STL(SZ:002648)2015-07-14 16:00Financial Performance - The company expects a net profit attributable to shareholders in the range of -146.60 million to -91.63 million RMB for the first half of 2015, representing a decline of 180% to 150% compared to the same period last year, which had a profit of 183.25 million RMB [3]. - The performance forecast revision has not been audited by a registered accountant, and the final data will be confirmed in the company's 2015 semi-annual report [4][7]. - The company expressed sincere apologies to investors for any inconvenience caused by the performance forecast revision and urged caution in investment decisions [7]. Sales and Revenue - The sales revenue for the second quarter increased by 443 million RMB, with a gross profit margin growth of 26% [5]. - Despite a 3.2 million ton increase in product sales volume, the sales revenue decreased by approximately 83 million RMB due to a significant drop in average market prices, with acrylic acid prices down by 40.15% and butyl acrylate prices down by 34.62% [5]. Operational Strategy - The company adjusted its operational strategy in the second quarter following losses in the first quarter, leading to improved profitability in its propylene and downstream polymer products [5].