Financial Performance - The company's revenue decreased to RMB 846 million in 2024, down from RMB 890 million in 2023, reflecting a decline of approximately 4.9%[12] - Total revenue from women's handbags was RMB 664 million, compared to RMB 790 million in 2023, representing a decrease of 16.0%[12] - ELLE's revenue decreased by 33.4% in 2024, while Jessie & Jane's revenue fell by 68.7%[16] - Total revenue decreased by RMB 43.5 million to RMB 84.6 million in 2024, down 34.0% from RMB 128.1 million in 2023[25] - Online retail sales amounted to RMB 79.4 million, representing 93.9% of total sales, a decrease of 32.2% from RMB 117.1 million in 2023[26] - Offline retail sales dropped to RMB 0.8 million, accounting for 1.0% of total sales, a decline of 50.0% from RMB 1.6 million in 2023[25] - Gross profit fell by RMB 27.8 million or 41.2% to approximately RMB 39.7 million, with gross margin decreasing from 52.7% in 2023 to 46.9% in 2024[31] - Selling and distribution costs decreased by RMB 19.2 million or 32.2% to approximately RMB 40.4 million, attributed to reduced marketing and sales activities[32] - Revenue from ELLE products decreased to RMB 83.9 million, down 33.4% from RMB 125.9 million in 2023, primarily due to changes in business arrangements[28] - Jessie & Jane product sales declined to RMB 0.7 million, a significant drop of 68.7% from RMB 2.2 million in 2023[29] Market Environment - The overall economic environment in China remains challenging, with consumer confidence low and domestic consumption weak[15] - The company faces significant market and operational risks, including competition and reliance on e-commerce platforms[18] - The group faced challenges in 2024 due to weakened consumer demand and declining purchasing power, with a cautious outlook for 2025 amid external pressures such as the US-China trade war[42] Strategic Initiatives - The company entered into a sales framework agreement with Guangzhou Caige International Trade Co., allowing it to focus resources on marketing ELLE handbags[13] - The company is leveraging recent developments in artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance consumer shopping experiences[13] - The company is tightening its supply chain to shorten production cycles and streamline inventory[13] - The group is focusing on online marketing through live streaming to enhance customer experience and is prioritizing the adoption of new AI tools to strengthen marketing initiatives[42] Corporate Governance - The board consists of seven directors, including two executive directors, two non-executive directors, and three independent non-executive directors[63] - The company is committed to maintaining high standards of corporate governance and has complied with the applicable code provisions of the corporate governance code[60] - The independent non-executive directors have extensive experience in various fields, enhancing the board's oversight capabilities[62] - The audit committee is chaired by an independent non-executive director, ensuring independent oversight of financial reporting[62] - The company has established various committees to delegate responsibilities and ensure effective governance[62] - The company has a policy for the appointment and re-election of directors, ensuring that one-third of the board retires and is eligible for re-election at each annual general meeting[71] - The company has adopted GEM Listing Rules as its own code of conduct for directors' securities trading, confirming compliance for the entire year ending December 31, 2024[113] Employee and Workforce Management - Total employee costs for the year ended December 31, 2024, were RMB 89 million, down from RMB 98 million in 2023, with a reduction in the number of employees from 49 to 38[44] - The company employed 38 full-time employees as of December 31, 2024, down from 49 in 2023, resulting in a turnover rate of 25% compared to 21% in the previous year[168] - The turnover rate for employees under 30 years old increased to 200% in 2024, compared to 100% in 2023[168] - The company emphasizes employee health and safety, providing labor insurance in Hong Kong and additional accident and medical insurance in China[165] - The company provides various employee benefits, including insurance contributions and paid leave, in compliance with local laws and regulations[169] - The company has not conducted any employee training activities in the current year[171] Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Performance - The ESG report outlines the company's efforts and achievements in corporate social responsibility and sustainability for the year from January 1 to December 31, 2024[127] - The board oversees the company's ESG performance, with management responsible for implementing ESG strategies and monitoring departmental performance[133] - The company has authorized third-party ESG professionals to assist in monitoring ESG-related management and overall performance[133] - The company values stakeholder feedback on ESG matters and regularly reviews communication channels to enhance engagement[133] - The company has established clear standards for identifying potential ESG-related issues that may impact business and stakeholders[133] - The company focuses on environmental compliance, waste management, employee compensation and benefits, and operational compliance as key ESG issues[147] - The company has implemented energy-saving measures, including the use of natural light and energy-efficient equipment[155] - The company aims to maintain a stable level of both hazardous and non-hazardous waste, adhering to the principles of reduction, reuse, and recycling[151] Quality Control and Customer Service - The company adheres to strict supply chain management and quality control procedures to maintain high service quality in the mid-range women's handbag market[172] - The company implements strict quality control measures, including on-site inspections of suppliers' facilities and regular performance evaluations based on delivery rates and return rates[176] - The company has established clear operational guidelines for retail employees to ensure service quality meets standards[182] - The company allows customers to return products within seven days without reason, and within 90 days for quality issues[183] - The company has a lifetime repair service for leather goods, charging only for material costs[183] Community Engagement and Corporate Social Responsibility - The company encourages employee participation in community service and charitable activities, aiming to integrate corporate social responsibility into its operations[190] - Resources allocated to community investment focus areas were specified, reflecting the company's commitment to social contributions[200]
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