Financial Performance - In 2024, the company achieved a total revenue of RMB 2,627.8 million, a decrease of 15.8% compared to RMB 3,119.4 million in 2023[7]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders was RMB 153.2 million, representing a year-on-year increase of 2.7% from RMB 149.3 million in 2023[7]. - Gross profit for the same period was approximately RMB 430.6 million, down 16.5% year-over-year[14]. - The company reported a pre-tax profit of approximately RMB 199.2 million, a decrease of 4.7% compared to 2023, while net profit increased by 3.6% to RMB 156.7 million[14]. - The logistics and supply chain services segment generated revenue of approximately RMB 1,944.2 million, a decline of 20.0% year-over-year, accounting for 74.0% of total revenue[18]. - The supply chain finance services segment saw revenue of approximately RMB 463.3 million, a slight increase of 0.8% year-over-year[18]. - The company achieved a revenue of RMB 2,627.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, a decrease of 15.8% compared to RMB 3,119.4 million in the same period of 2023[53]. - Revenue from the logistics and supply chain services segment was RMB 1,944.2 million, accounting for 74.0% of total revenue, down approximately 20.0% from RMB 2,431.2 million in 2023[54][56]. - The supply chain financial services segment's revenue increased by approximately 0.8% from RMB 459.5 million in the year ended December 31, 2023, to RMB 463.3 million in the year ended December 31, 2024, primarily due to increased financing lease business volume[57]. Business Operations - The company provided supply chain services for approximately 131.2 thousand commercial vehicles and logistics services for about 48.8 thousand vehicles in 2024[8]. - The company’s vehicle networking platform connected approximately 1,142.9 thousand heavy commercial vehicles by the end of 2024[10]. - The company developed a self-researched vehicle-mounted battery swap system and launched a "battery bank" solution in 2024[11]. - The company sold 819 commercial vehicles in 2024, with sales of new energy vehicles reaching 323 units, representing a year-over-year growth of 361.4%[20]. - The company aims to enhance its core competitiveness and expand its business in the direction of new energy and intelligence, focusing on integrated service models[13]. - The company plans to focus on three major segments: logistics and supply chain services, supply chain financial services, and vehicle networking and data services, to enhance core competitiveness[46]. - The company is focused on expanding its market presence in the commercial vehicle sector, particularly in new energy vehicles[120]. - The company is actively involved in research and development of new products and technologies to meet market demands[120]. Financing and Investments - The financing lease and factoring business recorded a cumulative new investment of RMB 7,861.3 million in 2024[9]. - The company issued asset-backed securities (ABS) totaling RMB 1,860 million in 2024[9]. - The financing lease business added RMB 4,927.2 million in new investments in 2024, with a total of 8,624 new financing lease agreements[21]. - The factoring business reported new investments of RMB 2,934.1 million in 2024, further diversifying the company's funding sources[22]. - The financing lease agreements have an annual interest rate range of 3.00% to 11.00% and a service fee range of 0.00% to 4.20% as of December 31, 2024[33]. - The factoring business has an annual interest rate range of 0.00% to 10.55% and a service fee range of 0.00% to 4.50% as of December 31, 2024[33]. - The average comprehensive actual annualized interest rate for the factoring business was 8.12% as of December 31, 2024[33]. - The company has taken measures to adjust its debt structure and reduce financing costs through the issuance of ABS[181]. Assets and Liabilities - Total assets as of December 31, 2024, were RMB 9,489.2 million, while total liabilities were RMB 6,130.7 million[16]. - As of December 31, 2024, the company's net current assets were approximately RMB 1,424.4 million, a decrease of about 23.8% from RMB 1,870.4 million as of December 31, 2023[77]. - Current liabilities increased from approximately RMB 5,150.0 million as of December 31, 2023, to approximately RMB 5,591.4 million as of December 31, 2024, an increase of about RMB 441.4 million[78]. - The total outstanding financing lease receivables amounted to RMB 6,260.7 million, an increase from RMB 5,491.7 million in 2023, representing a year-over-year growth of 14%[41]. - The total factoring receivables decreased to RMB 1,256.4 million in 2024 from RMB 1,569.9 million in 2023, reflecting a decline of approximately 20%[42]. Risk Management - The company is strengthening its risk management mechanisms to monitor and control potential risks across all business processes[47]. - The company has established credit policies to monitor credit risk exposure related to cash equivalents, restricted bank deposits, and receivables[111]. - The company faces various market risks, including cash flow and fair value interest rate risks, with a potential impact of RMB 1.6 million on after-tax profits if interest rates rise or fall by 10%[110]. - The company has implemented risk management policies to address various operational risks, with the audit committee overseeing the overall risk management practices[155]. Management and Governance - Mr. Wang has over 34 years of experience in the commercial vehicle industry, contributing to the overall management and operations of the group since December 2020[120]. - The board includes independent directors with extensive experience in supply chain management, e-commerce, and business analysis, enhancing corporate governance[122]. - The management team is committed to strategic planning and decision-making to drive the company's growth and operational efficiency[129]. - The company has a strong emphasis on compliance and regulatory standards in its financial reporting and investor relations[123]. - The board's composition includes members with diverse backgrounds in engineering, finance, and academia, contributing to a well-rounded governance structure[125]. Future Outlook - Future outlook indicates a projected revenue growth of 15% for the next fiscal year, driven by new product launches and market expansion[1]. - The company plans to fully utilize the remaining funds by December 31, 2026, with specific allocations for offline and online business development, and enhancing core technology capabilities[159]. - The company is investing $50 million in R&D for new technologies aimed at enhancing product efficiency[1]. - Market expansion plans include entering three new provinces by the end of 2025, targeting a 10% market share increase[1]. - New product line expected to launch in Q3 2025, projected to contribute an additional $20 million in annual revenue[1]. Shareholder Information - The company proposed a final dividend of RMB 0.3513 per 10 shares for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024, considering overall financial status and cash flow[148]. - As of December 31, 2024, the reserves available for distribution to shareholders were approximately RMB 390.0 million[162]. - The proposed dividend will be distributed to shareholders listed on the register as of June 10, 2025[148]. Compliance and Regulations - The company has a history of compliance with relevant laws and regulations, with no significant violations reported for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024[151]. - The company confirms compliance with the Listing Rules regarding related party transactions for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024[180].
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