SIPG(SH:600018)2018-01-12 16:00Financial Performance - The company expects a net profit attributable to shareholders of approximately RMB 45.9 billion for 2017, representing a year-on-year increase of about 66.1%[1] - The net profit attributable to shareholders, excluding non-recurring gains and losses, is expected to increase by approximately RMB 3.6 billion, a year-on-year increase of about 5.9%[3] - The previous year's net profit attributable to shareholders was RMB 69.4 billion, with a net profit of RMB 61.0 billion after excluding non-recurring gains and losses[5] Non-Recurring Gains and Losses - Non-recurring gains and losses are expected to increase by approximately RMB 42.3 billion compared to the same period last year, including a net profit contribution of about RMB 17.0 billion from the consolidation of Shanghai Xiwaitan Development Co., Ltd.[2] - The conversion of the accounting method for the investment in Postal Savings Bank is expected to add approximately RMB 19.8 billion to the net profit attributable to shareholders[10] - The disposal of shares in China Merchants Bank is expected to increase the net profit attributable to shareholders by approximately RMB 3.8 billion compared to the previous year[10] Business Operations - The container throughput exceeded 40 million TEUs, contributing to steady profit growth from the port's main business[2] - The company successfully acquired a 50% stake in Shanghai Xiwaitan, which was previously an associate, and it is now included in the consolidated financial statements[6] Forecast Accuracy - The company does not foresee any significant uncertainties that could affect the accuracy of this performance forecast[11] - The above forecasts are preliminary and subject to final audited financial results[12]