Financial Performance - For the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024, the group achieved a contract sales amount of approximately RMB 12,787 million, with a contract sales area of 1,152,192 square meters[14]. - The group achieved a contract sales amount of approximately RMB 12,787 million for the year ending December 31, 2024, a decrease from RMB 27,524 million in 2023[81]. - The total sales area for the group was 1,152,192 square meters in 2024, down from 1,979,982 square meters in 2023[81]. - The sales distribution for the year ending December 31, 2024, included commercial sales of 401,184 square meters amounting to RMB 3,147,349 thousand and residential sales of 751,008 square meters amounting to RMB 9,639,675 thousand[82]. - The average selling price for commercial properties was RMB 7,845 per square meter, while residential properties averaged RMB 12,836 per square meter[82]. - As of December 31, 2024, the group recorded total revenue of approximately RMB 25,757 million, an increase of about 12.5% compared to RMB 22,904 million in 2023, primarily due to increased property sales revenue[86]. - The property sales revenue for the year ended December 31, 2024, was approximately RMB 20,543 million, up about 15.8% from RMB 17,737 million in 2023, driven by an increase in residential and commercial property deliveries[87]. - The gross profit for the year ended December 31, 2024, was approximately RMB 2,347 million, a decrease of about 4.3% from RMB 2,453 million in 2023, with a gross profit margin of 9.1%[92]. - The group recorded a fair value loss on investment properties of approximately RMB 3,327 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to RMB 1,709 million in 2023, reflecting a significant increase in losses due to ongoing industry downturns[93]. - The investment property rental income for the year ended December 31, 2024, was approximately RMB 1,908 million, a 5.2% increase from RMB 1,814 million in 2023[89]. - The group reported a loss attributable to the owners of approximately RMB 5,765 million for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024[151]. - The basic loss per share was approximately RMB 1.392 (2023: RMB 0.641)[98]. - The core loss for the year ended December 31, 2024, was approximately RMB 2,594 million (2023: RMB 904 million)[98]. Market Strategy and Development - The company continues to focus on high-quality development and aims to ensure timely delivery of real estate projects to protect buyers' interests[14]. - The overall policy environment remains supportive, with measures such as the gradual removal of purchase restrictions and reductions in down payments and mortgage rates to stimulate housing demand[13]. - The group is committed to enhancing cash resources for sustainable development amid the challenges posed by the deep adjustment period in the real estate industry[14]. - The company emphasizes its mission of "Letting Space Have Love" and adheres to values of simplicity, authenticity, and mutual benefit[7]. - The group is strategically aligned with national macroeconomic policies and focuses on urban clusters with high economic vitality[6]. - The company is actively involved in the urbanization process in China, providing numerous job opportunities and enhancing urban quality[6]. - The group aims to contribute to the stable and healthy development of the real estate market while fulfilling its corporate responsibilities[13]. - The company is focused on innovative development strategies to adapt to the evolving market landscape and maintain competitive growth[7]. - The group plans to continue its "1+N" development strategy, focusing on the Yangtze River Delta while exploring other high-quality regions for land reserves[85]. - The group aims to enhance its market tracking and research in key regional cities to refine product positioning and adhere to value investment principles in land acquisition[85]. Project Development and Land Reserves - As of December 31, 2024, the company has laid out 197 projects nationwide, with 146 projects (approximately 74.1%) located in the Yangtze River Delta region[15]. - The total building area of the company's quality land reserves is approximately 14.7 million square meters, expected to support project development for the next three to five years[15]. - 56.0% of the company's land reserves are distributed in the Yangtze River Delta region, with 78.1% of reserves located in first-tier, new first-tier, and second-tier cities[15]. - The company has 63 projects under development or planned for future development, with a significant number located in Jiangsu and Zhejiang provinces[27]. - The company has a land reserve of 3,655 thousand square meters for future development[39]. - The total area for commercial and residential projects in Guangdong province is 2,083 thousand square meters, with 731 thousand square meters completed and 693 thousand square meters under development[37]. - The company has ongoing projects in Ningbo, including a commercial/residential project with a total area of 668 thousand square meters, of which 487 thousand square meters are completed[34]. - The company is developing a new project in Wenzhou with a total area of 520 thousand square meters, currently under development[34]. - The company has multiple projects in Shaoxing, with a total area of 572 thousand square meters, all completed[35]. - The company is expanding its presence in Hangzhou with a commercial project of 160 thousand square meters, fully completed[33]. Financial Management and Liquidity - The company is implementing liquidity management measures to address liquidity pressure, including extending loan terms and optimizing financing structures[18]. - The group is implementing liquidity management measures to address liquidity pressure, including extending debt maturities and optimizing financing structure[22]. - The total cash and cash equivalents as of December 31, 2024, amounted to approximately RMB 7,535 million, a decrease of about 18.5% from RMB 9,246 million in 2023[99]. - The total borrowings as of December 31, 2024, were approximately RMB 57,721 million, a decrease of about 1.9% from RMB 58,820 million in 2023[100]. - The net debt ratio as of December 31, 2024, was approximately 101.6%, up from 89.6% in 2023[102]. - Total interest expenses for the year ended December 31, 2024, were approximately RMB 3,740 million, a decrease of about 17.2% from RMB 4,518 million in 2023[103]. - The group is actively pursuing the acceleration of sales and pre-sales, as well as expediting the collection of receivables to improve cash flow[157]. - The group has successfully obtained several special funds and loan extensions in 2024 to ensure timely property delivery[157]. - The group is in the process of restructuring its offshore debt, which is expected to enhance liquidity and provide financial flexibility in the coming years[157]. Corporate Governance and Management - The company emphasizes strong governance with a diverse board of independent non-executive directors, enhancing its strategic decision-making capabilities[122][125][126][127]. - The company emphasizes maintaining high levels of corporate governance to achieve sustainable development and enhance performance[136]. - The board is committed to adhering to corporate governance principles and implementing good practices to ensure transparency and accountability[136]. - The company has complied with the corporate governance code principles and all applicable provisions during the year ending December 31, 2024[136]. - The management team includes experienced professionals with backgrounds in finance and real estate, enhancing the company's operational capabilities[130][131][132]. - The company aims to maximize shareholder returns through effective leadership and continuous improvement of governance practices[136]. - The board consists of ten directors, including five executive directors, one non-executive director, and four independent non-executive directors, ensuring a balance of skills and experience for effective leadership and independent decision-making[139]. - The board held six meetings during the year, with all directors attending 100% of the meetings[140]. - The company has adopted a nomination policy to ensure a structured process for selecting suitable candidates for the board, considering factors such as integrity, experience, and diversity[143]. - The board diversity policy aims to achieve measurable targets for diversity, including gender, age, and professional experience, with a current composition of three female and seven male directors[145][147]. Challenges and Future Outlook - The outlook for 2025 anticipates a focus on stabilizing the real estate market, promoting demand, and preventing risks, with policies aimed at revitalizing housing demand[19]. - The group remains focused on timely delivery of real estate projects to ensure cash resources for sustainable development amid challenges in the real estate sector[81]. - The independent auditor expressed a disclaimer of opinion regarding the group's financial statements due to significant uncertainties related to going concern[150]. - The board believes that the plans and measures in place will allow the group to meet its financial obligations over the next 12 months[152]. - The company continues to explore opportunities for market expansion and potential acquisitions to drive growth[116].
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