STEP(SZ:002527)2025-01-17 11:35Financial Performance Expectations - The company expects a net loss for 2024 between 185 million to 367 million CNY, compared to a net loss of 379 million CNY in the same period last year[3]. - The net profit after deducting non-recurring gains and losses is expected to be a loss between 232 million to 414 million CNY, compared to a loss of 524 million CNY last year[3]. - Basic earnings per share are projected to be a loss between 0.28 to 0.55 CNY per share, compared to a loss of 0.57 CNY per share in the previous year[3]. Factors Influencing Financial Results - The decrease in overall losses compared to the previous year is attributed to reduced impairment testing on goodwill and other assets, which will be finalized by a qualified evaluation and auditing agency[5]. - The company has implemented refined management processes and enhanced organizational capabilities, leading to improvements in gross and net profit margins[5]. Financial Reporting Status - The financial data presented is preliminary and has not been audited, with final figures to be disclosed in the 2024 annual report[7].