KE MING FOOD(SZ:002661)2025-01-22 08:20Financial Performance - The company expects a net profit attributable to shareholders of between 12,000.00 million and 18,000.00 million yuan, representing an increase of 282.78% to 374.17% compared to a loss of 6,565.34 million yuan in the same period last year[3]. - The net profit after deducting non-recurring gains and losses is projected to be between 11,500.00 million and 17,000.00 million yuan, reflecting an increase of 278.78% to 364.29% from a loss of 6,432.38 million yuan in the previous year[3]. - Basic earnings per share are expected to be between 0.375 yuan and 0.562 yuan, compared to a loss of 0.20 yuan per share in the same period last year[3]. Business Operations - The increase in profitability is attributed to the rise in pig prices, which improved the gross margin of the breeding business and reduced operating losses year-on-year[5]. - The food business segment has optimized its product structure, increasing the sales proportion of high-margin products while reducing wheat costs, leading to improved product gross margins and increased gross profit[6]. Audit and Reporting - The financial data presented in the earnings forecast has not been audited by an accounting firm, and the company has communicated with the auditors regarding this forecast[4]. - The specific financial data will be detailed in the company's 2024 annual report, and investors are advised to make cautious decisions and be aware of investment risks[7].