Financial Performance - For the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024, the company's revenue was approximately RMB 4,313.7 million, a decrease of about 20.9% compared to RMB 5,455.0 million in 2023[20] - The net profit attributable to the company's owners for 2024 was approximately RMB 10.0 million, down from RMB 14.5 million in 2023[20] - The manufacturing segment generated external sales revenue of approximately RMB 4,156.1 million in 2024, a decrease of about 17.6% from RMB 5,044.5 million in 2023[22] - The company has experienced a decline in sales in both the manufacturing and jewelry new retail segments, with sales decreasing by approximately RMB 888.4 million and RMB 252.9 million, respectively[20] - The jewelry retail segment recorded sales of approximately RMB 157.6 million in 2024, down from RMB 410.5 million in 2023, accounting for about 3.7% of total revenue compared to 7.5% in 2023[29] - The group recorded an annual loss of approximately RMB 44.6 million in the sold fresh food retail business segment for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to a loss of RMB 27.5 million in 2023[43] - The overall gross profit increased to approximately RMB 111.1 million in 2024, up about 2.3% from RMB 108.6 million in 2023, with the gross margin rising to approximately 2.6%[60] Business Strategy and Focus - The company plans to focus its management and resources on its core jewelry and metal businesses following the sale of the Jiangsu Nongmuren platform[20] - The company aims to enhance its financial performance in the coming years through improved profit margins and operational efficiency[22] - The group has shifted its sales focus online, reducing the number of physical stores from 16 in 2023 to 7 in 2024, and plans to continue leveraging third-party platforms for marketing and sales[28] - The group plans to continue integrating new marketing models, including short video marketing and influencer promotions, to enhance online sales operations[33] - The company aims to strengthen its upstream business operations, including potential acquisitions of mining resources, to improve supply chain control and resource reserves[49] Segment Performance - The jewelry new retail segment turned a loss of approximately RMB 7.8 million in 2023 into a profit of approximately RMB 9.9 million in 2024, despite a significant decline in gold product sales[20] - The jewelry new retail segment's gross profit margin improved due to increased sales of silver products, which have a significantly higher margin than gold products[20] - The group strategically reduced marketing expenses for its cultivated diamond brand SISI, as the market for cultivated diamonds is still in its early stages in China[29] - The strategic shift towards higher-margin silver products has improved profitability in the jewelry new retail segment despite overall revenue decline[60] Acquisitions and Investments - The group completed the acquisition of a 51% stake in Jiangxi Letong New Materials Co., Ltd., which owns 100% of Tibet Longtian Mining Co., Ltd., enhancing its upstream business layout[41] - The group has acquired a 51% stake in Jiangxi Letong, which holds exploration rights for mineral resources in Tibet, with estimated inferred ore volume of approximately 2,100,000 tons and inferred metal content of about 5,800 kg[45] - The company plans to sell its 51% stake in Shenzhen Fresh Life Technology Co., Ltd. for RMB 300,000, expecting an estimated gain of approximately RMB 10 million, subject to audit, to be included in the financial results for the year ending December 31, 2025[42] Corporate Governance - The company is committed to maintaining high standards of corporate governance to protect shareholder interests and enhance corporate value[88] - The board consists of two executive directors and three independent non-executive directors, ensuring a balanced governance structure[88] - The company has adopted the corporate governance code as per the Hong Kong Stock Exchange's listing rules, complying with most provisions for the year ending December 31, 2024[88] - The company has established a shareholder communication policy to ensure timely, effective, and transparent communication with shareholders[150] - The board has established a risk management team to assist in the ongoing supervision of the group's risk management and internal control systems[126] Risk Management - The company faces strategic risks due to changes in the business, economic, regulatory, or political environment, which may adversely affect performance and strategic goals[135] - Legal and compliance risks may arise from unexpected or uncertain legal or regulatory applications, potentially leading to fines and operational costs[135] - The company has implemented a whistleblowing policy allowing employees and stakeholders to report misconduct confidentially[136] - An anti-corruption and anti-bribery policy has been established to prevent internal corruption and bribery situations[137] Employee and Shareholder Relations - The company recognizes employees as its most valuable asset and aims to provide competitive compensation and development opportunities[170] - The company encourages shareholder participation in decision-making processes, allowing shareholders to propose resolutions at general meetings[158] - The company has reserves available for distribution to shareholders amounting to RMB 248,146,000 as of December 31, 2024, down from RMB 256,421,000 in 2023[180] Financial Position - As of December 31, 2024, the company's bank and other borrowings amounted to approximately RMB 400.9 million, down from RMB 421.2 million in 2023, with a net cash position reflected in a net debt-to-equity ratio of approximately -10.3%[70] - Capital expenditure for the year ending December 31, 2024, was approximately RMB 1.2 million, significantly lower than RMB 7.0 million in 2023[71] - The company maintained a strong liquidity position, with cash and bank balances of approximately RMB 526.3 million as of December 31, 2024, compared to RMB 524.7 million in 2023[77] Market and Sales Dynamics - The average monthly silver price in 2024 is expected to fluctuate, impacting the group's manufacturing and retail strategies[27] - The group’s top five suppliers accounted for about 51.9% of total purchases for the year ending December 31, 2024, an increase from 48.9% in 2023[176] - The largest supplier represented 24.0% of total purchases for the year ending December 31, 2024, up from 13.4% in 2023[176]
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