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纬达光电(873001) - 2023 Q4 - 年度财报

Company Recognition and Structure - In 2023, Winda Opto-Electronics was recognized as one of the top 10 companies in operational capability and one of the top 20 companies in development potential in Foshan[3]. - The company was selected as a "Little Giant" enterprise by the national specialized and innovative small and medium-sized enterprises in July 2023[4]. - Winda Opto-Electronics was awarded as one of the top 100 leading technology enterprises in Foshan by the Foshan Science and Technology Bureau in November 2023[4]. - The company has undergone a significant change in its corporate structure, transitioning from a non-listed joint venture to a publicly listed company[22]. - The actual controller of the company is the Guangdong Provincial Government, with no concerted actions from other parties[21]. - The company has a total share capital of 153,656,204 shares, with no preferred shares issued[21]. - The company has a diversified shareholding structure, with Guangxin Group directly holding 26.75% of the shares[6]. - The controlling shareholder, Foshan Fosi Technology Group Co., Ltd., holds 38.42% of the company's shares[3]. - The actual controller of the company is the Guangdong Provincial Government, which holds 90.00% of the shares in the controlling shareholder[4]. - The company has no changes in its controlling shareholder during the reporting period[5]. Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for 2023 was ¥202,572,099.73, a decrease of 23.96% compared to ¥266,402,594.80 in 2022[27]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders for 2023 was ¥31,656,453.36, down 50.59% from ¥64,073,360.34 in 2022[27]. - The gross profit margin decreased to 30.37% in 2023 from 38.23% in 2022[27]. - Total assets at the end of 2023 were ¥772,878,448.26, a slight decrease of 0.96% from ¥780,341,933.22 at the end of 2022[29]. - Total liabilities decreased by 24.51% to ¥25,629,877.62 in 2023 from ¥33,949,540.20 in 2022[29]. - The company's cash flow from operating activities was ¥48,031,581.33, down 20.13% from ¥60,138,319.45 in 2022[30]. - The weighted average return on equity (ROE) based on net profit was 4.27% in 2023, down from 16.10% in 2022[27]. - The company reported a basic earnings per share of ¥0.21 in 2023, a decrease of 62.50% from ¥0.56 in 2022[27]. - The company's cash and cash equivalents decreased by 24.82% to ¥422,412,546.37 at the end of 2023, down from ¥561,851,694.32 at the end of 2022[61]. - The company's long-term equity investments increased by 100% to ¥14,913,256.37, attributed to the establishment of a joint venture for new material research[63]. - The company's construction in progress rose by 147.76% to ¥23,827,553.16, primarily due to increased expenditures on the third phase of the polarizer project[63]. - The company reported a net profit of ¥31,656,453.36 for 2023, a decline of 50.59% from ¥64,073,360.34 in 2022[68]. - The company's total revenue for 2023 was ¥202,572,099.73, a decrease of 23.96% compared to ¥266,402,594.80 in 2022[67]. Research and Development - The company holds 20 invention patents and 7 utility model patents related to high-performance polarizers and optical film materials[42]. - Research and development expenses increased by 8.49% to ¥15,945,278.70 in 2023, driven by efforts to upgrade products and expand application areas[69]. - The total number of R&D personnel increased from 33 to 35, with the proportion of R&D staff to total employees rising from 15.42% to 16.43%[103]. - Ongoing R&D projects include the development of explosion-proof film products and high-transmittance automotive polarizers, which are expected to enhance product offerings and market competitiveness[105]. - The company is focusing on R&D investment to develop new high-performance products to maintain competitive advantages[134]. - The company aims to strengthen its competitive advantage in high-performance polarizers and optical films, focusing on R&D and production to provide optimal solutions for customers[128]. Market and Industry Trends - The global OLED display panel shipment was 870 million units in 2022, expected to reach 1.22 billion units by 2027, indicating a growing market for polarizers[59]. - The polarizer market is expected to recover in 2024 as panel prices stabilize, following a decline in demand in 2023 due to price pressures[59]. - The display industry in China has seen a compound annual growth rate of 25.8% from 2012 to 2021, with domestic production capacity exceeding 200 million square meters, accounting for about 60% of global capacity[124]. - The global demand for polarizers is projected to reach approximately 584 million square meters in 2023, with a year-on-year growth of 3% primarily driven by the large-size development of TV products[125]. - The domestic LCD panel effective production capacity is expected to increase from 138 million square meters in 2020 to 215 million square meters by 2024, with a compound annual growth rate of 11.72%[125]. Operational Strategies - The company is advancing its digital transformation by introducing high-quality talent and implementing systems like MES, NC, CRM, and SRM to enhance operational efficiency[57]. - The company has established a comprehensive supplier management system, conducting biannual performance evaluations based on quality, price, delivery, and customer feedback[44]. - The procurement process involves a monthly material demand plan based on customer orders, ensuring timely adjustments to material supply[45]. - The company maintains a direct sales model for its polarizer products, focusing on high customization to meet client needs[49]. - The company plans to enhance project management by building a digital factory for its polarized film phase III construction project, aiming to improve management efficiency and gradually release production capacity[129]. - The company aims to expand sales channels and develop new customers to increase market share[134]. Environmental and Social Responsibility - The company invested a total of 1.5991 million yuan in environmental protection efforts, including 1.2562 million yuan for maintenance of environmental facilities and 342,900 yuan for environmental input[120]. - The company established a rooftop photovoltaic power station with an installed capacity of 902 kW, generating 340,000 kWh of electricity and reducing CO2 emissions by approximately 340 tons by the end of 2023[120]. - The company emphasizes the importance of safety production and environmental monitoring to ensure high-quality development and protect employee health[129]. Corporate Governance - The company has a total of 11 board members and 3 supervisors, with 2 senior management personnel[182]. - The chairman, He Shuixiu, has a pre-tax annual remuneration of 0 million yuan, while the general manager, Li Mingquan, has a pre-tax annual remuneration of 61.80 million yuan[181]. - The company has appointed two new independent directors, Liu Ziheng and Qin Ruohan, during the reporting period[190]. - The company has confirmed that there are no familial relationships among the board members and senior management[183]. - The company has established a complete decision-making process for its cash dividend policy, ensuring transparency and protection of minority shareholders' rights[10]. Risks and Challenges - The company faces intensified market competition due to the increasing domestic demand for polarized films, which may lead to a rise in competitors entering the market[131]. - The company reported accounts receivable of 55.59 million yuan at the end of 2023, representing 8.61% of current assets and 27.44% of the current period's operating income, highlighting potential bad debt risks[132]. - The company relies on imports for over 70% of its core raw material TAC film, which poses risks related to supply concentration and price fluctuations[132]. - The company faces risks from exchange rate fluctuations due to significant foreign currency transactions, with measures in place to mitigate these risks[134].