Kewell(SH:688551)2025-01-23 09:05Financial Performance - The company expects a net profit attributable to shareholders of the parent company for 2024 to be between 46 million and 50 million yuan, a decrease of 67.07 million to 71.07 million yuan compared to the previous year, representing a year-on-year decline of 57.29% to 60.71%[3]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders after deducting non-recurring gains and losses is projected to be between 35 million and 40 million yuan, down by 67.18 million to 72.18 million yuan from the previous year, reflecting a decrease of 62.68% to 67.34%[3]. - In 2023, the company achieved a total profit of 125.17 million yuan and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 117.07 million yuan, with a basic earnings per share of 1.45 yuan[4]. Factors Affecting Performance - The decline in net profit and net profit after deducting non-recurring gains and losses is primarily due to intensified market competition, delayed order deliveries, increased market development expenses, and higher inventory impairment provisions[5][6]. Future Outlook and Strategy - The company has seen an increase in orders on hand compared to the same period last year and plans to focus on core business, enhance technological innovation, and improve product matrix and sales channels[6]. - The company aims to continue improving management and operational efficiency to enhance profitability[6]. Caution for Investors - The performance forecast is based on preliminary calculations by the finance department and has not been audited by an accounting firm[7]. - Investors are advised to pay attention to investment risks as the forecast data is preliminary and the final audited financial data will be disclosed in the annual report[8].