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中华燃气(08246) - 2020 Q3 - 季度财报
ZHONGHUA GASZHONGHUA GAS(HK:08246)2020-11-12 23:38

Financial Performance - For the nine months ended September 30, 2020, the company reported revenue of RMB 79,557,000, a decrease of 64.4% compared to RMB 226,797,000 for the same period in 2019[10] - The gross loss for the nine months was RMB 1,992,000, compared to a gross profit of RMB 79,995,000 in the same period of 2019, indicating a significant decline in profitability[10] - The net loss attributable to owners of the company for the nine months was RMB 36,236,000, compared to a profit of RMB 34,086,000 in the same period of 2019, reflecting a negative shift in financial performance[10] - The basic and diluted loss per share for the nine months was RMB 1.01, compared to earnings of RMB 0.97 per share in the same period of 2019[10] - The company recorded a total comprehensive loss of RMB 38,812,000 for the nine months, compared to a total comprehensive income of RMB 41,183,000 in the same period of 2019[10] - The company reported a significant increase in administrative expenses, totaling RMB 17,335,000 for the nine months, compared to RMB 9,447,000 in the same period of 2019[10] - Other income for the nine months was RMB 11,527,000, a decrease from RMB 11,527,000 in the same period of 2019[10] - The company experienced a substantial impairment loss on trade receivables amounting to RMB 36,680,000 for the nine months[10] - The total comprehensive income for the period was RMB 34,187,000, with non-controlling interests contributing RMB 6,996,000, resulting in a total of RMB 41,183,000[11] - The company recognized a loss of RMB 36,236,000 during the period, with non-controlling interests accounting for RMB 2,576,000, leading to a total loss of RMB 38,812,000[11] - The company reported a pre-tax loss of RMB 16,824,000 for the three months ended September 30, 2020, compared to a profit of RMB 1,641,000 for the same period in 2019[33] - The company reported a loss attributable to owners of the company of RMB (36,236,000) for the nine months ended September 30, 2020, compared to a profit of RMB 34,187,000 for the same period in 2019[33] - The net loss after tax for the period was RMB 38,800,000, while the corresponding period last year recorded a net profit of RMB 41,200,000[44] - The company incurred a provision for expected credit losses totaling RMB 36,700,000 due to adverse market conditions, which was not present in the same period last year[44] - The company recorded a total loss attributable to owners of RMB 36,200,000 for the period, contrasting with a profit of RMB 34,200,000 in the same period last year[44] - The company reported total revenue of RMB 79,600,000 for the period, a significant decrease of 64.9% compared to RMB 226,800,000 in the same period last year[44] Revenue Sources and Business Operations - The revenue from the new energy business for the nine months ended September 30, 2020, was RMB 79,182,000, compared to RMB 226,419,000 for the same period in 2019, reflecting a decline[17] - The company did not generate any revenue from construction-related and consulting services during the period due to travel and work restrictions caused by COVID-19[14] - The LNG supply business was the only revenue source for the company's new energy segment during the period, with no new projects obtained in construction-related and consulting services[45] - Revenue from the new energy business for the period was RMB 79,200,000, accounting for 99.5% of total revenue, a decrease from RMB 226,400,000 in the corresponding period[50] - Sales cost for the new energy business decreased to RMB 81,500,000 from RMB 146,800,000 in the corresponding period, primarily due to a drop in LNG supply costs[52] - Gross margin for the new energy business fell from 35.2% in the corresponding period to a gross loss of 3.0% in the current period, attributed to a significant decline in LNG supply revenue[53] Future Outlook and Strategic Plans - The company has not provided specific guidance for future performance or new product developments in the conference call[10] - The company anticipates continued challenges in Q4 2020 due to economic risks from the COVID-19 pandemic and a slowdown in China's economic growth[61] - The company plans to establish a new joint venture to strengthen LNG supply and explore acquisitions to enhance business capabilities[61] - The company aims to issue convertible bonds to raise funds, with estimated net proceeds of HKD 97,500,000 to strengthen financial position and expand investor base[61] - The company has expanded its geographical coverage by entering the Shanghai market, which is expected to contribute to revenue in the last quarter of 2020[45] Shareholder Information and Corporate Governance - The company has not declared or proposed any dividends for the nine months ended September 30, 2020, compared to a dividend of HKD 0.005 per share in the same period last year[38] - The company has not established any arrangements for directors or executives to acquire rights to purchase its securities during the reporting period[82] - The board communicates with shareholders through annual general meetings and special meetings, ensuring transparency[84] - The company adheres to the corporate governance code as per GEM listing rules and has been regularly reviewing its compliance[85] - The audit committee has reviewed the unaudited third-quarter financial statements and confirmed compliance with applicable accounting standards[87] Stock Options and Share Capital - The company has implemented a stock option plan effective for 10 years starting from December 12, 2011, allowing eligible participants to purchase shares at a price equal to the higher of the closing price on the grant date or the average closing price over the previous five trading days[67] - As of September 30, 2020, the total number of unexercised stock options granted under the plan was 257,280,000 shares, representing 7.10% of the company's issued shares at that date[69] - The maximum number of shares that can be issued upon the exercise of stock options under this plan and any other stock option plans cannot exceed 10% of the issued shares on the date of listing and approval for trading[67] - The company granted 28,000,000 stock options in 2014 at an exercise price of HKD 0.81 per share, and 343,536,000 stock options in 2017 at an exercise price of HKD 0.289 per share[69] - The total number of shares issued and to be issued due to the exercise of stock options within any 12-month period cannot exceed 1% of the issued shares[67] Shareholding Structure - The company’s major shareholders include Mr. Hu with 547,184,000 shares (15.11%) and Ms. Lin with 493,456,000 shares (13.62%) as of September 30, 2020[72] - Depot Up Limited holds 640,000,000 shares, representing 17.67% of the company's issued share capital[79] - Tongjie Global Limited and Songsheng Global Investment Limited each hold 448,000,000 shares, accounting for 12.37% of the company's issued share capital[79] - Yude Limited has 219,112,000 shares, which is 6.05% of the company's issued share capital[79] Compliance and Reporting - The company has not disclosed any competitive business interests or conflicts of interest among its directors and management during the reporting period[76] - The company has not applied any non-competition agreements during the reporting period[77] - The company has not issued any debt securities during the reporting period[81] - There were no purchases, sales, or redemptions of the company's listed securities during the reporting period[83] - The report will be published on the GEM website and the company's website for at least seven days from the publication date[88]