Financial Performance - The net profit attributable to shareholders for the year 2024 is RMB 1.545 billion[11]. - The company achieved operating revenue of RMB 12.33 billion in 2024, representing a year-on-year growth of 3.88%[21]. - Total profit for the year was RMB 1.71 billion, an increase of 9.32% compared to the previous year[21]. - Net profit attributable to shareholders was RMB 1.54 billion, a decrease of 1.52% year-on-year[21]. - Basic earnings per share were RMB 1.25, while the earnings per share after deducting non-recurring gains and losses were RMB 1.34, reflecting a 2.10% increase[21]. - The company reported that sales to its top five customers accounted for less than 30% of total revenue for the year ending December 31, 2024[120]. - The company also noted that purchases from its top five suppliers accounted for less than 30% of total purchases for the same period[121]. - The net profit for the year was RMB 1.604 billion, a decrease of 1.52% year-on-year, while the net profit attributable to shareholders was RMB 1.545 billion, down 2.17%[82]. - Earnings per share for the year were RMB 1.25, a decrease of 2.34% from RMB 1.28 in the previous year[83]. Dividends - The proposed cash dividend is RMB 4.10 per 10 shares, totaling RMB 506 million to be distributed[11]. - The company declared an interim dividend of RMB 0.19 per share (tax included) for the first half of 2024, to be distributed on December 16, 2024[113]. - A proposal for a cash dividend of RMB 4.10 per 10 shares (tax included) for the fiscal year 2024 has been made, pending shareholder approval[113]. - The board recommends a final dividend of RMB 0.41 per share (tax included) for the year ending December 31, 2024, compared to RMB 0.40 per share in 2023, totaling RMB 506 million (tax included)[113]. - The final dividend for the fiscal year 2024 is expected to be paid by July 18, 2025, if approved by shareholders[117]. Operational Highlights - The company is focusing on high-quality development in its publishing and media sector, implementing tailored strategies for each business unit[23]. - There were no significant risks affecting the company's operations during the reporting period[11]. - The company is focusing on enhancing core functions and competitiveness to drive high-quality development amid industry transformation[38]. - The company is focusing on integrating traditional publishing with digital publishing and enhancing user experience through technology[56]. - The company aims to enhance content supply capabilities and digital transformation by 2025, focusing on high-quality publishing and educational services[104]. Investments and Subsidiaries - The group holds 100% ownership in multiple subsidiaries, including Sichuan Wenxuan Education Technology Co., Ltd. and Sichuan People's Publishing House Co., Ltd.[30]. - The group has a 51% indirect stake in Sichuan Times English Culture Communication Co., Ltd. and 100% ownership in several other companies under Sichuan Tiandi Publishing House Co., Ltd.[32]. - The group has a 92% direct stake in Sichuan Wenxuan Online E-commerce Co., Ltd., which owns 100% of several subsidiaries, enhancing its e-commerce capabilities[33]. - The group has a 50% stake in Hainan Publishing Co., Ltd. and a 38.49% stake in Sichuan Fudou Technology Co., Ltd., indicating strategic partnerships in the publishing and technology sectors[34]. - The group has made significant investments in various subsidiaries, ensuring a robust and diversified business model across multiple sectors[30][32][33][34]. Market and Sales Performance - The overall retail market for books in 2024 was RMB 112.9 billion, showing a decline of 1.52% year-on-year, with physical bookstores and e-commerce platforms experiencing negative growth[38]. - Content e-commerce saw a significant increase of 27.61%, indicating a shift in consumer purchasing behavior[38]. - The publishing segment generated revenue of RMB 2.98 billion, with a gross margin of 32.78%, showing a slight decrease in both revenue and margin compared to the previous year[44]. - The distribution segment reported revenue of RMB 10.87 billion, with a gross margin of 30.48%, reflecting an increase in revenue but a decrease in margin[44]. - The sales revenue from educational materials reached RMB 1.464 billion, a decline of 5.94% from RMB 1.556 billion in the previous year[57]. Financial Position - The company's total assets reached RMB 22.90 billion, with total liabilities of RMB 789.18 million[17]. - The asset-liability ratio decreased to 34.46% as of December 31, 2024, down 3.97 percentage points from 38.43% on December 31, 2023, indicating a more robust financial structure[93]. - The company’s cash and short-term deposits amounted to approximately RMB 9.18 billion as of December 31, 2024, compared to RMB 9.12 billion as of December 31, 2023[93]. - The company reported a significant increase in other non-current assets, rising by 131.30% to RMB 2.00 billion, primarily due to the increase in planned early withdrawals of fixed deposits and large bank certificates[91]. Governance and Compliance - The company has adopted and complied with the Corporate Governance Code, except for a deviation from clause B.2.2[156]. - The board of directors consists of 9 members, including 3 executive directors, 3 non-executive directors, and 3 independent non-executive directors, complying with listing rules[190]. - The company has established an audit committee in compliance with listing rules, ensuring the financial reports meet applicable accounting standards[179]. - The company has maintained a focus on risk prevention by purchasing liability insurance for directors and senior management since its listing on the H-share market[197]. - The company has committed to enhancing its internal control and risk management systems[156]. Research and Development - Research and development expenses amounted to RMB 30.46 million, an increase of 52.47% compared to RMB 19.98 million in the previous year, driven by increased investment in business management systems and technology innovation applications[73]. - The total R&D investment for the year was RMB 210.39 million, a growth of 103.98% compared to RMB 103.14 million in the previous year, reflecting increased focus on technology innovation[85]. Shareholder Information - The total issued share capital of the company as of December 31, 2024, is RMB 1,233,841,000, divided into 1,233,841,000 shares, with A shares accounting for 64.18% and H shares for 35.82%[141]. - The public shareholding exceeds 25%, complying with the listing rules[152]. - The major shareholders include Sichuan Development, Sichuan Xinhua Publishing Group, and Sichuan Cultural Investment Group, with significant holdings in both A and H shares[147]. - The company’s board members and senior management do not hold any shares or related securities in the company as of December 31, 2024[149].
新华文轩(00811) - 2024 - 年度财报