Valiant(SZ:002643)2025-01-06 12:40Financial Performance Forecast - The estimated net profit attributable to shareholders for 2024 is projected to be between 190.75 million and 267.05 million CNY, representing a decrease of 65% to 75% compared to the same period last year, which was 763.01 million CNY[3] - The estimated net profit after deducting non-recurring gains and losses is expected to be between 179.51 million and 251.31 million CNY, also reflecting a decrease of 65% to 75% from last year's 718.04 million CNY[3] - The basic earnings per share is projected to be between 0.21 CNY and 0.29 CNY, down from 0.84 CNY in the previous year[3] Reasons for Performance Decline - The primary reason for the performance decline is a reduction in orders for zeolite series environmental materials, leading to decreased revenue and lower gross margins[5] Asset Impairment and R&D Investment - The company anticipates the need to recognize asset impairment provisions based on preliminary asset impairment testing at the end of 2024[5] - The company is increasing R&D investment to seize more market opportunities, resulting in higher R&D expenses[5] Caution for Investors - The financial data in the earnings forecast is preliminary and may differ from the final 2024 annual report, urging investors to exercise caution[6]