Financial Performance - Revenue increased by approximately 32.6% to RMB747.9 million (2023: RMB564.0 million) [21] - Gross profit increased by approximately 41.8% to RMB538.3 million (2023: RMB379.7 million) [21] - Profit for the Year was RMB34.6 million (2023: Profit of RMB52.6 million) [21] - Profit per share was RMB3.65 cents (2023: Profit per share RMB5.56 cents) [21] - The Group recorded a profit of approximately RMB 34.6 million for 2024, a decrease of approximately RMB 18.0 million from a profit of approximately RMB 52.6 million in 2023[46] - The gross profit increased by approximately 41.8% from approximately RMB 379.7 million in 2023 to approximately RMB 538.3 million in 2024, with a gross profit margin rising from 67.3% to 72.0%[53][57] - The Group recorded a foreign exchange loss of approximately RMB 18.5 million in 2024, compared to a gain of approximately RMB 1.7 million in 2023[63] - The effective tax rate increased from 9.5% in 2023 to 15.4% in 2024, primarily due to increased profits from one of the Group's subsidiaries[61][66] - The Group reported accumulated losses of RMB 284.5 million as of December 31, 2024[172] Dividends - The Board does not recommend the payment of any final dividend or special dividend for the Year (2023: Nil) [21] - The Group did not declare any final or special dividends for the year ended December 31, 2024[163] Market Strategy and Growth - The Company plans to expand its market presence and invest in new product development [22] - The Company is focusing on strategic acquisitions to enhance its competitive position [22] - The management anticipates continued growth in revenue and profitability in the upcoming fiscal year [22] - The focus on cross-border e-commerce for nutritional supplements under the Good Health brand contributed to rapid business growth[46] - The Group aims to achieve the goal of being the top seller in core product categories on e-commerce platforms[35] - The Group will expand its health products in multiple sales channels in the PRC, New Zealand, and Australia[32] - The Chinese consumer healthcare industry is experiencing high-quality and rapid development, driven by increasing health awareness among the large population[28] - The demand for high-quality imported healthcare products is growing, supported by the development of cross-border e-commerce platforms[28] - The younger generation's focus on appearance and healthy lifestyles is shifting market demand towards innovation and sustainability[31] Expenses and Cost Management - Selling and distribution expenses increased by approximately 63.4% from approximately RMB 250.0 million in 2023 to approximately RMB 408.6 million in 2024, representing 44.3% and 54.6% of the Group's revenue respectively[59][64] - Administrative expenses rose by approximately 22.7% from approximately RMB 72.2 million in 2023 to approximately RMB 88.6 million in 2024, accounting for 12.8% and 11.8% of revenue respectively[60][65] - The Group is committed to optimizing marketing and promotional expenses to improve overall profitability[35] Product Development - The Group launched a total of 26 new products in 2024, including 3 New Goodhealth series products and 22 Good Health series products[48][50] - The increase in revenue was primarily driven by significant growth in the Good Health brand's revenue from cross-border e-commerce platforms[52][56] - The nutritional supplements industry is characterized by rapid changes in demand for new products, necessitating constant innovation[89] Employee and Management Information - The Group employed 477 employees as of December 31, 2024, an increase from 349 employees as of December 31, 2023[90] - Total salaries and related costs for the year amounted to approximately RMB 120.8 million, up from approximately RMB 89.8 million in the previous year[90] - The Company has established various social security funds for its employees in the PRC, including pension and medical insurance[158] - The Company has appointed Mr. Ye Bangyin and Mr. Cheng Jianming as independent non-executive Directors effective from 23 October 2024[180] - Ms. Cai Tianchen and Mr. Wang Wei resigned as independent non-executive Directors effective from 22 October 2024 after serving for six years[180] Risk Factors - The Group faces risks related to the increase in prices of raw materials and packaging materials, which could adversely affect its business operations[82] - The Group is exposed to foreign currency risk primarily for purchases in USD, AUD, and NZD, which could significantly impact profitability due to fluctuations in exchange rates[89] - A depreciation of RMB could increase costs for purchasing products from Australia and New Zealand, requiring more RMB to obtain the equivalent foreign currency[89] - The Group has not used any derivative contracts to hedge against foreign currency risk, leaving it vulnerable to exchange rate fluctuations[89] - The success of new product offerings depends on accurately anticipating customer needs and timely commercialization[89] - Failure to introduce new products in a timely manner could lead to obsolescence and negatively affect operating results[89] - The Group's ability to maintain customer relationships and market share is contingent on its responsiveness to changing consumer preferences[89] Corporate Governance - The Company aims to ensure compliance with corporate governance practices as prescribed in the Listing Rules[145] - The Company has established four Board committees: Audit Committee, Remuneration Committee, Nomination Committee, and Strategy and Development Committee[145] - The Audit Committee assists the Board in reviewing financial information, risk management, and internal control systems[149] - The Remuneration Committee reviews and makes recommendations on the remuneration packages of individual Directors and senior management[150] - The Nomination Committee assesses the independence of independent non-executive Directors and makes recommendations on appointments[151] - The Strategy and Development Committee conducts research and submits proposals concerning long-term development strategies[152] Financial Position - Cash and cash equivalents decreased by approximately RMB 13.0 million during the year, with net cash inflow from operating activities of approximately RMB 1.0 million and net cash outflow from investing and financing activities of approximately RMB 6.0 million and RMB 4.5 million, respectively[69] - Inventories increased by approximately 9.4% to RMB 119.1 million as of December 31, 2024, compared to RMB 108.9 million in 2023, with inventory turnover days increasing by 15 days to approximately 196 days[70] - Trade receivables rose by approximately RMB 9.4 million or 28.9% to RMB 41.9 million as of December 31, 2024, driven by increased revenue from e-commerce channels[71] - Trade payables decreased by approximately RMB 20.3 million or 61.3% to RMB 12.8 million as of December 31, 2024, due to a reduction in raw material purchases[72] - The gearing ratio improved to approximately 18.7% as of December 31, 2024, down from 22.0% in 2023[79] - Capital expenditure for the year was approximately RMB 7.4 million, significantly higher than RMB 1.7 million in 2023, indicating increased investment in property, plant, and equipment[80] - The Group did not have any outstanding borrowings or pledges of assets as of December 31, 2024[78] - Revenue from the Group's five largest customers accounted for less than 30% of total revenue, with the largest customer contributing less than 10%[174]
中生联合(03332) - 2024 - 年度财报