] - The Board has adopted a board diversity policy to enhance effectiveness and governance, considering factors such as gender, age, and professional experience[109] - The Nomination Committee is responsible for identifying and nominating suitably qualified candidates for directorships to fill casual vacancies and new Board members[119] - The selection criteria for candidates include character, qualifications, and capacity to devote sufficient time to duties[120] - The Company recognizes the importance of board diversity to strengthen governance and effectiveness[109] Shareholder Communication and Dividend Policy - The board has established a shareholder communication policy to ensure timely and open communication with shareholders[162] - The Company has adopted a dividend policy that considers operational results, financial conditions, and future development, with no dividends expected during growth stages unless special circumstances arise[91] - The Company emphasizes that dividends will only be declared from profits and reserves lawfully available for distribution[91] - The Company’s future dividend declarations will be at the Board's discretion and may not reflect historical patterns[91]
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