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乔治白(002687) - 2013 Q4 - 年度财报
GIUSEPPEGIUSEPPE(SZ:002687)2014-03-27 16:00

Financial Performance - In 2013, the company's operating revenue was CNY 582,155,899.33, a decrease of 9.18% compared to CNY 640,978,467.13 in 2012[23] - The net profit attributable to shareholders was CNY 65,469,420.94, down 31.45% from CNY 95,501,665.73 in the previous year[23] - Basic earnings per share decreased by 42.11% to CNY 0.33, down from CNY 0.57 in 2012[23] - The company achieved operating revenue of ¥582,155,899.33, a year-on-year decrease of 9.18%, while operating costs decreased by 13.04%[37] - The company reported a net profit of ¥65,469,420.94 according to Chinese accounting standards, compared to ¥95,501,665.73 in the previous year[28] - The revenue from the shirt category was CNY 139,091,916.49, with a gross margin of 51.76%, despite a 10.82% decline in revenue year-over-year[53] - The company reported a net loss of 491.54 million CNY for the year 2013, primarily due to high initial costs associated with new production facilities[64] Cash Flow and Assets - The net cash flow from operating activities increased by 110.62% to CNY 132,090,007.06, compared to CNY 62,715,713.01 in 2012[23] - The total assets at the end of 2013 were CNY 1,178,564,746.50, an increase of 3.44% from CNY 1,139,403,545.30 at the end of 2012[23] - The net assets attributable to shareholders increased by 1.71% to CNY 965,347,079.43, compared to CNY 949,162,658.49 at the end of 2012[23] - The cash and cash equivalents net increase decreased by 108.8%, primarily due to the use of raised funds for investment projects[52] - Total assets at the end of 2013 amounted to 1,176,000,000.00 CNY, with cash and cash equivalents representing 26.7% of total assets, down from 30.09% in 2012, a decrease of 3.39%[56] Operational Efficiency - The company’s cash flow from operating activities significantly improved in 2013, attributed to enhanced management of receivables[35] - The company’s inventory at the end of the year was 1,067,798 units, a decrease of 2.33% from the previous year[40] - The company’s marketing strategy focuses on "fashion workwear + differentiated products," which has shown positive results in meeting customer demands[35] - The company plans to shift production capacity to central and western regions due to rising labor costs in the eastern coastal areas[36] - The company has completed the absorption merger of Wenzhou George White Leisure Garment Co., Ltd. to reduce management costs and improve operational efficiency[72] Market and Competition - The company faces risks from a sluggish macroeconomic recovery and intensified competition in the apparel industry[12] - The company acknowledges the increasing competition in the vocational clothing market and plans to adapt its strategies accordingly[70] - The company will gradually lift restrictions on capable agents in certain regions to expand its market reach[71] - The company plans to expand its market presence by opening 50 new retail stores in key cities across China in 2014[150] Research and Development - Research and development expenses amounted to CNY 20,842,654.30, representing 2.16% of total revenue, with a focus on new product development and process innovation[48] - Zhejiang George White is investing 30 million RMB in new product development, focusing on sustainable materials and innovative designs[150] Profit Distribution - The company plans to distribute a cash dividend of CNY 2.50 per 10 shares to all shareholders[5] - The total distributable profit for 2013 is reported at 200,749,538.86 CNY, with cash dividends constituting 100% of the profit distribution[79] - The company has a consistent profit distribution policy that emphasizes sustainable returns to investors and maintaining shareholder rights[76] - The company has adjusted its profit distribution policy to ensure compliance with regulations from the China Securities Regulatory Commission and stock exchanges[76] Corporate Governance - The company has established a comprehensive internal control system and governance structure in compliance with relevant laws and regulations, ensuring no discrepancies with the Company Law and the China Securities Regulatory Commission[173] - The company maintains independence in business, assets, personnel, finance, and institutions from its controlling shareholders[183] - The board of directors believes the internal control system is effectively executed and meets the current business scale and development needs[192] - The company has maintained regular communication with major shareholders and stakeholders to ensure transparency and accountability[173] Management and Personnel - The company employs a total of 3,111 staff, with production personnel constituting 66.02% of the workforce[164] - The remuneration structure for senior management includes basic salary, monthly performance pay, annual performance pay, insurance, and benefits[161] - The company has a diverse workforce with 20.06% in sales, 3.80% in technical roles, and 1.50% in finance[164] - The total remuneration for directors, supervisors, and senior management in 2013 amounted to CNY 2,894,520.00[161] Shareholder Structure - The total number of shareholders at the end of the reporting period was 14,173, an increase from 13,598 in the previous reporting period[126] - The largest shareholder, Wenzhou George White Garment Co., Ltd., holds 26.52% of shares, totaling 52,290,000 shares[126] - The second-largest shareholder, Wenzhou Wisdom Investment Co., Ltd., holds 24.27% of shares, totaling 47,840,000 shares, with 8,350,000 shares pledged[126] Audit and Compliance - The company received a standard unqualified audit opinion for the financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2013[199] - The audit report was signed on March 27, 2014, by Lixin Certified Public Accountants[199] - The company did not experience any significant errors in financial reporting or disclosures during the reporting period[196]