HCLC(SZ:002344)2025-01-24 11:55Financial Performance Forecast - The estimated net profit attributable to shareholders for 2024 is projected to be between 71 million and 106.5 million yuan, representing a decrease of 40% to 60% compared to the previous year's profit of 177.5 million yuan [4]. - The estimated net profit after deducting non-recurring gains and losses is expected to be between 49.72 million and 74.58 million yuan, also reflecting a decline of 40% to 60% from the previous year's figure of 124.3 million yuan [4]. - The basic earnings per share are forecasted to be between 0.06 yuan and 0.08 yuan, down from 0.14 yuan per share in the previous year [4]. - The significant decline in performance is primarily attributed to a more than 70% decrease in sales of shops and supporting properties, along with a substantial drop in gross profit [7]. Market and Operational Insights - Rental income from physical markets has slightly increased, but losses have widened due to increased marketing expenses and rental incentives following market renovations [7]. - The company has communicated with its auditing firm regarding the performance forecast, and there are no significant discrepancies reported [5]. - The financial data provided is preliminary and will be detailed in the company's 2024 annual report [8]. - The company emphasizes the importance of rational investment and awareness of investment risks [8].